This exploration is an incredible combination of historic Canadian and Greenlandic sites in the Arctic, with abundant wildlife and Inuit culture that equals one amazing Arctic expedition. This extensive adventure provides fantastic opportunities for seeing all of the Arctic’s iconic creatures, including polar bears.
Highlights
Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greenland and Canada historic sites
Encounter Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, whales and walrus
Join tundra hiking, Zodiac cruising, and kayaking excursions
Admire Inuit culture and traditional art during community visits
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Start the day with a charter flight to Kangerlussuaq. Take some time to walk around this small arctic town before transferring to the ship by Zodiac. Relax on deck and enjoy your new surroundings before setting sail on your exciting Arctic expedition.
Today the ship stops at the village of Itilleq, a beautiful Greenlandic community. It is delightfully situated in a hollow, which is the meaning of “Itilleq” in Greenlandic, on an island without any fresh water. The village has approximately 130 inhabitants.
Continuing northward, explore the 18th-century colonial buildings still standing in Sisimiut. Watch a traditional kayaking demonstration in this northernmost year-round ice-free port in western Greenland.
Ilulissat means “iceberg” in Greenlandic, and is home to the fastest-moving glacier outside of Antarctica, Sermeq Kujalleq. This UNESCO World Heritage site is located north of the Arctic Circle, and moves at an average of 19 meters per day. Cruise at a safe distance by Zodiac, and if you’re lucky, witness the spectacle of calving ice.
Known as the iceberg capital of the world, Qikiqtarjuak naturally traps icebergs as they travel down the Davis Strait. An abundance of marine wildlife can be seen here as narwhals, beluga and right whales, and ring and harp seals pass by. Trek up the many walking trails to join the inukshuk and share its view overlooking the island and the community.
The weather guides the ship as it navigates the region’s most interesting landmarks, scenery, and wildlife areas. Much of the coast of Baffin Island is relatively unexplored, so in true expedition form the crew aims to go ashore and explore.
Pangnirtung and Kekerten Island are located at the mouth of Pangnirtung Fjord, which merges with Cumberland Sound. It’s a stronghold of the Inuit community and an ideal place to admire Inuit culture and traditional art, especially textiles. Pick up a famous Pang touque, a must-have knit cap for anyone visiting the community.
Expect more wildlife encounters as you explore Monumental Island, which is famous for potential close sightings of some of the Arctic’s most iconic creatures – polar bears and walruses. Enjoy a Zodiac ride along the shores in search of hauled-out walruses and prowling polar bears.
Spend the day exploring Akpatok Island. The largest island in Ungava Bay, Akpatok is the local name for thick-billed murres, which nest here. This is also a favorite spot to watch for polar bears.
Located at the southeastern end of Baffin Island, spend the last full day of this journey exploring the narrow inlets, cliffs, and streams of Frobisher Bay. It’s a great place to explore by zodiac and take a refreshing hike ashore.
Day 12: Disembark in Iqaluit | Fly to Ottawa
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Take one last Zodiac ride from the ship to shore as you disembark in Iqaluit. Your time here is brief, as your flight to Ottawa awaits, signalling an end to your time in the Arctic. Upon arrival in Ottawa, transfer to your included hotel.
Day 13: Depart Ottawa, Canada
1 Breakfast
Make your way home or spend some more time in Ottawa. This fascinating capital city is home to the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Triple
Averaging 128 sq. ft. (12 sq. m) and equipped with two lower berths and one upper berth. Located on the Main Deck, it has private facilities, and a porthole with exterior views.
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Lower Deck Twin
Averaging 133 sq. ft. (12 sq. m) and equipped with two lower berths. Located on the Lower Deck, it has private facilities, and a porthole with exterior views.
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Main Deck Twin with Porthole
Averaging 118 sq. ft. (11 sq. m) and equipped with two lower berths. Located on the Main Deck, it has private facilities, and a porthole with exterior views.
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Main Deck Twin with Window
Averaging 139 sq. ft. (13 sq. m) and equipped with two lower berths. Located on the Main Deck, it has private facilities, and two windows with exterior views.
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Superior
Averaging 142 sq. ft. (13 sq. m) and equipped with two lower berths. Located on the Upper Deck, it has private facilities, and windows with exterior views.
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Deluxe
Averaging 160 sq. ft. (15 sq. m) and equipped with two lower berths. Located on the Upper and Captain’s Decks, it has private facilities, and windows with exterior views.
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Suite
Averaging 215 sq. ft. (20 sq. m) and equipped with two lower berths. Located on the Captain’s Deck, it has windows with exterior views and private facilities. Cabin 403 has a bathtub; other Suites have shower stalls.
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Owner's Suite
Averaging 290 sq. ft. (27 sq. m) and equipped with two lower berths. Located on the Bridge Deck, it has private facilities, and windows with exterior views.
Notes
- 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.
- Standard Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a Premium Cabin is 2 times the shared rate.
Insurance: Emergency medical evacuation coverage for a maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person is included. Travelers should have a minimum of US$50,000 (or equivalent) of emergency medical coverage prior to embarkation. It is recommended that you and all members of your party have comprehensive travel insurance covering trip cancellation, trip delay (interruption or after departure coverage), baggage, and repatriation. Contact us for details.
Initial deposit is 25% of cruise fare (minimum $1000) plus the cost of kayaking (if applicable), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card
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1 day ago
The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
3 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
4 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.