Who successfully navigated the Northwest Passage?

explorer Roald Amundsen
Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen was the first man who successfully navigated the North-West Passage by boat, on a voyage that lasted from 1903 to 1906. Roald Amundsen, from Norway, is one of the world’s most famous polar explorers.

What was the mythical Northwest Passage?

Northwest Passage, historical sea passage of the North American continent. It represents centuries of effort to find a route westward from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean through the Arctic Archipelago of what became Canada.

Who first discovered the Northwest Passage?

John Cabot, a Venetian navigator living in England, became the first European to explore the Northwest Passage in 1497. He sailed from Bristol, England, in May with a small crew of 18 men and made landfall somewhere in the Canadian Maritime islands the following month.

When is Zegrahm 30 years in expedition travel?

In 2020, Zegrahm will be celebrating 30 years in expedition travel! When our founders started the company in 1990, they were committed to crafting innovative and industry-leading itineraries for curious explorers like you, and their original mission remains Zegrahm’s core focus three decades later.

Which is the best way to travel with Zegrahm?

Join our bold fellowship of likeminded explorers in one final glorious year of travel – in true Zegrahm style – with world-class properties and ships, delicious cuisine, authentic encounters and unmatched camaraderie.

What does Jeff Zegrahm do for a living?

We are deeply committed to preserving wildlife and nature, and fostering an appreciation of the people and cultures we encounter through adventure travel. Mountaineer, ski instructor, sailor and scuba diving professional – all of these titles describe Jeff’s ability to share the outdoors with others.