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SMALL–SHIP EXPEDITION Heart of the Arctic JULY 21–AUGUST 2, 2022
©Martin Lipman
Your
Adventure Canada
Experience
Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature and culture. Travel
alongside scientists, historians, naturalists, cultural educators,
and artists, who share their passion and experience with you.
A dventure Canada’s expeditions are more
than phenomenal expeditions of a life-
time; they are lifelong learning journeys for the
in their fields—are approachable, available on
deck and at meals, and always on shore during
excursions. Our unique mix of entertainment
heart and mind. Your expedition is an immersive and camaraderie is integral to our evening
cultural experience both on and off the ship. concerts, daily gatherings, and learning
opportunities.
Our shipboard program is educational and
fun. You can join daily presentations, debates, Each day, your onboard and onshore
and workshops that provide perspective and programming is thoughtfully planned to make
understanding. Our expedition team—experts the most of the local environment. Hiking,
wildlife viewing, historic sites, community visits,
our expedition team—experts in and Zodiac cruising are regular activities. You can
spot wildlife from the deck, take a polar plunge,
their fields—are approachable,
relax in the hot tub, take care of yourself at a
available on deck and at meals, stretch class, or unwind with a great book from
and always on shore during our onboard library. You choose the activities
excursions that are best suited to your abilities and interests.
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©Lee Narraway
Learn from the locals Safety first. Experience, foremost
Adventure Canada has a myriad of connections You’re in good hands: our expedition team
in the regions we visit; nothing beats being members are experienced, knowledgeable,
welcomed as an honoured guest. Esteemed and attentive. They’ll ensure your comfort and
local guides connect you to destinations, safety—then enlighten, inspire, and entertain you!
people, and culture—personally!
Our expedition team is at the heart of our programming—and there’s something for everyone!
Join us at presentations, workshops, discussion panels, Q & A sessions, and more.
©D. Minty ©A. Gallant
©Jessie Brinkman Evans ©K. Bogner ©K. Bogner
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Enriching Expeditions
in Spectacular Locations
©Jen Derbach
Your personal voyage of discovery
Explore and learn about new lands and peoples as you experience the rich cultures and
fascinating landscapes we sail to. Take the road less travelled and enrich your perspective during
visits to communities, natural habitats, and historic sites that can be otherwise difficult to reach.
Our expeditions are designed to be flexible and allow us to make the best of Mother Nature’s
conditions. We often make landfall at new places and are able to share new discoveries and
local knowledge with you. Your voyage will be marked with thoughtful discussions, expert
interpretation, and the spirit of discovery.
Get off the ship, get into a Zodiac!
Cruise among icebergs; search for marine
mammals; visit an outport community; wander
remote coastlines… simply enjoy the freedom of
being out on the water daily! Our goal is to get you
off the ship as often as possible.
Zodiacs free us from the dependency on ports,
piers, and other built infrastructure. These safe,
stable, versatile boats take you where the action is.
©Dennis Minty
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Learn from passionate experts
Why would an esteemed Canada Research Chair, for
example, travel with us on a working vacation? It’s
simple: they can’t resist the opportunity to engage,
excite, educate, and enlighten you! Make the most
of every learning opportunity, aboard and ashore,
in geology, botany, marine biology, archaeology,
photography, cultural history, and more!
Our hand-picked experts are as excited as you are to
be on board. Join them on deck searching for wildlife,
share daily meals for personal indepth conversations,
participate in workshops, attend presentations, and
learn on the land. The Adventure Canada team has
a deep love for discovery, learning, exploration, and
©Antje Springman growth, and is at your service.
Experience local culture and traditions
From Arctic communities to the fishing villages of
former New France, to the outports of Newfoundland
and Labrador, we embrace local music, dance, food,
language, and traditions, everywhere we go!
Expedition travel isn’t just about what you see, or where
©Michelle Valberg you go. It’s who you meet and get to know.
©Dennis Minty
Wildlife encounters
Daily excursions with expert guides put you where you are most likely to see wildlife: whales and
seabirds in Atlantic Canada; muskox, seals, and polar bears in the High Arctic. Whether viewing
on deck, in the Zodiac, or learning during our presentation series, you’ll come away with an
appreciation for the fine creatures that inhabit our world. Our best practices ensure the safety and
integrity of the wildlife we have the privilege to view.
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SMALL–SHIP EXPEDITION
Heart of the Arctic
July 21–August 2, 2022 From $4,995 to $16,495 USD Solo cabins based on availability
per person (details p.12)
Starts: Ottawa, ON Charter Flights (details p.12)
Ends: Toronto, ON
Aboard the Ocean Endeavour
Itinerary Map
Day 1: Iqaluit, NU, Canada
BAFFIN
Day 2: Frobisher Bay
ISLAND
Day 3: Kimmirut (Lake Harbour)
GREENLAND
Kangerlussuaq Day 4: Kinngait (Cape Dorset)
Kinngait
(Cape Dorset)
Kangerlussuatsiaq Day 5: Hudson Strait
Kimmirut Fjord
H Iqaluit
DAVIS
STRAIT Day 6–7: Ungava Peninsula, QC
U
Nuuk
Day 8–9: Ungava Bay
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SO
N
Ungava ST
RA
Peninsula
Day 10: At Sea—Davis Strait
IT
Akpatok
Island UNGAVA
BAY
Day 11: Nuuk, Greenland
Day 12: Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord
NUNAVIK
LABRADOR
SEA
Day 13: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
CANADA
Highlights
• Cross the Arctic Circle by ship via glorious • Discover Akpatok Island, a designated
Kangerlussuaq Fjord (Søndre Strømfjord) important bird area, home to up to 4.5% of
• See and learn about the Qilakitsoq mummies the global North Atlantic thick-billed murre
at the Greenland National Museum in Nuuk population
• Seek polar bears, marine mammals, and • Zodiac along the face of a Greenlandic glacier
seabirds in the rich waters of Hudson Strait • Bask in the glowing Arctic light with 18-20
• Visit Nunavut’s great art communities, hours of daylight—a photographer’s dream
learn about Inuit art and culture from artists • Marvel at the tundra in summer bloom
and experts
6 Itineraries may be subject to change without notice due to weather, ice, and sea conditions.
©Dennis Minty
©Dennis Minty ©Michelle Valberg ©Mike Beedell
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Itinerary
DAY 1: IQALUIT, NU, CANADA
Iqaluit, at the head of Frobisher Bay, is
Nunavut’s capital. A population of nearly 8,000
calls Iqaluit home. Local attractions include the
territorial legislature, igloo-inspired St. Jude’s
Cathedral, art shops, and more.
We will transfer by Zodiac to the Ocean
Endeavour through the Iqaluit harbour.
DAY 2: FROBISHER BAY
We’ll be on the lookout for wildlife, of course,
and our geologists will have you raving about
rocks. Expect compelling scenery, and soak up
the Arctic splendour as we go!
DAY 3: KIMMIRUT (LAKE HARBOUR)
©Grant Stovel
Kimmirut means “the heel” in Inuktitut,
©Dennis Minty
referring to an outcrop of marble across the
bay from the community.
Art aficionados may know the hamlet as Lake
Harbour, home to one of the first Hudson's
Bay Company outposts on Baffin Island. Art
has played a major role in putting Kimmirut
on the map. The hamlet of approximately four
hundred is known for its ivory scrimshaw and
jewellery making. The blooming tundra offers
easy walking.
DAY 4: KINNGAIT (CAPE DORSET)
Kinngait was ground zero for the Inuit art
market. In 1959, the West Baffin Eskimo
Co-operative was established—the oldest
professional Inuit printmaking studio in Canada.
Old and new generations of outstanding
artists, carvers, and printmakers continue to
make Kinngait a proud centre for Inuit art. We’ll
visit studios and meet the artists here—an
opportunity to purchase outstanding works.
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and humpback whales, as well as the seabirds
that are sure to accompany our ship.
DAY 11: NUUK, GREENLAND
Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, bridges old and
new. The old harbour includes many buildings
dating from Danish colonial days, while
contemporary Nuuk is known for art, shopping,
©Dennis Minty
pubs, and cafes.
The Greenland National Museum is one of
Nuuk’s many outstanding features; the world-
DAY 5: HUDSON STRAIT famous Qilakitsoq mummies rest here.
Today we'll navigate the icy, fast-moving waters
of Hudson Strait. Join our expedition staff on DAY 12: KANGERLUSSUATSIAQ FJORD
deck, scanning for polar bears, walrus, whales, West Greenland’s complex coastal waterways
seals, and seabirds. include glaciers, islands, and fjords against
a towering mountain backdrop. The waters
DAY 6–7: UNGAVA PENINSULA, QC are relatively warm here, due to the West
Along the Ungava Peninsula, we explore an Greenland Current and the subarctic location.
area of treeless tundra rich in geology and We’ll explore this sublime landscape by ship
flora. We’ll enjoy hiking and a Zodiac cruise. and by Zodiac.
DAY 8–9: UNGAVA BAY DAY 13: KANGERLUSSUAQ, GREENLAND
Large and shallow, Ungava Bay is a rich In the early morning we’ll complete our
ecosystem and home to a variety of wildlife, overnight journey up Kangerlussuaq Fjord
including an endangered beluga population and (Søndre Strømfjord)—a 190-kilometre-long
Canada’s largest number of breeding thick-billed fjord surrounded by mountains and glaciers,
murres. Here we’ll use our Zodiacs to scout the bisected by the Arctic Circle.
shorelines and any outlying ice with hopes of
seeing polar bears, walrus, and other marine Kangerlussuaq, the settlement at its head, is
life. We’ll pay a visit to uninhabited Akpatok a former U.S. Air Force base and Greenland’s
Island, the biggest island in Ungava Bay, at over primary flight hub. We’ll transfer to shore by
nine hundred square kilometres. It’s named for Zodiac, then bus to the airport for our charter
the akpait—the thick-billed murres—that nest flight to Toronto, ON.
on ledges of Akpatok’s lofty cliffs.
Multi-Trip Promotion
DAY 10: AT SEA—DAVIS STRAIT Extend your voyage—join us on board High
Our expedition staff will deepen your Arctic Explorer, August 2–13, and save 10% off
understanding of the Arctic as we steam across the berth cost with our Multi-Trip Promotion.
Can be combined with the Early Booking
the Davis Strait towards Greenland. Enjoy
Bonus, Free Single Supplement, and League of
workshops, watch a documentary, and get out Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program.
on deck! Keep your binoculars ready for minke Call for details.
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SHIP
The Ocean Endeavour
©Michelle Valberg
Capacity: 198 passengers
Length: 137 metres (450 ft.)
Registry: Bahamas
The Ocean Endeavour is the perfect
vessel for expedition cruising.
Outfitted with twenty Zodiacs,
advanced navigation equipment,
multiple lounges, and a top deck
DECK 9
observation room, she is purpose-built
for passenger experiences in remote
environments. The Ocean Endeavour
boasts a 1B ice class, enabling her to
DECK 8
explore throughout the polar summers.
Launched in 1982, she has had numerous
upgrades, most recently in 2016.
DECK 7
At 137 metres in length, the Ocean
Endeavour has plenty of interior and
exterior space. Ample deck space offers
comfortable lounge chairs, a swimming
pool, two saunas, and a hot tub. The DECK 6
spacious interior allows for varied
workshops and presentations to occur
simultaneously. The three lounges
aboard the Ocean Endeavour are optimal DECK 5
locations for seminars, events, parties,
and conversation.
DECK 4
10Category 9 – Deck 5
CATEGORY 10 SUITE CATEGORY 9 JUNIOR SUITE
Deck seven: forward-facing pic- Deck five: picture windows, unobstructed view; matrimonial bed, sitting
ture windows, unobstructed view; area — approx. 270 sq. ft. Deck seven forward: forward-facing picture
matrimonial bed, private bath with windows, unobstructed view; matrimonial bed, sitting area, private bath
full tub, refrigerator — approx. with full tub, refrigerator— approx. 290 sq. ft.
310 sq. ft.
CATEGORY 8 SUPERIOR TWIN
Deck five: two picture windows, unobstructed view; two lower berths, sit-
ting area — approx. 210 sq. ft. Deck seven forward: forward-facing picture
windows, unobstructed view; matrimonial bed — approx. 180 sq. ft., private
bath with full tub. Deck seven midship: picture windows, partial obstruc-
tion; matrimonial bed, private bath, refrigerator — approx. 190 sq. ft. Category 8 – Deck 5
Category 7 – Deck 8 Category 6 – Deck 4
CATEGORY 7 SELECT TWIN CATEGORY 6 COMFORT TWIN
Deck five: picture windows, unobstructed Deck four: two porthole windows, unobstructed view; two lower
view; two lower berths, approx. 190 sq. berths — approx. 175 sq. ft. Deck seven: picture window, partial
ft. Deck eight: oversize windows, partial obstruction; two lower berths — approx. 135 sq. ft. Deck eight:
obstruction; matrimonial bed, private bath, picture windows, obstructed view; matrimonial bed, private bath,
refrigerator — approx. 145 sq. ft. refrigerator — approx. 160 sq. ft.
CATEGORY 5 MAIN TWIN CATEGORY 4 EXTERIOR TWIN
Deck five: picture window, unobstructed view; two Deck four: porthole window, unobstructed view; two
lower berths, private bath — approx. 115 sq. ft. lower berths, private bath — approx. 100 sq. ft. (twin) /
90 sq. ft. (single).
CATEGORY 3 INTERIOR TWIN CATEGORY 2 TRIPLE CATEGORY 1 QUAD
Deck five: interior cabin, two lower Deck four: interior cabin, three Deck four: interior cabin, four
berths, private bath — approx. 125 lower berths, two private baths lower berths, private bath
sq. ft. (twin) / 110 sq. ft. (single). — approx. 200 sq. ft. — approx. 240 sq. ft.
11Early Booking Bonus Available!
To learn about your saving options please
Expedition and Charter contact us or your preferred travel advisor for
more details.
Flight Prices Can be combined with the Free Single Supplement,
Multi–Trip Promotion, and League of Adventurers Loyalty
Rewards Program.
ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON, IN US DOLLARS
CABIN CLASS CATEGORIES
CHARTER
EXPEDITIONS DAYS
FLIGHT
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
HEART OF THE ARCTIC $16,495 $15,195 $13,895 $12,595 $11,295 $9,995 $8,695 $7,395 $5,995 $4,995
JULY 21– AUGUST 2, 2022
13 Northbound Charter Flight: Ottawa, ON to Iqaluit, NU. Early-morning departure. $945
Southbound Charter Flight: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, to Toronto, ON. Evening arrival. $1,350
Canadian residents may opt to take advantage of Adventure Canada’s in-house exchange rate (fixed quarterly) and pay for
their voyage in Canadian dollars, if desired. Contact your preferred travel advisor for more details.
EXPEDITION COSTS INCLUDE:
*Passage aboard the Ocean Endeavour *Applicable taxes and credit card fees *Complimentary expedition jacket *Contribution
to Adventure Canada’s Discovery Fund *Special access permits, entry, and park fees *Expert expedition team *Guided
activities *Sightseeing and community visits *All Zodiac excursions *Port fees *Pre-departure materials *Educational program
*Nikon Camera Trial Program *Interactive workshops *Evening entertainment *All shipboard meals
EXPEDITION COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE:
*Commercial and charter flights *Program enhancements/optional excursions *Gratuities *Personal expenses *Mandatory
medical evacuation insurance *Additional expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes *Possible fuel surcharges and
administrative fees *Pre- and post-trip hotel accommodation
TICO Reg# 4001400/5002 1860
As a registered Ontario company, we are licensed to sell travel packages through the Travel Industry Council of Ontario
(TICO). Adventure Canada is required to keep all customer deposits in Client Trust Accounts and may only use the funds
once the trip has begun, or to make a deposit to an operator on behalf of the client. Our Client Trust Accounts are subject
to audit by a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) on an annual basis and are regularly inspected by TICO auditors.
12Specials and Incentives
Available exclusively aboard Ocean Endeavour
expeditions, excluding Antarctica
Free Single Supplement
For those who prefer not to share, we have a
League of Adventurers
limited quantity of cabins in category 3 through to
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LOYALTY REWARDS PROGRAM
category 7 with no single supplement! Once these
cabins are sold, the single supplement fee is 1.5
times the berth cost. Single occupancy in categories
Exploring with Adventure Canada 8–10 is available at full double-occupancy rates. Can
just got better with our exclusive be combined with the Multi-Trip Promotion, League
loyalty program: The League of of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program, and 2022
Adventurers. Early Booking Bonus. Subject to cabin availability.
The number of people who keep
Multi-Trip Promotion
travelling with us continues to grow
and, in response, we want to thank Receive 10% off the berth cost when you book
our returning clients by offering more than one 2022 Ocean Endeavour expedition
special rewards and benefits. As a (excluding Antarctica). Can be combined with the
past traveller you are automatically Early Booking Bonus, Free Single Supplement, and
a valued member of the League and League of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program.
eligible for special rewards.
Family Friendly
SAVE 5%
Children four years old and younger pay only for
When booking your second
charter airfare—and children two years and younger
to fifth shipboard expedition
travel free! Children must be accompanied by a
operated by Adventure Canada
full-fare adult. Can be combined with the League of
SAVE 10% Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program.
When booking your sixth or more
shipboard expedition operated by Save 30% under 30
Adventure Canada
Save 30% on the berth cost for travellers under thirty
years of age. Can be combined with the Free Single
PLUS
Supplement and League of Adventurers Loyalty
• League of Adventurers Rewards Program.
welcome package
• Early notifications of upcoming
promotions and events Price Guarantee
• Exclusive gifts If Adventure Canada reduces the price of the berth
• Onboard gift shop discounts portion of the fare of any expedition more than 120
days prior to departure, previously booked clients
may claim the lower rate. For more information,
Terms and conditions apply. please visit adventurecanada.com/price-guarantee.
13Program Enhancements
Aboard the Ocean Endeavour
We’re pleased to provide the following optional program enhancements to
help you make the very most of every day—in your own way!
Expedition COMPLIMENTARY Nikon Camera COMPLIMENTARY
Jackets Trial Program
©Michelle Valberg
©Kristian Bogner
You will receive a complimentary expedition Travellers aboard Ocean
jacket to keep you protected from the Endeavour expeditions will
elements. Designed specifically for expedition be able to use precision,
travel, your jacket is waterproof and windproof. professional-quality photography
This jacket is yours to keep as a coveted and equipment courtesy of the
useful memento of your adventure. onboard Nikon Camera Trial Program. Together,
we empower our guests to create truly dynamic
images and tell vibrant stories.
Qajaq/Kayak PAID
©Martin Lipman Biking PAID
Experience communities and landscapes at
your own pace! For fitness enthusiasts and
independent explorers, we carry a fleet of
Kona mountain bikes. These multi-geared,
all-purpose bikes are available during select
community excursions.
Explore at sea level in small groups with our
experienced kayak guides. We offer excursions
on double kayaks, as well as the essential gear for
safety and comfort.
14Upcoming 2023 Expeditions
Contact Adventure Canada or your preferred travel advisor for early access!
©Andrew Stewart Scotland Slowly
June 2023
In the isles of Scotland, the past is present. Rugged ruins
and ancient villages. Hear music and stories, and revel in
wildlife. Absorb the scenery. Immerse yourself in history.
Scotland, the Faroe Islands,
& Iceland: North Atlantic Saga
June 2023
Sample the unique cultures of Scotland, the Faroe Islands, and
Iceland with our generous local hosts on this epic journey.
©Michelle Valberg Iceland Circumnavigation
July 2023
At the edge of the Arctic Circle, Iceland is unique in every
way. Active volcanoes and glaciers make every landscape
awe-inspiring and hiking sublime.
Iceland to Greenland:
In the Wake of the Vikings
July 2023
Sail west, like the Vikings: spectacular, surprising Greenland
©Jessie Brinkman Evans awaits! Photographers, birders, and hikers will be in awe.
As a registered Ontario company, we are licensed to sell travel packages through the
Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO). Adventure Canada is required to keep all
customer deposits in Client Trust Accounts and may only use the funds once the trip
TICO Reg#:
4001400/5002 1860 has begun, or to make a deposit to an operator on behalf of the client. Our Client Trust
Accounts are subject to audit by a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) on an annual
basis and are regularly inspected by TICO auditors.
15+1.800.363.7566 info@adventurecanada.com www.adventurecanada.com 55 Woodlawn Avenue, Mississauga, ON, L5G 3K7, Canada, TICO Reg# 4001400 TO BOOK DIRECTLY Please call us at 800 363 7566 or download and submit the registration form at our secure site advcan.ca/book BOOK VIA YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR Call your Travel Advisor for more Your Travel Advisor information on how to book a trip. SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS
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