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Discover the unspoiled beauty of Greenland's Arctic wilderness on a Wildlife Viewing Tour of Ilulissat. Over 29 trips are available for 2025 and 2026, offering you the chance to explore this remote region and catch glimpses of incredible wildlife including humpback whales, sea eagles, musk oxen, reindeer, walrus, and more. You can also observe polar bears in their natural habitat as they hunt for food or play with each other. Starting at $6,495, these year-round tours last from 8 to 29 days and feature experienced guides who will take you deep into the heart of Greenland. Ready to experience all that Ilulissat has to offer? Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists today and start planning your next seamless trip!
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from $12,290
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Disko Bay to Uummannaq - Icebergs, Whales and Inuit culture

10 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
Starts / Ends
Ilulissat / Ilulissat
Activity Level
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.
  • Explore the magnificent Disko Bay
  • Admire numerous gigantic icebergs
  • Enjoy the magical midnight sun
  • Great chance of seeing whales
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $13,790
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Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq – gems of the West Coast

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
Starts / Ends
Ilulissat / Narsarsuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 12-day M/S Balto cruise from Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq, exploring ancient history, cultural legends, and natural wonders, from icy northern landscapes to the green pastures and jagged mountains of the south.
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Visit Nuuk
  • Exploring Ikka fjord
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Rugged mountains of Greenland
from $18,573
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Icebergs and Islands of Greenland

10 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Ilulissat / Ilulissat
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore the icebergs and islands of Greenland on this 10-day trip. Experience stunning landscapes and unique wildlife, on this unforgettable adventure. Traverse icy waters, marvel at towering icebergs, and immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of Greenland's rugged terrain. This journey promises awe-inspiring moments and lasting memories.
  • See the Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Hike to Sermermiut Inuit settlement
  • Spot Wildlife in Disko Bay
  • Explore Qeqertarsuaq - Disko Island
  • Visit the Ilulissat Icefjord Center
  • Enjoy Ilimanaq Glacier Adventure
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Heli-Hiking in Greenland
from $8,695
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West Greenland Ice Odyssey: Glaciers and Icebergs

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Helicopter Tours, Biking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik, Iceland aboard the Ultramarine. Visit towns like Sisimiut and Ilulissat, each rich in culture. Glide past colossal glaciers and sculpted icebergs, with ample opportunities to spot wildlife.
  • Explore Reykjavik,Iceland's capital
  • Experience Disko Bay
  • Immerse in Qeqqata's local culture
  • Visit Sisimiut and go hiking
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Colourful houses in winter, Sisimiut
from $18,938
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Greenland Winter Adventure

9 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Ilulissat / Nuuk
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Northern Lights, Skiing, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience the icebergs and islands of Greenland with this captivating 9-day tour in Ilulissat and Sisimiut, ending in Nuuk. Traverse icy waters, marvel at towering icebergs, and immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of Greenland's rugged terrain and rich traditional practices.
  • Sail in the Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Witness the dancing Northern Lights
  • Enjoy a true dog-sledding adventure
  • Take a winter safari in Sisimiut
  • Learn local Greenlandic traditions
  • Sleep in a traditional igloo
  • Visit local artisan workshops
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Visit Greenland! frozen lake in Uummannaq, Greenland
from $16,195
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Wild Landscapes of West Greenland

Roundtrip Toronto - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Toronto
Activity Level
Variable
Join the 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, beginning in Nuuk, Greenland's northern capital. Beyond Nuuk, sparse settlements line the coast, reachable solely by air or sea. Traveling northward unveils isolated bays amidst sea ice, offering a lesser-explored realm of icebergs and potential whale sanctuaries.
  • Discover Sisimiut’s landmarks
  • Enjoy Qeqertarsuaq landscapes
  • Traverse Uummannaq’s scenic trails
  • Visit Upernavik’s open-air museum
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
from $21,795
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
Starts / Ends
Calgary / Reykjavik
Activities
Adventure Options, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on this 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, starting in Calgary, and journey through Canada's High Arctic and Greenland. Explore stunning regions like Beechey Island, Radstock Bay, and Arctic Bay. Cruise through Smith Sound before arriving in Greenland, where you’ll visit Qaanaaq, Uummannaq, and the Ilulissat Icefjord.
  • Explore Beechey Island’s graves
  • Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
  • Visit Arctic Bay
  • Marvel at calving icebergs
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $16,980
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Canadian Arctic & Northern Lights

17 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Halifax
Activity Level
Variable
Join the SH Vega for a 17-day Northern Canada Discovery cruise to learn the cultures, art, and wildlife of the magical Arctic while exploring its stunning landscapes. Start at Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and cruise all the way to Halifax, Nova Scotia.
  • Explore Iluissat, a UNESCO Site
  • Visit charming Sisimiut
  • Admire Nuuk’s natural beauty
  • Hike Silvia Grinnell Park
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
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Camp Kiattua kayaking activity
from $24,795
NO SS
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The Northwest Passage (Westbound)

Toronto - Calgary - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Calgary
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer, starting with a flight to Nuuk. Explore stunning landscapes, Inuit communities, and the Northwest Passage, concluding your adventure in Cambridge Bay before flying to Calgary.
  • Explore Sisimiut’s Inuit culture
  • Discover Pond Inlet’s heritage
  • Experience Port Leopold’s landscape
  • Visit uninhabited Devon Island
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A towering iceberg drifts in Disko Bay
from $6,595
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Disko Bay

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise in Greenland aboard the Ocean Albatros, immersing yourself in Arctic summer. Witness colossal icebergs, engage with locals, delve into Inuit culture, and behold the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ilulissat Icefjord.
  • Experience Qeqertarsuaq
  • Discover Uummannaq
  • Witness Eqip Sermia Glacier
  • Explore Sisimiut
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A caribou antler found while exploring Baffin Island
from $18,571
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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic adventure from Iceland to Newfoundland. Explore Reykjavík and Flatey Island, cross the Denmark Strait, and cruise through Greenland's stunning fjords. Visit Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows, witness breathtaking Arctic wildlife, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Labrador Coast.
  • Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Cross the Denmark Strait
  • Spot wildlife in Davis Strait
  • Discover Newfoundland’s fjords
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $14,495
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Into the Northwest Passage

Kangerlussuaq - Kugluktuk, NU - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Kugluktuk
Activity Level
Variable
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!
  • Visit ancient sites and villages
  • Meet the stunning Arctic wildlife
  • Experience Inuit culture first hand
  • Explore the Ilulissat Icefjord
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Kayaking and Zodiac Cruising in Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland
from $50,995
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Anchorage
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
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.
  • Explore Ilulissat’s glaciers
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Inuit culture
  • Visit the historic Herschel Island
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $44,395
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Anchorage
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 29-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle through the Northwest Passage, inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey. Experience Arctic Canada's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and local cultures while navigating challenging pack ice.
  • Explore Sisimiut's history
  • Discover Ilulissat’s Icefjord
  • Cruise the waters of Greenland
  • Visit Pond Inlet Inuit community
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
from $11,680
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Greenland In Depth

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Explore on a 12-day Greenland discovery cruise aboard SH Vega. Learn more about the way of life in West Greenland.
  • Learn history of the Arctic people
  • Admire the sparkling icebergs
  • Capture huge narwhal pods
  • Explore turbulent history Vikings
  • Marvel at Sirmilik National Park
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $24,795
NO SS
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The Northwest Passage (Eastbound)

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Calgary / Toronto
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 16-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Canadian Arctic and Greenland, starting in Calgary and flying to Cambridge Bay. Enjoy wildlife sightings and Inuit heritage before concluding your journey in Nuuk and flying to Toronto.
  • Explore Cambridge Bay’s landscapes
  • Visit Point Zenith’s coastal cliffs
  • Experience Pond Inlet Inuit culture
  • Walk Sisimiut’s streets
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First views of Baffin Island
from $9,995
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Baffin Island and Greenland: Circling the Midnight Sun

Iqaluit, NU - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
Starts / Ends
Iqaluit / Kangerlussuaq
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Journey through the Arctic on this 14-day Baffin Island and Greenland cruise from Nunavut to Greenland aboard Ocean Nova. Sail through Frobisher Bay, visit Inuit communities, marvel at Ilulissat Icefjord, and explore the rugged landscapes of Baffin Island and Western Greenland. Hike tundra trails and witness breathtaking wildlife.
  • Sail through Frobisher Bay
  • Discover Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Cross the Davis Strait
  • Spot polar bears & whales
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Explore Kangerlussuaq
from $8,995
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Complete West Greenland

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Nuuk
Activities
Hiking, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 10-day Arctic expedition to West Greenland aboard Ocean Albatros. Experience Arctic wildlife, ancient Inuit culture, and modern Greenlandic life as you explore remote towns, towering glaciers, and fjords on this once-in-a-lifetime voyage.
  • Explore Sisimiut’s heritage
  • Witness Disko Bay’s icebergs
  • Visit Ilulissat’s Icefjord
  • Explore Uummannaq
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