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Northwest Passage Whale Watching Tours

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Herd of Arctic reindeer
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Polar Bear in the Arctic
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Early morning in Tasiilaq, East Greenland
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Embark on a remarkable journey through the fabled waters of the Northwest Passage, where 9 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 $12,800, 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 Trip Planners for help planning your next seamless trip.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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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Kayaking in 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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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 Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights
from $25,495
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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
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Calgary / Toronto
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Photography Seminars, Northern Lights
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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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Icebergs in Greenland
from $23,330
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In the Heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
  • Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Admire the enormous Smoking Hills
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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
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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.
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Houses of Greenland
from $32,299
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Journey Across The Northwest Passage

Anchorage - Reykjavik - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Sail Northwest Passage route
  • View Ilulissat’s giant icebergs
  • Spot wildlife on Devon
  • Discover Cambridge Bay traditions
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Anchorage / Reykjavik
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Small Ship Sailing, Spa Relaxation
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Explore Arctic landscapes and remote cultures on a 25-day cruise aboard Seabourn Venture from Anchorage, Alaska, to Reykjavík, Iceland. Travel through the Northwest Passage, visit Inuit communities like Cambridge Bay and Pond Inlet, and stop in Greenland’s towns, including Nuuk and Ilulissat, known for their icebergs and colorful homes.
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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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Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking
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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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