Hvalsey and Uunartoq, Greenland
Thursday, 7/11/23,
Latitude: 60.51° Longitude: -45.31°
After cruising out of Prins Christian Sund overnight, Seabourn Venture visited the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hvalsey. Arguably one of the most important Viking sites, it is the largest Greenlandic Viking site and is well preserved. Initially settled in the late 10th century, the 'eastern settlement' survived for 400+ years, with the last recorded event being a wedding on the 14th of September 1408. As guests explored, picturing what life must have been like during that era, they were treated to excellent views of the surrounding mountains.
In the afternoon, Seabourn Venture cruised to a relatively hidden spot, Uunartoq. Here, some guests decided to take a humbling Zodiac cruise which battled the fog that rolled in and out. They were rewarded with stunning views of the icebergs that decorated the fjord's deep blue waters.
When the Expedition Team landed ashore, they were met with the sight of some locals soaking in the hot baths. Guests heading to shore were graciously invited to join in the fun! Those who enjoyed a plunge in the 36-degree Celsius baths were treated to beautiful flowers in the surrounding landscape while looking at icebergs in the distance. Not exactly your typical day in Greenland!