Arctic
Canadian Arctic and Greenland
Arctic
Arctic
A legendary 17-day journey through the world’s most famous maritime route. From the glaciers of Greenland to the historic islands of the Canadian Arctic, explore a realm of ice, wildlife, and Inuit heritage. Follow in the footsteps of iconic explorers while immersing yourself in the living culture of Northern communities.
Duration: 17 days / 16 nights
Starts: Toronto, Canada
Ends: Yellowknife, Canada
Language: English speaking voyage
Itinerary is an example; the exact route depends entirely on ice and weather conditions.
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Communities More info about this activity
The experience is not only about nature, but about the people who live in the places we visit.
We are always welcomed by the locals and respectfully wander around their towns and villages, shareing their lifestyle for a few moments.
Cultural shows and folcloric dances and arts are part of the hightlights of this encounters.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Kayaking More info about this activity
The experience of sea kayaking in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica or the Arctic is guaranteed to stir your soul.
Sea kayaking is one of the highlights for any Polar Traveller, providing ice and weather conditions are assessed as safe by your Expedition Team.
This activity requires previous kayaking experience.
This expedition is the culmination of polar exploration dreams: the crossing of the Northwest Passage. The journey begins in Greenland, sailing the immense Kangerlussuaq Fjord and visiting the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. As we cross the Davis Strait into Canadian waters, the ship transforms into a learning center where Inuit educators share knowledge on Arctic ecology, culture, and life, connecting travelers with the essence of Inuit Nunangat.
As we delve into the Arctic archipelago, we will visit history-steeped sites like Beechey Island, the wintering site of the tragic Franklin expedition, and navigate the Bellot Strait, the northernmost point of continental North America. In the Tallurutiup Imanga Marine Sanctuary, sightings of narwhals, belugas, and polar bears are the heart of the experience. The voyage culminates in the Kitikmeot region and Cambridge Bay, where millennia-old tradition meets modern scientific research, closing an unforgettable chapter in the "place of moving waters."
Highlights:
Sailing the Ilulissat Icefjord (UNESCO) and spotting giant icebergs.
Deep cultural immersion with the onboard team of Inuit ambassadors.
Exploration of Franklin expedition historical sites on Beechey Island.
Transit through the Bellot Strait, the northernmost continental passage.
Arctic wildlife sightings: narwhals, polar bears, muskoxen, and belugas.
Visit to the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS) in Cambridge Bay.
Day 1: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Crossing the Arctic Circle
Start of the journey following the charter flight from Toronto. Sailing through the 190-km Kangerlussuaq Fjord among mountains and turquoise glacial tongues as we cross the Arctic Circle.
Day 2–3: Sisimiut Coast
Meeting of Story and Stone
Zodiac exploration of islands and fjords. Encounter local culture and learn about the Saqqaq, Dorset, and Thule peoples who inhabited these lands 4,500 years ago.
Day 4: Ilulissat
Cruising Among Towering Icebergs
Visit the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. Walk the boardwalks facing the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier and visit the Icefjord Centre to grasp the magnitude of Arctic ice.
Day 5: Western Greenland
Hiking the Tundra
Exploring sheltered bays and narrow inlets. Shore landings to walk the tundra among mosses and late-summer flowers guided by Inuit experts.
Day 6: At Sea — Davis Strait
Learning in the Inuit Homeland
Ocean crossing day. Cultural workshops, Inuit games, and ecology talks while spotting humpback, minke whales, and seabirds from the deck.
Day 7–9: Tallurutiup Imanga and Devon Island, Canada
Where Life Gathers
Entering Lancaster Sound, a vital marine sanctuary. Searching for narwhals and belugas. On Devon Island, exploring archaeological remains and geology on the world’s largest uninhabited island.
Day 10: Beechey Island
Crossroads of Arctic History
Visit the National Historic Site where members of the Franklin expedition rest. A place to reflect on survival, Inuit knowledge, and the quest for the Passage.
Day 11: Ikirahaq (Bellot Strait)
At the Tip of North America
Navigating the narrow channel separating Somerset Island from the Boothia Peninsula. Observing swift currents and wildlife at the continent’s northernmost point.
Day 12–15: Kitikmeot Region
Heart of the Northwest Passage
Sailing west through silver-blue landscapes and drifting ice. Searching for muskoxen and caribou on the tundra following Amundsen’s route.
Day 16: Iqaluktuuttiaq (Cambridge Bay)
Tradition and Research
Visit this welcoming community on Victoria Island. Tour the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS) and meet local artists.
Day 17: Kugluktuk (Coppermine), Nunavut
Farewell from the Place of Moving Waters
Journey’s end at the western edge of Nunavut. Explore the community and transfer to the charter flight back to Yellowknife.
Day 1: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Crossing the Arctic Circle
Start of the journey following the charter flight from Toronto. Sailing through the 190-km Kangerlussuaq Fjord among mountains and turquoise glacial tongues as we cross the Arctic Circle.
Day 2–3: Sisimiut Coast
Meeting of Story and Stone
Zodiac exploration of islands and fjords. Encounter local culture and learn about the Saqqaq, Dorset, and Thule peoples who inhabited these lands 4,500 years ago.
Day 4: Ilulissat
Cruising Among Towering Icebergs
Visit the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. Walk the boardwalks facing the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier and visit the Icefjord Centre to grasp the magnitude of Arctic ice.
Day 5: Western Greenland
Hiking the Tundra
Exploring sheltered bays and narrow inlets. Shore landings to walk the tundra among mosses and late-summer flowers guided by Inuit experts.
Day 6: At Sea — Davis Strait
Learning in the Inuit Homeland
Ocean crossing day. Cultural workshops, Inuit games, and ecology talks while spotting humpback, minke whales, and seabirds from the deck.
Day 7–9: Tallurutiup Imanga and Devon Island, Canada
Where Life Gathers
Entering Lancaster Sound, a vital marine sanctuary. Searching for narwhals and belugas. On Devon Island, exploring archaeological remains and geology on the world’s largest uninhabited island.
Day 10: Beechey Island
Crossroads of Arctic History
Visit the National Historic Site where members of the Franklin expedition rest. A place to reflect on survival, Inuit knowledge, and the quest for the Passage.
Day 11: Ikirahaq (Bellot Strait)
At the Tip of North America
Navigating the narrow channel separating Somerset Island from the Boothia Peninsula. Observing swift currents and wildlife at the continent’s northernmost point.
Day 12–15: Kitikmeot Region
Heart of the Northwest Passage
Sailing west through silver-blue landscapes and drifting ice. Searching for muskoxen and caribou on the tundra following Amundsen’s route.
Day 16: Iqaluktuuttiaq (Cambridge Bay)
Tradition and Research
Visit this welcoming community on Victoria Island. Tour the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS) and meet local artists.
Day 17: Kugluktuk (Coppermine), Nunavut
Farewell from the Place of Moving Waters
Journey’s end at the western edge of Nunavut. Explore the community and transfer to the charter flight back to Yellowknife.
INCLUSIONS
Passage aboard the Ocean Victory
Applicable taxes and credit card fees
Complimentary expedition jacket
Special access permits, entry, and park fees
Expert expedition team
Guided activities
Sightseeing and community visits
All Zodiac excursions
Port fees
Pre-departure materials
Educational program
Interactive workshops
Evening entertainment
All shipboard meals
Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks are served with dinner
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
EXCLUSIONS
Commercial and charter flights
Program enhancements/optional excursions
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
Additional expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes
Possible fuel surcharges and administrative fees
Pre- and post-trip hotel accommodation
Kayak program
Premium internet access available at an additional cost
Single Stateroom (Porthole) - 14 m2
Standard single Stateroom onboard, located on deck 3. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
The standard single State Rooms all have a double bed and a bathroom. The State Rooms are located on deck 3. Please note the cabin layout and size may vary.
Triple Stateroom (Porthole) - 18-22 m2
There are four Triple Staterooms on board Ocean Albatros featuring portholes, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they\'re close to the mudroom and loading platforms.
Triple staterooms are normally with twin beds however a double bed can be accommodated while the a third is a single bed.
All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
The French Balcony Stateroom is a standard Stateroom with a French balcony, one queen-sized bed (150x200 cm), floor-to-ceiling windows, and a bathroom. All French Balcony Staterooms are located on Deck 7.
All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
Albatros Stateroom (Porthole) - 13-22 m2
The standard State Rooms all have a double bed or 2 single beds and a bathroom. The State Rooms are located on deck 3 and 4.
Please note the cabin layout and size may vary.
All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
Balcony Stateroom - app. 18-22 m2
This type of Stateroom on Ocean Albatros is located on decks 4 & 6. They have a balcony, a double bed or two single beds, a bathroom.
All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
Please note that the images of the cabins may differ from the actual cabins.
Balcony State Cabin 24 m2
The most abundant type of cabin on Ocean Victory, the Balcony State Cabins are located in decks 4 & 6. They have a private balcony, a double bed or two single beds, a bathroom with bathtub and a sofa that can be used as a bed for a child if traveling as a family. If you desire to book two cabins with connecting doors, this is also a possibility under this category.
Grand Balcony Stateroom - app. 25-30 m2
The Grand Balcony Staterooms are located on deck 4. They have a balcony, a double bed or two single beds, and a bathroom.
All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
Please note that the images of the cabins may differ from the actual cabins.
Balcony Suite approximately - 26-32 m2
Ocean Albatros has 2 Balcony Suites on board located on deck 6. The suites feature double or twin beds and a work desk, bathroom, and a large balcony. The balcony suites can host 2 people.
All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
Please note that the images of the cabins may differ from the actual cabins.
Junior suite - 36 m2
The 4 junior suites aboard Ocean Albatros have a great view from their location high up on the ship on deck 7.
The suites feature a double bed or twin beds, sofa bed, seating area, a spacious bathroom and a private balcony. The suite can accommodate up to 3 people.
All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
Please note that the images of the cabins may differ from the actual cabins.
Premium suite - 42 m2 – FS (Freydis Suite)
The largest of all the staterooms on board the Ocean Albatros is the Premium Suite. This 2-bedroom suite features a double bed (or twin beds), a sofa bed, table and chair, a balcony and a spacious bathroom. Located on deck.4.
All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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