Greenland, Avannaata Municipality,  Setting midnight sun lights cliffs of Storøen Island along Alanguarqap Suvdlua strait near Uummannaq on summer evening
Greenland, Avannaata Municipality,  Setting midnight sun lights cliffs of Storøen Island along Alanguarqap Suvdlua strait near Uummannaq on summer evening
ExpeditionsHigh Arctic Archipelago: Canada and Greenland

High Arctic Archipelago: Canada and Greenland

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Explore the icy reaches of the High Arctic on a grand polar adventure that traces the icy shores of Northern Greenland and Arctic Canada. Sail into dramatic fjords, narrow straits and breathtaking bays, and call on remote villages where Inuit communities have lived off the land for centuries. Search for the mighty polar bear, elusive beluga and narwhal, among other iconic wildlife from seals to walrus.

Highlights

Huge icebergs lining the shores of the charming town of Qeqertarsuaq (formerly Godhavn) on the south coast of Disko Island, Western Greenland.
  • Venture into the dramatic high Arctic islands, up to the ice edge, and learn dramatic stories of explorers and adventurers who sought this remarkable, icy frontier

  • Glide between soaring icebergs at the mouth of Greenland’s Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site

  • In Qaanaaq, enjoy Inuit performances of music, dance and storytelling, and try your hand at traditional athletics

  • Explore remote Ellesmere Island and the North Polynya, on the lookout for polar bears, ringed seals, belugas and the elusive narwhal

  • Capture your best images alongside a National Geographic Photography Expert

duration
24 Days
starts at
Reykjavík, Iceland
ends at
Reykjavík, Iceland

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duration
24 Days
starts at
Reykjavík, Iceland
ends at
Reykjavík, Iceland

View our brochure for more details

duration
24 Days
starts at
Reykjavík, Iceland
ends at
Reykjavík, Iceland

View our brochure for more details

Expedition Team

Our captains, crew, staff and guides make up the most experienced team in the industry—committed to making every voyage unforgettable. Veteran captains, with decades at sea, are experts at navigating in all conditions, while seasoned naturalists bring advanced knowledge in fields such as geology, wildlife biology and climate science. Many of these professionals have been with us for decades, and their insights bring each destination to life in ways that profoundly enrich your journey. Their expertise is the foundation for the meaningful and transformative experiences we offer in the world’s most extraordinary places.

Crew members on the bridge of the ship National Geographic Endurance/Resolution

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