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The renowned Northwest Passage has fascinated adventurers and explorers for centuries. Discover a portion of the legendary Northwest Passage to get a glimpse into the fascinating world that captivated pioneers such as Amundsen and Larsen. Explore the graves of these famous explorers, and the islands and channels that make up Canada's High Arctic. On the way, you'll have the chance to meet the native peoples who live in this wilderness, as well as observe diverse wildlife such polar foxes and bowhead whales. You can also spot the rare narwhal. The variable sea ice that was once an obstacle to travel, now adds a thrilling element of adventure reminiscent genuine expeditions.

We encourage our participants to be flexible and embrace an adventurous attitude when operating in challenging and remote environments. This itinerary can change due to weather conditions, ocean conditions and other factors that are out of our control.

We will visit Inuit settlements and hamlets where the traditional methods of hunting, such as whaling are still used. If you find this practice distressing, let a member the team know immediately. The team will do everything possible to respond to your concerns, and they'll take the appropriate actions whenever it is feasible.

Day by day

Day 1: Toronto

Check in to the group hotel located near Toronto Airport for the night. Consult the team at the ground operations desk for details about pre-embarkation and the scheduled charter flight from Kangerlussuaq the next day. Make sure your luggage has cabin tags that clearly display your name, ship's cabin number and other relevant information.

Accommodation: Westin Toronto Airport Hotel or a comparable option.

Day 2: Kangerlussuaq

Make sure your luggage has cabin tags that clearly display your name and your cabin number. All valuables and personal items should be kept with you at all times, since your luggage will arrive in your cabin prior to your arrival.

After breakfast, board the chartered flight for Kangerlussuaq in Greenland. The vessel Sylvia Earle will be waiting. After boarding the vessel, settle in to your cabin and prepare for any safety instructions. It is an amazing sight to see the ship departing from Sondre Stromfjord. The mountains surrounding it are towering. Join your team for the welcome dinner in the evening.

Day 3: Sisimiut
Day 4: Ilulissat
Day 5: Disko Island
Day 6: At sea, Qikiqtarjuaq, Baffin Island
Day 7, 8 & 9: Baffin Island
Day 10 & 11: Devon Island
Day 12, 13, 14 & 15: Expedition cruising
Day 16: Cambridge Bay
Day 17: Depart Calgary
Kangerlussuaq | Greenland | Houses
Cambridge Bay | Canada |  Antarctica
+12
 | Falkland | Bird

Highlights

Admire Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit John Franklin's expedition graves on Beechey Island.
Embark on a hiking adventure on Devon Island, recognized as the world's largest uninhabited island.
Witness stunning landscapes with cliffs, geology, and icy bays, offering chances to see Arctic wildlife like polar bears, whales, and perhaps narwhals.

Activities

Sea Kayaking
Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
Photography
Photography
Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.
Explorer Boats
Explorer Boats
Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.
Yoga
Yoga
It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.

Northwest Passage

From USD 20395,00

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