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Paddle Arctic on one of these 110 extraordinary sea kayaking trips during 2026 or 2027. Arctic kayaking tours let you explore the shoreline and marine ecosystems and frequently include itineraries with Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Hiking, Photography Seminars, and Village Visits. Prices for a Arctic sea kayaking trip range from $0 to $181,850 for a 5 to 29 days trip in 2026 for a small group kayaking adventure or a private tour with a local English-speaking guide. Select any of the kayaking trips below as a starting point and customize it with the help of one of Adventure Life's expert Arctic sea kayaking trip planners to make your own unique paddling experience.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $8,395
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Westfjord's cultural charm
  • Sail Denmark Strait's wild seas
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit’s museum
  • Witness auroras in clear skies
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Northern Lights
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day expedition to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sea Spirit, exploring Iceland's landmarks and Greenland's stunning Scoresby Sund. Experience Inuit culture, witness the Northern Lights, and enjoy whale watching back in Iceland.
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Qikiqtarjuak community
from $21,795
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

Reykjavik to Calgary - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cruise through Greenland’s fjords
  • Spot wildlife at Creswell Bay
  • Hike around Cape Mercy
  • Explore Beechey Island
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Reykjavik / Calgary
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Variable
Join this 17-day adventure from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ocean Explorer, exploring the stunning landscapes of Greenland and Canada’s Arctic. Travel through Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, stop at remote towns like Nuuk and Maniitsoq, and witness spectacular wildlife in Canada’s High Arctic.
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
from $21,795
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Beechey Island’s graves
  • Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
  • Visit Arctic Bay
  • Marvel at calving icebergs
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Calgary / Reykjavik
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Sail on this 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, starting in Calgary, and journey through Canada's High Arctic and Greenland. Explore stunning regions like Beechey Island, Radstock Bay, and Arctic Bay. Cruise through Smith Sound before arriving in Greenland, where you’ll visit Qaanaaq, Uummannaq, and the Ilulissat Icefjord.
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Traditional Colourful Houses
from $20,250
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Inuit Spring of Ammassalik

Reykjavík - Reykjavík - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Meet the Inuit people
  • Join the dog sled activity
  • Sail to eastern coast of Greenland
  • Explore Ammassalik
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Skiing
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Variable
Embark on this 11-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, exploring the hypnotic and icy landscapes of the Ammassalik and Blosseville regions.
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
from $22,995
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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Oslo’s vibrant city
  • Sail through Svalbard’s coastlines
  • Spot whales in Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Variable
Experience the beauty of Svalbard and East Greenland on this 15-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. See polar bears, walruses, and guillemots in their natural habitats. Explore the world's largest fjord, Scoresbysund, and visit the remote Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $15,695
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Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Marvel at East Greenland
  • Explore Svalbard
  • Discover West Fjords of Iceland
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Join this 14-day cruise on the MV Sea Spirit from Reykjavik, experiencing vibrant culture and Icelandic cuisine. Sail through Faxafloi, spotting whales, then explore remote West Fjords, East Greenland, and Svalbard, ending in Longyearbyen.
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
from $19,895
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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Experience Camp Barentz
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Look out for birdlife
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Join a 12-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard. Experience exhilarating polar bear encounters, observe wildlife like beluga whales and arctic foxes, and navigate stunning fjords and pack ice.
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Polar bear and cub
from $13,795
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Arctic Odyssey Under a Solar Eclipse

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s rich history
  • Sail through Isfjorden’s calm water
  • Discover Svalbard’s glaciers
  • Witness a total solar eclipse
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen, and experience the midnight sun while exploring Svalbard's stunning fjords and wildlife. Witness a rare total solar eclipse in the Arctic, then sail to Iceland's breathtaking Westfjords before concluding your adventure in Reykjavik.
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A polar bear and her playful cub.
from $15,508
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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • View polar bears on the pack ice
  • Observe walruses and other wildlife
  • Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
  • Enjoy superlative photos ops
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Oslo / Oslo
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Variable
Plunge deep into the Arctic on this 10-day expedition cruise aboard the luxurious National Geographic Resolution to experience wildlife like polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and more. This active tour offers chances to hike, kayak, and take Zodiac tours among pristine nature, perfect for photography and wildlife buffs alike.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $11,995
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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
  • Enjoy Spitsbergen’s landscapes
  • Witness polar bears in the Arctic
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit. Explore the stunning landscapes and wildlife of Svalbard. Encounter polar bears, visit remote islands, and create unforgettable memories on this Arctic adventure.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $8,295
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West Svalbard & Polar Ice Edge

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Cruise Hornsund fjord
  • Discover Bellsund history
  • See seabirds nesting
  • Hike Arctic tundra
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Begin in Longyearbyen, then embark on a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Sea Spirit. Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords, glaciers, and national parks, with chances to see polar bears, walrus, whales, and seabirds. Visit historic Ny Ålesund and reach the polar ice edge for wildlife encounters in one of the Arctic’s most pristine regions.
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $7,895
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Svalbard Circumnavigation: The Ultimate Arctic Quest

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Witness polar wildlife
  • Cruise Hinlopen Strait
  • Encounter walrus colonies
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund settlement
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Variable
Experience a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring Svalbard’s dramatic landscapes and historic sites. Witness towering glaciers, walrus colonies, and seabird cliffs as the expedition sails through ice-filled waters.
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Colorful homes in Greenland
from $4,500
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Spot minke whales
  • See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
  • Witness the Monaco Glacier
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Scuba Diving
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day North Spitsbergen cruise aboard MV Hondius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring its historic charms before setting sail. Encounter majestic glaciers in Raudfjord, spot polar bears in Hinlopen, and reach the northernmost Seven Islands.
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A sow with her cubs
from $51,150
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The Geographic North Pole and the east coast of Greenland

Reykjavík to Longyearbyen - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Blosseville Coast
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
  • Explore Spitsbergen glaciers
  • Navigate Greenland fjords
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Reykjavik / Paris
Activities
Whale Watching, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 18-day Geographic North Pole and the east coast of Greenland aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Greenland’s frozen coasts, navigate Arctic sea ice, and reach the Geographic North Pole. Discover remote Inuit communities, witness unique wildlife, and experience unmatched polar exploration across one of Earth’s most isolated regions.
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $19,780
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Arctic Spring: A Journey Through Ice and Inuit Culture

Nuuk Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore colorful Nuuk
  • Spot humpback whales
  • See Inuit culture
  • Visit Disko Island
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Nuuk / Nuuk
Activities
Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail aboard Le Commandant Charcot through Greenland’s icy wilderness. Visit Nuuk, Disko Bay, Disko Island, Sisimiut, and Baffin Bay. Witness glaciers, wildlife, and colorful Inuit towns on this polar exploration cruise aboard a cutting-edge luxury icebreaker. Experience Arctic nature and culture up close in one unforgettable journey.
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Colorful Houses in Qaqortoq Greenland with big Iceberg
from $28,405
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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

Reykjavik to St John's - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Walk Erik’s Viking farm
  • Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Witness rare solar eclipset
  • Discover Newfoundland’s fjords
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Reykjavik / St. John's
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Variable
Sail from Reykjavík to St. John’s on a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Iceland’s Flatey Island, Greenland’s glacier-carved fjords and Viking ruins, Canada’s remote Labrador Coast, and witness a rare total solar eclipse.
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Exploring Greenland
from $22,295
EBD
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Jewels of the Arctic

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Reykjavik’s sites
  • Discover East Greenland’s fjords
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit’s Inuit
  • Visit Thingvellir National Park
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Join a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer from Reykjavik to Oslo. Explore Svalbard's endless daylight, meet polar bears and sea ice walruses, and hear guillemot calls. Venture through East Greenland's Scoresbysund, visit remote Ittoqqortoormiit and glide amidst stunning icebergs.
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
from $22,995
EBD
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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Reykjavik’s cityscape
  • Discover Thingvellir’s rift valley
  • Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
  • Navigate Greenland’s deep fjords
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Reykjavik / Oslo
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Variable
Join a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle to explore Svalbard and East Greenland, where you can see polar bears, walrus, and stunning fjords. Experience local Inuit culture in Ittoqqortoormiit while navigating through breathtaking landscapes shaped by nature.
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