Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition

Begin your journey by sailing out of Kangerlussuaq Fjord (Søndre Strømfjord), a 190-kilometre-long fjord surrounded by mountains and glaciers. Cross the Arctic Circle on your way and spend time on deck watching for aurora borealis. Kangerlussuaq, the settlement at the head of the fjord, is a former US Air Force base.

Important: You can get to Kangerlussuaq by booking a chartered flight from Toronto. Please inquire for more information.

Kangerlussuatsiaq means “the rather big fjord” in Greenlandic, while the Danish name Evighedsfjorden translates to “the fjord of eternity,” underscoring its vastness and seemingly never-ending nature. See why Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord lives up to its name and marvel at this complex coastal waterway that includes calving glaciers, sheer bird cliffs, and streams cascading against a towering mountain backdrop. Explore this sublime glacial landscape by ship and by Zodiac. The waters here are relatively warm, due to the West Greenland Current and the subarctic location.

Stop in at vibrant Nuuk, the capital of Greenland. Visit the Greenland National Museum, one of the city’s many outstanding features, where the world-famous Qilakitsoq mummies rest. The old harbour includes many buildings dating from Danish colonial days, while contemporary Nuuk is known for art, shopping, pubs, and cafés.

Deepen your understanding of the environment, cultures, and history of the region as we sail across the Davis Strait towards Labrador. Get the privileged opportunity to engage with and learn from Inuit in their homeland. Enjoy workshops and presentations, watch a documentary, and get out on deck! Try your hand at athletic feats during an interactive cultural performance of Inuit games. Through shared experiences and interactions, develop a deep appreciation for the culture and gain a profound connection to the stunning landscapes we traverse. Keep your binoculars ready to spot whales and seabirds who follow in our wake.

Spend four days exploring an area of treeless, mountainous tundra in Torngat Mountains National Park, where some of Canada’s highest peaks east of the Rockies are found. Enjoy your time hiking, visiting archaeological sites, and Zodiac cruising. Here, Inuit of Nunatsiavut will be your guides in their spiritual homeland. The park is seen as a portal for better understanding Inuit culture, with the name Torngat derived from the Inuttut word tongait, meaning “place of spirits,” where Inuit shamans connected with higher powers. Be on the lookout for marine mammals, polar and black bears, caribou, falcons, and eagles.

Step back in time to the historical site of Hebron, which preserves a Moravian Mission station dating from the 1830s. Visit the old church, where Inuit residents in 1959 learned they would be forced to relocate. Read the plaque commemorating this history and the apology issued by the Newfoundland and Labrador government in 2005. Listen to stories shared by our guides and meet former Hebron residents and their kin who continue to visit the site and hunt and fish nearby.

Visit Nain, the most northerly community in Labrador and the administrative capital of Nunatsiavut. Stop in at the historic Moravian church, enjoy the vibrant brass band, and visit Illusuak, the stunning cultural centre. Expect a warm welcome and the opportunity to peruse arts and handicrafts at this dynamic visit. This will be your first chance to see trees since the start of your journey!

Explore the southern Labrador coast, where you’ll find a diverse geography of coastal barrens, high subarctic tundra, high boreal forest, mid-boreal forest, string bog, and islands. We’ll make the most of every opportunity to hike and Zodiac cruise alongside our expedition team. With their expert guidance, every step of your journey will be filled with insightful interpretation, allowing you to truly appreciate the beauty and significance of the landscapes you encounter. Choose the activity you prefer during expedition landings in this beautiful and quiet region.

Wander through the reconstructed Viking habitation at L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only authenticated Norse settlement in North America. Learn about the archaeological remains that date to approximately 1000 CE, and how the site was first discovered in 1960 by a close reading of the Viking sagas. Visit the superb interpretation centre and meet the actors in period costumes as you explore the reconstructed Norse-style sod buildings.

Explore the wonders of Canada’s most easterly national park, where the land meets the sea in a stunning display of natural beauty. Visit the park’s visitor centre and dive into the mysteries of the ocean through touch tanks, marine exhibits, and aquariums. Located along the Newman Sound portion of the Terra Nova Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the visitor centre offers the perfect vantage point to spot fascinating shorebirds. Take a stroll along one of the park's scenic trails, accompanied by our expert expedition team who will offer interpretations of the surroundings.

Welcome to St. John’s, the vibrant capital of Newfoundland and Labrador. Complete your journey by sailing into historic St. John’s harbour, looking out for Signal Hill as you enter the world-famous Narrows. Photograph the charming houses of the Battery, always a hit with shutterbugs. Say your farewells in this cultural hotspot, sometimes called North America's oldest city.