Northwest Passage (eastbound) on the Greg Mortimer

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    Duration

    16 DAYS
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    Class of Ship

    Midsize Expedition Ship
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    Sustainability

    B-CORP, Climate Neutral, Ship to Shore Power, Science Centre, Dynamic Positioning (DP)
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    Berths

    132
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    Ice Class

    PC6 Rating
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Duration
16 DAYS
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Class of Ship
Midsize Expedition Ship
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Sustainability
B-CORP, Climate Neutral, Ship to Shore Power, Science Centre, Dynamic Positioning (DP)
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Berths
132
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Ice Class
PC6 Rating

Expedition overview and highlights

  • Sail the historic Northwest Passage, tracing the route of early explorers through ice-choked channels and remote Arctic landscapes
  • Hike on Devon Island, the world’s largest uninhabited island, known for its Mars-like terrain and stark natural beauty
  • Visit the Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where immense icebergs calve from one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world
  • Spot iconic Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, belugas, walruses, musk oxen, and seabirds in their high-latitude habitats

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the legendary Northwest Passage, where icy seas, remote islands, and enduring stories of exploration await. Travelling aboard the Greg Mortimer, you’ll trace a route that has stirred the imagination of explorers for centuries, venturing through the Canadian Arctic’s wild and seldom-visited corners. From vast tundra landscapes and glacier-carved fjords to Inuit communities and haunting historic sites, each day reveals a new layer of this rich and remote region. Keep watch for polar bears, belugas, musk oxen, and migratory birds as you navigate these storied waters with expert guides. This Northwest Passage expedition cruise offers a rare chance to experience the Arctic’s raw beauty, deep history, and timeless allure.

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