Arctic
Canadian Arctic and Greenland
Arctic
Arctic
An extraordinary 13-day expedition voyage crossing Baffin Bay from Greenland to Nunavut. Discover colossal icebergs, High Arctic wildlife, and the history of the Northwest Passage guided by authentic Inuit perspectives.
Duration: 13 days / 12 nights on board.
Starts: Toronto, Canada
Ends: Ottawa, 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
Toronto, ON, Canada to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland.
Price: USD $1,550
Southbound Charter Flight
Resolute, NU, Canada to Ottawa, ON, Canada
Price: USD $1,300
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.
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.
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.
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 exploring the eastern gateway to the legendary Northwest Passage. The journey begins with a charter flight from Toronto to Kangerlussuaq, crossing the Arctic Circle to sail along the dramatic western coast of Greenland. Travelers explore the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord—home to Sermeq Kujalleq, one of Earth's fastest-moving glaciers—and the Sisimiut coast, where archaeological traces of successive Inuit cultures speak to over 4,500 years of adaptation.
Crossing Baffin Bay while scanning the decks for marine mammals and seabirds, the expedition enters Nunavut, Canada, to explore Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and uninhabited Devon Island. Guided by Inuit cultural educators and naturalists, guests board Zodiacs and embark on tundra walks to spot narwhals, belugas, polar bears, and walruses. The voyage features community visits to Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay), historic exploration history at Beechey Island, and concludes in Qausuittuq (Resolute) with a charter flight to Ottawa.
Highlights:
Cruising among giant drifting icebergs at the UNESCO World Heritage Ilulissat Icefjord.
Exploring Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound), a marine sanctuary rich in narwhal, beluga, and polar bear populations.
Historic visit to Beechey Island, the wintering camp of Sir John Franklin's 1845 expedition.
Authentic cultural immersion and community visits to Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay) and Qausuittuq (Resolute).
Guided exploration accompanied by local Inuit cultural educators and polar experts.
Day 1: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Cross the Arctic Circle to the sea
Board a charter flight from Toronto to Kangerlussuaq, set within a glacial valley between the Greenland Ice Sheet and the sea. Embark the expedition vessel and sail through Kangerlussuaq Fjord, crossing the Arctic Circle under the long High Arctic summer daylight.
Day 2: Sisimiut Coast
A landscape travelled for millennia
Discover the Sisimiut coast, an intricate maze of islands, deep fjords, and summer tundra. Join Zodiac cruises and nature walks to explore 4,500 years of human history, visiting archaeological traces left by successive Saqqaq, Dorset, and Thule cultures.
Day 3: Ilulissat
Where icebergs are born
Arrive in Ilulissat, situated beside the UNESCO World Heritage Ilulissat Icefjord. Marvel at Sermeq Kujalleq glacier and giant drifting icebergs in Disko Bay. Explore the vibrant Greenlandic town, local shops, and the Ilulissat Icefjord Centre.
Day 4: Western Greenland
Among islands and moving ice
Cruise the intricate fjords and channels of northwest Greenland. Search for seabird breeding colonies on steep cliffs and admire colossal drifting icebergs carried by the West Greenland Current during Zodiac excursions and tundra walks.
Day 5: At Sea
Across the Great Northern Bay
Sail across Baffin Bay between Greenland and Nunavut, Canada. Attend onboard presentations, interactive workshops, and discussions hosted by Inuit cultural educators, historians, and naturalists while watching for whales, seals, and seabirds from the decks.
Day 6-10: Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and Devon Island, NU, Canada
Where the passage opens
Spend five days exploring Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound), Canada's National Marine Conservation Area at the eastern entrance to the Northwest Passage. Watch for narwhals, belugas, bowhead whales, walruses, and polar bears by ship, Zodiac, and shore. Explore the vast polar deserts and glacial valleys of Devon Island.
Day 11: Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay)
A warm welcome in the High Arctic
Visit Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay), nestled within a natural amphitheater on northern Baffin Island. Spend meaningful time with Inuit residents, learning about their daily life, Inuktitut language, traditional carving, sewing, and enduring relationship with Tallurutiup Imanga.
Day 12: Beechey Island
In the wake of Franklin
Land at Beechey Island, a poignant historic site where Sir John Franklin's 1845 expedition wintered before attempting the passage. View the historical graves and camp remains while learning about search expeditions and the vital role of Inuit testimony.
Day 13: Qausuittuq (Resolute), NU, Canada
At a crossroads of the High Arctic
Disembark in Qausuittuq (Resolute) on Cornwallis Island, a historic center for Arctic research and travel. Transfer to the airport for your southbound charter flight to Ottawa, where your expedition concludes.
Day 1: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Cross the Arctic Circle to the sea
Board a charter flight from Toronto to Kangerlussuaq, set within a glacial valley between the Greenland Ice Sheet and the sea. Embark the expedition vessel and sail through Kangerlussuaq Fjord, crossing the Arctic Circle under the long High Arctic summer daylight.
Day 2: Sisimiut Coast
A landscape travelled for millennia
Discover the Sisimiut coast, an intricate maze of islands, deep fjords, and summer tundra. Join Zodiac cruises and nature walks to explore 4,500 years of human history, visiting archaeological traces left by successive Saqqaq, Dorset, and Thule cultures.
Day 3: Ilulissat
Where icebergs are born
Arrive in Ilulissat, situated beside the UNESCO World Heritage Ilulissat Icefjord. Marvel at Sermeq Kujalleq glacier and giant drifting icebergs in Disko Bay. Explore the vibrant Greenlandic town, local shops, and the Ilulissat Icefjord Centre.
Day 4: Western Greenland
Among islands and moving ice
Cruise the intricate fjords and channels of northwest Greenland. Search for seabird breeding colonies on steep cliffs and admire colossal drifting icebergs carried by the West Greenland Current during Zodiac excursions and tundra walks.
Day 5: At Sea
Across the Great Northern Bay
Sail across Baffin Bay between Greenland and Nunavut, Canada. Attend onboard presentations, interactive workshops, and discussions hosted by Inuit cultural educators, historians, and naturalists while watching for whales, seals, and seabirds from the decks.
Day 6-10: Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and Devon Island, NU, Canada
Where the passage opens
Spend five days exploring Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound), Canada's National Marine Conservation Area at the eastern entrance to the Northwest Passage. Watch for narwhals, belugas, bowhead whales, walruses, and polar bears by ship, Zodiac, and shore. Explore the vast polar deserts and glacial valleys of Devon Island.
Day 11: Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay)
A warm welcome in the High Arctic
Visit Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay), nestled within a natural amphitheater on northern Baffin Island. Spend meaningful time with Inuit residents, learning about their daily life, Inuktitut language, traditional carving, sewing, and enduring relationship with Tallurutiup Imanga.
Day 12: Beechey Island
In the wake of Franklin
Land at Beechey Island, a poignant historic site where Sir John Franklin's 1845 expedition wintered before attempting the passage. View the historical graves and camp remains while learning about search expeditions and the vital role of Inuit testimony.
Day 13: Qausuittuq (Resolute), NU, Canada
At a crossroads of the High Arctic
Disembark in Qausuittuq (Resolute) on Cornwallis Island, a historic center for Arctic research and travel. Transfer to the airport for your southbound charter flight to Ottawa, where your 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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