Aurora Expeditions
Aurora Expeditions
Aurora Expeditions is an award-winning Australian-owned expedition company pioneering experiential travel for over 33 years. A Certified B Corporation™️, Aurora is deeply committed to immersive, responsible adventures on our purpose-built small ships to preserve the beauty and majesty that mother nature possesses, and we take real actions for the care of the planet.
Founded on the guiding principles of adventure and endless exploration, the small ship experience is intimate and friendly. Aurora Expeditions takes travellers on perspective-altering experiences to some of the planet’s most remote and incredible places.
Aurora provides a comprehensive and adventurous program, designed for global discovery onboard our fleet of small ships, Greg Mortimer, Sylvia Earle and our brand-new ship, Douglas Mawson.
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The Northwest Passage
Get a glimpse into the world that captivated early explorers such as Franklin, Amundsen and Larsen, by exploring a portion of the fabled Northwest Passage. Visit the final resting places of a few explorers and experience Canada’s High Arctic region. We plan to meet indigenous people who call this remote wilderness home and encounter enigmatic arctic wildlife. Embark on an adventure through these other-worldly vistas full of history, in genuine expedition style.
Location: Departs from Toronto, Canada. Arrives to Calgary, Canada (or in reverse*)
Duration: From 16 Days
Time: July & August 2024 and August & September 2025
*Departure and arrival ports vary per itinerary.
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Traversing the Northwest Passage
On this epic voyage inspired by Roald Amundsen’s historic expedition, we attempt to sail the full length of the Northwest Passage, carving our way west through the maze of waterways that hug the fabled islands of Arctic Canada, until we reach the Beaufort Sea. Building on our classic Northwest Passage voyage, we visit historical sites explored by heroic adventurers of the past and meet the incredible people that call this region home.
Location: Departs from Toronto, Canada. Arrives to Anchorage, USA.
Duration: From 29 Days
Time: August 2024 and August 2025
