2026 ARCTIC EXPEDITIONS

Founded on the unparalleled expeditionary adventures of full-time explorer Joe Shutter, The Great Expedition Company is a purveyor of exceptional experiences, specialising in the Arctic.


Choose Your Arctic Expedition for 2026

Circumnavigating Svalbard

JUNE 29 - JULY 10

I want to go super far north, to the land of the ice bears!
I want to cross the Arctic and see there world's largest National Park!

Svalbard to Greenland

JULY 27 - AUG 10

I want to watch the total solar eclipse in Greenland!

GREENLAND + RTN SAIL TO ICELAND

Sept 17-27

I want to see the world's largest fjords
I want to see the world's largest fjords

Our Approach to Arctic Expeditions

Our connection to the Arctic began with a simple belief: some places change you, not through spectacle, but through presence. The Arctic has a way of stripping things back to what matters. Ice, light, and silence create an environment where perspective comes naturally and curiosity is rewarded.

We design each Arctic expedition to reflect that spirit. These journeys are built around patience, respect, and a deep appreciation for the environments we travel through. Moving through the Arctic is not about ticking off destinations. It is about understanding landscapes that demand attention and humility.

A Greenland expedition captures this philosophy perfectly. In Greenland, nature and culture are inseparable. Vast fjords, powerful ice, and resilient communities shape an experience that feels both remote and deeply grounded. Traveling here offers insight into a region where people have lived in close relationship with the environment for generations.

For us, Arctic expeditions are not simply journeys across ice and sea. They are opportunities to learn, to reflect, and to foster a lasting respect for one of the most remarkable regions on Earth.