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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic (Ocean Explorer) on Ocean Explorer
Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic (Ocean Explorer)
The Northwest Passage has gripped polar explorers for centuries. On this 17-day voyage, you’ll hop aboard the Ocean Explorer and explore this fascinating waterway with an incredible range of off-ship adventures by Zodiac and helicopter. Passing through the Canadian Arctic archipelago, you’ll journey back in time to the height of Arctic exploration, visiting areas that the Inuit people have made their home for thousands of years. See all the highlights of the Canadian Arctic and Greenland’s west coast, stopping at Inuit and Greenlandic communities. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ilulissat Icefjord, whose Sermeq Kujalleq glacier calves off enormous icebergs, and keep your eyes peeled for the marine creatures who make their home in these harsh, remote landscapes –keep your eyes peeled for whales, walrus, muskoxen and polar bears.
Activities
The Northwest Passage has gripped polar explorers for centuries. On this 17-day voyage, you’ll hop aboard the Ocean Explorer and explore this fascinating waterway with an incredible range of off-ship adventures by Zodiac and helicopter. Passing through the Canadian Arctic archipelago, you’ll journey back in time to the height of Arctic exploration, visiting areas that the Inuit people have made their home for thousands of years. See all the highlights of the Canadian Arctic and Greenland’s west coast, stopping at Inuit and Greenlandic communities. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ilulissat Icefjord, whose Sermeq Kujalleq glacier calves off enormous icebergs, and keep your eyes peeled for the marine creatures who make their home in these harsh, remote landscapes –keep your eyes peeled for whales, walrus, muskoxen and polar bears.
Activities
- Experience the many highlights of the Canadian Arctic and Greenland’s West Coast aboard your ship – with comfortable onboard amenities and an expert crew, you’ll get the best opportunities.
- Visit Inuit and Greenlandic communities, soaking up the culture, heritage and history of these fascinating settlements that made their homes thousands of years ago.
- Look out for the Arctic wildlife that calls this part of the world their home – your onboard experts will help you spot whales, walrus and muskoxen, as well as plenty of birdlife.
- Explore the Ilulissat Icefjord – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and if you’re lucky, here the thunderous sound of the carving ice.
- Cruise in a Zodiac to explore icebergs, glaciers, fjords and more – these onshore landings provide an insight into lesser-known areas and often unexplored settlements.
Interests
- Adventure and Active
About Ocean Explorer
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That's over 30 years of adventures, visiting new places and old friends, and countless, unforgettable moments. More than 30 years of changing the way people see the world on small group trips with like-minded explorers and a local leader to show you around.
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Aug 21, 2026 through
Sep 06, 2026
Aug 17, 2026
7:00 PM
16 Nights
from
$20,222.00
(USD)
Per Person
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8755407
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Itinerary
| Day | Destination | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calgary, Canada | ||
| 2 | Calgary, Canada - Fly to Resolute and Embark | ||
| 3-6 | Canada’s High Arctic | ||
| 7-8 | Smith Sound | ||
| 9 | Qaanaaq, Greenland | ||
| 10 | At Sea | ||
| 11-15 | West Greenland | ||
| 16 | Disembark in Kangerlussuaq and Fly to Reykjavik | ||
| 17 | Reykjavik, Iceland |
