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Rugged fjords, towering icebergs, glaciers that stretch for miles, and hardy wildlife that has learned how to survive in this rough but mystical landscape highlight an expedition cruise to Disko Bay in Arctic Greenland. Among the animals that you may encounter are Arctic hares, musk oxen, Arctic foxes, reindeer, falcons, and eagles. When your ship breaks into the icy waters of Disko Bay, you might get the rare chance to see a humpback whale breaching the surface among a field of stray icebergs. Your ears will likely alert you to another marvel as giant sheets of ice thaw and crack off, crashing into the blue water below. For active explorers, base camps make for a unique Arctic experience too. Let us know when you're ready to start planning your trip to Disko Bay.

Top 10 Disko Bay Cruises for 2021-2022

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All Greenland Tours
First views of Baffin Island
High Arctic Explorer
Resolute Bay to Kangerlussuaq
12 Days from $7,595
Explore the high Arctic on this 12-day expedition cruise aboard the ice-class Ocean Endeavour. Departing from Resolute Bay high in the Arctic Circle, you'll navigate the iconic fjords and rugged islands of the icy north before heading across wildlife-rich Baffin Bay towards Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. Enjoy hikes and opportunities to meet local communities.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
Out of the Northwest Passage
Kugluktuk to Kangerlussuaq
17 Days from $10,995
The Northwest Passage remains one of the world’s last true frontiers. Embark on the Ocean Endeavour for a 17-day Arctic cruise to the far reaches of the north. The crown jewel of Arctic expedition travel, a trip through the Northwest Passage leaves one forever changed.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
Into the Northwest Passage
Kangerlussuaq to Kugluktuk
17 Days from $10,995
Board the ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavor expedition ship on this 17-day Arctic cruise from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland through the legendary Northwest Passage. You'll encounter wildlife like polar bears, caribou, walrus, and musk ox, meet Inuit villagers in their coastal fishing towns, navigate around icebergs in zodiacs and trek across glaciers!
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First views of Baffin Island
Into the Northwest Passage
Kangerlussuaq to Disko Bay
14 Days from $6,390
This 14-day cruise aboard Ocean Atlantic begins in Kangerlussuaq in West Greenland, departing towards the Inuit land of Nunavut on Baffin Island, where Inuit have lived for millennia. You will also visit small settlements along the way while taking the stunning glaciers, fjords, and wildlife that highlight the area.
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Views of the Ilulissat Icefjord
Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic
Toronto to Toronto
17 Days from $14,495
Marvel at highlights of the Canadian Arctic and Greenland’s stunning west coast aboard the Ultramarine on a 17-day adventure cruise. Participate in included helicopter activities and take in the vast, pristine Arctic wilderness from the air during this trip.
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Houses of Greenland
The Northwest Passage – Iceland to Cambridge Bay
Reykjavik to Edmonton
19 Days from $19,027
From Reykjavik to Edmondton, this exciting 19-day expedition cruise aboard MS Fram takes you to some of the purest and most remote waters of the world, where nature prevails. Discover the unique beauty of the Arctic region sailing from Iceland to Cambridge Bay.
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq
Kangerlussuaq to Kangerlussuaq
8 Days from $8,910
Enjoy this micro tour of Greenland’s most coveted destinations on this 8-day round trip from Kangerlussuaq aboard the Silver Wind.
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An Arctic fox gazes across the landscape
Disko Bay to Uummannaq - Remote At Heart
Ilulissat to Ilulissat
10 Days from $10,590
Experience a life-affirming adventure with the beautiful 12-passenger ship M/S Balto! Begin your voyage by exploring the Disko Bay area, known for its diverse and astonishing landscape, including unique geological formations, deep fjords, springs and caves, magnificent towering icebergs and impressive glaciers faces
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
Disko Bay Exploration - Ice, Whales & Mountains
Ilulissat to Ilulissat
8 Days from $7,590
Visit several small colorful settlements to learn more about the local cultures. Throughout the expedition, you will have plenty of opportunities to hike through the serene landscapes.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
Baffin Bay Secrets 2021
Paris to Paris
14 Days from $22,320
This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral will acquaint you with the secrets of the Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.
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Greenland Travel Deals
First views of Baffin Island
High Arctic Explorer
Resolute Bay to Kangerlussuaq
12 Days from $7,595
Explore the high Arctic on this 12-day expedition cruise aboard the ice-class Ocean Endeavour. Departing from Resolute Bay high in the Arctic Circle, you'll navigate the iconic fjords and rugged islands of the icy north before heading across wildlife-rich Baffin Bay towards Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. Enjoy hikes and opportunities to meet local communities.
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Arctic Reindeer
South & West Greenland and Disko Bay
Home of Vikings and Icebergs
11 Days from $6,095
Find yourself among some of the most magnificent sceneries in the world on this inspiring 11-day expedition through South and West Greenland! While sailing on the m/v Sea Spirit, admire icebergs the size of city blocks and soaring mountains. The juxtaposition of glittering icebergs and verdant hillsides in one scene may strike you as unreal.
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A caribou antler found while exploring Baffin Island
Fabled Lands Of The North: Greenland To Newfoundland
16 Days from $16,360
Glide among soaring icebergs at the mouth of the Ilulissat Icefjord, and ponder the remains of the 11th-century Viking village at L’Anse aux Meadows. Observe polar bears, caribou, arctic foxes, humpback and minke whales, walruses, and more in their natural habitat. Discovering spectacular fjords and cliffs on foot and by kayak and Zodiac.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
Baffin Bay Secrets 2021
Paris to Paris
14 Days from $22,320
This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral will acquaint you with the secrets of the Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.
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Iceberg near floe edge
Expedition to the Thule Region
Paris to Paris
17 Days from $26,690
Sail along the coastline of Baffin Bay, discovering the region of Thule, the mythical territory of the Far North. From the ice cap to the ice floes, via glaciers, icebergs and brash ice, sail through the Northern hemisphere’s largest ice producers.
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Wildlife Tours of Disko Bay

First views of Baffin Island
High Arctic Explorer
Resolute Bay to Kangerlussuaq
12 Days from $7,595
Explore the high Arctic on this 12-day expedition cruise aboard the ice-class Ocean Endeavour. Departing from Resolute Bay high in the Arctic Circle, you'll navigate the iconic fjords and rugged islands of the icy north before heading across wildlife-rich Baffin Bay towards Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. Enjoy hikes and opportunities to meet local communities.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
Out of the Northwest Passage
Kugluktuk to Kangerlussuaq
17 Days from $10,995
The Northwest Passage remains one of the world’s last true frontiers. Embark on the Ocean Endeavour for a 17-day Arctic cruise to the far reaches of the north. The crown jewel of Arctic expedition travel, a trip through the Northwest Passage leaves one forever changed.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
Into the Northwest Passage
Kangerlussuaq to Kugluktuk
17 Days from $10,995
Board the ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavor expedition ship on this 17-day Arctic cruise from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland through the legendary Northwest Passage. You'll encounter wildlife like polar bears, caribou, walrus, and musk ox, meet Inuit villagers in their coastal fishing towns, navigate around icebergs in zodiacs and trek across glaciers!
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First views of Baffin Island
Into the Northwest Passage
Kangerlussuaq to Disko Bay
14 Days from $6,390
This 14-day cruise aboard Ocean Atlantic begins in Kangerlussuaq in West Greenland, departing towards the Inuit land of Nunavut on Baffin Island, where Inuit have lived for millennia. You will also visit small settlements along the way while taking the stunning glaciers, fjords, and wildlife that highlight the area.
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Views of the Ilulissat Icefjord
Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic
Toronto to Toronto
17 Days from $14,495
Marvel at highlights of the Canadian Arctic and Greenland’s stunning west coast aboard the Ultramarine on a 17-day adventure cruise. Participate in included helicopter activities and take in the vast, pristine Arctic wilderness from the air during this trip.
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Houses of Greenland
The Northwest Passage – Iceland to Cambridge Bay
Reykjavik to Edmonton
19 Days from $19,027
From Reykjavik to Edmondton, this exciting 19-day expedition cruise aboard MS Fram takes you to some of the purest and most remote waters of the world, where nature prevails. Discover the unique beauty of the Arctic region sailing from Iceland to Cambridge Bay.
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq
Kangerlussuaq to Kangerlussuaq
8 Days from $8,910
Enjoy this micro tour of Greenland’s most coveted destinations on this 8-day round trip from Kangerlussuaq aboard the Silver Wind.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
Disko Bay Exploration - Ice, Whales & Mountains
Ilulissat to Ilulissat
8 Days from $7,590
Visit several small colorful settlements to learn more about the local cultures. Throughout the expedition, you will have plenty of opportunities to hike through the serene landscapes.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
Baffin Bay Secrets 2021
Paris to Paris
14 Days from $22,320
This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral will acquaint you with the secrets of the Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.
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Itilleq community visit
Essential Greenland: Southern Coasts and Disko Bay
Reykjavik to Reykjavik
15 Days from $10,495
Join the 15-day cruise aboard Ultramarine to experience the best that Greenland has to offer. You will visit historical sites and meet locals while enjoying the view of arctic wildlife.
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Polar bear balances on the ice in the Arctic
Wildlife Guide to Polar Regions
Which Polar region is home to penguins? Or how about those elusive narwhals? Before your travels, it will be helpful to learn more about the different species that inhabit the Polar regions of the Arctic and Antarctica. You may be surprised to learn the differences!
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Highlights of Disko Bay
The icescapes and rugged fjords that dominate coastal Greenland culminate in a unique environment that is home to hardy wildlife like are Arctic hares, musk oxen, Arctic foxes, reindeer, falcons, and eagles. 

Keep your eyes on the icy waters around you and you will likely see a majestic humpback whale breaching the surface. 

While you explore western Greenland & Disko Bay, you'll have opportunities to learn about how bold explorers first settled the land and how their ancestors have kept their way of life alive for generations.

Active explorers can hike across the glaciers and kayak among the icebergs. Zodiacs are another great way to take in the wondrous landscape that highlights the region.

Longer cruises of Greenland may also cross the Northwest Passage, visit Baffin Bay, and explore other top destinations in the Arctic.
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The Best Times to Visit Greenland
August-September is the high season for Greenland cruises as the weather is at its warmest and the days are becoming a little shorter.
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