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Venture to the Arctic with Adventure Life on one of these 15 extraordinary Northwest Passage hiking trips for 2024 and 2025. Follow in the footsteps of legendary explorers as you traverse through snow-covered tundra, rugged coastlines, and unspoiled wilderness. Get up close to glaciers calving into icy waters as your passionate guides share their knowledge about this fragile environment. Home to an array of wildlife like caribou, polar bears, and whales, this unique landscape captivates adventurers and explorers alike. Our Northwest Passage hiking trips start at $13,195, ensuring your safety, comfort, and enjoyment while revealing the beauty of this remarkable region in a responsible way. For help planning your next seamless trip, contact one of our Northwest Passage tour specialists.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
$14,495
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Into the Northwest Passage

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Visit ancient sites and villages
  • Meet the stunning Arctic wildlife
  • Experience Inuit culture first hand
  • Explore the Ilulissat Icefjord
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kugluktuk
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the heart of the Northwest Passage in comfort aboard the ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavour. On this 17-day journey, experience quaint villages, dramatic fjords, and calving glaciers of Greenland. Then, cross the Davis Strait, and pay respects at the Franklin Expedition graves at Beechey Island. …
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Musk Ox roaming the Northwest Passage
$13,295
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Canada’s Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage to Ellesmere and Axel Heiberg Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Experience the Canadian Arctic
  • Search for iconic Arctic wildlife
  • Enjoy flightseeing and heli landing
Starts / Ends:
Calgary / Calgary
Activities:
Adventure Options, Fly Cruises, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
On this exciting itinerary, follow the natural guides of sea and ice to showcase the region’s cultural, historic and geographic treasures, aiming to approach the farthest stretches of this rugged, rarely visited landscape. Ultramarine’s unprecedented range of adventure options, …
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Kayaking and Zodiac Cruising in Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland
$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
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Anchorage
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 29-day expedition from Toronto to Anchorage aboard the Greg Mortimer. Roald Amundsen's historic expedition inspires this itinerary as you navigate the Northwest Passage through Arctic Canada's intricate waterways. Journey west to the Beaufort Sea, visiting historic explorer …
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
$44,395
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Experience Qeqertarsuaq
  • Visit Beechey Island
  • Explore Sisimiut
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Anchorage
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 29-day expedition cruise from Toronto to Anchorage aboard the Sylvia Earle. Inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey, navigating the Northwest Passage's intricate waterways across Arctic Canada to the Beaufort Sea. Explore historic sites, encounter locals, and seek unique …
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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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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
$24,795
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Northwest Passage

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Experience Qeqertarsuaq
  • Visit Prince Leopold Island
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Explore Sisimiut
Starts / Ends:
Calgary / Toronto
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore a segment of the legendary Northwest Passage, a historic and captivating route cherished by early explorers like Franklin, Amundsen, and Larsen. Visit the resting places of these pioneers and discover Canada's High Arctic …
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Colorful homes in Greenland
$14,495
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Out of the Northwest Passage

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Travel the NW Passage Route
  • Enjoy Inuit hospitality
  • Visit Franklin Expedition graves
  • View Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a captivating 17-day Arctic expedition, beginning in Kugluktuk, Canada. Discover the enchanting Kitikmeot Region over the next three days, embracing its awe-inspiring landscapes and immersing yourself in the local culture. Witness the pristine beauty of Prince Regent Inlet on day five, …
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Kayaking
$52,980
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Transarctic, the Quest for the two North Poles

Nome - Longyearbyen - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Set sail through the ice floe
  • Exploration of Svalbard
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
  • Experience brand new activities
Starts / Ends:
Nome / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 21-day transarctic quest for the two North Poles from Nome to Longyearbyen. Set sail on a never-traveled transpolar maritime route that is inaccessible to traditional ships. From the legendary Bering Strait, a link between the East and the West, to the ice-covered …
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
$24,795
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Northwest Passage

Toronto - Calgary - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Experience Qeqertarsuaq
  • Visit Prince Leopold Island
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Explore Sisimiut
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Calgary
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore a segment of the legendary Northwest Passage, a historic and captivating route cherished by early explorers like Franklin, Amundsen, and Larsen. Visit the resting places of these pioneers and discover Canada's High Arctic …
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
$21,980
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Canadian Northwest Passage & Northern Lights

Kangerlussuaq Roundtrip - 18 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Marvel at the glistening icebergs
  • Explore Lancaster Sound
  • Admire the nesting birdlife
  • Learn the history of Arctic people
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an unforgettable 18-day Canadian Arctic Discovery cruise, starting from Greenland on the SH Vega expedition ship. Sail around Baffin Bay in the Canadian Arctic and venture through part of the Northwest Passage amidst stunning mountainous icebergs and picturesque fjords. This area is …
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
$24,295
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Beechey Island’s graves
  • Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
  • Visit Arctic Bay
  • Marvel at calving icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Calgary / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Fly Cruises, Hiking, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer begins in Calgary going to Reykjavik. Visit historic Beechey Island, where Sir John Franklin’s ill-fated expedition members are buried, and observe polar bears in Radstock Bay. At Arctic Bay, experience Inuit traditions and culture, surrounded …
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Icebergs in Greenland
$22,160
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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
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise to and from Kangerlussuaq aboard L'Austral to explore the Baffin Bay and the legendary Northwest Passage. Departing from Kangerlussuaq, journey through breathtaking Arctic landscapes, beginning with Greenland's western coast, featuring Disko Bay's …
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Sled dogs on Baffin Island, Canada
$23,320
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In the heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Explore Kitissuarsuit’s traditions
  • Visit Sisimiut's colorful town
  • Discover Pond Inlet landscapes
  • Explore Disko Bay’s icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise aboard Le Boreal, departing from Kangerlussuaq to explore Baffin Bay and the famed Northwest Passage. Discover Greenland's western coast, with its stunning icebergs in Disko Bay and charming villages surrounded by mountains. Explore Nunavut, retracing the …
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First views of Baffin Island
$13,195
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Northwest Passage to Newfoundland: Glaciers, Mountains, and Wildlife

Calgary - St. John - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Calgary
  • Discover Northwest Passage
  • Experience Lancaster Sound
  • Witness Baffin Island
Starts / Ends:
Calgary / St. John's
Activities:
Adventure Options, Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day expedition cruise aboard the Ultramarine. This journey covers 2,500 nautical miles along the Northwest Passage in the Canadian High Arctic, then along the east coast of Baffin Island to Newfoundland and Labrador. Departs from Qausuittuq (Resolute) and explore remote areas, …
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Qikiqtarjuak community
$24,295
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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
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Calgary
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Begin your 17-day Arctic expedition in Reykjavik before flying to Greenland’s Kangerlussuaq, where you embark on a remarkable cruise through the icy waters of Greenland and Canada’s High Arctic aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore Greenland’s stunning fjords, remote towns like …
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