North America Whale Watching Cruises

Explore massive glaciers, kayak scenic coastlines, encounter incredible and varied wildlife, and see the hidden wonders of Alaska. This exclusive 8-day sailing adventure aboard the National Geographic Quest is crafted to offer you the most in-depth experience of Alaska possible.

Explore Greenland’s Arctic coast on a 16-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Sail through Baffin Bay, Disko Bay, Sisimiut, Narsarsuaq, Qaqortoq, Prins Christian Sund, and Kujalleq Glacier. Spot polar bears, whales, seals, and icebergs while discovering Inuit culture, Viking history, fjords, and natural hot springs.

Explore Alaska on an 8-day cruise from Seward aboard Wilderness Explorer. Visit Icy Bay, Knight Island, Cordova, and Columbia Glacier. Travel through Prince William Sound with time for kayaking, skiff tours, and guided hikes in remote coastal landscapes shaped by glaciers and wildlife.

Explore a 16-day Alaska journey from Fairbanks to Juneau aboard Wilderness Adventurer. Travel inland to Denali National Park, visit Talkeetna, and learn about regional culture. Continue by sea through Tracy Arm, Glacier Bay, and Chichagof Island with opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing.

Set sail on a 14-day cruise from Seward to Juneau aboard the Wilderness Explorer, navigating remote waters and hidden bays rarely seen by others. This expedition follows the path of history's boldest explorers, embracing Alaska's wild, untamed spirit.

Sail 8 days from Juneau to Sitka aboard Wilderness Explorer. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, Tongass National Forest, and remote islands. Activities include hiking, kayaking, and skiff tours. Wildlife sightings may include whales, bears, and seabirds.

Visit historic Arctic communities, Franklin expedition sites, northern fjords, and Greenlandic coastal towns on this 14-day voyage from Qausuittuq, Nunavut, to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, aboard Ocean Nova. Sail through Lancaster Sound, Kane Basin, and Smith Sound, and see glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife along the route.

Embark on a 14-day Ultramarine expedition from Greenland to Newfoundland. Explore Ilulissat Icefjord, Torngat Mountains, and Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows. Experience Arctic and boreal environments, witness polar and boreal wildlife, and engage with Inuit and Greenlandic culture on a journey across North America’s north.

Embark on a 14-day Ultramarine expedition from Greenland to Newfoundland. Explore Ilulissat Icefjord, Torngat Mountains, and Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows. Experience Arctic and boreal environments, witness polar and boreal wildlife, and engage with Inuit and Greenlandic culture on a journey across North America’s north.

Experience a 15-day journey from Tacoma to Tacoma aboard American Constitution, exploring Mount Rainier, Olympic National Park, San Juan Islands, Victoria, and Puget Sound. Discover local landscapes, Indigenous heritage, maritime history, wildlife, and coastal communities through guided hikes, museum visits, scenic drives, and cultural excursions.