Sail the legendary maritime sea route linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans through the Canadian High Arctic archipelago. Stand before Franklin's graves on Beechey Island and encounter narwhals, muskoxen, and polar bears.
For four centuries, the Northwest Passage was the ultimate maritime puzzle that claimed ships and explorers—including the tragic 1845 Franklin Expedition—until Roald Amundsen first conquered it in 1906. Today, modern ice-class expedition ships allow discerning travelers to complete this extraordinary 17 to 26-night voyage in supreme safety and comfort.
The Northwest Passage is a living historical monument to human endurance:
Because the Canadian Arctic islands channel nutrient-dense currents, the Northwest Passage supports extraordinary wildlife:
Our certified polar expedition specialists will tailor your itinerary, stateroom, and Signature perks.
Request Custom Proposal & PerksGeneral cruise knowledge does not translate to high-latitude polar navigation. Our senior advisors have sailed the pack ice of Svalbard, navigated the narrow fjords of Greenland, and completed rigorous operator-specific polar academy credentials.
Quark Polar Pro | Lindblad Expedition Specialist
Johnnie has spent weeks sailing through the sea ice of 80° North and the remote eastern fjords of Greenland. She specializes in small-ship Zodiac operations, helicopter heli-hiking logistics, and matching adventure photographers with top naturalist guides.
Ponant & Silversea Academy | CLIA ECC
Aimee focuses on ultra-luxury polar voyages aboard Le Commandant Charcot and Silver Endeavour. Her clients enjoy private butler service, Michelin-inspired gastronomy by Alain Ducasse, and guaranteed Signature shipboard credits.
HX Hurtigruten Specialist | ASTA VTA
With firsthand transit experience across the Canadian High Arctic and the Northwest Passage, Karen advises guests on charter flight connections, medical evacuation insurance riders, and hybrid-electric expedition ships.
Speak directly with an accredited Arctic expedition advisor holding top certifications across Quark, Lindblad, HX, Ponant, and Silversea.