HIGHLIGHTS
- An
expedition cruise leaving from Greenland to reach the Canadian Far
North through Newfoundland and Labrador up to the territory of Saint
Pierre and Miquelon, featuring abundant wildlife, historical
discoveries and magnificent panoramas.
- Outings
and shore visits in zodiac inflatables with a team of experienced
naturalist guides.
- Possibility
of hiking in the heart of abundant nature.
- The
shores of the Labrador region, its fjords, mountains, huge lakes, and
rich biodiversity.
- The
island of Newfoundland, its rich history between Viking and Basque
immigrations and its sumptuous scenery, to be discovered in particular
during unforgettable hikes.
- Landscapes:
drifting iceberg, jagged mountains, crystal-clear lakes, sheer cliffs,
majestic fjords, gigantic glaciers, peat bogs and boreal forests.
- Wildlife:
polar bears, muskox, seals, whales, thick-billed murres, gannets.
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
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| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Sep 13, 2025 | Sep 27, 2025 | 14,420 |
14,876 |
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Sep 13, 2025 | Sep 27, 2025 | 14,420 |
14,876 |
ITINERARY
Day
1 : Kangerlussuaq
From
1941 to 1992, the town of Kangerlussuaq in Greenland was home to an
American military base. Nowadays, thanks to its international airport,
it has become a transit point for travellers seeking adventure in the
Far North. Located to the north of the Arctic Circle, this town is the
starting point of magnificent discoveries surrounded by unspoiled
nature. Indeed, just a few dozen kilometres from there it is possible
to get close to the Greenland ice sheet, the largest body of ice in the
Northern Hemisphere. From Kangerlussuaq, admire also the superb
landscapes of tundra in autumnal colours, where Arctic hares, musk
oxen, Arctic foxes, reindeer, falcons and eagles live.
Day
2 : Sisimiut
During
your cruise, we invite you to discover Sisimiut, founded in 1756 and
the second largest town in Greenland. This small town is typical of
Greenland, boasting bewitching panoramas: here and there, colourful
stilt houses dot the undulating landscape, and the small fishing port
stands as the gateway to an icy realm. As for the town centre, it is
home to a number of historic buildings, a small church and a museum
which retraces the history of the Inuit people, as well as many craft
shops. When your ship drops anchor here, you will set out to meet the
locals in a typically arctic atmosphere.
Day
3 : Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut
The
small hamlet of Qikiqtarjuaq is on the east coast of Baffin Island, in
the heart of Nunavut territory. Bounded by the Davis Strait, the island
of Qikiqtarjuaq, formerly known as Broughton Island, is marked by the
history of whale hunting. During the 19th century, European whalers
travelled around the region and began trading with the Inuits. Later
on, the installation of a military post and a landing strip facilitated
access to this part of the world. Located very close to the Auyuittuq
National Park, Qikiqtarjuaq has very beautiful landscapes of mountains,
hills and ice, and is home to many emblematic Arctic animals: whales,
seals, walruses, narwhals and polar bears.
Day
4 : At sea
During
your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities
on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay
in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself
be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey
without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the
conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities
offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT
photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea,
they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire
the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe
marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest
and entertainment.
Day
5 : Grinnell Glacier, Nunavut
To
the south of Baffin Island, at the entrance to the fjord leading to
Iqaluit, the capital of Nunavut, lies the Grinnell Glacier.
Iqaluit’s name is derived from the Inuktitut language; it
means “place of many fish”, as the waters of the
fjord are teeming with Arctic char. The glacier, which is approximately
800 metres (2,625 feet) high, is named after Henry Grinnell, an
American philanthropist who funded several polar expeditions in the
19th century. Weather permitting, you will have the privilege of
admiring the glacier front from the sea during an outing in an
inflatable dinghy, before landing to walk up the valley running along
the glacier, in a rocky landscape with tundra vegetation.
Day
6 : Akpatok Island, Nunavut
In
the north-west of Ungava Bay, in Nunavut, the northernmost Canadian
province, Akpatok Island reveals its chiselled coastline. Uninhabited
by men, it is occupied by the thick-billed murres for which it was
named (Akpat is their name in Inuit). Its cliffs, rising up to 200
metres (656 feet) high, make an ideal nesting environment for these
birds. Dominated by a vast limestone plateau, the island is also
surrounded by numerous beaches where walruses sun themselves in the
summertime. From your inflatable dinghy, if the weather conditions
allow it, you might also have the chance to glimpse some polar bears
roaming along the cliffs in search of food.
Day
7 : Nachvak Fjord, Torngat Mountains National Park
Nachvak
Fjord is one of the longest fjords on the north coast of Labrador,
stretching out over 20 km (12.4 miles). Steep-sided, it is 2 km (1.2
miles) wide and lined with sheer rock faces. On its western end, its
two arms, Tallek and Tasiuyak, form the outlet of glacial valleys with
a characteristic U shape. The Torngat Mountains, the highest points of
the surrounding relief, are Labrador’s tallest. Nachvak Fjord
has always been an important fishing spot for the Inuit of Labrador,
and was once the northernmost trading post of the Hudson’s
Bay Company. You will be able to admire spectacular views from the
ship’s exterior decks, before taking your place aboard an
inflatable dinghy to get as close as possible to the coast.
Day
8 : Nain
Nain
is the northernmost permanent settlement in Newfoundland and Labrador,
accessible only by air or by sea. The town was established by Moravian
missionaries in 1771 and has been inhabited ever since. It now has a
population of around 850, composed mainly of Inuits. Fishing is the
main income-generating activity, with hunting and traditional trapping
activities resuming in the winter months. Accompanied by your
naturalist guides and local guides, you will have the chance to
discover daily life in Nain, then set off on a hike in the surrounding
hills. There, you will discover a beautiful view of the small
wooded valley in which the village lies.
Day
9 : Rigolet
Discover
the picturesque community of Rigolet, on the north coast of Labrador.
The wooden promenade, looking out onto the spruce forest and the waters
of Hamilton Inlet, is one of the longest in the world. The village,
located very near to Lake Melville, houses a community of 300
inhabitants who are, in the main part, descendants of the Labrador
Inuit and the European traders who came to settle in these parts from
the 18th century onwards. During your port of call, you’ll
admire the beautiful pieces of local craftsmanship: weaved baskets,
mats, sealskin clothing, sculptures… As for wildlife fans,
they will not be disappointed, with the possibility of observing
whales, as well as seals, orcas, bears, foxes, otters and migratory
birds.
Day
10 : Battle Harbour
Lying
some 15 kilometres (9 miles) off the wind-battered coast of Labrador,
the small and isolated Battle Harbour cultivates the traditions of a
community of Newfoundland fishermen. Once home to a saltfish mercantile
complex established around 1770, the island offers visitors a carefully
maintained heritage in a stunning setting of rocky coves and emerald
moors... The small, colourful wooden houses, the shops and fish
warehouses, all vestiges reflecting the rich local history, have earned
the island its designation as a National Historic Site of Canada. Your
team of naturalists will guide you along the island’s paths,
for an immersion into the past of the tough fishermen who settled here.
Day
11 : L'Anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland
Located
at the Northern extremity of the island of Newfoundland,
L’Anse aux Meadows is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
and is the only site known to have been established by the Vikings in
North America. Its ancient vestiges provide the very first traces of
European presence in the new world. The remains found on this splendid
11th century Scandinavian archaeological site are identical to those
found in Iceland. Aboard your ship, cruise in the wake of those first
Vikings who discovered the tip of North America 500 years before
Christopher Columbus arrived on the shores of the American continent. A
memorable adventure in a setting punctuated with coastal peat bogs,
grass and many varieties of shrubs and lichen.
Day
12 : Twillingate, Newfoundland
In
the azure setting of the Newfoundland coast, Twillingate stands like a
rare jewel, with its jagged cliffs embracing the ocean. This
picturesque haven, inhabited for over 3,000 years, was once the fiefdom
of intrepid fishermen. The municipality now proudly shelters its
secular lighthouse, an immutable sentinel facing the Atlantic. In this
area, as soon as you arrive on the island, you will make the most of
six walking trails in the heart of the famous Rockcut Twillingate
Trails, from where you will be able to admire the striking views of
local birdlife, unique geological formations and, if you are lucky,
majestic northern moose. These itineraries wind their way through wild
and preserved nature, providing a complete immersion in a coastal
ecosystem featuring rare beauty. For those wishing to enjoy a more
contemplative experience, the local museum, the historic lighthouse and
the church make for very rich cultural alternatives, enabling visitors
to explore the secrets of Twillingate fascinating maritime heritage,
which is remarkably concentrated.
Day
13 : Bonavista, Newfoundland
Bonavista
is a charming and picturesque fishing village nestled along the eastern
flank of the island of Newfoundland and it will surprise you with its
authentic and preserved character. Fall in love with these mysterious
and untamed lands, where the ocean clashes vigorously against the
protruding and sheer cliffs and the wind ripples the high wild grass
covering the moor. In the nearby Dungeon Provincial Park, you will be
able to explore this unique nature while observing the ballet of the
many seabirds that have taken up residence on these coastlines.
Day
13 : Trinity Bay, Newfoundland
In
the northern confines of Newfoundland, Trinity Bay unfolds like an
aquatic jewel set in the granitic case of the Atlantic coast. Its deep
azure waters creep into the crevices of the coastline, creating a maze
of fjords and inlets that provide refuge for myriad marine species. The
jagged cliffs that overlook it, age-old remnants of glacial erosion,
offer a splendid spectacle for the contemplative gaze. This maritime
enclave, the cradle of abundant biodiversity, remains an eloquent
witness to the untamed magnificence of boreal nature.
Day
14 : St. John's, Newfoundland
You
will be charmed by the small multi-coloured wooden houses hanging to
the side of cliffs at the entrance to the bay or edging the small steep
streets of the capital of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and
Labrador. Their green, blue, red and yellow colours are reminiscent of
fishing boats. This quiet little port at the end of the world, the
easternmost in North America, became the first English colony founded
on American territory in 1497. Protected by the Gulf Stream, the
climate here is relatively mild and the natural landscapes are
spectacular. You’ll be able to enjoy magnificent panoramas
from Signal Hill. It was at the summit of this hill that Guglielmo
Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless signal in 1901.
Day
15 : Saint Pierre Island, Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Off
the Canadian coast, discover Saint Pierre Island, one of the two main
islands of the Saint Pierre and Miquelon archipelago, the only French
territory in North America. Endowed with a natural harbour, the island,
whose name is a reference to the patron saint of fishermen, developed
around the fishing industry and still has many traces of its past
today. Whale hunting, cod fishing, alcohol smuggling during the
Prohibition: all of these memories are still very much alive in the
capital, Saint-Pierre. The island is also renowned for the observation
of exceptional fauna including, among others, whales, fin whales,
dolphins, seals, puffins and petrels.
Le Boreal (Luxury Expedition, 264-guests)
Le Boreal embodies the subtle alliance between luxury, intimacy and wellbeing which is PONANT's signature. The elegance of her exterior and interior lines and her intimate size (only 132 staterooms and suites) make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market. Superior materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful decor reflect a nautical mood subtly revisited. Aboard, soothing neutral grey tones are enlivened by splashes of red, our signature theme linking tradition and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a private yacht.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Flight Paris/Longyearbyen and Longyearbyen/Paris selected
by PONANT in economy class.
- Transfers mentioned in the programme.
- English-speaking assistance.
Excluded
from this voyage:
- Personal expenses.
- Any other service not mentioned in the programme.
