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Adventure Canada - Arctic Safari - July / August
Expedition cruise within the Arctic Circle
Our classic Arctic expedition begins by exploring Greenland’s fjords and communities. The great icefjord at Ilulissat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and source of the majority of the icebergs in the North Atlantic, is one of many highlights Across the Davis Strait, the Canadian Arctic experience begins in Qikiqtarjuaq (Broughton Island). As we head north, opportunities for polar bear, whales, and musk ox abound on Devon Island, while Prince Leopold Island is one of Canada’s best birding areas. Abandoned RCMP and HBC posts offer a glimpse into the region’s rich history; at Beechey Island, we’ll pay our respects at the graves of three of Sir John Franklin’s men. Resolute Bay memorializes the courage of the Inuit of Canada’s Arctic.
On this trip, we will live and breathe the natural history of some of the planet’s most striking features as we search for the cultures and wildlife of the vast and beautiful north.
Your Holiday Includes
Charter flights are required from Toronto to Kangerlussuaq outbound, and Qausuittuq to Ottawa inbound. These can be arranged as part of the package by Adventure Canada at additional cost.
ABOARD
The expertise and company of our expedition staff, onboard educational presentations, Interactive workshops, evening entertainment, 24-hour documentary and film programming, fully stocked library
All shipboard meals, including on deck barbeques & afternoon tea, 24-hour coffee, tea and snacks, Hors d’oeuvres & snacks during evening recaps
ASHORE
Introductions to local people and customs, sightseeing, museum entries, park accesses, port taxes, access to pristine wilderness areas, Zodiac tours and cruises, on-site archaeology workshops, community programming: local performances, presentations, and demonstrations
Suggested Itinerary/Excursions
Proposed itinerary, subject to variation
Day 1 Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Day 2 Sisimiut, Greenland
Day 3 Ilulissat, Greenland
Day 4 Uummannaq Fjord, Greenland
Day 5 Karrat Fjord, Greenland
Day 6 Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut (Canada)
Day 7/8 Northeast Baffin Island
Day 9 Mittimatilik (Pond Inlet)
Day 10 Lancaster Sound
Day 11 Prince Leopold and Beechey Islands
Day 12 Quaasuittuq (Resolute)
Highlights
Search for bears, whales, and walrus in their Arctic feeding grounds
Voyage along the magnificent fjords of Greenland’s coast
Marvel at the Arctic in summer bloom
Cruise the seabird colony at Prince Leopold Island via Zodiac
Cross the Arctic Circle by sea
Accommodation Details
Ocean Endeavour
Sailing with a maximum of 198-passengers, Ocean Endeavour is the perfect vessel for expedition cruising. Outfitted with twenty Zodiacs, advanced navigation equipment, multiple lounges and a top deck observation room, she is purpose-built for passenger experiences in remote environments. The Ocean Endeavour boasts a 1B ice class, enabling her to freely explore throughout the Arctic summer.
Enjoy multiple decks offering comfortable lounge chairs, outdoor dining, a swimming pool, sauna and even a hot tub! The spacious interiors allow for multiple workshops and presentations to occur simultaneously. Community is at the heart of Adventure Canada’s expedition experience. We gather together to learn, enjoy a drink, sing a song or share a yarn – connecting with one and other. The three lounges aboard Ocean Endeavour are fantastic public spaces for seminars, events and dialogue. The Ocean Endeavour’s private spaces are stylish and comfortable. All cabins have private washroom facilities, a phone for internal calls, radio, TV and air-conditioning. There are a variety of cabin categories available ranging from 9-30 m2 (100-320 sq ft). Ocean Endeavour’s crew is experienced, and friendly. Her shallow draft and manoeuverability allow her to access isolated fiords, bays and secluded communities. The stylish vessel is at home among the glorious settings we seek.
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