10 Best Newfoundland Small Ship Cruises for 2025-2026

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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's to St. John's
12 Days from $6,995

Ocean Voyage: Helsinki - Saint-Pierre and Miquelon

Helsinki - Saint Pierre Island
12 Days from $8,260

Greenland & Wild Labrador

Kangerlussuaq to St. John's
15 Days from $9,495

Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

15 Days from $28,405

Expedition along Saint Lawrence

Saint Pierre - Montreal
12 Days from $10,950

Expedition from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto
16 Days from $13,810

The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's
10 Days from $11,088

Expedition from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik to Toronto
16 Days from $10,850

Southern Greenland Discovery

Halifax - Reykjavik
13 Days from $6,580

Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise aboard the SH Vega through the dramatic North Atlantic landscapes. Visit picturesque towns in Greenland like Qaqortoq, Narsarsuaq, and Aappilattoq. Witness the raw beauty of Prins Christian Sund and Skjoldungen's icy wilderness. Explore Iceland's iconic landscapes, including the historical Westfjords and modern Reykjavik.

The St. Lawrence River in the Heart of the Boreal Winter

Saint Pierre Island - Québec
13 Days from $24,210

Embark on a 13-day St. Lawrence River in the Heart of the Boreal Winter cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Nova Scotia, the Magdalen Islands, Gaspé, meet the Innu in Sept-Îles, and sail the enchanting Saguenay River. Experience winter magic in La Baie and Quebec City's old town.

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9 Top-Rated Newfoundland Small Cruise Ships for 2025-2026

Ship Name	Max Passengers	From	Summary
Ultramarine	199	$13195	New in 2021, the Ultramarine is designed with an ice rating of 1A+, PC6, making it one of the most capable polar exploring vessels on the planet. … 0
Le Commandant Charcot	245	$8260	The polar explorer ship Le Commandant Charcot travels to remote regions of the Arctic and Antarctic. This expedition ship is unique because of its … 0
Ocean Endeavour	198	$6995	Updated as recently as 2014, the 200-passenger ice class Ocean Endeavor explores the most remote areas in comfort and style. With several decks and … 0
Le Lyrial	264	$10950	The sleek, intimate Le Lyrial sails under the French flag and entrances her passengers with her contemporary decor, comfortable suites, and refined … 0
Le Bellot	188	$13810	Experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an … 0
SH Vega	152	$6580	5-star elegant Scandi-design boutique ship offers you an intimate setting from which you will be fully immersed in all the sights and scenery of your … 0
Le Champlain	184	$10850	Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel aboard this glamorous limited-capacity yacht with … 0
Seabourn Venture	264	$15998	At Seabourn, we are passionate about travel. We believe that traveling for pleasure has a redemptive power that enriches people's lives. And we … 0
National Geographic Explorer	148	$11088	The National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art luxury expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, … 0

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Newfoundland & Labrador Travel Guide

How to get to Newfoundland & Labrador

Home to popular destinations like Sable Island and the Torngat National Park, there are several options for getting to Newfoundland and Labrador:

By air: You can fly directly into St. John's International Airport, which has hundreds of daily international & domestic flights.

By sea: If you're in the neighboring Nova Scotia province and want to see a bit more of the scenery but don't mind a slower journey, then you can get on a ferry that will take you into Newfoundland & Labrador.

Newfoundland & Labrador Culture and History

The Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador is a culturally and geographically unique place in Canada. This region is still very isolated and the people proudly share their culture that is based on the ancient legacies of fishing and the fur trade

Polar bear balances on the ice in the Arctic

Wildlife Guide to Polar Regions

Which Polar region is home to penguins? Or how about those elusive narwhals? Before your travels, it will be helpful to learn more about the different species that inhabit the Polar regions of the Arctic and Antarctica. You may be surprised to learn the differences!

Arctic Cruise: When to Go?

Though the austere Arctic landscape is often imagined to be a cold white wasteland, the brief months of summer see the flora blossoming and the fauna emerging from their long winter dormancy. Find out the best time to visit the Arctic based on your interests and expectations.

Best Newfoundland and Labrador Small Ship Cruise Lines for 2025-2026

Silversea Cruises - feature an inspiring voyage from Reykjavik to New York, visiting Corner Brook, gateway to some of the wildest wonders of Newfoundland's West Coast. Silver Whisper offers charms of a stylish boutique hotel with amenities of a grand resort, including four restaurants and many suite options, pampering, fine dining, and spaciousness throughout.
Adventure Canada - offers a spectacular circumnavigation of Newfoundland that includes visits to picturesque villages, Viking archaeology, Basque whaling history, and hiking in Gros Morne National Park. The spacious, ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavour features twenty Zodiacs, advanced navigation equipment, and stabilizers.
Lindblad Expeditions - embark on a satisfying circumnavigation of Newfoundland aboard National Geographic Explorer and sail into Eastern Canada's breathtaking natural beauty.

Newfoundland & Labrador Travel FAQs

In the far northeast of Canada's Arctic territory, you find Newfoundland and Labrador. It is considerably more isolated than the more developed parts of Canada and therefore some of the expectations you might have for the rest of the country aren't true here. On the other hand, it does belong to Canada, so many of the general FAQs can be found at the bottom of our Canada page.

What is the internet access like in Newfoundland & Labrador?
Unless you are on a vessel that is equipped with WiFi, you should not expect to have consistent WiFi access, and many expeditions do not have internet access at all.

Can I use my cell phone while in Newfoundland & Labrador?
Unless you are in a developed part of Newfoundland & Labrador like a town and you have mobile roaming turned on, it is unlikely that you will be able to use your cell phone.

Do I need a power adapter/ converter?
Canada has 110V power with the same sockets as those in the United States. If you are traveling from another part of the world, you will need a power adapter/ converter to use the outlets.

What are the toilets like in Newfoundland & Labrador?
Canada has modern flushing toilets.

Can I drink the water in Newfoundland & Labrador?
It is safe to drink the tap water throughout all of Canada unless otherwise indicated.

Should I purchase travel insurance for my trip?
Yes, always! Read more about travel insurance on our Once You've Booked page.

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