Canadian Arctic & Northwest Passage
Trace the route of history’s most storied polar explorers
Canadian Arctic & Northwest Passage
Trace the route of history’s most storied polar explorers
Our Canadian Arctic and Northwest Passage cruises reveal a world of shifting ice, ancient cultures, and extraordinary wildlife. Travel aboard modern expedition vessels designed for safety and discovery across one of the planet’s most remote frontiers. The Northwest Passage has long captured the imagination of explorers. Once impassable, this fabled sea route now opens briefly each summer, allowing a rare glimpse into the heart of the Canadian High Arctic. You’ll encounter vast ice floes, Inuit heritage, polar wildlife, and haunting landscapes few ever see.
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic
August-September
17 days
Sail with the state-of-the-art Ocean Explorer deep into the Canadian Arctic and Greenland, looking for wildlife, Inuit communities and remote scenery
Iceland, Greenland & Labrador - MS Expedition
September
16 days
Board the M/S Expedition in Iceland for an epic 16 day adventure across the North Atlantic, visiting remote communities and spectacular landscapes
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Greenland to Newfoundland: Ocean Explorer
September
14 days
This 14-day expedition features Greenland, the Canadian High Arctic and the East Coast of Canada, with its Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History
Wildlife Encounters & Inuit Heritage
Every voyage combines Arctic wildlife with living culture — a journey through nature and time.
- Polar bears on sea ice and Arctic foxes along the shoreline
- Walrus, beluga and bowhead whales in ice-strewn waters
- Visits to Inuit communities such as Pond Inlet and Resolute
- Historic sites from the Franklin era — Beechey Island and Croker Bay
- Towering glaciers and cathedral-like icebergs in Lancaster Sound
Legendary Routes Through the Canadian Arctic
Classic Northwest Passage Expedition
Sail from Kangerlussuaq (Greenland) to Cambridge Bay (Canada) (or reverse).
Traverse Baffin Bay, Lancaster Sound and Bellot Strait, following the trail of Sir John Franklin and other early explorers.
Canadian Arctic Archipelago Voyages
Explore the islands of Baffin, Devon and Ellesmere, where icebergs tower and polar bears roam the shores. Witness the stark beauty of Nunavut’s fjords and mountain coastlines.
Crossings from Greenland to the Canadian Arctic
Combine the dramatic glaciers of West Greenland with the wild fjords of the Arctic Archipelago — a voyage that links two worlds.
Extended Expeditions to Alaska and the Beaufort Sea
Some voyages continue further west toward Alaska and the Beaufort Sea, completing a full transit of the Passage.
Small Ships for Big Exploration
Join an ice-class vessel engineered for polar navigation and comfort. Each voyage offers expert guides, lectures, and Zodiac landings for maximum immersion. Travel with historians, naturalists, and Inuit guides who bring depth and perspective to every landing. Voyages operate from July to September, when ice conditions allow safe navigation of the Passage.
Embark on a Journey Through Ice and History
Experience the Canadian Arctic and the legendary Northwest Passage with Expeditions Online. Explore where history and nature meet — guided by our polar travel experts.
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