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There's nothing more awe-inspiring than seeing a mighty humpback whale breach the glassy surface of the ocean and splash thundering back into it, and these whale-watching tours allow you to witness it up close from the deck of your boat or even closer from a dinghy. Our tour operators know just where to find the whales and how to spot them, which means that you are almost guaranteed to see this majestic feat of nature on any of these expedition cruises through the Arctic, and Antarctic waters. Of course, whales aren't the only wildlife you'll encounter on these cruises - you might also come across lazy walruses, seals, colonies of thousands of sea birds, cute penguins of all sorts, and other hardy animals that populate these waters. Let us know when you're ready to start planning your whale-watching adventure!

Top 10 Whale Watching Cruises & Tours for 2024-2025

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10 Best Antarctic Whale Watching for 2024-2025

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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise$159958Dec 6, 2024Embark on this 8-day Antarctic cruise on the Magellan Explorer. Fly over the Drake Passage round-trip from Punta Arenas to King George Island where …
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Antarctica - Basecamp$990013Dec 25, 2024Take your Antarctic expedition to the next level! This 13-day Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp voyage aboard MV Plancius is packed full of adventures …
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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake$167958Dec 5, 2024Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest and most direct way to Antarctica on this 8-day polar expedition. Zodiac cruise in search of …
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Antarctic Small Ship Expedition$659510Mar 22, 2024Embark on this 10-day Antarctic adventure with Magellan Explorer. Sail the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia and across the Drake Passage to the western …
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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise$114958Dec 2, 2024Embark on this 8-day Antarctic adventure with Ocean Nova Air Cruises. Fly over the Drake Passage from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you …
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Antarctica - Basecamp$880013Nov 1, 2024Embark on MV Hondius for an adventure of a lifetime. This 13-day expedition cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula is packed full of adventure with hiking …
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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent$1119511Nov 5, 2024On this 11-day adventure to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula you'll cruise through sea ice, witness penguins building their …
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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia$3849523Dec 16, 2024From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this …
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Celebrating Antarctica$1198513Jan 15, 2025Board the MS Seaventure for this 13-day voyage that will take you from Ushuaia, across the Drake Passage until you reach the Antarctic Peninsula …
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Across the Antarctic Circle$1619513Feb 23, 2025On this 13-day Across the Antarctic Circle Expedition Cruise Roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Greg Mortimer, celebrate this magical frozen area of …
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Top 7 Whale Watching Tours in the Arctic for 2024-2025

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Birds, Bears & Belugas$128428Jul 6, 2024Spend a week exploring Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge in this unique and wild wilderness known for …
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Arctic Discovery$138569Jul 29, 2024Discover the hidden gem of Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge on a 9-day Arctic Discovery safari. …
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Best of Iceland$25538Mar 19, 2024Explore the best of Iceland on this exciting 8-day tour starting and ending in Reykjavik. Beautiful glaciers reach across the landscape as you visit …
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Baffin Island Dive Safari$234897May 13, 2024Experience the most exhilarating 7-day diving adventure in the company of the Arctic's leading scuba diving experts. Settle into a safari-style base …
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Narwhal & Polar Bear Safari$214428May 13, 2024Experience the classic spring floe edge 8-day safari where you may have the opportunity to view polar bears, narwhal and icebergs under the Midnight …
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Polar Bears & Glaciers of Baffin Island$197277Aug 1, 2024Discover the remote and rugged beauty of the Arctic on this 7-day tour of Baffin Island. Experience the long Arctic summer days from the comfort of …
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Best of Iceland - Private Tour$100348Mar 19, 2024Explore the best of Iceland on this exciting 8-day tour starting and ending in Reykjavik. Beautiful glaciers reach across the landscape as you visit …
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10 Best Alaskan Whale Watching Cruises for 2024-2025

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Last Frontier Adventure$42958May 31, 2024Chichagof Dream's 8-day Last Frontier Adventure offers more time in the woods and a higher level of adventure. On this journey, visit Baranof Island, …
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Alaska's Inside Passage Sojourn$53959May 27, 2024Sail through Alaska's Inside Passage on this 9-day Alaskan cruise on the Baranof Dream. Visit the ports of Sitka, Juneau, Wrangell, and visit Glacier …
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Last Frontier Adventure$39958May 18, 2024This Last Frontier Adventure aboard Admiralty Dream is an 8-day small-ship cruise that offers more time in wilderness areas and a higher level of …
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Inside Passage & Glacier Bay Wilderness Cruise$720013Sep 11, 2024Thirteen days take you through the Inside Passages and Glacier Bay National Park, encountering remote wilderness, Native culture, and history. Set …
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Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness$62238May 11, 2024Explore Southeast Alaska aboard National Geographic Venture on its 8-day Alaska cruise from Juneau to Sitka. Hike over the spongy earth and float …
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Wild Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands, and Tracy Arm Fjord$29706May 1, 2024Board the National Geographic Sea Lion on this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape cruise exploring the coasts and forests of Alaska. Visit ports such as Sitka, …
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Northern Passages & Glacier Bay$49008May 11, 2024Set sail aboard the SafarI Endeavour from Juneau to Sitka, Alaska, on an 8-day voyage to the Glacier Bay National Park, Chichagof Island, and Peril …
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North to True Alaska Expedition$35956Jun 30, 2024Experience Alaska’s famous wildlife, pristine wilderness bays and rainforest, kayak and skiff adventures, stunning Glacier Bay National Park, and …
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Wild, Woolly and Wow: Best of Glacier Bay$44008May 11, 2024Join fellow adventurers on the most active backcountry adventure cruise in Alaska aboard the Wilderness Legacy. Explore the "Outback" of Glacier Bay …
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Alaska's Glacier Country$61008May 24, 2024Make the most out of this 8-day cruise aboard Safari Quest as you explore the wilderness and encounter marine animals by kayaking, paddle boarding …
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Top 10 Galapagos Whale Watching Vacations for 2024-2025

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Volcanic Wonders$97508Mar 31, 2024On this comprehensive 8-day tour of the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/V Origin, see unusual wildlife such as marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, …
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Western Islands$47006Apr 1, 2024Embark the Alya on this 6-day catamaran cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise …
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Western & Eastern Islands$94908Apr 13, 2024Join the M/C Elite on a spectacular 8-day small ship cruise of the Galapagos Islands. Visit San Cristobal, North Seymour, Santa Cruz, Isabela, …
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West & Central Islands + Genovesa$94908Mar 24, 2024Enjoy an exceptional trip to the West & Central Galapagos Islands as you sail across one of the most magical destinations in the world. Discover the …
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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation - West Aboard Ocean Spray$1237908Apr 6, 2024Circumnavigate the Western Islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day private charter cruise aboard the Ocean Spray. Explore striking volcanic landscapes …
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Ocean Spray$932906Apr 20, 2024Experience Galapagos penguins, Elizabeth Bay, and more on a cruise through the Western Islands aboard Ocean Spray. Enjoy hiking, snorkeling and …
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Bonita$592807Mar 31, 2024Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita for a private expedition. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded …
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Western Islands$43006Apr 13, 2024Enjoy the Galapagos Islands aboard EcoGalaxy in 6 days, where you explore magical landscapes with unique wildlife like giant tortoises, flamingos, …
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya$714406Apr 1, 2024Board the Alya on this 6-day private cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding …
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Luxury West & Central Galapagos Cruise$70906Apr 9, 2024The Galapagos are some of the world’s most famous and beguiling islands the M/C Endemic offers you the perfect opportunity to discover and enjoy …
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