ICELAND

Iceland – Sailing Exploration

Embark on an adventure to Iceland by sailboat to discover its raw and unspoiled nature

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An Iceland off the beaten path

A region like no other

    • Isolated and rugged fjords, among the wildest in Iceland

    • Low population density, few roads, almost exclusively maritime access

    • Pristine landscapes: cliffs, tundra, deserted beaches

    • Waters rich in marine life: whales, dolphins and seals

    Iceland is often perceived as an expensive and standardized destination. With KAMAK Expeditions , it becomes different. By leaving the tourist areas, exploring remote territories, and managing our own logistics, we offer a unique approach to Iceland: more committed, more cohesive, and often more economical than traditional tours .

Iceland Expeditions 2026

Discovery and exploration expedition

This immersive journey to explore the North Fjords from Grimsey Island to the Hornstrandir Peninsula is fully customizable to suit passengers’ wishes

  • Embarkation and disembarkation  : to be defined according to the itinerary (Akureyri, Isafjordur)
  • Duration : to be defined between 8 and 15 days
  • Price (pro rata): €3100 per person based on 7 days/8 nights

Hornstrandir: the wild sanctuary

Located in the far northwest of Iceland, the Hornstrandir nature reserve is one of the last large, completely uninhabited areas in Europe.

  • Access only by boat

  • No roads, no villages

  • Arctic foxes are everywhere.

  • Deep fjords, wind-swept plateaus

The hike is challenging , the isolation total, and the experience deeply immersive.

Grimsey: beyond the Arctic Circle

Grimsey Island , situated on the Arctic Circle, marks a natural extension of our routes to the north.

  • Timeless island atmosphere

  • Seabird watching

  • Powerful symbolism of crossing the Arctic Circle

These cold, rich waters are also ideal for observing marine mammals , including whales and dolphins , which are frequently seen during crossings.

🧳 Practical information:

The price includes:

  • Navigation and use of the boat
  • The trip will be led by Jean Bouchet, a high-mountain guide, or a partner guide or AMM (Mountain Leader).
  • The full crew (2 skippers + cook)
  • Full board (meals, wines and moderate drinks)
  • Equipment for shore excursions (zodiac, kayaks)

The price does not include:

  • International flights and transfers
  • Insurance (cancellation, repatriation)
  • Personal expenses and hard liquor
  • Personal hiking equipment

A sailboat designed for Arctic exploration

Since its creation in 2018 under the impetus of Jean Bouchet, high mountain guide, KAMAK Expeditions explores the most remote fjords of the Arctic, often without any prior information.

Driven by a spirit of discovery and a love for the polar environment, the KAMAK project combines rigor, autonomy and wonder .

Thanks to years of exploration in the fjords of Scoresby Sund, the crew now offers three expeditions to Greenland combining sailing, hiking, kayaking and Arctic sky observation.

Who are these expeditions intended for?

AMAK expeditions are for those who wish to experience the Far North differently — far from timed tourism and standardized itineraries.
They prioritize immersion, slowness, observation, and encounters.

To fully enjoy the trip, you should be able to walk for 4 to 5 hours on varied terrain (grass, rocks, scree). Activities are done in small groups: easy walks, glacier hikes, kayak trips, and nighttime observations, weather permitting.

Each passenger is free to participate in the day’s excursions or not. On board, one can also choose to contemplate, fish, cook, or simply listen to the silence of the fjord.

Nothing is set in stone: the ice, the sea and our emotions dictate the program.

Life on board

KAMAK can accommodate 10 passengers on board, in addition to the crew (3 sailors including 1 cook)

Questions and Answers

We have compiled some questions that travellers ask.