On this unique and pioneer 8-day voyage, you can enjoy a blend of a unique cruise experience, full of wildlife encounters, visits to colourful fishing villages plus exciting off-ship excursions, while providing easy access to several of Canada’s most spectacular golfing locations. While golfers are off to the first tee, all non-golfers can enjoy a terrific range of activities, such as cruising in the zodiacs, hikes on shore, wildlife observation, cycle touring and even stand up paddle boarding – all in the company of an expert team of guides.
Highlights
See unique fishing communities with beautifully maintained waterfront houses
Explore several of Canada’s most spectacular golfing locations
Tour Sable Island, home of one of the largest gray seal colonies in the world
Enjoy a range of activities, such as Zodiac cruising, hiking and cycling
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Your adventure begins in the historic port town of Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, where you board uour expedition vessel, RCGS Resolute. First visited in 1597 by the English, the town was fortified in 1713 by the French in recognition of its strategic maritime location. During the 18th century, Louisbourg was the third busiest seaport in North America. Board the ship in the late afternoon in time for a dinner of fresh, local lobster as you sail out past the lighthouse and along the beautiful coastline of Cape Breton.
Day 2: Inverness, Nova Scotia | Cabot Links & Cabot Cliffs
Sail around the northernmost point of Cape Breton and by morning you are anchored off the broad sandy beach at Inverness, a small hamlet situated on Nova Scotia’s west coast. Excitement levels are high as you load into the zodiacs for the trip ashore with our golf bags. Cabot Links has long featured on the list of North America’s top golf courses. This classic, coastal layout is considered by many to be the finest links course outside of Scotland – the spiritual home of golf. Exposed to the winds of the Gulf of St Lawrence, the expansive layout presents a superb challenge for players of all abilities. Every hole offers an ocean view and it is impossible to not feel connected with the landscape. Six holes are located directly adjacent to the white sand beaches and rolling dunes. At the end of the round, choose to enjoy a refreshment in the clubhouse. Others might like to return to the ship for a soak in the hot tub, a relaxing sauna or massage.
Day 3: Iverness Cape Breton, Nova Scotia | Cabot Links & Cabot Cliffs
Completed in 2016, the new 18 hole layout at Cabot Cliffs was added to the adjacent Cabot Links course. Combined, this 36-hole complex has been rated in the top 20 golf course destinations in the world. Co-designer of the course, Ben Crenshaw claimed this “was probably the finest location for any course” he had ever helped design. From tee to green, the dramatic par 3, 16th is the signature hole on the course, playing from one cliff edge to another with a 100ft drop to the pounding waves below. The green is surrounded on three sides by cliffs. It is quite possibly one of the most scenic golf holes in the world. Like the famous par 5 closing hole at Pebble Beach, the 18th at Cabot Cliffs plays along the coastline the entire length from tee to green. Couches and chairs rest behind the green where spectators can enjoy a drink, the view, and watch fellow players finish their round. Spirits are high as you return to the ship and head for the '19th hole' for a pre-dinner beverage to celebrate two fantastic golf days.
Day 4: Les Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec | Club de Golf des Iles
Sculpted out of sandstone, these islands in the Gulf of St. Lawrence are home to unique fishing communities with beautifully maintained waterfront houses and boats, flowing grassy plains and sandstone shorelines sculpted by the elements. Quebecois and Acadian culture runs strongly through the towns and villages of the islands, through local cuisine, craft and language. Having enjoyed several rounds of golf on truly challenging layouts, today enjoy the opportunity to play the simple nine hole course at L‘Etang-du-Nord. This is the only golf course on the island and offers beautiful coastal views. If you feel the need for a day away from the fairways, the island’s gentle terrain is a cyclist’s paradise. Sea kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding on calm waters, through sea arches and into sandstone sea caves is superb experience. Perhaps you may choose to enjoy a whale-watching cruise in the zodiacs or head to the beach to soak up some sun and relax.
Day 5: Morell, Prince Edward Island | Links at Crowbush
Overnight sail south from the Magdalen Islands to Prince Edward Island. This is a very historic location, where in September of 1864, representatives from the British Colonies in North America met in Charlottetown to discuss Canada's Confederation. On July 1st, 1867, the Dominion of Canada came into being. Situated on the north coast facing the Gulf of St Lawrence is the small fishing and agricultural center of Morell. Today you will enjoy the challenge of another fabulous links-style course at Crowbush - a gorgeous championship layout which earned a 5-star rating by Golf Digest. This is undoubtedly the jewel in crown of Prince Edward Island’s renowned golf scene. Featuring deep pot bunkers, plenty of water hazards, knee-deep rough in some locations and a constant sea breeze, this can be a tricky place to shoot a low score. Having completed your round, you can be welcomed back to the ship for a dinner of fresh Atlantic seafood as you navigate north-east overnight, heading once again for Cape Breton.
Day 6: Ingonish - Cape Breton, Nova Scotia | Highland Links
By morning, return to Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Anchor off the pretty hamlet of Ingonish – a cluster of five small communities on the famous Cabot Trail. Here lies one of the original golf courses in Cape Breton. Designed by the renowned architect Stanley Thompson, Highland Links was built in the 1930s as a 'golfing journey' of sorts, traversing through woods and on coastal land overlooking the ocean. The layout runs from a rocky promontory and is set entirely within the National Park and the 18 holes are completely isolated from each other. Flat lies are uncommon here and shot making will be tested. Cut from dense forest, the undulating terrain offers wonderful ocean glimpses and it is no surprise that Highland Links constantly ranks in Canada’s Top 10 best courses. Returning to the ship after an incredible day’s play, reflect on your exceptional days of golf on some of the most scenic courses in North America. As you weigh anchor at Ingonish and leave the coastal waters of Nova Scotia – there is one more highlight still to come.
Located on the edge of the Grand Banks, Sable Island has a storied past and is known as a graveyard of ships, with more than 350 ships falling victim to the treacherous currents and sandbars. Sporadically inhabited by sealers, shipwreck survivors and salvagers, the island is now home to fewer than six year- round inhabitants, a herd of wild horses and one of the largest grey seal colonies in the world. It is an important stopover for numerous migratory bird species as they make their way to and from the High Arctic regions. Sable Island forms one of Canada’s newest National Parks and we explore the long sand beaches. It is an incredibly remote location, hard to get to other than by ship. Leave the golf clubs in the bag and take your cameras ashore to capture the raw beauty of this remote location. After enjoying your shore excursions around Sable Island, celebrate your voyage and attend a special dinner attended by the ship’s Captain.
Day 8: Louisbourg, Nova Scotia | Disembark
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Sail back to Cape Breton heading again for the historic port of Louisbourg. Your fabulous trip comes to an end and reflects on the truly memorable courses that have challenged all golfers. Disembark in the morning and, while some of you head to the airport, many add a few extra days in Nova Scotia to enjoy the hospitality, culture and renowned seafood.
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Twin Private Cabin
Twin Private cabins are located on Deck 4 and have the option for either a queen or two single configured beds. Features include a comfortable lounge adjacent to the large picture window, writing desk and chair, ample storage and private washroom facilities with shower.
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Superior Cabin
Located forward on Deck 5 the Superior cabins have the option for either a queen or two single beds. Features include a comfortable lounge adjacent to the large picture window, writing desk and chair, ample storage and private washroom facilities with shower.
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Superior Plus Cabin
Superior Plus cabins are located midships on Deck 5. They are spacious and well appointed with the option for either a queen or two single beds. A comfortable lounge is placed by the large picture window, writing desk and chair, ample floor to ceiling cabinet storage and private washroom facilities with shower.
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Shackleton Suite
The Shackleton Suites are situated on Deck 6. Suites include the comfort of a sectional lounge, writing desk, substantial floor to ceiling cabinetry, and washroom facilities with shower. A flat screen entertainment system is also included. Sleeping quarters feature the option for either a queen or two single beds with upgraded linen/ pillows.
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One Ocean Suite
The One Ocean Suites are situated on Deck 6 and offer an indulgent amount of space. Sleeping quarters feature a queen size bed with upgraded linen/pillows. Included is a comfortable sectional lounge with matching club chairs, a large desk, expansive floor to ceiling cabinetry, and spacious washroom facilities with both a shower and bathtub.
Notes
- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy.
* This voyage operates domestically within Canada and is subject to a compulsory 5% goods and services tax (GST).
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen
TrustScore 4.8 | 174 reviews
TrustScore 4.8 of 5
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1 day 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
2 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
