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Embark on a journey through Canada's breathtaking seascapes with our 54 meticulously curated whale-watching tours for 2025. Canada's vast and pristine waters are a sanctuary for some of the most magnificent marine creatures on Earth. Here, you can witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of whales breaching the ocean's surface and listen to their haunting songs that echo through the deep blue. Over the span of 5 to 29 days, adventurers can immerse themselves in the thrill of whale watching, complemented by activities such as hiking through rugged landscapes, visiting remote Inuit villages, and observing a myriad of Arctic wildlife in their natural habitat. With a starting point of $3,859, these tours offer an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature's grandeur and the cultural richness of Canada's coastal communities. To set sail on a voyage that will stir your soul and awaken your sense of wonder, contact one of Adventure Life's Canadian specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Kayaking with Belugas
from $16,810
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Arctic Discovery

Canada Small Group Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Hiking along the tundra
  • Visit Manitoba Museum
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Enjoy guided ecotour activities
  • View the arctic night sky
  • Visit Churchill and meet with local
  • Kayaking with beluga whales
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Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover 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. Explore this unique and wild wilderness known for its stunning ecosystems, wildlife, and rich cultural history with the help of the Churchill Wild Ecotour.
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Watching bears near the lodge
from $14,698
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Birds, Bears & Belugas

Canada Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Arctic wildlife viewing
  • Taste tundra-inspired cuisine
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Look for beluga whales in the bay
  • ATV tours exploring the coast
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Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activity Level
Easy Active
Spend 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 its stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage with the help of the Churchill Wild Ecotour.
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Learn about the culture of Klahoose Nation
from $4,415
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Klahoose Bear Watching and Cultures of Desolation Sound

5 Day Itinerary
  • Grizzly bear viewing in Toba Inlet
  • Enjoy a guided bear viewing
  • Scenic journey to Desolation Sound
  • Spot wildlife in their habitats
  • Join cultural traditions
  • Enjoy outdoor activities
  • Learn about eco-sustainability
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Lund / Lund
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Kayaking, Hiking, Fishing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover the beauty of Desolation Sound on a 5-day adventure with the Klahoose Nation. Witness grizzly bears in their natural habitat from exclusive viewing platforms. Immerse yourself in cultural traditions through storytelling, cedar weaving, and ceremonial practices that connect you to the land. Between bear viewing and cultural sharing, enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, rainforest hikes, and relaxation at the resort.
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Klahoose First Nation traditional welcome
from $3,858
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Desolation Sound Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Desolation Sound in Canada
  • Visit an ancestral Klahoose village
  • Join cultural traditions
  • Boat tour with wildlife viewing
  • Spot wildlife in their habitats
  • Enjoy outdoor activities
  • Learn about eco-sustainability
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Lund / Lund
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience the heritage of the Klahoose Nation on a 5-day Desolation Sound adventure in coastal BC. Journey with Klahoose guides to the ancestral village site of Ahpokum for cultural ceremonies, storytelling, and traditions passed down through generations. Explore the rich waters and forests while watching for humpbacks, orcas, dolphins, eagles, and bears.
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Ice diving in the Arctic
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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Narwhal sighting in the Arctic
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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On the ice floe
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
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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A view from the cliffs of Gros Morne National Park.
from $9,595
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore vibrant St. John’s
  • Visit French Saint-Pierre
  • Hike Gros Morne’s Tablelands
  • Step into Viking history
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St. John's / St. John's
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 12-day Newfoundland Circumnavigation cruise through Newfoundland and Labrador aboard the Ocean Nova, where history, culture, and nature come together. Explore Miawpukek’s Indigenous heritage, the charming fishing village of Francois, and the geological wonders of Gros Morne National Park.
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Sable Island
from $6,995
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Sable Island: Wild Horses and Outpost Legacy

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Discover Sable Island Wildlife
  • Encounter Wild Horses
  • Visit Saint-Pierre, France
  • Explore Historic St. John’s
Starts / Ends
St. John's / St. John's
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark from St. John’s, Newfoundland, an 8-day Ocean Nova expedition exploring the wild beauty of Sable Island and the charm of Saint-Pierre. Experience legendary history, French culture, and Atlantic wildlife—from seals and horses to seabirds. Expert guides, Zodiac landings, and comfortable ship amenities enhance each moment at sea.
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Small harbor with fishing boats outside St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
from $12,688
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Sailing the St. Lawrence Seaway and Canadian Maritimes

11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Spot belugas and minkes in Saguenay
  • Explore Quebec’s old town
  • Discover Acadian villages
  • Kayak Côte-Nord coastline
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St. John's / St. John's
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Variable
Set sail on an immersive 11-day St. Lawrence River cruise aboard the National Geographic Explorer, roundtrip from St. John's, Newfoundland. Explore Quebec City, Saguenay Fjord, Côte-Nord, St-Pierre, and Îles de la Madeleine while discovering breathtaking landscapes, rich Indigenous heritage, diverse wildlife, and vibrant Acadian culture.
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See historic lighthouses on the American East Coast
from $6,799
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New England and Canada

Quebec - Portland - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Witness Saguenay Fjords' wildlife
  • Explore Baie-Comeau and Gaspe
  • Explore Charlottetown landmarks
  • Explore Strait of Canso and Halifax
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Quebec City / Portland
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Variable
Sail from Quebec City to Portland, Maine, on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory II. Enjoy a hotel stay in Old Quebec, then explore Saguenay Fjords, Baie-Comeau, Gaspe, and Charlottetown. Cruise through the Strait of Canso, visit Halifax, and end in Portland. Experience coastal towns, local culture, wildlife, and peaceful sea days.
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Kayaking and Zodiac Cruising in Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland
from $50,995
EBD
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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
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Toronto / Anchorage
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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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Charming Quebec City
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
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, 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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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
from $25,495
EBD
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Northwest Passage

Toronto - Calgary - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Sisimiut’s Inuit culture
  • Discover Pond Inlet’s heritage
  • Experience Port Leopold’s landscape
  • Visit uninhabited Devon Island
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Toronto / Calgary
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise through the legendary Northwest Passage aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Canada’s High Arctic and its historic sites linked to famous explorers. Engage with Inuit communities and observe Arctic wildlife while witnessing the impact of changing sea ice in this captivating region.
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The Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights
from $25,495
EBD
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Northwest Passage - The Northern Lights

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit Port Leopold’s historic bay
  • Hike Radstock Bay’s tundra
  • Observe seabirds on Prince Leopold
  • Witness Northern Lights
Starts / Ends
Calgary / Toronto
Activities
Photography Seminars, Northern Lights
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 16-day expedition cruise through the historic Northwest Passage aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Canada’s High Arctic and its Inuit culture. Witness Arctic wildlife and the stunning Northern Lights while navigating through ice-filled waters.
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Hiking in the vast Arctic landscape
from $13,595
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Discover the Torngats’ beauty
  • Spot wildlife along Arctic coast
  • Explore Viking Settlement
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador aboard Ocean Victory from Greenland to Newfoundland, uncovering stunning fjords, Inuit heritage, Viking history, and diverse wildlife. Expect Zodiac excursions, expert-led hikes, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most remote and beautiful regions.
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
from $11,995
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Cruise through Kangerlussuaq Fjord
  • Explore Nuuk’s cultural sites
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • See Torngat Mountains National Park
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure cruise from Greenland to Newfoundland aboard the Ocean Nova, sailing through majestic fjords, historic sites, and breathtaking Arctic landscapes. Visit the Viking settlement at L’Anse aux Meadows and experience warm Newfoundland hospitality in remote coastal villages.
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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
Activity Level
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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