The great sweep of the Arctic encompasses the northernmost latitudes on earth, offering unparalleled encounters with the natural world at its most rugged and wild.
A journey to the destinations of the Arctic offers countless opportunities to experience the wonder of expedition travel, whether Zodiac cruising through drifting pack ice, witnessing the immensity of dramatic bird cliffs, searching for the elusive polar bear and much more.
Aurora Expeditions is a 100 per cent climate neutral company that has been taking people on amazing, respectful adventures to the world’s most incredible places including the Arctic and beyond for over three decades.
Founded by legendary Australian adventurer Greg Mortimer, Aurora is passionate about taking travellers to off-the-beaten-path destinations, helping them discover, feel inspired and connected to all that our planet has to offer.
The Arctic is a vast region containing eight different countries, mind-blowing landscapes, fascinating traditional cultures, iconic wildlife, and an array of options for adventure and exploration.
Greenland
Greenland is a photographer’s dreamland, a land of ice and snow, iceberg-filled fjords, towering mountain peaks and magical night skies. A voyage to this remote country straddling Europe and North America, with its layers of Inuit culture and fascinating Viking history, reveals a land of superlatives. Experience the world’s largest island, have the chance to witness the largest ice cap in the northern hemisphere, or visit some of the most remote settlements on earth, including Nuuk, the world’s northernmost capital.
Svalbard
Known as the wildlife capital of the Arctic, Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago home to two arctic giants that bring a thrill to all that see them – the majestic polar bear and the wallowing walrus. There are countless other creatures to look out for within this icy, fairy-tale-like realm, including beluga whales, arctic fox, reindeer, and bird species perched on cliffs in their thousands, such as guillemots, puffins and kittiwakes.
Northwest Passage
A destination for history buffs, those interested in connecting with local Inuit communities, or travellers seeking a genuine adventure led by the elements, the fabled Northwest Passage in Canada’s High Arctic offers a fascinating escape through ancient landscapes and a maze of waterways. This mysterious region captivated early explorers such as Franklin and Amundsen with its other-worldly vistas, stunning geology and glacial valleys.
Iceland
A voyage to the Land of Fire and Ic’ reveals a place where stark beauty and dramatic landscapes capture the imagination, and where hot springs, calving glaciers, lava-strewn fields and craggy volcanoes create unrivalled experiences for every kind of traveller. Witness breathtaking fjords rich in birdlife, enjoy a glacier hike, explore quaint towns, getting to know the locals and their fascinating culture, and so much more.
Life onboard and in the action
Aurora’s two new vessels, the Greg Mortimer and the Sylvia Earle, are purpose-built for discovery in an intimate and informal setting, holding a maximum of 132 passengers. Their small size means they can go where larger ships cannot, they have greater flexibility to change plans based on conditions or chance wildlife encounters, and with two to three landings per day, passengers can enjoy more time off-ship exploring, whether on land or water.
Each voyage is accompanied by Aurora’s highly-skilled Expedition Team, many of whom are leaders in their fields and share their wisdom during onboard lectures, Zodiac cruises, citizen science projects, landings and more.
Passengers are also spoilt for choice when it comes to activities that facilitate deeper exploration. There’s Zodiac cruising, hiking, lectures, photography with our onboard professionals, and optional add-ons such as sea kayaking amongst the mind-blowing landscapes of Greenland, Svalbard, Iceland and more.
To learn more about this adventure of a lifetime, join Aurora Expeditions at an upcoming information session in Noosa: 30 November, 2-4pm. Contact your travel agent or call on 1800 637 688 to find out more.
