The North-West Passage Expedition
More than 120 years after Roald Amundsen’s historic expedition, a new voyage begins through the legendary Northwest Passage aboard Alma af Frøya.
More than a century ago, Roald Amundsen and his small crew set out into the unknown, determined to become the first to navigate the legendary Northwest Passage.
For nearly three years they battled ice, isolation, and the unforgiving Arctic before finally completing one of the greatest feats in exploration history.
Now, more than 120 years later, we follow in their wake. Aboard Alma af Frøya , a faithful replica of Amundsen’s ship Gjøa. This voyage retraces the historic route through some of the most remote and awe-inspiring landscapes on Earth. It is not simply a journey through the Arctic, but a chance to experience the spirit of exploration that once carried Amundsen and his crew into the unknown.
Our familiy legacy is the very foundation of Amundsen Adventure & Arctic Ocean Lodge. Roald Amundsen respected and learnt from the Inuits, while exploring cutting edge technology
We are inspired by his approach to innovation through tradition – Alma represents the heritage and culture through sail and traditional seamen craft proven through numerous expeditions in arctic waters
The location of Arctic Ocean Lodge is next to “Bjørnskinn” on Andøya where one of the crew members Helmer Hansen on Gjøa where born, hence we are bringing with us our cultural legacy
The North-West Passage (ONLY ONE SEAT LEFT)
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Duration: 50-60 days
Start: Andøya, Norway 10 June or Faroe Island 15 June or Ilulissat (Greenland) 21 July 2026
End: Dutch Harbor, Late September 2026Highlights of the Voyage:
• Experience the raw, untouched beauty of the Arctic—glittering icebergs, sweeping tundra, and haunting northern lights.
• Visit sites steeped in exploration history, including Gjoa Haven (named for Amundsen’s ship) and the fateful location of the Franklin Expedition—lost to the ice for more than a century.
• Engage with the vibrant cultures of the North and participate in research that contributes to
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Price: NOK 300 000
including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants.
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
A once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the heart of the Arctic!
Andøya (Norway) to Ilulissat (Greenland)
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Number of days: 30
Distance: Approximately 1900nM
Start: Andøya (Norway) - Arctic Ocean Lodge, June 10th 2026
End: Ilulissat (Greenland) July 10th 2026Highlights
• Offshore sailing beyond the mainland
• Midnight sun over jagged peaks
• Arrival at one of Norway’s most remote communities
• Island exploration and quiet anchorages
• Only 6 guest berths – an intimate and exclusive expedition experience
• Become part of the active crew aboard a classic 70-foot ocean schooner
• Authentic offshore sailing, not a cruise but a true ocean passage
• Hands-on seamanship including navigation, watchkeeping and sail handling -
Price: NOK 102 000
Including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants.
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
A once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the heart of the Arctic!
Nome (Alaska) to Seattle (USA)
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Number of days: 29
Distance: Approximately 1700nM
Start: Nome (Alaska), September 15th 2026
End: Seattle (USA) October 28th 2026Highlights of the Voyage:
• Experience the raw, untouched beauty of the Southern Alaska.
• Engage with the vibrant cultures of the North and participate in research that contributes to
understanding and preserving Arctic heritage.
• Only 6 guest berths – an intimate and exclusive expedition experience
• Become part of the active crew aboard a classic 70-foot ocean schooner
• Authentic offshore sailing, not a cruise but a true ocean passage
• Hands-on seamanship including navigation, watchkeeping and sail handling -
Price: EUR5500
Including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
A once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the heart of the Arctic!
Seattle (USA) to San Francisco (USA)
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Number of days: 7
Distance: Approximately 800nM
Start: Seattle, USA, November 1st 2026
End: San Francisco, USA, November 7th 2026Highlights of the Voyage:
• Only 6 guest berths – an intimate and exclusive expedition experience
• Become part of the active crew aboard a classic 70-foot ocean schooner
• Authentic offshore sailing, not a cruise but a true ocean passage
• Hands-on seamanship including navigation, watchkeeping and sail handling -
Price: 37 000
Including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
San Francisco (USA) to Panama City (USA)
Panama City (USA) to Cancùn (Mexico)
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Number of days: 18
Distance: Approximately 1000nM
Start: Panama 1 January 2027
End: Cancún 14 January 2027Highlights
• Only 6 guest berths – an intimate and exclusive expedition experience
• Become part of the active crew aboard a classic 70-foot ocean schooner
• Authentic offshore sailing, not a cruise but a true ocean passage
• Hands-on seamanship including navigation, watchkeeping and sail handling
• Full daylight Panama Canal transit – cross from the Pacific to the Caribbean in one day
• San Blas Islands (Guna Yala) – untouched coral islands and indigenous culture
• UNESCO-listed Portobelo – forts, pirates, and treasure-fleet history
• Bocas del Toro & Belize Barrier Reef – rainforest, reefs, and world-class snorkelling
• Isla Mujeres & Yucatán Coast – relaxed Caribbean charm before arrival in Cancún
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Price: NOK 55 000
Including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
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Number of days: 44
Distance: Approximately 3100nm
Start: San Francisco (USA)
17 November 2026
End: Panama City, December 30th 2026Highlights:
• Only 6 guest berths – an intimate and exclusive expedition experience
• Become part of the active crew aboard a classic 70-foot ocean schooner
• Authentic offshore sailing, not a cruise but a true ocean passage
• Hands-on seamanship including navigation, watchkeeping and sail handling
• Sail historic Pacific exploration routes from California to Panama -
Price: EUR 7500
Including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
Cancùn (Mexico) to Bahamas
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Number of days: 18
Distance: Approximately 1200nM
Start: Cancun, Mexico 25 January 2027
End: Bahamas 11 February 2027Highlights
• Only 6 guest berths – an intimate and exclusive expedition experience
• Become part of the active crew aboard a classic 70-foot ocean schooner
• Authentic offshore sailing, not a cruise but a true ocean passage
• Hands-on seamanship including navigation, watchkeeping and sail handling
• Soft start in Cancún – first night at anchor to settle in and unwind.
• World-class reefs – snorkeling and swimming along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef
• True sea passage – open-ocean sailing and life onboard
• Remote islands – Cayman Islands, Turks & Caicos, and the Exumas
• Bahamas finale – shallow turquoise waters, sandbars, and island-hopping.
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Price: NOK 55 000
Including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
Bahamas to New York (USA)
New York (USA) to Andøya (Norway
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Number of days: 55
Distance: Approximately 4200nM
Start: New York, USA 25th April 2027
End: Andenes (Andøya), Norway, approximately 10 June 2027, but may change pending weather
Highlights of the Voyage:
• Sail a once in a lifetime route: New York to Newfoundland’s Viking outpost, then a full Atlantic crossing to Ireland.
• Experience expedition life for real—watchkeeping, helming, navigation, sail handling and seamanship (training provided).
• Historic waypoints: L’Anse aux Meadows, Ireland’s west coast, Scotland’s Caledonian Canal, Orkney and Shetland.
• Small crew, big ocean: limited berths for a close knit team and a deeper sense of achievement.
• A varied voyage: ocean swell and trade offs of the open Atlantic, then rugged island hopping and Norway’s dramatic coastline.
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Price: NOK 90 000
Including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
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Number of days: 20
Distance: Approximately 700nM
Start: Bahamas, 1st April 2027
End: New York (USA) 20 April 2027HIGHLIGHTS
• Bahamas – shallow turquoise waters, sandbars, and island hopping.
• Small ship expedition style – access places large ships cannot
• New York Urban life at the end.
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Price: NOK 78 000
Including all food onboard, but not including flights and restaurants
For more details about logistics, the sailing route, embarkation and disembarkation, and recommended packing, feel free to get in touch, we’re happy to help you plan the perfect trip.
A once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the heart of the Arctic!
