Atlas Ocean Voyages: the arctic expeditions for 2027
Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced its highly anticipated Arctic Expeditions season for 2027, a program that stands out as one of the most comprehensive and adventurous ever offered by the company.
The new routes will take guests through some of the most remote and iconic regions on the planet, including Arctic Canada, Greenland, Iceland, and the Svalbard archipelago, with departures aboard specially designed expedition yachts built to withstand the extreme conditions of polar latitudes.
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The 2027 season marks a period of significant growth for Atlas Ocean Voyages, as it introduces no less than twenty-seven new ports of call, significantly expanding the geographic range of its operations. Among the new destinations are highly captivating and hard-to-reach locations such as Pond Inlet and Kimmirut, situated in the fascinating Canadian territory of Nunavut, as well as Churchill and Coats Island in the vast and spectacular Hudson Bay. Equally extraordinary are the new areas explored in Eastern Greenland, where the fjords remain some of the most remote and pristine in the world, alongside the wild King Frederick VI Coast, one of the most isolated and dramatic shorelines on the Greenlandic continent.
James A. Rodriguez, President and CEO of Atlas Ocean Voyages, emphasized the company’s excitement in expanding its presence in the remote regions of Arctic Canada. He pointed out that these northern territories offer a unique mix of untouched nature, cultural authenticity, and encounters with Arctic wildlife, and that the 2027 season will allow guests to fully experience the essence of expedition travel, offering an intimate, adventurous, and deeply enriching experience aboard the company’s small yachts, designed to explore the world’s most extreme areas with respect and safety.
Among the highlights of the season are the Svalbard, a region where the glacial landscape is home to polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes, and seabird colonies, offering travelers the chance to experience the purest essence of the Arctic. The Canadian High Arctic provides a fascinating encounter with Inuit cultures and the opportunity to visit villages like Pond Inlet and Kimmirut, set against a scenic backdrop marked by the constant presence of polar wildlife. Greenland, with its many facets, surprises with its variety of experiences—from the rarely visited eastern fjords to the Norse ruins in the south, to the stunning icebergs of the western fjords.
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The new schedule also includes routes considered rare in the expedition landscape, such as navigation through the western fjords of Iceland, passing by the volcanic island of Jan Mayen, and traversing the most remote areas of the Svalbard archipelago. One of the most spectacular sections of the season is the navigation along the King Frederick VI Coast, a virtually uninhabited Greenlandic coastline characterized by a series of gorges, cliffs, and ice tongues, making it one of the wildest and most captivating destinations in the entire Northern Hemisphere.
The variety of itineraries is one of the season’s strengths. Among the most significant journeys is the “Polar Circle Odyssey,” a ten-night crossing from Reykjavík to Longyearbyen that allows travelers to cross the Arctic Circle, explore Icelandic fjords, discover the remote Jan Mayen, and spend three full days exploring the Svalbard archipelago. Other more expansive itineraries, such as the “Polar Wilderness Quest,” a sixteen-night expedition from Nuuk to Churchill, connect Greenland and Arctic Canada, offering a rich experience of wildlife, glacial landscapes, and Inuit cultures. Other options, like the “Midnight Sun Odyssey,” take advantage of the magic of Arctic light to guide guests from Longyearbyen to Reykjavík through landscapes dominated by the midnight sun. The season continues with itineraries dedicated to deep navigation through Greenland’s fjords and Baffin Bay and concludes with a journey that connects Greenland’s towering cliffs with Canada’s Newfoundland landscapes, including historic stops like L’Anse aux Meadows.
Each expedition is accompanied by a team of experts, including naturalists, biologists, historians, mountaineers, and conservationists, who lead daily activities such as Zodiac landings, nature excursions, and onboard lectures focused on the Arctic ecosystem. Iconic moments, such as the Polar Plunge and immersive activities organized by Atlas, also feature, including the Discover Longyearbyen event for departures from Svalbard.
The company’s yachts, World Navigator and World Voyager, both with polar certification, have been designed to ensure minimal environmental impact and extremely quiet navigation thanks to hydro-jet propulsion. Their compact structure allows for exceptional proximity to the water and privileged visibility of Arctic wildlife, while maintaining the highest standards of comfort and elegance.
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Atlas Ocean Voyages’ 2027 Arctic Expedition season thus represents an ambitious and innovative milestone in the world of expedition cruising, solidifying the company’s position as a leader in luxury polar exploration. With the introduction of new ports, unique itineraries, and yachts designed to ensure comfort, safety, and environmental respect, guests will have the opportunity to experience authentic and immersive journeys through pristine landscapes, local cultures, and up-close encounters with Arctic wildlife. Supported by a team of experts and with a constant focus on sustainability, each voyage promises to become an unforgettable adventure, combining excitement, discovery, and luxury in one of the most remote and captivating regions of the planet.
The 2027 season is not only a geographic expansion but a true invitation to rediscover the Arctic in all its grandeur, offering travelers the chance to live extraordinary and deeply enriching experiences.
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