What are the flora and fauna like?
Greenland‘s waters are home to a number of different species of whales—including the Blue, Fin, Humpback, Minke, and Killer whales—as well as numerous seals. There are over 50 species of birds, including the Arctic tern, Black guillemot, Brunnich’s guillemot, and raven, as well as four protected species of birds of prey. In western Greenland you’ll find reindeer and musk ox. There are no forests in Greenland but there are approximately 500 different species of plants, including five kinds of orchid. What will the climate be like? The average temperature in the summer is approximately 46 degrees Fahrenheit, with daylight around the clock. Deep into the fjords—at Kangerlussuaq, for example— temperatures can be as high as 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Will I experience the Midnight Sun? Yes, as long as the weather is clear, the Midnight Sun can be seen from May through July. How demanding are the tours? Some landings are by Polarcirkel boats, and the terrain on shore may be fairly rugged and ste
