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Cruise to explore Baffin Island and Greenland
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Explore Greenland and Baffin Island on this exciting arctic cruise. The timeless lure of the North has drawn many to the upward reaches of our planet. The Aurora borealis, the ice, the marvelous creatures, the midnight sun, the endless landscape are all a part of the magneticism that beckon us, call us forward on our quest. Four thousand, five hundred years of human history lies behind us on our journey of exploration. Northern people attune to the harsh realities of their natural environment, cultivated ingenious adaptations to thrive in Arctic. Only a few hundred years ago early European explorers navigated the icy
waters of Baffin Bay in search of whales, gold, a route to the Orient and in the case of the Vikings, a new home. This classic Arctic expedition connects areas of great cultural, historical and natural significance. Beginning in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland you set sail on one of the country’s longest fjords, crossing the Arctic Circle. Striking North past pretty coulourful houses that dot the Greenlandic coast, you’ll call in at the splendid town of Ilulissat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A zodiac cruise into the ice-fjord where towering icebergs calve from the massive Greenland icecap as it tumbles down to meet the sea will surely
leave you breathless and refreshed.
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Crossing Davis Strait, you will encounter the east side of Baffin Island, one of the world’s dramatic coastlines. You will visit the vibrant Inuit communities of Kangiqtugaapik (Clyde River) and Mittimatalik (Pond Inlet) making new friends along the way.You’ll meet with local hosts; elders, school kids, community leaders all eager to showcase their home.You’ll learn about centuries old traditions, modern life in the north and how communities are searching for a balance of old and new. Join us as we have a look at some of the wilder places in this untamed land: the sheer bird cliffs of Bylot and Prince Leopold Islands, the ocean trench paralleling Isabella Bay - home to bowhead whales, and the winding fjords of Northeast Baffin. The remnants of the Laurentide Ice-sheet are the backdrop for this rugged mountainous spine that runs from the Cumberland Peninsula up to Bylot Island and beyond. Deep fjords cut into the range where we find glaciers spilling down to the sea. The landscape is an artist’s paradise, and have served as inspiration for many notable artists. Sketchers, painters, sculptors and photographers get prepared to be invigorated! The journey draws to and end where one of the most famous of Arctic expeditions went fatally wrong. On Beechey Island we find three graves, men of the lost Franklin expedition. An errie mecca for history buffs, Beechey Island presents a convergence of the European narrative. A base for many rescue missions, passage seekers and modern explorers, we find countless cairns, monuments and historical remnants, evidence of private and public pursuits.
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| Season: July 23, 2010 to August 2, 2010 |
| Requirements: Arrival flights to the starting point and departure flights from the last community, personal expenses (laundry, alcoholic beverages, telephone calls, etc.), additional expenses in the event of weather delays or itinerary changes, staff gratuities, mandatory medical and evacuation insurance, passports. |
| Suggested Clothing: Warm coat, long sleeved shirts, sweaters, long pants, wind jacket, wind pants, rain gear, rubber boots, hiking boots, hat, gloves. Full clothing listed supplied upon booking. |
| Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate |
| Restrictions: This program features activities such as walking, wildlife viewing and Zodiac cruising, all at a relatively easy to moderate level of exertion. You will need to be able climb into and out of landing crafts (assistance is provided), and some of the landings will be “wet,” requiring that you wear waterproof boots. A reasonable level of mobility is required to fully enjoy this travel program and to ensure the steady movements of the larger group of passengers. |
| Maximum Number of People: 118 |
| Equipment Provided: Educational program and pre-departure materials, all shore and Zodiac excursions, transfers between piers and applicable airports, service charges, embarkation taxes and port fees. |
| Transportation: Tour begins in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and ends in Resolute Bay, Nunavut. |
| Accommodations: Accommodations aboard the Clipper Adventurer. In 1999 the Adventurer had a $13 million conversion done in Scandinavia. She is a handsome expedition vessel, done in the style of great ocean liners when ships were ships. She features lots of varnished wood, brass, and wooden decks, the ship has all new outside cabins, with lower beds and private facilities. There is a Main Lounge, bar, Clipper Club, library/card room, gymnasium, sauna, gift shop, and beauty salon. The dining room features North American and Continental cuisine. The ship has a fleet of 10 Zodiacs and a special loading platform. An ice class rating of A-1 allows the Clipper Adventurer access to places larger cruise ships can only dream of, and she does it in comfort and style, unsurpassed by other vessels her size. |
| Meal Information: Meals begin with lunch on Day 1 and end with breakfast on Day 11. |
| Guide Information: Tours are guided by the expedition staff that may include artistic, cultural and natural history specialists. |
| Weather Information: Temperatures run around 8 to 15 degrees Celsius (46° to 60° Fahrenheit) on average. That being said, there has been more than one day enjoyed in shorts and a t-shirt on deck in the Canadian Arctic! However, temperatures can fall below zero (especially at night) and the the snow can fly at anytime. |
| Comments: Environmental discovery fee of $250 per person applies. Fuel surcharges may also apply. |
| Trip Duration |
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11 days
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$3395.00* per person US $
Quad occupancy. Quad Lower Forward, 2 upper 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole window. |
11 days
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$4095.00* per person US$
Triple occupancy. Triple Lower Deck, 1 upper 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole window. |
11 days
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$5395.00* per person US$
Double occupancy. Junior Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window |
11 days
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$5995.00* per person US$
Double occupancy. Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window. |
11 days
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$6995.00* per person US$
Double occupancy. Main Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window. |
11 days
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$7795.00* per person US$
Double occupancy. Deluxe Double, shower, midship, two lower berths, porthole window. |
11 days
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$8395.00* per person US$
Double occupancy. Superior Double, two lower berths, shower, picture window. |
11 days
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$9095.00* per person US$
Double occupancy. Junior Suite, two lower berths, bath or shower, sitting area. |
11 days
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$9695.00* per person US$
Double occupancy. Suite, two lower beds, bath with shower, window,sitting area. |
11 days
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$10195.00* per person US$
Double occupancy. Owner’s Suite, two lower berths, shower, porthole window. |
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