Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Board the One Ocean Navigator/Ioffe at 1600 hrs before sailing at 1800 hrs. If your flights permit, take time to wander the waterfront of Halifax. The Historic Properties tell a tale of harbor merchants over the centuries and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic pays tribute to the rich maritime history of Halifax, including an excellent display of Titanic artifacts and history. The Halifax Citadel is a classic star-shaped British fortress commanding a terrific view over the city of Halifax and the harbour and is staffed by historical animators re-enacting life in a highland regiment in 1869. Halifax is an historic city and the waterfront is the thread that weaves the tapestry of its history.
Day 2: Sable Island
Located on the edge of the Grand Banks hundreds of kilometers from the coast, Sable Island has a storied history as a graveyard of ships. Sporadically inhabited by sealers, shipwreck survivors and salvagers, the island is now home to fewer than 6 year-round inhabitants and a herd of Sable Island ponies. Transitioning to National Park status, Sable Island’s future plans are currently uncertain. A sandbar some 40 kilometers long and a little over a kilometer wide, Sable Island fills a unique biogeoclimatic role. It can be one of the foggiest, windiest and loneliest places in Canada but also one of the warmest and most temperate. Whether your captain is able to land ashore at Sable Island or explore its coast by zodiac and ship,you will join a limited number of people able to experience this island.
Day 3: Bird Island, Cape Breton
A small island located just a few miles offshore, Bird Island is home to a colony of puffins and razorbills. Visit the nearby town of Englishtown where you can pick up fresh-caught lobster to be served aboard the ship for dinner. Cape Breton has a wonderful Celtic music culture and you will take time to learn about this culture while exploring the coast.
Day 4: Les Iles de la Madeleines, Quebec
Sculpted out of sandstone, these islands jut out of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and are home to a very unique fishing culture. With beautifully maintained waterfront houses and boats, flowing grassy plains and sculpted sandstone shorelines, these islands are a delight to visit. In addition to the fishing and sealing culture, experience a wide diversity of bird life as you travel the shore. Beaches and lagoons provide ample viewing opportunities for numerous shorebirds.
Day 5: Ile Bonaventure (Bonaventure Island), Gaspe Peninsula
Drop the anchor between the town of Perce and the island and visit the island by zodiac. One of the largest Northern Gannet colonies in North America, Ile Bonaventure is protected under provincial park status in Quebec. Visit the colony, reveling in the views of these majestic seabirds from very close up.
Day 6-7: Anticosti Island
Enjoy two days to visit this island spending as much time exploring the waters off the coast of it as you will onshore. At the mouth of the St. Lawrence River, and positioned near the mixing of waters from the river, Arctic waters from the Strait of Belle Isle and more temperate waters from the Atlantic, this is a marine region rich in wildlife. Baleen whales such as the humpback, minke and blue whale as well as gray seals and harp seals abound. In addition, look for eagles along the beach and gannets fishing the waters. This is an area rich in wildlife and your naturalists will be spotting and identifying the various creatures around you.
Day 8: Gros Morne National Park & Woody Point
Sail into majestic Bonne Bay, in the heart of Gros Morne National Park. Cliff’s soar up out of the bay on your starboard side covered in a green velvet of tuckamore – windswept spruce sculpted by the ocean breeze. Your destination will be the town of Woody Point where you will be welcomed ashore by a delegation from the community. With a few shops and pubs along the shore road, Woody Point is also your jumping off point for a hike up to the Discovery Center – Gros Morne National Parks interpretation center. From there various hikes will be guided out into the Tablelands (UNESCO world heritage geologic feature) and the Lookoff for a view over much of the park. Keep your eyes peeled for moose while hiking in the park and take time to look down for some of the orchids of the boreal bog and the pitcher plant.
Day 9: Francois on the South Shore
A very small outport community perched on the shores of beautiful fjord on the south coast of Newfoundland, Francois (pronounced Frans-way) a community steeped in the traditions of the sea. There is no road access to Francois and as such, the town can become pretty isolated during the winter and during the storm season. You will be welcomed ashore by the members of the community and perhaps if you hit it off,be welcomed to a dance at the community hall.
Day 10: Saint-Pierre et Miquelon
A French enclave within North America, walking down the streets of St. Pierre is like taking a jaunt into Europe. Complete your voyage in Saint-Pierre with just enough time to visit the town before leaving for your respective home regions.
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Main Deck Triple
Twin Semi-Private
Deck 4. Two lower berths (one which can be converted to a sofa during the day), a writing desk/chair, bookshelf and tall wardrobes with internal shelving for storage. Facilities are semi-private (one bathroom between two cabins) and all cabins have a window that can be opened.
Twin Private
Deck 4 and 5. Two lower berths (one which can be converted to a sofa during the day), a writing desk/chair, bookshelf and ample storage. Facilities are private and all cabins have a window that can be opened.
Superior
Deck 6. Two lower berths, a sofa, a writing desk/chair and ample storage. Facilities are private and all cabins have a window that can be opened.
Shackleton Suite
Deck 4 & 5. One double bed, one sofa bed, separate sleeping quarters, up-graded bedding, a writing desk/chair, IPod alarm clock, mini stereo, capsule coffee maker, mini bar. Private facilities. Large window that can be opened.
Notes
- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double or triple occupancy. Request the Twin or Triple 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.
- Twin and superior cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.5 times the shared price, suites for 2 times the shared price. Single supplement is not available in triple cabins.
- Child and Youth Prices: 25% discount for young people aged up to 17 years, and 20% off for those aged from 18-21 years who can prove they are in full-time education.
Initial deposit is $1700 , and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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!
