The Godafoss WaterfallThere are more than 10,000 waterfalls in Iceland due to the number of glaciers and the amount of rain and snow the country receives each year. One of the most impressive is the Godafoss Waterfall. Godafoss translates as "the waterfall of the gods". It may not be the country's largest, highest, or oldest waterfall, but its crystal blue hues and legends make it one of the most famous.IcelandIcelandic HorseViking Heritage & MythologyLand of Magic & Ice3 mins readRead more
Greenland climate-factsGreenland’s northernmost point is just 708 km away from the North Pole and forms part of the Arctic Circle. While the noun Arctic refers to that geographical area, ‘arctic’ is also widely recognised as an adjective to describe something as ‘extremely cold’. With that in mind, Greenland’s climate can definitely be described as arctic.Wildlife & natureGreenlandEnvironmental commitmentSustainability3 mins readRead more
Expedition cruises in warm watersExpand your horizons and be part of unique expedition cruises in the seas of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.Wildlife & natureActive AdventuresAncient CulturesAncient Kingdoms4 mins readRead more
The Big 15The Big 15 Checklist One of the most defining factors of Galápagos is the wide selection of animal species that are endemic to the islands. The “Big15” animals are the most iconic breeds across the archipelago. During your trip to Galápagos, you are likely to encounter the majority of these animals.Galápagos IslandsGalápagos TortoiseIguanasActive Adventures4 mins readRead more
Young Explorers Programme ExpeditionYoung Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board Young Explorer is a complimentary, year-round programme on selected Hurtigruten ships for curious and active youth aged 6-12 years of age.Wildlife & natureExplorers programmeActive AdventuresScience Center2 mins readRead more
A sensational adventure in northern GreenlandThe Fram II expedition: A sensational adventure in northern Greenland Legendary explorer Otto Sverdrup and his crew made the Fram II expedition one of the most fruitful expeditions in history.Wildlife & natureGreenlandGreenland GyrfalconGreenland sea7 mins readRead more
Wildlife in the Northwest PassageAnimals of the High Arctic The Northwest Passage is an unspoiled oasis across the High Arctic. Its animal life of musk oxen, caribou, seals and polar bears migrate to more comfortable climes or adapt to the icy landscape.Wildlife & natureArctic WildlifeAuthentic Arctic ExpeditionThe Arctic Frontier4 mins readRead more