HIGHLIGHTS
- View
the spectacular Arctic coastal regions by Zodiac
- Immerse
yourself in the creative tradition, science, and culture of the Arctic
- Appreciate
Inuit life in Greenland, Nunavut, and Nunavik
- Seek
polar bears, marine mammals, and seabirds in the rich waters of Hudson
Strait
- Learn
about Inuit art and culture from artists and experts
- Visit
some of Nunavut’s greatest carvers in their workshops
- Cross
the Arctic Circle by ship while enjoying glorious Sondre Stromfjord
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
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Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Charter
Flight Details:
- Northbound
Charter Flight: Ottawa, ON to Iqaluit, NU (early morning departure) -
Price: USD 900
- Southbound
Charter Flight: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to Toronto, ON (evening
arrival) - Price: USD 1,375
Rates are listed per person
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| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
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Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Charter
Flight Details:
- Northbound
Charter Flight: Ottawa, ON to Iqaluit, NU (early morning departure) -
Price: USD 900
- Southbound
Charter Flight: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to Toronto, ON (evening
arrival) - Price: USD 1,375
ITINERARY
Day
1: Iqaluit
Iqaluit,
at the head of Frobisher Bay, is Nunavut’s bustling capital.
A population of nearly 8,000 (and growing) call Iqaluit home. Local
attractions include the territorial Legislature, igloo-inspired St.
Jude’s Cathedral, art shops, and more.
We
will transfer by Zodiac to the Ocean Endeavour through busy Iqaluit
harbor. Take a moment to notice the amazing tide! Once all are aboard,
we’ll begin our journey down Frobisher Bay.
Day
2: Frobisher Bay
We’ll
be on the lookout for wildlife, of course. Our geologists will have you
raving about rocks, and the tundra plants beneath your feet are worth a
closer look. Expect compelling scenery, and soak up the Arctic splendor
as we go!
Day
3: Kimmirut (Lake Harbor)
Kimmirut
means “the heel” in Inuktitut, referring to an
outcrop of marble across the bay from the community. Kimmirut is
considered one of the most charming communities on the South Baffin
coast.
Art
aficionados may know the hamlet as Lake Harbor, once the home of a
Hudson Bay company post. Art has played a major role in putting
Kimmirut on the map. The Dewey Soper Building houses a gallery of
outstanding works of art.
Day
4: Kinngait (Cape Dorset)
Kinngait
was ground zero for the Inuit art market. In 1959, the West Baffin
Eskimo Co-operative was established: it remains the oldest arts
organization in the Canadian Arctic and the oldest professional Inuit
printmaking studio in Canada.
Old
and new generations of outstanding artists, carvers, and printmakers
continue to make Kinngait a proud centre for Inuit art. We’ll
visit studios and meet the artists here—an opportunity to
purchase outstanding works straight from the source.
Day
5: Hudson Strait
On
this exploration day, we’ll be making the most of what the
wind, weather and wildlife have to offer. We can expect to navigate the
icy waters of Hudson Strait. Our expedition staff will scan for polar
bears, walrus, whales, seals, and seabirds as we go.
Day
6: Ivujivik
We
call in at Nunavik’s northernmost community, Ivujivik. With a
population of just under five hundred, the dramatic setting sits at the
confluence of Hudson Strait and Hudsons Bay, the high tidal environment
provides for rich wildlife. Nunavik is the Inuit homeland in Quebec and
comprises the northern third of the province.
Day
7: Ungava Peninsula
Heading
northwest along the Ungava Peninsula, we’re exploring an area
of treeless tundra rich in geology and flora. We’ll enjoy
hiking and a zodiac cruise.
Day
8: Akpatok Island
Uninhabited
Akpatok Island is the biggest island in Ungava Bay, at over nine
hundred square kilometers. It’s named for the
akpat—the thick-billed murres—that nest on ledges
of Aktpatok’s lofty cliffs. These penguin-like birds are
truly a delight to watch: tremendous swimmers, but comical flyers.
Here
we’ll use our Zodiacs to scout the shorelines and any
outlying ice with hopes of seeing polar bears, walrus, and other marine
life.
Day
9: Ungava Bay
Today
will be an expedition day in the truest sense as we navigate the east
coast of Ungava Bay. We’ll search for Polar bears as we call
in at an abandoned fishing community.
As
always expedition staff will be watching for birds, marine mammals, and
wildlife on the land. Keep your binoculars and expedition gear at the
ready!
Day
10: At Sea – David Strait
Our
presentation series will continue as we steam across the Davis Strait
towards Greenland. Our resource staff will deepen your understanding of
the Arctic as we go. This is an excellent time to enjoy workshops and
group learning, watch a documentary or dive into our library.
While
out on deck, keep your binoculars ready for minke and humpback whales
amid pack ice, as well as the seabirds that are sure to mark our
passage.
Day
11: Nuuk
Welcome
to Nuuk, the capital of Greenland that bridges old and new. The old
harbor region of town includes many buildings dating from the Danish
colonial days. The modern downtown core includes shopping, cafes and
restaurants, and public institutions with a European flair.
The
Greenland National Museum is one of Nuuk’s many outstanding
features; the world-famous Greenland mummies are housed here. The
museum’s exhibits also offer in-depth information about
colonial, Norse, and Inuit presence in Greenland—a must-see.
Day
12: Quqqata Kommunia
The
west Greenland coastline is a rich mixture of fishing communities, many
islands and complex coastal waterways. The waters are relatively warm
here, due to the West Greenland Current and the sub-Arctic location.
This makes for lusher vegetation.
This
is a day in the spirit of expedition travel and we will avail ourselves
of the opportunities that present themselves.
Day
13: Kangerlussuaq
Early
this morning we’ll complete our overnight journey up Sondre
Stromfjord – a 168-kilometer-long fjord surrounded by
mountains and glaciers. Kangerlussuaq, the town at its eastern head,
means ‘the big fjord’.
Kangerlussuaq
is a former US Air Force base and Greenland’s primary flight
hub. We’ll transfer to shore by zodiac and be bused along
Greenland’s longest road – less than twenty
kilometers – to the airport, where our charter flight will
take us to Toronto.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
ABOARD
- Pre-departure
materials
- The
expertise and company of our expedition staff
- Onboard
educational programming
- Interactive
workshops
- Evening
entertainment
- All
shipboard meals, including on deck barbecues & afternoon tea,
24-hour coffee, tea and snacks
- Hors
d'ouevres and snacks during evening recaps
- 24-hour
documentary and film programming
- Fully
stocked library
- Nikon
Camera Trial Program
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
Not
Included:
- Gratuities
(suggested at USD 15 per
person per day)
- Bicycle
rentals
- Personal
expenses
- Mandatory
medical evacuation insurance
- Additional
expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes
- Possible
fuel surcharges
- Pre-
and post-trip hotel accommodation
- Program
enhancements
