Atlas Ocean Voyages Offers Exciting New Arctic Expeditions
Atlas Ocean Voyages continues to build new itineraries to visit spectacular places around the world. The expedition cruise line has a new slate of voyages available for the 2027 season in the Arctic. (Photo courtesy of Atlas Ocean Voyages)
Atlas Ocean Voyages, which debuted in 2019 with its yacht-style luxury expeditions in Antarctica, now has three ships that go all over the world offering a growing program of adventurous cruises.
The line has announced new Arctic expeditions that travelers can look forward to in 2027.
I sailed with Atlas Ocean Voyages to Antarctica on the 196-passenger ship World Navigator and am excited to return to the White Continent soon for another journey amid the ice, penguins and whales. (Look for stories coming soon from this December 2025 trip.)
Here are the highlights from my first voyage with Atlas Ocean Voyages:
The expedition cruise line now has three ships — all carrying fewer than 200 passengers — with a wide range of amenities, such as a relaxing spa, delicious culinary and beverage experiences, hot tubs and a pool.
The new 2027 Arctic cruises feature journeys through the Canadian Arctic, Greenland, Iceland and Svalbard. These trips showcase these remote polar regions at their most majestic while sailing aboard Atlas Ocean Voyages’ comfy and stylish expedition yachts.
You’ll experience things like Iceland’s volcanic frontiers, Greenland’s iceberg-filled fjords and the remote reaches of the Canadian Arctic and Svalbard, where wildlife and cultural encounters await at every turn.
These are the lands of polar bears, walruses, whales and all kinds of marine birds.
The new Arctic collection marks a significant milestone in Atlas Ocean Voyages’ continued growth and destination expansion. The 2027 season introduces 27 new ports of call, including Pond Inlet and Kimmirut in Nunavut; Churchill and Coats Island in Hudson Bay; as well as East Greenland’s rarely visited fjords and the dramatic King Frederick VI Coast — one of the wildest, least-inhabited stretches of shoreline in the world.
“We’re pleased to expand our destination footprint with new explorations into the Canadian Arctic,” said James A. Rodriguez, president and CEO of Atlas Ocean Voyages. “These remote northern frontiers offer a distinct blend of raw wilderness, cultural authenticity and incredible wildlife encounters.”
Here are some of the highlights from the new itineraries:
Remote High Arctic of Svalbard: Witness polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes and vast seabird colonies in their natural habitat.
Canadian High Arctic: Journey through Inuit hamlets such as Pond Inlet and Kimmirut, and explore regions rich with polar bears, walrus haul-outs and Arctic traditions.
The Many Sides of Greenland: Experience East Greenland’s seldom-visited frontier, South Greenland’s Norse ruins and hot springs and the towering icebergs and fjords of the west.
Rare Navigation Routes: Venture through Iceland’s Westfjords, the volcanic outpost of Jan Mayen, and the dramatic wilderness of Svalbard.
King Frederick VI Coast: Navigate one of Greenland’s most dramatic and untouched stretches of coastline.
Atlas Ocean Voyages’ Top Five Arctic Cruises
1. Polar Circle Odyssey
Reykjavík to Longyearbyen: 10 nights on World Navigator, starting June 30, 2027
Cross the Arctic Circle, call on Iceland’s wild Westfjords, visit the remote volcanic island of Jan Mayen, and spend three full days exploring the spectacular Svalbard Archipelago.
2. Polar Wilderness Quest
Nuuk to Churchill: 16 nights on World Navigator, starting July 30, 2027
Embark from Greenland's fjords and venture into Canada's Hudson Bay region. Zodiac through Disko Bay, explore Inuit cultures, and visit walrus and polar bear habitats on the Monumental Islands. Discover the Lower Savage Islands and Akpatok Island’s bird cliffs, then venture into Hudson Bay to see Coats, Marble and Walrus Islands.
3. Midnight Sun Odyssey
Longyearbyen to Reykjavík: Nine nights on World Voyager, starting August 6, 2027
Sail under the endless light of the midnight sun through Svalbard, the Greenland Sea, and Iceland, with visits to Ittoqqortoormiit and Scoresby Sound, the world’s largest fjord system.
4. Glaciers and Fjords
Roundtrip voyage from Nuuk: 15 nights on World Navigator, starting August 29, 2027
Journey deep into Greenland and the Canadian Arctic, exploring Qaanaaq and Siorapaluk — the world’s northernmost settlements — along with Baffin Bay, Pond Inlet and the walrus-rich islands of Hudson Bay.
5. Fjords and Frontiers
Nuuk to St. John’s: 17 nights on World Navigator, starting September 13, 2027
A grand finale to the Arctic season, connecting Greenland’s ice fjords and Canada’s Torngat Mountains with rare landings at Monumental and Lady Franklin Islands, plus historic L’Anse aux Meadows.
What’s It Like on an Expedition with Atlas Ocean Voyages?
Every cruise includes:
Zodiac safaris and landings led by expert expedition guides; Polar Plunge challenges for adventurous travelers; educational lectures and guided nature walks with biologists, naturalists, and historians; and complimentary Atlas immersive experiences, including the Discover Longyearbyen event on voyages embarking from Svalbard.
Also, each journey is led by an expedition team of up to 13 passionate guides and naturalists, from biologists to mountaineers to conservationists whose expertise ensures that you gain a deeper understanding of these pristine environments.
Atlas Ocean Voyages cruises these expeditions on the Polar Category C and Ice Class 1B yachts World Navigator and World Voyager, which are designed for rugged sailing adventures while adhering to a mission of environmental stewardship.
With decks just 30 feet above the waterline and near-silent hydro-jet propulsion, cruisers can enjoy unparalleled wildlife viewing while minimizing environmental impact.