Arctic
Canadian Arctic and Greenland
Arctic
Arctic
A 13-day expedition voyage navigating the Northwest Passage in reverse from Canada to Greenland. Discover historic Inuit sites, cruise among giant icebergs, and observe High Arctic wildlife across Baffin Bay.
Duration: 13 days / 12 nights on board.
Starts: Ottawa, Canada
Ends: Toronto, Canada
Language: English speaking voyage
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. Your Captain and Expedition Leader will make the necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.
Flights
Northbound Charter Flight
Ottawa, ON, Canada to Resolute, NU, Canada.
Price: $1,300 USD
Southbound Charter Flight
Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to Toronto, ON, Canada.
Price: $1,550 USD
Charter Flights More info about this activity
In departures with charter flights, part of the air transport segment is covered by the operation of the trip as part of the itinerary.
Check in the inclusions and exclusions of the program which air sections are included in your itinerary.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Embark on a High Arctic 13-day expedition voyage navigating in reverse from Nunavut, Canada, to the breathtaking western coast of Greenland. The journey begins with a charter flight from Ottawa to Qausuittuq (Resolute), a historic crossroads in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, before boarding the expedition vessel to sail into Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound). Cruising through this vast National Marine Conservation Area, guests join Zodiac excursions and tundra walks on Devon Island to observe High Arctic wildlife including narwhals, belugas, polar bears, and walruses alongside Inuit cultural educators.
The voyage honors the legacy of Arctic exploration with a poignant stop at Beechey Island, the 1845 wintering camp of Sir John Franklin's expedition, and offers meaningful cultural connections at the Inuit community of Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay). Crossing Baffin Bay, the expedition enters northwest Greenland, sailing through intricate fjords and marveling at giant icebergs drifting from Sermeq Kujalleq at the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. After exploring the ancient Sisimiut coast, the journey concludes along Kangerlussuaq Fjord before taking a charter flight to Toronto.
Highlights:
Navigating Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound), a rich marine sanctuary home to narwhals, belugas, and polar bears.
Historic landing at Beechey Island to view the 1845 Franklin expedition graves and search camp remains.
Cultural experience and community visit at Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay) on northern Baffin Island.
Cruising among monumental drifting icebergs at the UNESCO World Heritage Ilulissat Icefjord.
Guided insights provided by local Inuit cultural educators, historians, and polar naturalists.
Day 1: Qausuittuq (Resolute), NU, Canada
The North beckons
Arrive by charter flight from Ottawa in Qausuittuq (Resolute) on Cornwallis Island. Transfer by Zodiac to the expedition vessel and embark. Set sail as the historic waterways of Tallurutiup Imanga and the Northwest Passage open ahead.
Day 2: Beechey Island
In the wake of Franklin
Land at Beechey Island, a historic site where Sir John Franklin's 1845-1846 expedition wintered. View the graves of crew members, camp ruins, and stone structures left by search expeditions while learning about the vital role of Inuit testimony.
Day 3: Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay)
A warm welcome in the High Arctic
Visit Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay), held within a natural amphitheater on northern Baffin Island. Spend meaningful time with Inuit residents, learning about their culture, Inuktitut language, traditional carving, sewing, and life along Tallurutiup Imanga.
Day 4-8: Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and Devon Island
Where the passage opens
Spend five days exploring Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and Devon Island. Search for narwhals, belugas, bowhead whales, walruses, and polar bears during Zodiac cruises, ship navigation, and guided tundra walks across polar deserts.
Day 9: At Sea
Across the Great Northern Bay
Sail across Baffin Bay from the Canadian High Arctic toward Greenland. Attend onboard presentations, workshops, and discussions hosted by Inuit cultural educators and polar naturalists while scanning the ocean for seabirds and marine mammals.
Day 10: Western Greenland
Among islands and moving ice
Navigate the deep fjords, narrow channels, and islands of northwest Greenland. Cruise by Zodiac among colossal icebergs carried by the West Greenland Current and enjoy shore walks across tundra brightened by summer wildflowers.
Day 11: Ilulissat
Where icebergs are born
Arrive in Ilulissat beside the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. Admire Sermeq Kujalleq, one of the world's most active glaciers, and its giant icebergs entering Disko Bay. Explore the town, local shops, and the Ilulissat Icefjord Centre.
Day 12: Sisimiut Coast
A landscape travelled for millennia
Discover the Sisimiut coast, an intricate seascape of deep fjords and colorful late-summer tundra. Join Zodiac cruises and hikes to explore 4,500 years of human history and archaeological traces of successive Inuit cultures.
Day 13: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
At the head of the great fjord
Sail down the long Kangerlussuaq Fjord, crossing the Arctic Circle toward Greenland's interior. Disembark and transfer to the airport for your southbound charter flight to Toronto, where the expedition concludes.
Day 1: Qausuittuq (Resolute), NU, Canada
The North beckons
Arrive by charter flight from Ottawa in Qausuittuq (Resolute) on Cornwallis Island. Transfer by Zodiac to the expedition vessel and embark. Set sail as the historic waterways of Tallurutiup Imanga and the Northwest Passage open ahead.
Day 2: Beechey Island
In the wake of Franklin
Land at Beechey Island, a historic site where Sir John Franklin's 1845-1846 expedition wintered. View the graves of crew members, camp ruins, and stone structures left by search expeditions while learning about the vital role of Inuit testimony.
Day 3: Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay)
A warm welcome in the High Arctic
Visit Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay), held within a natural amphitheater on northern Baffin Island. Spend meaningful time with Inuit residents, learning about their culture, Inuktitut language, traditional carving, sewing, and life along Tallurutiup Imanga.
Day 4-8: Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and Devon Island
Where the passage opens
Spend five days exploring Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and Devon Island. Search for narwhals, belugas, bowhead whales, walruses, and polar bears during Zodiac cruises, ship navigation, and guided tundra walks across polar deserts.
Day 9: At Sea
Across the Great Northern Bay
Sail across Baffin Bay from the Canadian High Arctic toward Greenland. Attend onboard presentations, workshops, and discussions hosted by Inuit cultural educators and polar naturalists while scanning the ocean for seabirds and marine mammals.
Day 10: Western Greenland
Among islands and moving ice
Navigate the deep fjords, narrow channels, and islands of northwest Greenland. Cruise by Zodiac among colossal icebergs carried by the West Greenland Current and enjoy shore walks across tundra brightened by summer wildflowers.
Day 11: Ilulissat
Where icebergs are born
Arrive in Ilulissat beside the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. Admire Sermeq Kujalleq, one of the world's most active glaciers, and its giant icebergs entering Disko Bay. Explore the town, local shops, and the Ilulissat Icefjord Centre.
Day 12: Sisimiut Coast
A landscape travelled for millennia
Discover the Sisimiut coast, an intricate seascape of deep fjords and colorful late-summer tundra. Join Zodiac cruises and hikes to explore 4,500 years of human history and archaeological traces of successive Inuit cultures.
Day 13: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
At the head of the great fjord
Sail down the long Kangerlussuaq Fjord, crossing the Arctic Circle toward Greenland's interior. Disembark and transfer to the airport for your southbound charter flight to Toronto, where the expedition concludes.
INCLUSIONS
Passage aboard the Ocean Victory.
Applicable taxes and credit card fees.
Special access permits, entry, and park fees.
Complimentary expedition jacket.
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.
1 GB complimentary internet access.
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 Wi-Fi access.
Porthole window
Two twin beds or double bed, plus sofa bed
Bathroom with a shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Desk and a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Close to mud room and loading platforms
Approximately 194–237 square feet (18–22 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
Porthole window
Double bed or two single beds
Bathroom with a shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Desk and a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 140–237 square feet (13–22 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
Floor-to-ceiling windows
French-style balcony
One queen size bed
Bathroom with a shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Desk with a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 151 square feet (14 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
Balcony
Double bed or twin beds
Bathroom with a shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Desk with a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 194–237 square feet (18–22 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
Balcony
Double bed or twin beds
Bathroom with a shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Seating area featuring a sofa, table, and chair
Optional connecting staterooms available upon request
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 237–269 square feet (22–25 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
Balcony
Double bed or two single beds
Bathroom with a shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Desk and a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 269–323 square feet (25–30 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
Large private balcony
Double bed or twin beds
Bathroom with a shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Desk and a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 280–344 square feet (26–32 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
Private balcony
Double bed or twin beds
Spacious bathroom with shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Sitting area with sofa bed
Desk and a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 388 square feet (36 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
Private balcony
Two-bedroom suite
Double bed or twin beds
Spacious bathroom with shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Sitting area with sofa bed
Desk and a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 452 square feet (42 m²)
Porthole window
Double bed
Bathroom with a shower
Selection of bath products (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and hair dryer
Bathrobes and slippers
Desk and a chair
Refrigerator
Private air conditioning
Television
Wi-Fi access (basic service included)
Several 230V outlets and USB ports
Safety box
Approximately 151 square feet (14 m²)
Cabin layout and size may vary
* 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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