HX Expeditions Unveils a New Collection of Immersive Greenland Experiences for 2026/27
April 14th, 2026 - HX Expeditions has today unveiled a newly expanded portfolio of deeply immersive Greenland experiences, available for guests to see, taste and touch from June this year through the 2027 season.
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Developed in close collaboration with Greenlandic community partners, the new offering strengthens HX Expeditions’ commitment to ensuring guests connect meaningfully with the people, traditions, landscapes and stories that shape life on the world’s largest island. Every experience is guided by local expertise and designed to deliver richer cultural encounters and a deeper sense of place.
Culinary Discovery: The Taste of Greenland
Following its successful debut in 2025, HX Expeditions Greenlandic culinary programme returns across nine Greenland sailings this 2026 season on MS Fram, MS Roald Amundsen, MS Spitsbergen and MS Fridtjof Nansen.
Developed in partnership with renowned Greenlandic chef Inunnguaq Hegelund, the programme was created to develop a distinctive culinary programme that showcases the rich and diverse flavours of Greenlandic cuisine. It celebrates the flavours of the Arctic through local ingredients, regional suppliers, and authentic culinary storytelling rooted in place and tradition. Throughout the season, guests will also experience a rotating line-up of guest chefs, each bringing their own interpretation of Greenlandic cuisine, creating a dynamic and ever-evolving dining experience at sea.
Guests can expect:
A four-course Greenlandic tasting menu crafted by Hegelund, showcasing authentic Arctic ingredients elevated through modern culinary techniques
Rotating guest chefs from across Greenland, each acting as culinary ambassadors throughout selected voyages and bringing their own regional interpretations on board
Local sourcing partnerships with Greenlandic producers including Neqi A/S (beef and lamb), Royal Greenland (seafood) and Qajaq Brewery (beer, gin and vodka), highlighting the depth of the country’s food culture
Live demonstrations and cultural storytelling that offer insight into Greenland’s culinary heritage and its role in daily life
Participating Chefs for 2026
Inunnguaq Hegelund (various dates June–September): Founder of Arctic Food by I, a culinary initiative celebrating modern Greenlandic cuisine. One of Greenland’s most influential culinary voices, known for reimagining Arctic ingredients through a contemporary lens while staying rooted in local tradition
Laasi Biilmann (June–August): Award-winning chef recognised for his innovative approach to traditional Greenlandic cuisine, blending heritage techniques with modern culinary expression to elevate local ingredients on the global stage
Eli Nuka Johansson (August–September): An emerging culinary talent redefining Greenlandic cuisine through a creative fusion of native ingredients and global inspiration, with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced produce
Heidi Andersen (August–September): A chef deeply connected to Greenlandic food culture; Heidi Andersen is known for showcasing the authentic taste of Greenland through dishes that reflect both heritage and a personal commitment to local culinary traditions
The chefs will be featured across MS Fram, MS Roald Amundsen, MS Spitsbergen and MS Fridtjof Nansen on a rotating schedule throughout the 2026 season.
New for 2026 and exclusive to MS Fridtjof Nansen sailings: The ‘Tide to Table’ experience
Launching this season exclusively aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen, this new Tide to Table experience will immerse guests in the heart of Greenland’s food culture, tracing the journey from fjord to plate.
Guests will have the opportunity to join local fishermen in the fjords to catch cod using traditional Inuit methods still practiced today. They may also observe halibut boats at work, an authentic window into Greenland’s fishing industry, before returning to Ilulissat for a traditional kaffemik, a local social gathering centred around coffee, cake and community, hosted in a local home.
The day ends with an exclusive chef-prepared dinner at the ship’s fine dining restaurant, Lindström, where freshly caught seafood takes centre stage in a curated tasting menu, paired with Austrian wines from HX’s exclusive partner, Weingut Regele.
Stefan Engl, VP Hotel Operations added: “Tide to Table is about bringing our food and beverage offering to life through genuine local collaboration. From catching fish alongside local experts to enjoying it later in our beautiful restaurant on the ship, everything is prepared and cooked by our Greenlandic chefs and our culinary team on board. It creates a rare, meaningful connection between destination, culture, and cuisine - a level of experience we haven’t previously offered at HX Expeditions."
Menu highlights may include:
Halibut tartare with soy cured egg yolk, puffed rice and horseradish emulsion
Shrimp bisque with baked cod and dill oil
Baked halibut with Jerusalem artichokes
Breaded cod with honey glazed root vegetables and sauce nage
“Apple cake 2026” with ice cream, salted caramel, champagne sauce and sweet codskin tuile
Limited to 12 guests; priced from €351 pre-selling price (€386 onboard). Available exclusively on MS Fridtjof Nansen sailings from 13th June 2026.
Introducing: Into the Elements: Greenland Experience
Designed with a local Greenlandic guide, the Into the Elements: Greenland Experience is a bold new adventure that goes far beyond traditional expedition hikes - offering an unparalleled, multiday immersion into South Greenland’s raw wilderness.
This small group (max 9 guests + team expert) experience includes:
A 6 km introductory hike through South Greenland’s dramatic landscapes
A science focused boat journey exploring the region’s natural systems
A shorter hike to a remote base camp - more “glamping” than camping, with toilets and shower facilities included
An overnight stay with camp storytelling, hosted by a local guide
An adventurous 7.5km ascent across gravel paths to a series of spectacular waterfalls
A return 7.5km hike and collection point to conclude the journey
“This is the ultimate experience for guests who want to go beyond traditional expedition cruise hiking,” says Karin Strand, VP of Expedition Development for HX Expeditions. “It’s about uncovering the raw beauty of South Greenland, experiencing all the elements of Mother Nature, and connecting with Greenland on a much deeper level.”
Salik Parbst Frederiksen, a local tour operator of the experience, said:
“I think we have made a tour that shows South Greenland in a very special way. You get very close to the essence of what South Greenland is. Beautiful green fields and rough tundra in a beautiful contrast. The hikes are stunning; the food is authentic and made with love for Greenlandic ingredients. All our guides and staff are locally rooted and are working to show the best sides of Greenland.”
Into the Elements: Greenland Experience is limited to 9 guests; priced from €1500 per person. Available exclusively on MS Roald Amundsen Arctic Canada and Greenland sailings from 21st September 2026.
Additional New Greenland Experiences
Alongside the enhanced experiences for this season, HX is introducing a range of additional ways to explore Greenland in 26/27:
New boat cruises to the Ikka Fjords, offering guests the chance to experience one of Greenland’s most extraordinary natural wonders. These excursions showcase the rare and otherworldly Ikka columns, unique mineral formations rising from the seabed, set within the dramatic beauty of the fjord landscape
Two kayaking options: Discovery Kayaking and Sea Kayaking. Sea Kayaking, first introduced last year, has been further developed for this season, giving guests even more opportunities to paddle through Greenland’s pristine fjords and enjoy an immersive, close to nature perspective of the Arctic environment
Guided walks led by local Inuit partners, designed to provide a deeper cultural connection and authentic insight into Greenlandic life, traditions, and the surrounding landscapes through the knowledge of those who call the region home
New boat excursions in Disko Bay, offering a richer and more personal way to explore one of Greenland’s most remarkable regions, with local expertise helping guests discover its wildlife, geology, and breathtaking coastal scenery
Travel With Confidence: The HX Greenland Promise
All new Greenland experiences are covered by the HX Greenland Promise, a guest protection policy launched earlier this year that offers added confidence and flexibility when booking expeditions in Greenland, including reassurance should plans need to change. Guests can learn more about the promise on the HX website - https://www.travelhx.com/en-gb/stories/greenland-promise/
