Discover the Arctic

Arctic Cruises

Arctic cruises offer adventurous travellers a rare chance to discover the remote and captivating region. These expeditions navigate through the pristine and icy landscapes of the Arctic, unveiling its dramatic fjords, towering glaciers and starkly beautiful wilderness.

Whether you're sailing along Greenland's rugged coast, exploring the enchanting Svalbard archipelago or delving into the depths of Canada's Arctic, each cruise promises awe-inspiring encounters with the region's unique wildlife including polar bears, seals and Arctic foxes. Beyond wildlife, these cruises provide opportunities to immerse yourself in the culture and history of the resilient indigenous communities that have thrived in this challenging environment for centuries. With 24-hour daylight during the summer months and the enchanting spectacle of the Northern Lights in winter, Arctic cruises offer unforgettable adventures and a profound connection to one of Earth's last frontiers.

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Top 5 highlights of an Arctic cruise

Arctic wildlife encounters

Witness the awe-inspiring sight of polar bears traversing the sea ice, observe playful Arctic foxes amidst the tundra and marvel at massive walruses lounging on ice floes. As you journey through these remote and frigid waters, keep an eye out for seals basking on icy platforms and seabirds soaring overhead, creating a truly immersive experience in the heart of the Arctic wilderness.


Exploration of North Spitsbergen





Exploration of North Spitsbergen during Arctic cruises offers a captivating journey into the heart of the High Arctic. Visitors are treated to the sight of towering glaciers, rugged landscapes and pristine fjords while encountering a wealth of Arctic wildlife.


Kayaking adventures

Kayaking adventures during Arctic cruises offer a unique and intimate way to explore the region's icy waters. Paddling silently among glaciers and icebergs allows for close encounters with wildlife such as seals and seabirds, all while immersing oneself in the pristine beauty and tranquillity of the Arctic landscape.


Discovering Greenland

As you sail through icy fjords and navigate among colossal glaciers you'll witness the stark beauty of this remote land, encounter unique wildlife such as polar bears and muskoxen and gain insight into the resilient Inuit culture that thrives in this harsh environment.


Cruising through Svalbard

Svalbard, a remote Arctic archipelago, is a highlight of Arctic cruises. This stunning and rugged destination offers travellers a unique opportunity to explore its dramatic landscapes including towering glaciers, ice-filled fjords and barren tundras.





 







 

 

To show the relative difficulty of our Polar Cruises, each holiday is graded on a scale of 1 to 6 with 6 being the most challenging. In turn these grades are divided into leisurely and moderate.

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We offer over 360 active adventures in 100 countries worldwide. Best known for our pioneering itineraries and challenging trips with an 'edge', we also offer a range of easier guided and self-guided walking, cycling, family and wildlife journeys throughout the world. Based in Keswick in the Lake District, we are passionate about creating unique travel experiences for our customers.

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400 Guided Group and Self-Guided adventures in 100 countries.

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