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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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$9,590
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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Take daily Zodiac cruises
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Explore grand icy landscapes
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the majesty of the Arctic during this unforgettable 9-day trip aboard the M/S Stockholm. The atmosphere, the curiosity on board, the classic interior, and the delicious food are elements that make this trip unique. The midnight sun reigns supreme, the bird colonies are teeming with life, …
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Two guests enjoying the sunset at the Blue Ice hut accommodation in Igaliku in South Greenland
$7,653
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South Greenland Highlights

6 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Norse culture and history
  • See local farmers and their culture
  • See the statue of Leif Ericsson
  • Visit Uunartoq Hot Springs by heli
  • Enjoy kayaking in Tasiusaq
  • Learn about Hvalsey Church Ruins
  • Explore Qaqortoq's Nordic culture
Starts / Ends:
Narsarsuaq / Qaqortoq
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Discover South Greenland on this 6-day adventure and immerse yourself in its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, vastly different than the North. Begin by traveling to Qassiarsuk by boat to delve into Norse heritage, including the statue of Leif Ericsson and the historic …
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Arctic Summer
$5,834
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Taste of the Arctic Summer

4 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy historic town tours
  • Hike along Sylvia Grinnell River
  • Get a taste of the Arctic
  • Discover Iqaluit iconic spots
Starts / Ends:
Iqaluit / Ottawa
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Land Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park, where you can hike along the river valley of the stunning Sylvia Grinnell River and fish for Arctic char from the shore near the mouth. Visit Nunavut’s capital city, a maritime community with a rich history. Venture above the tree line to experience …
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Ski the Arctic.
$3,700
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Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail

8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Watch for polar bears and walrus
  • Visit Kongsfjorden and Isfjord
  • Ski the snowy Arctic terrain
  • Enjoy zodiac cruising and hiking
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Skiing, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
The 8-day journey will start and end in Longyearbyen. This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered ski techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves ski climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of …
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$188
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South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike

1 Day Itinerary
  • Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
  • Solheimajokull Glacier
  • Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
  • Reynisdrangar Basalt Sea Stacks
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Explore the South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike—a thrilling day trip blending sightseeing with adventure. Witness the majestic Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, stroll along a volcanic black sand beach, and go on a glacier hike guided by certified experts. Experience the beauty …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$18,412
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Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Northeast Greenland N. Park
  • Look out for unique widllife
  • Visit Scoresbysund
  • Observe Northern Lights displays
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the route of early Viking explorers and discover a region of epic ice home to the Arctic’s iconic creatures: polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies. We will also be on the lookout for the Northern Lights along Greenland and Iceland at this time of year. Actively explore …
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Hiking
$33,620
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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Discover the Nordaustlandet
  • Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
  • Sail through Hinlopen Strait
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day exploration of the north-east of Greenland. Unveil mythical places connected with the history of the Arctic discovery as you journey to the Ammassalik, Blosseville, and Ittoqqortoormiit regions. Then set sail through the drifting ice floes of the North Pole …
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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:
Variable
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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Polar bear den emergence quest
$16,084
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Nanuk Emergence Quest

14 Day Itinerary
  • Find female polar bears and cubs
  • See other boreal wildlife
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Enjoy winter activities
Starts / Ends:
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activities:
Northern Lights, Photography Seminars, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Experience this epic adventure on a 14-day Nanuk Emergence Quest in Canada's Hudson Bay's Arctic Region. This extraordinary adventure will immerse you in the untamed wilderness of the Kaskatamgan Wildlife Management Area along Manitoba's rugged Hudson Bay coast. Over two weeks, you will …
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
$4,300
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore North Spitsbergen
  • Visit the Monaco Glacier
  • See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
  • Visit St. Johns Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Start your North Spitsbergen cruise with a trek around historic Longyearben, then join this 8-day expedition to the north of the island to take in the fantastically beautiful landscapes, the thousands of seabirds, and of course the star of the show, the polar bear. This voyage aboard the MV …
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Zodiac excursion
$11,390
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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien
  • Venture out on daily zodiac cruises
  • Explore along fjords and glaciers
  • Learn about Eastern Svalbard
  • Discover Southwest Spitsbergen
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Summer arrives in late June. The midnight sun reigns supreme, and purple saxifrage decorates the slopes. The ice thaws around the islands, and this makes it possible to get further east. Whales are more frequently seen in the waters, and more snow-free areas become accessible for longer walks. At …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$5,900
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Iceland, Aurora Borealis, Fly & Sail

Constable Pynt - Akureyri - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Explore Milne Land’s icebergs
  • Discover O Fjord’s towering cliffs
  • Sail Harefjord’s scenic expanse
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit’s cultu
Starts / Ends:
Constable Point / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, starting with a chartered flight from Keflavik to Constable Pynt, where you discover the region's rich geological history. Your journey unfolds along the stunning Volquart Boons Coast, offering breathtaking views and Zodiac cruises near …
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Polar bears in the Arctic
$8,691
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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen: In the Realm of the Polar Bear

10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Sail to the far north
  • Watch for polar bears
  • Explore the Arctic landscapes
  • Admire the Svalbard archipelago
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Spitsbergen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take this epic voyage to attempt to find a way through the Arctic’s ever-changing sea ice and venture above the 80th parallel north. If the ice allows, complete a circumnavigation of the island of Spitsbergen, and visit some other highlights of the Svalbard archipelago. Spend time exploring …
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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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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
$4,300
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North Spitsbergen - Basecamp

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Search for the King of the Arctic
  • Enjoy excursions in Zodiacs
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Watch thousands of birds
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Exploring historic sites and plant life. Watch for minke whales in Isfjorden. Visit Ny Alesund in Kongsfjorden, a mining and research hub with vibrant bird colonies. Hike remnants in Amsterdamoya and enjoy views from …
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
$18,580
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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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An arctic fox looks across the tundra.
$6,495
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Heart of the Arctic

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Cross the Arctic Circle by sea
  • Mingle with Kinngait Inuit carvers
  • Spot polar bears, walrus, and more
  • Learn about Inuit history & culture
  • Appreciate Inuit life
Starts / Ends:
Iqaluit / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Visit three distinct Arctic regions on this voyage aboard the Ocean Endeavour. Explore the deep fjords and vibrant communities of Greenland, including the world’s smallest capital, Nuuk. Cross the Davis Strait in the wake of the explorers, searching for marine life and seabirds. South Baffin …
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