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The Arctic is home to some of the world’s most magnificent whales, from the colossal blue whale to the playful beluga. On an Aurora Expeditions voyage, you can witness these awe-inspiring marine giants breaching, feeding, and navigating the icy waters of Greenland, Svalbard, and the Northwest Passage. Discover the incredible diversity of Arctic whales in their natural habitat.
Whale Species You Might Encounter
Blue Whales
The blue whale is the largest animal on Earth. Its mottled skin, a blend of light and dark grey patches, appears slate blue on overcast days and shimmers silvery turquoise under bright sunlight.
Fin Whales
Fin whales, the sleek ‘razorback’ giants of the sea, are the second largest whale species after the blue whale. With their pointed heads, streamlined bodies, and distinctive dorsal ridges, they glide through Arctic and Antarctic waters in search of krill and small fish.
Beluga Whale
The beluga whale is known for its bright white colour, rounded forehead (melon), and highly expressive faces. It is extremely vocal, earning the nickname “canary of the sea,” and uses sound for communication and echolocation in murky, ice-covered waters.
Humpback Whale
The humpback whale is famous for its long pectoral fins, complex songs, and acrobatic breaches. It undertakes some of the longest migrations of any mammal, travelling between cold feeding grounds and warm tropical breeding waters each year. Once heavily hunted, humpback whales have made a strong recovery and are now a symbol of successful marine conservation.
Narwhal
This medium-sized Arctic whale is best known for the long, spiral tusk found on most males, which is actually an elongated canine tooth. It lives year-round in Arctic waters, using echolocation to hunt fish and squid beneath dense sea ice. Often called the “unicorn of the sea,” the narwhal is highly adapted to extreme environments and is considered an important indicator of Arctic ocean health.
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