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Embark on a remarkable journey through the fabled waters of the Northwest Passage, where 14 distinctive whale-watching tours await you in 2025. Here, the symphony of the ocean is punctuated by the majestic breach of whales, and each day spent in this remote passage is a tribute to the intrepid spirit of exploration. Over the course of 16 to 29 days, you will have the opportunity to witness the gentle giants of the deep in their natural habitat, an experience that is both humbling and exhilarating. These tours offer more than just whale watching; they are an invitation to explore ancient sites, immerse in Inuit culture, and observe a plethora of Arctic wildlife. With a starting point of $14,495, these voyages are not just trips, but passages through time, nature, and the very essence of adventure. To set sail on a voyage that transcends the ordinary and enters the realm of the extraordinary, contact one of Adventure Life's Northwest Passage specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
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Into the Northwest Passage

Kangerlussuaq - Kugluktuk, NU - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
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Kangerlussuaq / Kugluktuk
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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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Kangerlussuatsiaq, Greenland
from $18,395
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
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Reykjavik / Calgary
Activities
Helicopter Tours
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Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ultramarine, retracing the Franklin Expedition's path in the Northwest Passage. Explore the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland, discover Inuit communities, hike colorful tundra, and encounter diverse wildlife.
  • Explore Reykjavik’s capital
  • Encounter Maniitsoq archipelago
  • Discover Nuuk’s historic sites
  • Experience Pond Inlet’s culture
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A towering iceberg
from $23,995
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Into the Northwest Passage

Nuuk - Kugluktuk - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
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Nuuk / Kugluktuk
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Set sail on this 17-day Into the Northwest Passage cruise aboard Exploris One. 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.
  • Cruise the Sisimiut Coast
  • Witness Ilulissat’s massive iceberg
  • Discover Devon Island’s tundra
  • Sail through Bellot Strait
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
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The Northwest Passage (Westbound)

Toronto - Calgary - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
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Toronto / Calgary
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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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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
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Reykjavik / Calgary
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Adventure Options
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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.
  • Cruise through Greenland’s fjords
  • Spot wildlife at Creswell Bay
  • Hike around Cape Mercy
  • Explore Beechey Island
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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
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Toronto / Anchorage
Activities
Photography Seminars
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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.
  • 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
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Toronto / Anchorage
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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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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $24,795
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The Northwest Passage (Eastbound)

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
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Calgary / Toronto
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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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Colorful homes in Greenland
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Out of the Northwest Passage

Kugluktuk - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
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Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq
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Variable
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.
  • Travel the NW Passage Route
  • Enjoy Inuit hospitality
  • Visit Franklin Expedition graves
  • View Arctic wildlife
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
from $23,995
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Out of the Northwest Passage

Kugluktuk - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
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Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Embark on a 17-day Out of the Northwest Passage from Nunavut to Greenland aboard the Exploris One. 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.
  • Explore remote Kugluktuk, Nunavut
  • Witness Arctic wildlife
  • Sail historic Bellot Strait
  • Cross the Northwest Passage
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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
from $47,143
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High Arctic Archipelago: Canada and Greenland

24 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 24-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Endurance from Reykjavik to Greenland and the Canadian Arctic. Explore Greenland's west coast and navigate the historic Northwest Passage, encountering diverse wildlife and ancient Inuit settlements, offering a profound exploration of the Arctic's untamed wilderness and captivating history.
  • Venture into the Northwest Passage
  • Experience Sisimiut
  • Sail into Disko Bay
  • Explore Reykjavík
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $20,994
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Grand Greenland - Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Discover the beauty of Greenland and Iceland on this 21-day Grand Greenland – Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin cruise aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. Visit UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord, explore Uummannaq Fjord, and sail through remote Arctic regions. Witness polar wildlife, including whales, walruses, and polar bears.
  • Visit Nuuk’s colorful landmarks
  • Spot whales & icebergs in Disko Bay
  • Explore Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Visit Uummannaq
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Icebergs in Greenland
from $23,470
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In the Heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 20-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq aboard the L'Austral, exploring Baffin Bay and the Northwest Passage. Discover stunning Arctic landscapes, rich wildlife, and Inuit culture along the way.
  • Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
  • Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Admire the enormous Smoking Hills
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Kayaking
from $56,120
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Transarctic, the Quest for the two North Poles

Longyearbyen - Nome - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
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Longyearbyen / Nome
Activities
Kayaking
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Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 21-day transarctic quest for the two North Poles from Longyearbyen to Nome. Cross these ice-covered landscapes of the Arctic by sea and explore the research projects that are part of the scientific mission taking place on board.
  • Set sail through the ice floe
  • Exploration of Svalbard
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
  • Experience brand new activities
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