M/S Sarfaq Ittuk was built in 1992 and was modernized and extended in 1999/2000.
She has a length of 73 meters and a width of 11 meters.
With a 2000 HP engine, the ship has a maximum speed of 13 knots.
The vessel is classified by Det Norske Veritas for sailing in ice-filled waters.
The ship's capacity is 237 passengers with a crew of 22 people.
Seasickness
Seasickness is not dangerous and can be prevented.
Café Sarfaq sells 'Seabands' which counteract sea sickness naturally. 'Seabands' are worn on the wrists. In case of doubt, ask the crew on board who are always ready to help.
You can also ask your doctor for a prescription motion sickness patch, which is effective for approx. 72 hours. This works for many people and doesn’t make you sleepy.
Café Sarfaq
Food and drink are an important part of the overall travel experience.
The crew strive to utilise an assortment of fresh local ingredients to create good tasty meals.
Every evening, a cold starter is offered, the hot meal day of the day and a small dessert.
At Café Sarfaq you will also find a range of Danish and Greenlandic newspapers, beverages and snacks.
Café Sarfaq is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00
Breakfast at 07.00 - 09.00
Lunch at 12.00 - 13.00
Dinner at 18:00 - 19:00 (Saturday 17:00 - 18:00)
NEW 2023: Umiaq Junior Suite + Igloo Suite
If you want the best comfort on your journey, you should choose the Suites. All suites are outside and equipped with bathroom and toilet. Suites can be purchased as single or double suites.
There is a kettle for coffee and tea, chest of drawers, monitor and with the possibility to watch a selection of movies from our entertainment system. There are towels in the cabins as well.
Suites are located on deck 3 and 4.
Cabin's at Arctic Umiaq Line
All cabins are outside. Cabins are equipped with bathroom and toilet. Cabins can be purchased as one-, two-, three- or four-person cabins.
There is a kettle for coffee and tea, chest of drawers, monitor and with the possibility to watch a selection of movies from our entertainment system. There are towels in the cabins as well.
Cabins are located on deck 3 and 4.
Couchettes
The couchettes are grouped in sections of bunk beds up to 8 persons. There is a shared bathroom and toilet in the hallway. Passengers usually bring their own sleeping bag, but it is possible to buy a blanket when purchasing the ticket online. Locations are available on deck 1, 2 and 3. The designated place may be without window.