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Embark on a journey to the majestic waters of Greenland, where the art of whale watching is woven into 47 extraordinary tours for 2025-2026. Greenland's vast and icy seas are a sanctuary for the gentle giants of the deep, offering a spectacle that resonates with the rhythm of nature. Over the course of 10 to 29 days, you will have the chance to engage with the serene beauty of whale watching, complemented by activities such as hiking, village visits, and wildlife viewing in some of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Starting at $5,150, these tours invite you to immerse yourself in the tranquility of Greenland's natural wonders and connect with the culture of its people. To begin crafting your own tale of Arctic adventure, contact one of Adventure Life's Greenland specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Visit Greenland! frozen lake in Uummannaq, Greenland
$21,695
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Wild Landscapes of West Greenland

Roundtrip Toronto - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Sisimiut
  • Discover Qeqertarsuaq
  • Visit Upernavik
  • Witness Ataa Sund
  • Experience Uummannaq
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Toronto
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise to and from Toronto aboard the Sylvia Earle. Your journey begins in Nuuk, Greenland's northernmost capital, marking the inhabited region on the west coast of the world's largest island. Outside Nuuk, sparse settlements dot the coastline with limited …
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Stunning views from your zodiac cruise
$7,450
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe massive icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise sails waters filled with breathtaking scenery. The expedition passes through areas that are home to seals, seabirds, whales, and polar bears, topped off with nighttime viewing of the Northern Lights. Each day, explore stunning arctic landscapes with …
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Enormous tabular icebergs dominate the Arctic landscape
$8,195
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

East Greenland - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Tour Whale Iceland Museum
  • Explore Greenland's fjords & peaks
  • Spot Arctic's wildlife animals
  • Observe dancing Northern Lights
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Ittoqqortoormiit
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Iceland's capital, Reykjavik, serves as the starting point for this 12-day Arctic expedition. Visit the city's most recognizable landmark, the Hallgrmskirkja church. Navigate north via the Denmark Strait to East Greenland, keeping a lookout for huge whales and large seabird colonies. …
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Beautiful artic mountains at sunset.
$9,495
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Greenland & Wild Labrador

15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Cross the Arctic Circle by sea
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Hike Torngat Mtns National Park
  • Search for polar bears & eagles
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This extraordinary 15-day sailing trip showcases staggering geographic diversity. Set out along the western coast of Greenland, calling at Nuuk, one of the world’s northernmost capital cities, and exploring the many fjords for which the area is famed. Across the Davis Strait in Canada, visit …
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Exploring Greenland
$22,295
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Jewels of the Arctic

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Golden Circle route
  • Discover East Greenland
  • Encounter Svalbard
  • Explore Greenland
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Oslo aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover Svalbard's realm of perpetual daylight, where thrilling encounters with polar bears, walruses on sea ice, and echoing guillemot cries create unforgettable moments. In East Greenland, sail through …
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
$13,790
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Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq – gems of the West Coast

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Visit Nuuk
  • Exploring Ikka fjord
Starts / Ends:
Ilulissat / Narsarsuaq
Activities:
Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 12-day cruise from Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq aboard the M/S Balto, rich with ancient history, cultural legends, and natural wonders! Experience humpback feeding grounds, Norse history, Inuit culture, and geological marvels as you travel from the icy north to the green pastures and jagged …
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Exploring Greenland
$19,695
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Encounter Svalbard
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Enjoy viewing wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover Svalbard's realm of perpetual daylight, where thrilling encounters with polar bears, walruses on sea ice, and echoing guillemot cries create unforgettable moments. In East Greenland, sail through …
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Exploring Greenland
$7,750
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East and South Greenland Explorer

Akureyri - Narsarsuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Akureyri’s scenic landscape
  • Sail Denmark Strait’s icy waters
  • Discover Tasiilaq’s vibrant history
  • Spot wildlife in Timmiarmiut
Starts / Ends:
Akureyri / Narsarsuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius from Akureyri through the wild fjords of East Greenland, filled with historical and natural wonders. Discover northern birdlife, potential whale sightings, and the first sight of Greenland’s icy Blosseville coast. Sail south to experience some …
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Rugged mountains of Greenland
$18,433
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Icebergs and Islands of Greenland

10 Day Itinerary
  • See the Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Hike to Sermermiut Inuit settlement
  • Spot Wildlife in Disko Bay
  • Explore Qeqertarsuaq - Disko Island
  • Visit the Ilulissat Icefjord Center
  • Enjoy Ilimanaq Glacier Adventure
Starts / Ends:
Ilulissat / Ilulissat
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Discover the breathtaking icebergs and islands of Greenland on an extraordinary 10-day trip in Disko Bay. This customizable adventure is designed to fully immerse you in stunning scenery and unforgettable experiences that promise awe-inspiring moments and lasting memories. Traverse icy waters, …
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Luxury camp in Nuuk Fjord from afar
$10,041
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Nuuk Adventure: Camp Kiattua

Small Group Tour - 4 Day Itinerary
  • Take a waterfall hike near the camp
  • Enjoy BBQ in the wilderness
  • Visit Kapisillit's Settlement area
  • Go for a deep-sea fishing trip
  • Go kayaking or swim in the ice
  • Stay in a remote camp outside Nuuk
Starts / Ends:
Nuuk / Nuuk
Activities:
Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Prepare for an unforgettable 4-day Nuuk adventure at Camp Kiattua, Greenland, where nature and excitement converge. Camp Kiattua is a secluded, remote retreat area outside Nuuk and a prime spot for Arctic activities. Begin with a thrilling cruise to Camp Kiattua aboard an open zodiac boat. Once …
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Northern lights - Aurora borealis
$11,000
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East and South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. flight from Narsarsuaq to Copenhagen

Longyearbyen - Narsarsuaq - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s history
  • Sail through Foster Bay
  • Traverse Kaiser Franz Josef Fjord
  • Explore Antarctic Sound’s islands
  • Discover Thule dwellings
  • Bathe in Uunartoq’s hot springs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Narsarsuaq
Activities:
Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 21-day East and South Greenland Explorer cruise aboard the MV Plancius. Start in Longyearbyen, exploring the former mining town. Sail through Isfjorden, spotting minke whales. Witness East Greenland sea ice and visit Foster Bay, home to musk oxen and geese. Journey through fjords, …
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Kangerlussuatsiaq, Greenland
$18,395
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Toronto
  • Discover Greenland
  • Visit Nuuk
  • Explore Canada's High Arctic
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Calgary
Activities:
Adventure Options, Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard the Ultramarine, tracing the footsteps of the Franklin Expedition in the Northwest Passage and exploring the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland. Discover vibrant Inuit communities, hike the colorful tundra, and encounter the region's …
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Zodiac cruising near a Greenlandic glacier
$9,945
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In the Wake of Eric the Red

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Ikateq's WWII history
  • Discover Tasiilaq's traditions
  • Navigate Kuummiut's calm fjords
  • Sail into Skjoldungen's beauty
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Albatros, retracing the maritime route of Norse settlers over a millennium ago. Your journey begins in East Greenland, exploring the rugged shores, Tunumiit culture in towns like Tasiilaq and Kuummiut, delving into modern history …
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The shores of Prince Christian Sound
$9,945
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In the Wake of Eric the Red

Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Kangerlussuaq wilderness
  • Discover Kangaamiut traditions
  • Experience Sermilik glacier-filled
  • Visit Aappilattoq village
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 12-day expedition cruise through the fjords of West Greenland aboard the Ocean Albatros, taking you on a journey back in time. Starting in the lush landscapes of South Greenland, the very region that inspired the island's famous name, visit historic sites like Brattahlid, Erik the …
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
$5,300
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South and East Greenland Explorer

Narsarsuaq - Keflavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Bratthalid’s ancient past
  • Soak in Uunartoq’s warm springs
  • Visit Lichtenau’s quaint village
  • Sail East Greenland’s glacial water
Starts / Ends:
Narsarsuaq / Keflavik International Airport
Activities:
Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise from Narsarsuaq to Keflavik aboard the MV Plancius. Begin in Narsarsuaq and explore Bratthalid, once home to Erik the Red. Next, visit the nearly abandoned village of Lichtenau, with its preserved 18th-century mission buildings, and enjoy a dip in Uunartoq's natural …
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
$5,150
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South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. Flight from Copenhagen to Narsarsuaq

Narsarsuaq - Keflavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Discover Lichtenau
  • Encounter traditional hunters
  • Venture into Igutsait
Starts / Ends:
Narsarsuaq / Keflavik International Airport
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a thrilling 10-day South Greenland Explorer cruise from Narsarsuaq to Keflavik aboard MV Plancius, starting with a flight from Copenhagen. Explore Erik the Red's historic home, soak in Uunartoq's hot spring, and marvel at the stunning Prins Christian Sund. Encounter local life in …
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Iceberg near floe edge
$18,760
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Expedition to the Thule Region

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Sail between the ice floes
  • Discover traditional villages
  • Explore the wildlife of Arctic
  • See the largest icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
From Kangerlussuaq, set off aboard L’Austral on a 17-day expedition cruise to the far reaches of the planet. North of the Baffin Sea, in the region of Thule, experience a tricky but spectacular sail between drifting icebergs and sheets of ice floe. From Greenland's west coast with its …
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Kuummiut in the East Greenland
$9,590
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East Greenland and the mighty fjords around Sermilik

10 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
  • Experience Tasiilaq
  • Discover Kuummiut
  • Venture to Ikateq fjord
  • Witness Karale and Knud Rasmussen
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Keflavik International Airport
Activities:
Hiking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise aboard the MS Balto and discover the beauty of East Greenland's wilderness, mountain ranges, majestic glaciers, diverse icebergs, and crystal-clear waters. Immerse yourself in the unique Inuit culture, learning about their traditions and heritage. Beyond a …
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