Embark on a 15-day cruise from Qausuittuq, Nunavut, to Nuuk, Greenland aboard Ocean Nova. Explore the Canadian High Arctic and West Greenland through landings and coastal sailing. Visit Beechey Island, Tallurutiup Imanga, Devon Island, Ellesmere Island, Kane Basin, and Inuit communities including Aujuittuq, Qaanaaq, and Upernavik. Learn about Arctic exploration history, Inuit relocation, and traditional knowledge. Observe whales, seals, seabirds, glaciers, and drifting sea ice. Walk tundra landscapes, visit historic sites, attend expert-led talks, and sail among fjords, icebergs, and remote coastlines before disembarking in Nuuk.
Highlights
Walk Beechey Island shoreline learning Franklin expedition, Inuit history
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Arrive by charter flight from Ottawa to Qausuittuq, located on gravel flats and moraine under continuous summer daylight. The community was relocated in 1953 and now serves as a base for Arctic research and travel. Before embarking aboard the Ocean Nova, take time to become familiar with the local history and surrounding landscape.
Come ashore on Beechey Island, a National Historic Site linked to early Arctic exploration. The island contains the graves of members of the Franklin expedition, and Inuit knowledge played an important role in understanding the fate of the lost ships. Walk along the shoreline and learn about the history of exploration, survival, and the lasting significance of this place.
Day 3: Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) & Devon Island
Sail through Tallurutiup Imanga, one of Canada’s largest marine protected areas, alive with whales, seals, and seabirds. Beneath towering cliffs and drifting ice, the sea glimmers with shifting light. Step ashore on Devon Island, the world’s largest uninhabited island, where glaciers meet the sea and tundra unfolds in broad, glacial valleys. Here, light and silence create their own compositions, inviting stillness, reflection, and a deep sense of the Arctic’s living beauty.
Set amid stark mountains and sweeping tundra, Aujuittuq, “the place that never thaws,” is Canada’s northernmost community. Here, residents share powerful stories of their families’ 1953 relocation from northern Québec and Mittimatalik—stories of resilience and adaptation that continue to shape life here. Walking the tundra with local hosts, you’ll learn how deep knowledge of land, sea, and season sustain this community of enduring strength, ingenuity, and culture that define life at the top of the world.
Explore the rugged coastline of Ellesmere, Canada’s most northerly island. Towering mountains, vast ice caps, and deep fjords define this northern wilderness. The austere beauty recalls Lawren Harris’s Arctic visions—landscapes of pure form and luminous stillness.
Sail into Kane Basin, where Ellesmere Island and Greenland nearly meet. Glaciers tower, sea ice drifts, and the shifting Arctic light transforms every moment. For generations, Inuit navigated these passages with skill and insight—long before explorers heading toward the Pole followed in their wake.
Framed by steep glacial cliffs and mirrored waters, Alexandria Fjord reveals a softer side of the High Arctic. In late summer, tundra mosses and wildflowers lend muted color to the valley beneath sheltering peaks. Here, the stillness feels sacred—as though the land itself was holding its breath.
Set against a backdrop of mountains and drifting sea ice, Qaanaaq is one of the world’s northernmost towns and a centre of Inughuit culture. Here, knowledge of the land, sea ice, and animals continues to shape daily life, alongside modern influences. Traditions such as dog-sledding and hunting remain vital to community identity, reflecting deep connections to place. Meeting residents offers a rare opportunity to experience a way of life defined by continuity, adaptation, and enduring northern relationships.
Step ashore at Kap York, where meteorite fragments once provided iron for tools. You’ll walk shores where geology, history, and human ingenuity intersect. Feel the stark forms and elemental contrasts of the landscape and recall the Group of Seven’s Arctic canvases, where every line and shadow carried story and spirit.
Spend a day at sea as the ship sails south along Greenland’s rugged coast. Attend lectures, workshops, and cultural presentations that bring Arctic history, art, and ecology into sharper focus. From the deck, watch for whales surfacing among icebergs and seabirds soaring overhead, each fleeting moment a study in movement and light.
Nestled amongst a maze of islands, Upernavik is a town where past and present meet on the edge of the Arctic. Visit Greenland’s oldest museum, founded in 1959, with exhibits housed in historic buildings that share stories of Inuit life and colonial history. This is also where a young Knud Rasmussen—later known for his Thule Expeditions—spent part of his youth learning the skills and traditions that shaped his future. As you wander among brightly painted houses and gaze over a sea strewn with ice, you’ll feel how deeply place and story intertwine here.
Sail among towering glaciers and drifting bergs, each one a shifting sculpture in white and blue. Fjords echo with the sound of calving ice, and mountains rise sheer above waters crowded with floes. The scale and geometry here—immense, elemental, ever-changing—recall the stark forms the Group of Seven once sought to capture in paint.
Visit Qeqertarsuaq on Disko Island, a place shaped by volcanic forces and known for striking geological contrasts. Black sand beaches meet basalt cliffs, while icebergs drift past offshore. Hike to a waterfall that cascades down from the high tundra plateau, carving bright paths through dark rock. The juxtapositions here—fiery geology against icy seas, flowing water against frozen forms—echo the Group of Seven’s fascination with elemental contrasts.
Cruise along the dramatic Sisimiut coast, where mountains rise sharply from the sea and small settlements cling to the shoreline. This region reflects Greenland’s seafaring traditions, with communities deeply tied to land and water. As you sail, the shifting light across jagged peaks creates endless new scenes—each one a masterpiece of Arctic color and form.
Day 15: Nuuk, Greenland | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Your voyage concludes in Nuuk, Greenland’s vibrant capital. Explore its lively streets and visit museums that celebrate Inuit art and history. Here, traditional knowledge and modern life come together in creative conversation. Like the artists who once looked north for inspiration, you’ll return home with your vision reshaped by northern light and the enduring power of curiosity.
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$13,9952-3 travelers
Triple - Category 1
Upper Deck
This approximately 159 sq. ft. cabin offers a comfortable and functional space with a window for natural light. It features two lower berths and one upper berth, a private bathroom with a shower, and essential amenities, including a hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products. A desk with a chair and heater under the desk provides added convenience, while air ventilation ensures a comfortable environment. Storage includes a cupboard and two wardrobes. The cabin is equipped with 220V/50Hz European electrical outlets for your devices.
Bunk Bed Twin - Category 2
Upper Deck
This approximately 86–122 sq. ft. cabin offers a cozy and functional space with a window for natural light. It features a bunk bed twin, a private bathroom with a shower, and essential amenities, including a hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products. A desk with a chair and a heater under the desk provide added comfort, while air ventilation ensures a pleasant atmosphere. Storage includes a cupboard and a wardrobe, and the cabin is equipped with 220V/50Hz European electrical outlets for convenience.
Upper Deck Twin - Category 3
Upper Deck
This approximately 106–140 sq. ft. cabin offers a comfortable retreat with a window for natural light. Guests can choose between two lower berths or a matrimonial bed for a restful stay. The cabin includes a private bathroom with a shower and essential amenities such as a hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products. A desk with a chair and a heater under the desk enhances convenience, while air ventilation ensures a comfortable environment. Storage options include a cupboard and a wardrobe, and the cabin is equipped with 220V/50Hz European electrical outlets for added convenience.
Bridge Deck Twin - Category 4
Bridge Deck
This approximately 104–112 sq. ft. cabin provides a comfortable and functional space with a window for natural light. It features two lower berths, a private bathroom with a shower, and essential amenities, including a hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products. A desk with a chair and a heater under the desk adds convenience, while air ventilation ensures a comfortable atmosphere. Storage includes a cupboard and a wardrobe, and the cabin is equipped with 220V/50Hz European electrical outlets for your devices.
Superior Twin - Category 5
Upper Deck
This approximately 145–156 sq. ft. cabin offers a spacious and comfortable retreat with a window for natural light. It features two lower berths, a private bathroom with a shower, and essential amenities such as a hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products. A desk with a chair and a heater under the desk provide added comfort, while air ventilation ensures a pleasant atmosphere. Storage includes a cupboard and two wardrobes, and the cabin is equipped with 220V/50Hz European electrical outlets for convenience.
Single - Category 6
Upper Deck
This approximately 86–114 sq. ft. cabin offers a cozy and private space with a window for natural light. It features one lower berth, a private bathroom with a shower, and essential amenities such as a hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products. A desk with a chair and a heater under the desk provide added convenience, while air ventilation ensures a comfortable environment. Storage includes a cupboard and a wardrobe, and the cabin is equipped with 220V/50Hz European electrical outlets for your devices.
Initial deposit is $2,500 non-refundable deposit per person, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. Accepts client cards for deposit only. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
14 Breakfasts, 13 Lunches, 14 Dinners
14 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Port Fees
Complimentary Expedition Jacket
Pre-departure materials
Educational program
Applicable taxes and credit card fees
Guided activities
Sightseeing and community visits
Interactive workshops
Evening entertainment
All shipboard meals
Special access permits, entry, and park fees
Expert expedition team
All Zodiac excursions
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
It is mandatory to have emergency evacuation and medical insurance to travel with Adventure Canada. It is recommended to obtain a basic minimum coverage of $500,000 on all cruises.
Commercial and charter flights
Program enhancements/optional excursions (Must be pre-booked)
Additional expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes
Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
Possible fuel surcharges and administrative fees
Pre- and post-trip hotel accommodation
Premium internet access available at an additional cost
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
