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Experience the wonders of the remote and breathtaking destination of Ilulissat in Greenland with Adventure Life's array of 24 small ship cruises available for 2026. Sail through the majestic Disko Bay, filled with towering icebergs and unique wildlife, while immersing yourself in the local Inuit culture. Explore ancient sites, quaint villages, and dramatic fjords while learning about the fascinating history and traditions of the area. Participate in activities like kayaking alongside arctic wildlife, hiking on stunning glaciers, and enjoying cultural welcomes in charming communities. Whether you're marveling at the tundra or watching whales in their natural habitat, every moment promises to be an adventure. From the High Arctic Explorer to the Northwest Passage tours, each journey offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the heart of Greenland and Canada's Arctic with Adventure Life. Contact one of our tour specialists to plan your seamless expedition to this captivating destination.
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from $12,090
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Disko Bay to Uummannaq - Icebergs, Whales and Inuit culture

Ilulissat Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
  • Explore the magnificent Disko Bay
  • Admire numerous gigantic icebergs
  • Enjoy the magical midnight sun
  • Great chance of seeing whales
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Ilulissat / Ilulissat
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Variable
This relaxed 10-day expedition cruise roundtrip from Ilulissat aboard M/S Balto visits several small colorful settlements to immerse you in the local cultures. Throughout the expedition, enjoy opportunities to hike through the serene landscapes and sea views where you can spot wildlife like reindeer, foxes, and humpback, minke, and pilot whales.
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Ilulissat city in Greenland
from $11,390
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Treasure of the Greenland West Coast - Culture and contrasts

Ilulissat to Qaqortoq - 11 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
  • Explore Ikka Fjord formations
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Discover Nuuk cultural heritage
  • Explore Qaqortoq’s fjords
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Ilulissat / Qaqortoq
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Variable
Join this 11-day M/S Balto cruise from Ilulissat to Qaqortoq. Experience wildlife, glaciers, hot springs, and historical sites on this unforgettable expedition.
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Getting ready to kayak near a glacier
from $7,400
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Expedition to Greenland, land of Northern Lights

Nuuk Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Nuuk cultural landmarks
  • Cruise Evigheds Glacier fjord
  • Visit Qeqertarsuaq volcanic isle
  • Sail Disko Bay icebergs
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Relaxed
Sail through Greenland’s rugged fjords, striking glaciers, and Arctic towns on this 9-day expedition cruise aboard SH Vega. Explore Nuuk’s cultural landmarks, witness massive calving at Eqip Sermia Glacier, and navigate the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $8,395
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Greenland: Disko Bay & Ilulissat

Kangerlussuaq Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Sisimiut heritage
  • Cruise Disko Island
  • Approach Eqip Sermia
  • Walk Ilulissat Icefjord
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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Sail for 7 days from Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Victory, exploring Greenland’s west coast. Visit Sisimiut, Disko Island, Eqip Sermia Glacier, Ilulissat Icefjord, and the village of Itilleq. Experience Arctic history, Inuit culture, and dramatic ice-filled landscapes.
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Exploring Greenland
from $6,495
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Greenland: Disko Bay & Beyond

Kangerlussuaq Rountrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore historic Sisimiut town
  • Visit Uummannaq
  • Visit Itilleq village
  • Witness calving Eqip Glacier
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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey from Kangerlussuaq through Greenland’s most iconic sites aboard Ocean Albatros. Explore historic towns, dramatic glaciers, and colorful Arctic villages while discovering the country’s deep Inuit heritage and breathtaking wilderness.
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Musk Ox roaming the Northwest Passage
from $25,495
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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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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $18,995
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Out of the Northwest Passage

Kugluktuk - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Kugluktuk community life
  • Visit historic Beechey Island
  • Navigate Bellot Strait currents
  • Explore Ilulissat Icefjord glaciers
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Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq
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Variable
Embark on a 17-day Arctic expedition aboard Ocean Victory from Kugluktuk, Canada, to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. Visit Inuit communities, Beechey Island, and the Ilulissat Icefjord. Sail through Kitikmeot Region, Bellot Strait, Lancaster Sound, and Smith Sound while observing wildlife and Arctic landscapes.
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
from $18,495
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Out of the Northwest Passage

Kugluktuk - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore remote Kugluktuk, Nunavut
  • Witness Arctic wildlife
  • Sail historic Bellot Strait
  • Cross the Northwest Passage
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Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 17-day Out of the Northwest Passage from Nunavut to Greenland aboard the Ocean Victory. Sail through legendary waterways like Bellot Strait and Lancaster Sound. Hike tundra landscapes, Zodiac cruise among towering icebergs, and learn from expert guides about Arctic exploration and Indigenous traditions.
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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
  • Visit Qikiqtarjuaq Inuit community
  • Discover Northwest Passage history
  • Explore Ilulissat Icefjord landscap
  • Visit Maniitsoq Arctic town
Starts / Ends
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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Disko Bay
from $12,395
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West Greenland: Discovering Massive Icebergs and Inuit Communities

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Visit Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Discover Uummannaq Fjord
  • Explore Sisimiut Culture
  • Cruise Eternity Fjord
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Whale Watching, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science, Biking
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Greenland and Iceland aboard Ocean Explorer on an 11-day Arctic journey from Reykjavik to Nuuk. Discover Ilulissat Icefjord, Sisimiut, Disko Bay, and Uummannaq Fjord. Experience glaciers, wildlife, Inuit culture, and dramatic Arctic landscapes on this immersive expedition.
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A reindeer relaxes in the Arctic tundra
from $18,595
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Discover Northwest Passage
  • Visit Inuit communities
  • Cruise iceberg fjords
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities
Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Sail from Reykjavik on a 17-day Arctic expedition aboard Ultramarine. Fly to Kangerlussuaq, cross the Davis Strait, explore Baffin Island and the Northwest Passage, visit Inuit communities, cruise remote fjords, and discover West Greenland highlights including Ilulissat Icefjord and Maniitsoq.
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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
Northern Lights
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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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