Greenland and Wild Labrador
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- Day 1 Kangerlussuaq (Søndre Strømfjord)
- Day 2 Evighedsfjorden & Kangaamiut
- Day 3 Nuuk
- Day 4 At Sea
- Day 5 Kangiqsualujjuaq
- Days 6-8 Torngat Mountains National Park
- Day 9 Hebron
- Day 10 Makkovik
- Day 11 Cartwright
- Day 12 L'Anse aux Meadows and Conche
- Day 13 Fortune Harbour
- Day 14 St. John's, Newfoundland
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| Cat 1 | Cat 2 | Cat 3 | Cat 4 | Cat 5 | Cat 6 | Cat 7 | Cat 8 | Cat 9 | Cat 10 | |
| Sep 18 '12 |
$4,245 | $6,345 | $6,445 | $7,095 | $8,745 | $9,245 | $9,545 | $10,145 | $10,745 | $11,645 |
| $250 Environmental Discovery Fee Charter flight from Toronto: $1036 |
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- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy. Request the Twin Share Program where you are matched with a cabin mate of the same gender. Even if a cabin mate is not found for you, no single supplement will be charged.
-Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.6 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a suite is 2 times the shared rate.
Deposit & Payment -Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.6 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a suite is 2 times the shared rate.
Day 1 Kangerlussuaq (Søndre Strømfjord)
Arriving from Toronto via a charter flight, board the Clipper Adventurer via Zodiac and prepare to steam out of one of the longest fjords in the world with 168km of superb scenery! Although the fjord crosses the Arctic Circle, the waters here do not freeze, making this part of Greenland a year-round center for fishing and hunting.
Day 2 Evighedsfjorden & Kangaamiut
Today arrive at Evighedsfjorden, known as the Eternity Fjord. As you cruise along this meandering fjord, find yourselves surrounded by the highest mountains in West Greenland - reaching heights of over 2,000 meters! Seek out the seals and whales who reside in the area, and scan the bird cliffs. Kangaamiut, is a small fishing community in the municipality of Qeqqata. During your visit to this colorful town, be hosted by a local family and enjoy a presentation in the church before and optional hike.
Day 3 Nuuk
Welcome to Nuuk, the capital of Greenland! Nuuk, meaning 'the headland' and is situated at the mouth of a gigantic fjord system. Established as the very first Greenlandic town in 1728, Nuuk has a history that dates back over 4,200 years. Today, Nuuk is the world's smallest capital city with a population of only 15,000. Here have a chance to spot Humpback whales in the fjord, reindeer roaming the land and birds soaring in the sky. The town itself is home to Greenland's University, a cathedral dating back to 1849 and Greenland's National Museum. Visit some of the city's most important sites, before free time to explore on your own.
Day 4 At Sea
Enjoy the many amenities on board the Clipper Adventurer as your ship cruises from Greenland to the Canadian Arctic.
Day 5 Kangiqsualujjuaq
In the shelter of a commanding granite rock outcrop find the easternmost community of Kangiqsualujjuaq, or George River. Twenty-five kilometers upstream from Ungava Bay, the ebb and flow of the tides define the summer lives of the people and fauna of this area. Arctic flora thrives in the protected valley. The calving grounds of the George River herd, the largest ungulate population in the world estimated at several hundreds of thousands of head is nearby. After your welcome back to Canada, have the freedom to explore the community, meet with locals and strike out of town for a hike on the tundra.
Days 6-8 Torngat Mountains National Park
From the Inuktitut word Torngait, meaning 'place of spirits', the Torngat Mountains have been home to Inuit and their predecessors for thousands of years, with archaeological evidence reaching back almost 7,000 years. The fjords here reach well back into the depths of the Torngats and be overshadowed by cliffs rising straight up from the sea, peaking at 1,700m, the highest point of land in Labrador. The Torngat Mountains claim some of the oldest rocks on the planet and provide some of the best exposure of geological history. The rocky landscape is a challenge to life, and the species that make their home here are a resilient bunch with fascinating survival adaptations. Hope to see a number of species during your time in Northern Labrador. The intention is to make expeditionary stops in the northern reaches of Labrador, including the Eclipse Bay, Nackvak Fiord and Saglek Bay.
Day 9 Hebron
Long-abandoned Hebron was once one of the most northerly communities on the north Labrador coast. A Moravian Mission station was constructed here from 1829 to 1831 but the main buildings - the church, the mission house and the store - were not inhabited until 1837. The Moravian Mission has had a very strong influence on the history of northern Labrador. Originally known as the Unitas Fratrum, the Moravian Church traces its roots to 15th century central Europe, in what is now the Czech Republic. In 1751, a group of merchants attached to the Moravian congregation in London decided to outfit a trading and missionary voyage to the Labrador coast in order to convert the Inuit. In a highly controversial move, the station was abandoned in 1959, forcing the relocation of the Inuit who resided there. In 2005, Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Danny Williams apologized to people affected by the relocations. In August of 2009, the provincial government unveiled a monument at the site of Hebron with an inscribed apology for the site closure.
Day 10 Makkovik
With a population of just over 400, Makkovik's main industry is fishing for snow crab. The population is mainly composed of residents of mixed Norwegian and Inuit heritage. Settled by Torsten Kverna Andersen and his wife Mary Ann Thomas who set up a trading post there in 1860, the population gradually increased over the next three decades as European settlers and Inuit established roots in the community, though this territory since time immemorial was used by Inuit. Colonization was assured in 1896 when the Moravian Church established a mission station and residential school there. Both the mission and school were destroyed by a fire in 1948 but the economy was instilled in the 1950s by two notable events. First was the forceful resettlement to Makkovik of 150 Inuit residents of the northern communities of Nutak and Hebron. Second was the establishment nearby of a radar warning station by the United States government.
Day 11 Cartwright
Cartwright is a community located on the eastern side of the entrance to Sandwich Bay, along the southern coast of Labrador in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It was incorporated in 1956. Cartwright has been a settled community since 1775 when Captain George Cartwright, for whom the place is named, settled there, establishing a fish and fur trading business. Eleven years later he left Labrador, maintaining a business interest there until it was sold to Hunt and Henley in 1815. It was again sold in 1873 to the Hudson's Bay Company and has remained under company ownership ever since. Since 2002, Cartwright has been connected by road (a section of the Trans-Labrador Highway) with Blanc Sablon, Quebec where there is a car ferry to Newfoundland. Since December 2009 the remaining link between Cartwright and Goose Bay, Labrador has been completed and open to the public.
Day 12 L'Anse aux Meadows and Conche
L'Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the only authenticated Viking settlement in North America. Located at the tip of Newfoundland's Great Northern Peninsula, it is widely regarded as one of the most important archaeological sites globally.
On the Great Northern Peninsula, the people of Conche will welcome you into their charming community. Complete with ties to its history, religion, the fishery and wildlife, Conche is made up of mostly Irish descent. Explore the colourful town on foot, but don't be surprised if you are invited in by local residents for a 'mug up'!
Day 13 Fortune Harbour
Notre Dame Bay has been referred to as the "Caribbean of the North" due to its peaceful waters and breathtaking natural coves. Here you'll find the traditional Newfoundland town atmosphere in Fortune Harbour, where you'll be calling in with the ship for the first time.
Day 14 St. John's, Newfoundland
Finish in St. John's, Newfoundland's historic, vibrant capital. Picturesque and welcoming, it has been continuously fished since 1498, allowing it to boast the designation of North America's oldest European settlement. Disembark the Clipper Adventurer here and connect to your independent return flights home.
Itinerary Notes
Included in cruise fare:- All entry & park fees
- Your complete itinerary
- Team of resource specialists
- Educational program and pre-departure materials
- All shipboard meals
- All Zodiac excursions
- Service charges and port fees
Not included in cruise fare:
- Commercial flights
- Mandatory medical / evacuation insurance
- Personal expenses
- Additional expenses in the event of delays or Itinerary changes
- Discretionary gratuities to ship's crew (approximately $10 - 14 per passenger per day)
- Visas, or inoculations, if required
- Physician's fees confirming you are fit to travel
- Possible fuel surcharges
- $250 Discovery Fund Fee
Flight Information:
A group charter flight departs from Toronto, please contact us for the most current rates. Commercial airfare must be arranged from St. John’s, Newfoundland.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is $1150, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure.
Final payment by check, bank transfer, or credit card (subject to an additional fee of approx 4%).
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 130 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 120 days or more | $600 |
| 119 Days or less | 100% cruise cost |
Clipper Adventurer (AC)
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 110
Adventurer is a handsome expedition vessel reminiscent of the days of the great ocean liners, with lots of varnished wood and brass. She sails on a wide variety of cruises — in Europe, the Canadian Arctic, the U.S., South America, and Antarctica.
Built in 1975 as the Alla Tarasova in the former Yugoslavia, the 122-passenger M/S Adventurer underwent a $13-million conversion in 1998 in Scandinavia. The new features include: 61 comfortable, all-outside cabins, with lower beds, private bathroom facilities, and individual temperature controls to offer the most comfortable Antarctica tours possible. The window-lined dining room seats all passengers at leisurely single seatings, where superb American and Continental cuisine is served by the friendly staff. There are two lounges — the Main Lounge and Bar on Promenade Deck, seating 130 passengers; and the Clipper Club, also on Promenade Deck, seating 45 passengers. There’s also a library/card room, a small workout room, a gift shop, and a hair salon.
Unique to the Adventurer is a spacious, covered promenade with a beautiful wooden deck (varnished Oregon pine) where passengers can view the seascapes during their Antarctica travels. There’s also plenty of open deck space on the Boat Deck and Sun Deck, while an observation platform located forward below the Bridge is ideal for wildlife viewing.
The Adventurer is an oceangoing vessel equipped with an ice-strengthened hull (A-1 ice class) ideally suited for cruises in such remote environments that Antarctica tours can offer, but supremely comfortable anywhere she sails. A fleet of Zodiac landing craft provides access to areas where no infrastructure exists. The vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art satellite navigation and communication equipment including telephone, fax, and e-mail.
The Captain and his officers maintain an open bridge to give passengers an opportunity to observe and ask questions. An experienced cruise staff, physician, and on board lecturers accompany all voyages to enhance the passengers’ enjoyment of the places visited.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
 | Cat 1 Quad Lower Forward, 2 upper 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole window, 150 sq. ft. |
 | Cat 2 Triple Lower Deck, 1 upper 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole window, 150 sq. ft. |
 | Cat 3 Junior Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window, 120 sq. ft |
| Cat 4 Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window, 125 sq. ft. |
 | Cat 5 Main Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window, 155 sq. ft. |
 | Cat 6 Deluxe Double, shower, midship, two lower berths, double window, 125 sq. ft. |
 | Cat 7 Superior Double, two lower berths, shower, picture window, double window, 130 sq.ft. |
 | Cat 8 Junior Suite, two lower berths, bath or shower, sitting area, triple window, 160 sq. ft. |
 | Cat 9 Suite, two lower beds, bath with shower, two double windows, mini-refrigerator, sitting area, 215 sq. ft. |
| Cat 10 Owner’s Suite, two lower berths, shower/ bathtub, two double windows, mini-refrigerator and microwave, 268 sq ft. |
