€26.000
€23.400
Highlights of this voyage
- Dutch Harbor
- Gjoa Haven
- Terror and Erebus
- West to East attempt
- Resolute
- Beechey Island
- Nuuk, Greenland
- Once in a lifetime!
In 2019 and 2023, the Tecla crew successfully navigated through the ice and channels of the North West Passage. In 2019 they sailed from East to West. In 2023 they sailed from West to East and in 2025 another attempt will be made from West to East.
AND you can be part of her expedition crew.
The attempt to sail the Northwest passage is a once in a lifetime experience. A long voyage of 52 days. Starting off in Dutch Harbor, you will first make your way to Nome. This will be the last harbor of America, where officials will stamp us out of the country. From there it will be over 1000 miles before entering Canada.
Ice reports and weather reports will be closely monitored as the Tecla and her crew get closer and closer to the edge of the ice.
The route to take will depend fully on the ice reports. Possible stops include Talayoak, Cambridge Bay, Gjoa Haven, Resolute, Beechey Island, Pond Inlet, finishing your voyage in Greenland, Nuuk.
The ice conditions in 2023 where thus that a passage through Bellot Strait was possible, which is an amazing opportunity. In 2019 the voyage Roald Amundsen made, was open to the Tecla. Although it took Roald Amundsen 3 years, it took the Tecla 50 days. In 2023 a route through Bellot Strait was possible and so each year is different.
Each attempt to sail through the passage is different. So many variables make it into a complicated but amazing voyage, a life long memory, standing in places so little people have visited before. Seeing cairns left by explorers and walking along shores named after the greatest explorers the western world has known in seafaring.
As part of the expedition crew you will be part of a watch when there are night sails. During the days at anchor, you will be able to go a shore and explore by foot. As we are in polar bear country, you will have to stay with the guide at all times, for your own and others safety.
During the voyage you will be kept up to date on the ice situation with Ice Charts that are send to the ship. You will get several presentations on ice navigation, sailing the Tecla, the history of the Tecla, the different explorers of the North West Passage and much more.
Spend your free hours on deck spotting polar bears or find a snug corner to read a book downstairs. Central heating on board will keep you nice and warm, even if it cools down below zero outside. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Flights
- Transport
- insurance
- Excursions / landing permits
Day 1: Welcome Aboard in Dutch Harbor
Join the Tecla crew in Dutch Harbor, Alaska, at 18:00 local time. The first evening includes introductions to the crew and your fellow explorers, a comprehensive safety briefing, and a hearty dinner to start the adventure on a high note.
Day 2–7: Sailing to Nome, Alaska
Set sail for Nome, Alaska, across the Bering Sea. This stretch of open water offers breathtaking seascapes, opportunities to spot marine life, and time to get into the rhythm of life at sea.
Day 8: Discovering Nome
Spend a day in Nome, known for its gold rush history and its gateway to Arctic adventures. Take the time to explore the town and its surroundings before setting sail once more.
Day 9–21: Heading to Tuktoyaktuk, Canada
Embark on a journey through the Chukchi Sea toward Tuktoyaktuk, navigating the Arctic Circle and preparing to clear into Canada. This leg of the voyage offers rugged Arctic landscapes and the thrill of true exploration.
Day 21–45: Exploring the Northwest Passage
Discover the fabled Northwest Passage, a maze of waterways connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Sail through ice-laden channels, visit remote Arctic settlements, and test your skills against ice conditions that challenge even the most seasoned sailors. Highlights may include Beechey Island, Franklin relics, and breathtaking Arctic scenery.
Day 46–51: Crossing Baffin Bay to Greenland
Depart from the Canadian Arctic and sail across Baffin Bay, heading toward Greenland’s rugged coast. Navigate the icebergs and dramatic fjords as you approach Nuuk, the vibrant capital of Greenland.
Day 51: Arrival in Nuuk
Reach Nuuk, Greenland, marking the end of your epic Arctic voyage. Take time to explore this cultural hub with its blend of modern amenities and Inuit traditions.
Day 52: Disembark in Nuuk
Say goodbye to the crew and your fellow adventurers. Disembark at 10:00 in Nuuk’s harbor, taking with you memories of a once-in-a-lifetime expedition through the Northwest Passage.
