Ontario Wildlife Viewing Trips & Safaris

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A Voyage Along the Great Lakes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Milwaukee - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Discover Toronto’s diversity
• Explore Port Colborne beauty
• Navigate Detroit River panoramas
• Cruise Lake Michigan grandeur

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Milwaukee

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot to uncover the Great Lakes' stunning landscapes and rich history. Highlights include Niagara Falls, Lake Huron's UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Mackinac Island's Victorian charm, and Milwaukee's vibrant culture, making this an unforgettable journey.

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from $20,989

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Polar Bears & Glaciers of Baffin Island

7 Day Itinerary

• Search for bowhead whales
• Admire all-night Arctic sunsets
• Visit Auyuittuq National Park
• Explore ancient Thule sites

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover 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 your safari-style base camp, and spend your time roaming the land in search of polar bears & wildlife in the beautiful silence of the Arctic as you explore Auyuittuq National Park.

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from $9,499

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Five Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Chicago to Quebec - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II

• Cruise scenic Lake Huron
• Explore old Montreal
• Experience Detroit’s rich heritage

Starts / Ends

Chicago / Quebec City

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Variable

Sail from Chicago to Quebec on a 15-day cruise through the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway aboard Victory II. Visit iconic destinations like Mackinac Island, Niagara Falls, and Montreal. Explore vibrant cities, historic sites, and scenic waterways.

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from $24,592

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Baffin Island Dive Safari

7 Day Itinerary

• Travel by snowmobile and qamutik
• Have progressive diving experiences
• See the Arctic's vast wildlife
• Stay in a safari-style base camp

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the most exhilarating 7-day diving adventure in the company of the Arctic's leading scuba diving experts. Settle into a safari-style base camp on the sea ice and dive in the most incredible ice formations. Witness the Arctic's wildlife such as pods of narwhal, a variety of seal species, bowhead, beluga whales, and polar bears.

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from $24,567

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Narwhal & Polar Bear Safari

9 Day Itinerary

• Travel by traditional qamutik
• Camp close to the ice floe edge
• Look for icebergs and drifting ice
• Observe narwhals and polar bears

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the classic spring floe edge 9-day safari where you may have the opportunity to view polar bears, narwhal and icebergs under the Midnight Sun. Travel to the northern reaches of Baffin Island where the sea ice meets the open water, and marine mammals and other wildlife congregate at the floe edge – also known as the “line of life”.

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from $9,499

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Five Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Quebec City to Chicago - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II

• Visit Montreal’s Botanical Gardens
• Experience Soo Locks views
• Explore Detroit's landscapes
• Walk Toronto’s waterfront trails

Starts / Ends

Quebec City / Chicago

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Great Lakes on a 15-day cruise from Quebec City to Chicago aboard Victory II. Visit Montreal, Niagara Falls, Cleveland, Detroit, Mackinac Island, and Milwaukee. Sail across Lakes Ontario, Erie, Huron, Superior, and Michigan. Experience iconic cities, rich history, scenic cruising, and cultural landmarks.

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from $13,995

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Great Lakes Collection

Canada to Minnesota - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

• Cruise Niagara Falls
• Explore Mackinac Island
• Kayak Killarney’s turquoise waters
• Enjoy Sleeping Giant hike views

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Duluth

Activities

Biking, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 15-day voyage aboard a Viking Great Lakes cruise ship, starting in Toronto and exploring North America’s inland seas. Visit Niagara Falls, Detroit, Mackinac Island, and enjoy scenic hikes, vineyards, and optional excursions like helicopter rides on this enriching cultural voyage.

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from $6,995

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Niagara and the Great Lakes

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

• Toronto Exploration
• Explore Mackinac Island
• Niagara Falls & Welland Canal
• Point Pelee Birdwatching
• Detroit’s Innovation Legacy
• Alpena’s Maritime Adventures
• Mackinac Island & Milwaukee’s Charm

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Lake Ontario / Milwaukee

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Variable

On this 8-day Niagara and the Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Milwaukee aboard the Viking Great Lakes, explore nature and culture. Navigate the Welland Canal, witness Niagara Falls, and spot migratory birds at Point Pelee. Visit Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum, kayak in Alpena, tour Mackinac Island, and explore Milwaukee’s waterfront history.

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from $13,440

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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Quebec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Sail the scenic St. Lawrence Seaway
• Visit Montreal, a cosmopolitan city
• Explore Prince Edward Island
• Experience the Acadian culture
• Explore Nova Scotia and Lunenburg

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Boston

Activity Level

Variable

Explore eastern Canada and New England on a 13-day Smithsonian Journeys cruise. Sail from Toronto to Boston with stops in Quebec, PEI, Nova Scotia, and Cape Cod. Highlights include Montreal, Tadoussac, Magdalen Islands, Charlottetown, and Lunenburg. Includes expert talks and a shore excursion in each port.

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from $14,495

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Canada & Greenland Explorer

Toronto to Greenland - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

• Visit historic Toronto neighborhood
• Explore Quebec City landmarks
• Explore Inuit village traditions
• Whale watch in Tadoussac

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Nuuk

Activities

Fishing, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day Viking Great Lakes and Arctic cruise from Toronto to Greenland, exploring top destinations like Quebec City, Gros Morne National Park, Red Bay, and Paamiut. Discover whale-filled waters in Tadoussac, dramatic landscapes in the Mingan Archipelago, and Inuit heritage in remote Greenlandic villages.

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from $50,995

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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Ilulissat’s glaciers
• Search for Arctic wildlife
• Discover Inuit culture
• Visit the historic Herschel Island

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Anchorage

Activities

Photography Seminars

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Variable

Join this 29-day expedition from Toronto to Anchorage aboard the Greg Mortimer. Navigate the Northwest Passage, explore historic sites, meet locals, and spot Arctic wildlife.

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from $14,070

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Exploration from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
• Sail through Prins Christian Sund
• Visit quaint Aappilattoq village
• Marvel at Kujalleq Glacier
• Admire colorful Saint John’s

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Reykjavik / Toronto

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Variable

Join a 16-day expedition aboard Le Bellot, sailing from Iceland to Canada through the stunning landscapes of Greenland. Explore Viking history and vibrant islands, and enjoy whale watching before visiting Montreal and concluding in Toronto via the scenic Saint Lawrence River.

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from $12,999

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Arctic Wilderness Odyssey

Churchill to Nuuk - 16 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• See Churchill’s tundra landscapes
• Cruise Hudson Bay’s vast waters
• Sail through Disko Bay
• Explore Itilleq village

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Nuuk

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 16-day Arctic cruise aboard World Navigator. Explore Hudson Bay, Disko Bay, and remote Greenlandic settlements. Encounter polar bears, whales, and glaciers while navigating scenic fjords and cliffs. Each day features Captain’s Choice landings, guided Zodiac cruises, and authentic encounters with Arctic wildlife and culture.

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Polar Wilderness Quest

Nuuk to Churchill - 17 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Nuuk cultural exploration
• Spot Disko Bay wildlife
• Explore Marble Island ruins
• Hudson Strait cruising

Starts / Ends

Nuuk / Churchill

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Nuuk to Churchill on a 17-day Arctic cruise aboard World Navigator. Explore Disko Bay, Baffin Bay, and Hudson Bay. Experience wildlife-rich islands, calving glaciers, and Inuit communities through Zodiac landings and guided exploration. Every day delivers adventure across the pristine wilderness of the High Arctic.

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