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Embark on a journey to the heart of Greenland's capital, Nuuk, with our 28 extraordinary whale-watching tours for 2026-2027. Nuuk, a city where modern life meets ancient culture, offers a unique vantage point to observe the majestic dance of whales amidst icebergs and fjords. Our tours provide an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature and witness the awe-inspiring marine life that thrives in these Arctic waters. Over the course of 5 to 29 days, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Greenland, from the deep fjords to the vibrant communities that dot the coastline. Starting at $7,195, these tours are not just a passage through icy waters but a gateway to understanding the delicate balance of life in the Arctic. To set sail on an unforgettable whale-watching adventure, contact one of Adventure Life's Greenland specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Hallgrimskirkja Church in Reykjavik
from $11,595
EBD $2000
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South Greenland: Exploring Glaciers, Fjords and Viking Culture

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Discover Ikersuaq fjords
  • Trace Norse history
  • Cruise Prins Christian Sund
  • Trek through Uunartoq
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Camping, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik to Nuuk aboard Ultramarine and explore glaciers, fjords, Norse ruins, hot springs, colorful villages, and dramatic Arctic coastlines. Experience hiking, Zodiac rides, wildlife viewing, and historic sites such as Hvalsey and Qassiarsuk while discovering Greenland’s culture, landscapes, and communities.
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Hikers in Kapisillit
from $10,251
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Nuuk Adventure: Camp Kiattua

Small Group Tour - 4 Day Itinerary
  • Take a waterfall hike near the camp
  • Enjoy BBQ in the wilderness
  • Visit Kapisillit's Settlement area
  • Go for a deep-sea fishing trip
  • Go kayaking or swim in the ice
  • Stay in a remote camp outside Nuuk
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Nuuk / Nuuk
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Fishing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
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Variable
Set out on a 4-day Nuuk adventure at the remote Camp Kiattua, ideal for activities in the Arctic. Take an open-air Zodiac boat ride to start the adventure, then hike to a nearby waterfall. Enjoy the wilderness and a boat trip to Kapisillit. Try deep-sea fishing, hike to Nuuk's ice fjord, kayak through ice, and swim with icebergs for a unique experience
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $19,780
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Arctic Spring: A Journey Through Ice and Inuit Culture

Nuuk Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore colorful Nuuk
  • Spot humpback whales
  • See Inuit culture
  • Visit Disko Island
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Nuuk / Nuuk
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Variable
Sail aboard Le Commandant Charcot through Greenland’s icy wilderness. Visit Nuuk, Disko Bay, Disko Island, Sisimiut, and Baffin Bay. Witness glaciers, wildlife, and colorful Inuit towns on this polar exploration cruise aboard a cutting-edge luxury icebreaker. Experience Arctic nature and culture up close in one unforgettable journey.
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A towering iceberg drifts in Disko Bay
from $12,800
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Northern Lights Cruise from Greenland to Canada

Nuuk Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore vibrant Nuuk culture
  • Visit UNESCO Disko Bay
  • Enjoy Sisimiut cultural experience
  • Sail historic Bellot Strait
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Nuuk / Nuuk
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Variable
Sail through Greenland and the Canadian Arctic on a 16-day cruise aboard SH Vega. Explore Nuuk, Disko Bay, Pond Inlet, and Beechey Island. Experience Inuit culture, towering glaciers, and rare Arctic wildlife.
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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
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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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First views of Baffin Island
from $16,990
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Baffin Island: Exploring Canada’s Wild Arctic Frontier

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore rugged Baffin fjords
  • Search iconic Arctic wildlife
  • Cruise scenic Nuuk coastline
  • Navigate the remote Davis Strait
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Sail from Reykjavík to Canada’s High Arctic on a 13-day expedition aboard National Geographic Resolution. Navigate Baffin Island’s fjords, search for wildlife, and explore remote landscapes shaped by ice, cliffs, and ancient culture. The flexible route maximizes time in glaciers, bays, and rugged coastal terrain.
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Hallgrimskirkja Church in Reykjavik
from $7,195
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Greenland Explorer

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Meet local communities in Greenland
  • Crossing the Denmark Strait
  • Learn Inuit traditions
  • Discover Nuuk culture
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
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Variable
During this 12-day Arctic adventure, sailing from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Victory. Explore pristine fjords, towering glaciers, and remote villages while engaging with Inuit culture. Cruise through Denmark Strait, Prins Christian Sund, and Evighedsfjorden, witnessing polar wildlife including whales and seabirds.
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Houses of Greenland
from $11,500
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Cruise from Greenland to Canada

Nuuk to Halifax - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Cruise Eternity Fjord glacier
  • Explore Nuuk’s cultural landmarks
  • Step inside Viking longhouses
  • Spot walrus, belugas, polar bears
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Nuuk / Halifax
Activities
Northern Lights
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Variable
Sail from Nuuk to Halifax on a 15-day cruise aboard SH Vega. Navigate the icy fjords of Greenland, meet Inuit communities, visit Norse ruins, and explore wild Canadian coastlines. Spot polar bears, whales, seabirds, and glaciers while discovering remote Arctic history, nature, and culture across Greenland, Labrador, and Newfoundland.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $13,895
EBD $2000
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West Greenland: Discovering Massive Icebergs and Inuit Communities

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cruise Eternity Fjord amid cliffs
  • See Sisimiut’s Arctic culture
  • Hike Itilleq Fjord
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Set sail on an 11-day expedition from Reykjavík, Iceland, to Greenland aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore Eternity Fjord, Sisimiut, Eqip Sermia Glacier, and Ilulissat Icefjord. Cruise past towering glaciers, encounter Arctic wildlife, visit remote Inuit towns, and enjoy Zodiac excursions, hiking, and cultural experiences throughout Greenland’s dramatic eastern and northern coasts.
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A towering iceberg
from $18,495
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Into the Northwest Passage

Nuuk - Kugluktuk - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cruise the Sisimiut Coast
  • Witness Ilulissat’s massive iceberg
  • Discover Devon Island’s tundra
  • Sail through Bellot Strait
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Nuuk / Kugluktuk
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Variable
Set sail on this 17-day Into the Northwest Passage cruise aboard Ocean Victory. Explore Ilulissat Icefjord, Devon Island, and historic Beechey Island. Witness incredible wildlife, from polar bears and muskoxen to narwhals and belugas. Cruise among towering glaciers, sail through Bellot Strait and discover the fascinating history of Arctic explorers.
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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
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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 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
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Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
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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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Stunning landscapes in Prince Christian Sound
from $8,995
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Iceland to Greenland: In the Wake of the Vikings

Reykjavik - Nuuk - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Spot whales in Denmark Strait
  • Discover Southeast Greenland fjords
  • Visit Viking ruins at Brattahlíð
  • Hike in stunning Sermersooq
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Reykjavik / Nuuk
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Iceland to Greenland: In the Wake of the Vikings cruise aboard the Ocean Nova. Follow the path of the Vikings, sail through the Denmark Strait, and explore the pristine fjords of Southeast Greenland. Witness Arctic wildlife, towering icebergs, and historic sites like Brattahlíð, the former home of Erik the Red.
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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
  • 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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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
from $9,995
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Heart of the Arctic

Kangerlussuaq - Iqaluit, NU - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Sail through stunning fjords
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Spot polar bears ands whales
  • Discover Viking history
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Kangerlussuaq / Iqaluit
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day Heart of the Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Nova. Explore dramatic fjords, witness calving glaciers, and cross the Arctic Circle under the northern lights. Visit communities like Nuuk, Kinngait, and Salluit, where Inuit traditions thrive. Cruise by Zodiac to remote islands teeming with polar bears, walruses, and seabirds.
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Houses of Greenland
from $13,995
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Nuuk culture
  • Visit Torngat Mountains
  • Walk Norse settlement
  • Explore Labrador coast
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Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 15-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq to St. John’s aboard Ocean Victory. Visit Nuuk, cross Davis Strait, explore Torngat Mountains National Park, step ashore at Hebron, meet Nunatsiavut communities, see the Labrador coast, and walk among the archaeological sites at L’Anse aux Meadows.
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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
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Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
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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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Get a close up view of the Greenland ice sheet
from $22,595
EBD $2000
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West Greenland: Exploring the Far North

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cross Arctic Circle
  • Discover Disko Bay
  • Experience Qaanaaq culture
  • Walk Ilulissat Icefjord
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science, Biking
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Variable
Sail on a 16-day Arctic cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Explorer. Experience Greenland’s remote communities, stunning fjords, drifting icebergs, active glaciers, and rich Inuit culture. Visit Ilulissat Icefjord, Uummannaq, Qaanaaq, Eqip Sermia, Disko Bay, and Sisimiut while exploring landscapes shaped by sea, ice, and tradition.
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