Into the Northwest Passage

ROMTravel Exclusives

• Enjoy the company of a small group of friendly, like-minded people.
• Get personalized service from your dedicated ROMTravel Coordinator, Jeannie Baldwin.
• Enjoy a private expedition orientation from Adventure Canada.
• Attend a private onboard reception and guided bridge tour.
• Enrich your experience by attending ROMTravel-hosted dinners accompanied by Adventure Canada experts on select evenings throughout the expedition.
• Participate in a private zodiac excursion.
• Reconnect with your fellow travellers at the Fall ROMTravel Reunion.

ROMTravel Contact Information

Jeannie Baldwin
ROMTravel Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 416.586.8034

Highlights

• Experience the extraordinary privilege of journeying through Inuit Nunangat: the ice, water, and lands of Inuit.
• Cross the Arctic Circle as you sail the 190-kilometre (118 miles) length of Kangerlussuaq Fjord (Søndre Strømfjord).
• Cruise among icebergs at Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Spend two days in one of Canada’s largest National Marine Conservation Areas, Tallurutiup Imanga, searching for marine life.
• Seek polar bears, seabirds, and other Arctic wildlife in pristine natural environments.
• Retrace the historic route of European explorers, who for centuries searched their way through ice in hopes of finding a sailing route through the passage.
• Transit Ikirahaq (Bellot Strait), the narrow and dramatic waterway at the very northern tip of continental North America.

Day 1 Kangerlussuaq, Greenland

Cross the Arctic Circle

Kangerlussuaq is a former United States Air Force base and Greenland’s primary flight hub. After our charter flight from Toronto, we will transfer to the Ocean Endeavour by Zodiac.

With 190 kilometres (118 miles) of superb scenery, Kangerlussuaq Fjord (Søndre Strømfjord) is one of the longest fjords in the world. We begin our adventure by sailing down this dramatic fjord, crossing the Arctic Circle as we go.

Day 2–3 Sisimiut

Explore vibrant Sisimiut

Colourful Sisimiut is Greenland’s second largest city. Access the extensive museum through a towering whalebone archway and be sure to stop in at the artisan’s studio for the chance to purchase outstanding handicrafts. Traditional qajaq (kayaking) is in resurgence here, and there’s plenty of other fun outdoor activities for the adventurous to enjoy.

Day 4 Ilulissat

Take a Cruise Around Towering Icebergs

Experience the remarkable beauty of Ilulissat Icefjord, renowned for its enormous icebergs. Ilulissat means “iceberg”, an apt name for this site at the outlet of the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the source of many of the icebergs in the North Atlantic.

Marvel at the sheer grandeur of the towering ice formations as you take a stroll along the boardwalk, truly a sight to behold!

Visit the town, with its captivating museums, charming cafés, craft shops, and bustling fishing harbour. Be sure to make your way to the Ilulissat Icefjord Centre, where you can delve into the fascinating narratives surrounding the ice and gain a deeper appreciation for this awe-inspiring natural wonder.

Day 5 Western Greenland

Hike the tundra

Exploring by ship and Zodiac along the west coast of Greenland, we have numerous options for expedition stops, to make the most of weather and wildlife conditions.

Whether you're setting foot on land, cruising by Zodiac, or out on the ship's deck, you'll have plenty of chances to learn alongside expert geologists, naturalists, and marine biologists. With Inuit expedition team members at your side, you'll gain an intimate perspective on the abundant flora and fauna you encounter.

Take a moment to savour the tranquility and absorb the knowledge and stories shared by Inuit cultural educators, which will deepen your connection to this breathtaking landscape.

Departing Greenland, we cross Baffin Bay toward Nunavut.

Day 7 Mittimatalik (Pond Inlet), NU, Canada

Experience Inuit culture

Attend a cultural performance put on by the talented Tununiq Arsarniit Theatre Group, featuring drum dancing, throat singing, and storytelling.

Mittimatalik is a busy Arctic community in a beautiful setting. The views of nearby Bylot Island are stunning!

Enjoy exploring the town and take the opportunity to purchase unique handcrafted mementos.

Day 8 to 9 Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and Devon Island

Seek whales, seabirds, and Polar bears

We will spend three days exploring Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound), one of the newest National Marine Conservation Areas in Nunavut. Narwhal, beluga, and bowhead whales transit and feed in this area.

Cruise by ship and Zodiac in search of wildlife with expert biologists and ecologists. Learn more about the crucial role Inuit play in conserving the vibrant biodiversity of these waterways and the enduring connection between the ocean and Inuit.

On the northern border of Tallurutiup Imanga lies Devon Island, the largest uninhabited island on Earth at over 50,000 square kilometres (31,000 square miles). Flat-topped mountains, glacial valleys, and a substantial ice cap give Devon Island its unique character. We will hike the tundra, cruise a glacier face, and seek wildlife from ship and on shore.

Visit archaeological sites and the remains of an RCMP and Hudson's Bay Company site at Dundas Harbour.

Day 10 Beechey Island

Visit a Franklin Expedition historical site

In 1845, Sir John Franklin set out from England with HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, attempting to sail through the Northwest Passage. His crew overwintered at Beechey Island, where three of his men died.

Numerous search parties later used Beechey as a depot and rendezvous. Explorers Amundsen, Bernier, and Larsen visited Beechey. Thomas Morgan of the HMS Investigator was buried here in 1854 alongside Franklin’s men. The graves and ruins of Northumberland House are a haunting memorial.

Day 11 Prince Regent Inlet

Enjoy birdwatching and Zodiac cruising

This passage marks an area rich in marine and avian life. Thick-billed murres, ivory gulls, beluga, narwhal, and bowhead whales reside in the ice-strewn waters. In addition to abundant wildlife, we’ll delve deeper into the exploration of the Northwest Passage and mercantile efforts of the Hudson's Bay Company.

Day 13 to 16 Kitikmeot region

Sail the Northwest Passage

Navigate the ice-strewn waters of this infamous waterway in search of wildlife. Although this is Nunavut’s least-populated region, wildlife abounds here both in the sea and on land.

Visit a local community where Inuit hosts will share their knowledge of their home and the area's history.

Discover the legacy of this important waterway and the captivating story of Roald Amundsen, who overwintered in the bay for two years while searching for the Northwest Passage. Learn more about the triumphs of explorers like Amundsen and the vital role that Inuit knowledge played in successful crossings.

Expedition and Charter Flight Prices

Expedition Cost

All costs are per person, double occupancy, in United States Dollars.

Canadian residents may opt to use Adventure Canada’s in-house exchange rate (fixed quarterly) and pay for their voyage in Canadian dollars. Contact Adventure Canada for more details.

Single Supplement: No single supplement on a limited quantity of cabins in categories 3 to 7. Once these cabins are sold, the single supplement fee is 1.5 times the cabin cost.

Special Promotion:

• For a limited time, save 25% on the cabin cost! Mention promo code ROM2025 when you call Adventure Canada.
• League of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program members receive an additional 5-10%.
• This promotion is combinable with Adventure Canada’s Free Single Supplement. Not combinable with any other offers or incentives. Applies to new bookings only. Terms and conditions apply. Can only be booked through ROMTravel.
  
  

Expedition Cost per Cabin Category

• Cabin Category 10 $ 28,995
• Cabin Category 9 $ 27,495
• Cabin Category 8 $ 25,995
• Cabin Category 7 $ 24,495
• Cabin Category 6 $ 22,995
• Cabin Category 5 $ 21,495
• Cabin Category 4 $ 19,995
• Cabin Category 3 $ 18,495
• Cabin Category 2 $ 16,495
• Cabin Category 1 $ 14,495

Charter Flight Costs Not Included

All costs are per person, in United States Dollars.

• Flight from your home to Toronto, ON if applicable.
• Charter flight from Toronto, ON to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland; $1,450 United States Dollars; early morning departure.
• Charter flight from Kugluktuk, NU to Yellowknife, NT; $1,000 United States Dollars; evening arrival.
• Flight from Yellowknife, NT to your home.

Specials and Incentives

League of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program

Exploring with Adventure Canada just got better with our exclusive loyalty program: The League of Adventurers. The number of people who keep travelling with us continues to grow and, in response, we want to thank our returning clients by offering special rewards and benefits. As a past traveller you are automatically a valued member of the League and eligible for special rewards.

• Save 5% when booking your second to fifth shipboard expedition operated by Adventure Canada.
• Save 10% when booking your sixth or more shipboard expedition operated by Adventure Canada.

Plus

• League of Adventurers welcome package.
• Early notifications of upcoming promotions and events.

Terms and conditions apply.