Arctic

Few places reward experience like the Arctic. For decades, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has explored this dynamic world of shifting sea ice and rugged fjords, where veteran captains and expedition teams draw on deep expertise to navigate some of the world's most remote and ever-changing waterways.

In Svalbard, our expert spotters know which ice is most likely to reveal elusive polar bears, while decades of exploration across Iceland, Greenland, Canada and the Northwest Passage have fostered local relationships that unlock extraordinary wildlife encounters and meaningful connections with Indigenous and coastal communities. Make rare shore landings and explore beyond the ship by Zodiac, kayak and on foot; discover the hidden world beneath the ice through the lens of a dedicated undersea specialist; and capture the Arctic's luminous landscapes and legendary wildlife—from walruses and musk oxen to the elusive narwhal—alongside a National Geographic Photographer on every departure.