Winding your way through the icy channels of the legendary Northwest Passage is history brought to life. On this compelling 17-day journey aboard our game-changing new vessel Ultramarine, passengers retrace the steps of the intrepid Franklin Expedition, which left the shores of England in 1845 in search of the last unexplored section of the Northwest Passage—only to become permanently icebound. Its discovery more than a century and a half later was a much-celebrated moment in polar history.

On Ultramarine, guests benefit from two twin-engine helicopters that will provide spectacular aerial views of the Arctic landscape, the most extensive portfolio of adventure options in the industry, more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than any other expedition ship its size, and 20 quick-launching Zodiacs to get you closer to ancient glaciers, dramatic fjords and towering icebergs. Explore colorful Greenlandic villages, and shop for traditional Inuit handicrafts. Hike the endless Arctic backdrop and marvel at the vast, colorful tundra. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive and majestic creatures that make their home in this wilderness, such as whales, walrus, muskoxen and polar bears. Come aboard Ultramarine, follow in the footsteps of Franklin’s legendary Arctic voyage, and return home with memories to last a lifetime.

Please note that a Rockjumper leader may not accompany the expedition unless a minimum of 16 participants are signed up through Rockjumper. In the case that a Rockjumper leader is not on board, the professional expedition staff will take care of all participants signed up through Rockjumper. Please note: these prices are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations.

Top Birds

Gyrfalcon; Snow Goose; Snowy Owl; Brunnich's & Black Guillemots; Ivory, Ross's, Glaucous & Thayer's Gulls; King Eider; Willow Ptarmigan

Top Mammals

Polar Bear; Walrus; Ringed, Harp & Bearded Seals; Killer, Bowhead, Beluga & Humpback Whales; Musk Ox; Caribou; Arctic Fox; Narwhal (very rare); Arctic Hare

Habitats Covered

open sea, pack ice, sea shore, islands, rocky cliffs

Expected Climate

cool to cold

Max Group Size

according to ship capacity with expedition leaders

Tour Pace & Walking

very relaxed

Accommodation

comfortable ship cabins

Ease of Birding

easy

Other Attractions

glaciers, icebergs, Inuit people & villages

Photographic Opportunities

excellent

What our clients say about us

Lev Frid
YB, Canada 2022

Lev and Amanda were exceptional guides. Very knowledgeable.

Amanda Guercio
DA, Canada 2022

Excellent tour for seeing birds of the boreal forest. Lev and Amanda were excellent in helping us get great views of the warblers. Accommodation was excellent. the choice of venues was well balanced so that it was easy to stay focused and alert for birding.

Lev Frid
DA, Canada 2022

Excellent tour for seeing birds of the boreal forest. Lev and Amanda were excellent in helping us get great views of the warblers. Accommodation was excellent. the choice of venues was well balanced so that it was easy to stay focused and alert for birding.

Amanda Guercio
MR, Canada 2022

Booking, registration, organisation of the tour were all very professional, well done Rockjumper. The highlights of the tour were the magnificent observations of the Hawk Owl and the Great grey owl, one great grey could even be observed when it was hunting. For my taste we spent too much time in the cars but I admit that this is largely due to the nature of this tour. Lev and Amanda were very good guides, both having a vast knowledge of the visited habitats and animals. I very much appreciated the very competent explanations and answers to my questions.

Lev Frid
MR, Canada 2022

Booking, registration, organisation of the tour were all very professional, well done Rockjumper. The highlights of the tour were the magnificent observations of the Hawk Owl and the Great grey owl, one great grey could even be observed when it was hunting. For my taste we spent too much time in the cars but I admit that this is largely due to the nature of this tour. Lev and Amanda were very good guides, both having a vast knowledge of the visited habitats and animals. I very much appreciated the very competent explanations and answers to my questions.

Canada - Northwest Passage 2024

01 Aug 2024 - 17 Aug 2024 (17 days)

USD19,990 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Expedition Leader

Tour price (Per person): USD19,990 * GBP16,161 * EUR18,748 * AUD31,156

Canada - Northwest Passage 2025

26 Aug 2025 - 11 Sep 2025 (17 days)

USD14,411 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Expedition Leader

Tour price (Per person): USD20,390 * GBP16,485 * EUR19,123 * AUD31,780USD14,411 * GBP11,651 * EUR13,516 * AUD22,461

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