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ICELAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION JUNE 30–JULY 10, & JULY 9–19, 2018
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xplore a mystical land shaped
by fire and ice on this excur-
sion to the ancient Viking
stronghold of Iceland. Voyaging
aboard the Ocean Endeavour, you’ll
see Iceland at its best and most di-
verse. Marvel at the geological won-
ders of this island at the edge of the
Arctic Circle, exploring its unforget-
table culture, history, and people—
from small fishing communities, to the ancient and modern capital, Reykjavík.
First settled in 874 AD, Iceland today is the most sparsely populated country
in Europe—yet it may also be the most dramatic. Volcanically and geologically
active, Iceland is famed for its awe-inspiring lava fields, mountains, glaciers,
and glacial rivers. Natural wonders and a stirring history await on Iceland’s rug-
ged shores. Join us as we set sail in the wake of the sagas of old.
Photo credits: Michelle Valberg (cover), and Michelle Valberg
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HIGHLIGHTS
• Trace the routes of the Icelandic sagas' heroes
• Soak up the culture in Reykjavík, one of the cleanest and greenest
cities in the world
• Marvel at bird colonies up to a million strong
• Explore pristine fjords and volcanic landscapes unlike any on Earth
• Visit traditional fishing villages dating back more than eight
hundred years
• Search for whales in the rich, productive waters of Húsavík
Photo credits: Michelle Valberg, and Dennis Minty (right page bottom left)
INTENDED ITINERARY
JUNE 30–JULY 10, 2018 OR
JULY 9–19, 2018 Grimsey
Day 1: Reykjavík
Day 2: Reykjavík Isafjördur Siglufjördur
Húsavík
Day 3: Stykkishólmur Akureyri
Seydisfjördur
Day 4: Isafjördur
Stykkishólmur
Day 5: Siglufjördur/Grimsey
Day 6: Akureyri ICELAND Djupivogur
Reykjavík
Day 7: Húsavík
Day 8: Seydisfjördur
Day 9: Djupivogur Vestmannaeyjar
(Westman Islands)
Day 10: Vestmannaeyjar
(Westman Islands)
Day 11: Reykjavík
This is our proposed itinerary. It is highly probable that weather, sea conditions, and unforeseen circumstances will not allow us to
travel this exact route. Our Expedition Leader and the ship's captain will determine our exact route day by day. Please note that this
expedition includes a first night spent at a Reykjavík hotel.
i For more information about this itinerary—including destinations and onboard resource staff—visit us online. 5
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1-2 | Reykjavík lished in the late sixteenth century. The nearby mountain
Reykjavik, or “steamy bay” is a cosmopolitan capital city of Helgafell is the burial place of Guðrún Ósvífursdóttir,
and as much a part of the Icelandic experience as volca- heroine of the Icelandic saga. The area was featured in
noes, glaciers, and the midnight sun. Entirely powered the 2013 film The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.
by geothermal energy harnessed from the Earth, the
city boast crisp, clean, and pollution free air, as well as Day 4 | Isafjördur
thermally heated streets and sidewalks. It is among the Isafjördur (meaning “ice fjord or fjord of ice”) is an idyllic
cleanest, greenest, and safest cities in the world, and is town in the Westfjords region. Connected to the Icelan-
believed to be the location of the first permanent set- dic mainland only by a narrow strip of land, this seclud-
tlement in Iceland, established in ad 874. The Culture ed peninsula includes many roadless areas. The land-
House, which opened in 1909, was originally built to scape includes jaw-dropping views of dramatic fjords
house the National Library and National Archives of carved by ancient glaciers, and sheer table mountains
Iceland; in 2000, it was remodeled to promote Icelandic that plunge into the sea. Thousands of puffins inhabit
national heritage, including treasures like the Poetic tiny Vigur Island, and the splendid Dynjandi waterfall is
Edda, and the Norse Sagas in their original manuscripts. renowned for its beauty. Fishing has always been Isafjör-
Here, we embark the Ocean Endeavour. We depart Reyk- dur’smain industry. It has one of the largest fisheries
javik in the evening. in Iceland, and is home to the University Centre of the
Westfjords, which offers two master’s degree programs:
Day 3 | Stykkishólmur one in Coastal & Marine Management, and the other in
This area is often called "Iceland in Miniature" because of Marine Innovation. The local folk museum contains the
its diverse landscapes. These include bird-rich Breidafjör- oldest house in Iceland, built in 1734.
dur Bay and the Snaefellsjökull glacier, sitting atop the
dormant volcano that was featured in Jules Verne’s Day 5 | Siglufjördur & Grimsey
Journey to the Center of the Earth. Stykkishólmur is the The fjord town of Siglufjördur was once the hub of the
region’s namesake community, home to a natural harbour global herring industry and is now enjoying a rebirth in
ideal for fishing. The first trading post here was estab- popularity. The award-winning Herring Era Museum, lo-
This is our proposed itinerary. It is highly probable that weather, sea conditions, and unforeseen circumstances will not allow us to
travel this exact route. Our Expedition Leader and the ship's captain will determine our exact route day by day.
© Michelle Valberg
cated on the vibrant harbourfront, celebrates the golden Day 6 | Akureyri
age of the herring fishery. The town remains dependent Iceland’s second-largest urban area, Akureyri is nick-
on fishing, although the herring population has been de- named the Capital of North Iceland. The relatively mild
pleted. The old mountain road to Siglufjördur—the only climate and ice-free harbour have played a significant
connection to the rest of the country before the construc- role in the town’s history since its settlement in the
tion of a tunnel system—is open during the summer. ninth century—including offering a base for Allied units
The highest-elevated road in Iceland, it is used today for during the Second World War. The town is surrounded
hiking, horseback riding, and driving. by mountains, which shield it from strong winds. Nearby
Lake Myvatn offers stunning contrasts: one side of the
About forty kilometres off the mainland, Grimsey Island lake features rugged volcanic remnants, while the other
lies on the Artic Circle, which means that it experiences side is blessed with lush vegetation and varied bird life.
midnight sun in the summer. With a stunning population
of nearly a million seabirds, including puffins, guille- Day 7 | Húsavík
mots, and gulls, the island experiences a cacophony of On the shores of Skjalfandi Bay lies the town of Húsavík.
bird calls around the clock as well. Grimsey’s hundred or Often called the "Whale Capital" of Iceland, the local wa-
so inhabitants are served by a ferry three times a week. ters are home to fifteen different whale species, as well
i For more information about this itinerary—including destinations and onboard resource staff—visit us online. 7
as dolphins and thirty varieties of birds. The Húsavík ly a kilometre west of the town is a work of art named
Museum is located by the harbour. There are numerous "Eggin í Gleðivík" (The Eggs of Merry Bay) by Sigurður
other museums, including the Exploration Museum, Guðmundsson, a series of thirty-four large stone replicas
which includes artifacts from Apollo astronaut training of the eggs of local birds.
in the area, as well as a transportation museum, and a
turf house museum. Day 10 | Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands)
Vestmannaeyjar lies off the south coast of Iceland and
Day 8 | Seydisfjördur comprises fourteen islands in addition to a number of
The picturesque port of Seydisfjördur is nestled between rocks and skerries. Only the archipelago’s largest island,
the sea and steep mountains at the tip of its namesake Heimaey, is inhabited, though several of the outlying is-
fjord. The town of seven hundred or so is known among lands have small cabins used during bird-hunting season.
other things for its flourishing art scene. Connected to Since the early days of Heimaey’s occupation, fishing has
the Icelandic Ring Road, Seydisfjördur welcomes car been the principal way of life for its inhabitants. Today,
ferries from Denmark and the Faroes. The fjord itself is the island is home to two large processing plants and a ro-
quite remote, and is home to a booming puffin colony bust freezing and shipping industry, which supplies fish
and ruins of a former church at nearby Vestdallseyri. to European markets. Numerous species of seabirds nest
Local activities include seal-spotting, horseback riding, in the steep rock faces along the ocean cliffs and high on
kayaking, and guided hikes of the Vestadalur area, which the bluffs surrounding the island. Highly volcanically
features numerous waterfalls. active, the area has seen two major eruptions in recent
times: the formation of the island of Surtsey in 1963, and
Day 9 | Djupivogur the Eldfell eruption ten years later that destroyed much
By the early-nineteenth century, Djúpivogur fishing of Heimaey and nearly choked off the harbour with lava.
village in southeast Iceland was a tiny port with a Dan-
ish colonial trading base. Hans Jonatan, who had been a Day 11 | Reykjavík
slave in Copenhagen, escaped there and became one of After breakfast, we bid farewell to the Ocean Endeavour
Iceland's first people of colour. The village is the starting as we sail back into Reykjavík. This dynamic city with
point for an optional excursion to Vatnajökull glacier. its invigorating outdoor activities, great food, and world-
The nearby coastline is defined by three fjords— Be- class entertainment is the perfect place to cap our jour-
rufjörður, Hamarsfjörður, and Álftafjörður. Approximate- ney and reflect on an unforgettable ten days at sea!
This is our proposed itinerary. It is highly probable that weather, sea conditions, and unforeseen circumstances will not allow us to
travel this exact route. Our Expedition Leader and the ship's captain will determine our exact route day by day.
© Dennis Minty i For more information about this itinerary—including destinations and onboard resource staff—visit us online. 9
THE
OCEAN ENDEAVOUR
© Jerry Kobalenko
The Ocean Endeavour is the perfect vessel for expedi- two saunas, and even a hot tub! The spacious interior
tion cruising. Outfitted with twenty Zodiacs, advanced allows for varied workshops and presentations to occur
navigation equipment, multiple lounges, and a top deck simultaneously. The three lounges aboard the Ocean
observation room, she is purpose-built for passenger ex- Endeavour are optimal locations for seminars, events,
periences in remote environments. The Ocean Endeav- parties, and conversation.
our boasts a 1B ice class, enabling her to freely explore The Ocean Endeavour’s crew is experienced and
throughout the Arctic summer. Launched in 1982, she friendly. The ship’s shallow draft and manoeuvrability
has had numerous upgrades, most recently in 2016. allow her to access isolated fjords, bays, and secluded
At 137 metres in length, the Ocean Endeavour has communities. Enjoy the class and comfort of a boutique
plenty of interior and exterior space. Ample deck space hotel while venturing to some of the world’s last great
offers comfortable lounge chairs, a swimming pool, frontiers aboard the Ocean Endeavour!
10POOL DECK
COMPASS CLUB POLARIS RESTAURANT
YOUR EXPEDITION INCLUDES ABOARD:
• Educational presentations
ASHORE:
• Interactive workshops
• Introductions to local people and customs
• Nikon Canada lender program
• Sightseeing
• Evening entertainment
• Museum entry, park access, and port taxes
• All shipboard meals, including on-deck barbeques and
• Access to pristine wilderness areas
afternoon tea
• Zodiac tours and transfers
• 24-hour coffee, tea, and snacks
• Educational on-site interpretation
• Hors d’oeuvres and snacks during daily recaps
• Community programming—local performances, pre-
• 24-hour film and documentary programming in cabins
sentations, and demonstrations
• Fully stocked library
• Instructional photography walks
• Access to all ship's amenities, including saunas, gym,
• Rubber boots for expedition landings
pool, and hot tub
11DETAILS
CABIN CATEGORIES
Type of Passenger Cruise Ship
vessel:
Year built: 1982: Szczecin,
Poland (keel laid 1980)
Refurbished: 2001 / 2004 / 2010 / 2015
/ 2016
Registry: Bahamas
Length: 137 metres / 450 feet
Breadth: 21 metres / 69 feet
Draft: 5.8 metres / 19 feet
Ice Class: 1B polaris
restaurant
Main Engines: 4 x Skoda Sulzer
6ZL40/48
meridian
Club
Propellers: x variable pitch
2
propellers compass
gym
day Spa
Club
Stabilizers: Gyrofin stabilizers
mud
room
Bow-thruster: 600 kW / 800 hp
sauna
GIFT
SHOP
Deck 9
nautilus Aurora
Lounge Lounge
POOL
Deck 8
Deck 4 Deck 5 Deck 6 Deck 7
* Photos are a guide only; actual cabins may differ from those shown.
12DECK 5 PICTURED DECK 7 PICTURED DECK 8 PICTURED
CATEGORY 10 | SUITE CATEGORY 9 | JUNIOR SUITE CATEGORY 8 | SUPERIOR TWIN CATEGORY 7 | SELECT TWIN
Deck seven: forward- Deck five: (picture windows, Deck five: (two picture windows, Deck five: (picture windows,
facing picture windows, unobstructed view; queen unobstructed view; two lower berths, unobstructed view; two low-
unobstructed view; queen bed, sitting area — approx. 270 sitting area — approx. 210 sq. ft.), deck er berths, approx. 190 sq. ft.)
bed, private bath with full sq. ft.), deck seven forward: seven forward: (forward-facing picture and deck eight: (oversize win-
tub, refrigerator — approx. (forward-facing picture windows, windows, unobstructed; queen bed, dows, partial obstruction queen
310 sq. ft. unobstructed; queen bed, private private bath with full tub — approx. 180 bed — approx. 145 sq. ft.) private
bath with full tub, sitting area — sq. ft.), deck seven midship: (picture bath, refrigerator
approx. 290 sq. ft.) private bath, windows, partial obstruction; queen
refrigerator bed — approx. 190 sq. ft.) private bath,
refrigerator
DECK 4 PICTURED
CATEGORY 6 | COMFORT TWIN CATEGORY 6 | SITTING AREA CATEGORY 5 | MAIN TWIN
Deck four: (two porthole windows, unobstructed view; two lower berths — Deck five: Picture window,
approx. 175 sq. ft.), deck seven: (picture window, partial obstruction; two unobstructed view; two lower
lower berths — approx. 135 sq. ft.), and deck eight: (picture windows, ob- berths, private bath — ap-
structed view; queen bed — approx. 160 sq. ft.) private bath, refrigerator prox. 115 sq. ft.
CATEGORY 4 | EXTERIOR TWIN CATEGORY 3 | INTERIOR TWIN CATEGORY 2 | TRIPLE CATEGORY 1 | QUAD
Deck four: Porthole window, unob- Deck five: Interior cabin, two lower Deck four: Interior cabin, three Deck four: Interior cabin, four
structed view; two lower berths, berths, private bath — approx. 125 sq. lower berths, two private baths lower berths, private bath (sep-
private bath — approx. 100 sq. ft. ft. (twin) / 110 sq. ft. (single) — approx. 200 sq. ft arate shower room and powder
(Twin) / 90 sq. ft. (Single) room) — approx. 240 sq. ft.LIFE ON BOARD
The Ocean Endeavour is designed for passenger
comfort, and ice-strengthened for safety in Arctic
waters.
The hardworking crew greatly enriches our on-
board experience and understands the unique
needs of expedition travel; they give their all to
make your adventure perfect.
Life aboard an expedition vessel is engaging and
exciting. We pride ourselves on an unparalleled mix
of discovery, learning, and fun. Above all, our expe-
ditions are adaptable. That means that you choose
the programming that most appeals to you. With
lively talks and presentations, trivia nights, evening
concerts, sing-alongs, theme dinners, and dances,
there’s certainly no shortage of things to do!
Enjoy the onboard spa, pool, and hot tub; get the
© Dennis Minty
blood flowing in the health club and gym; enjoy a
therapeutic massage or a quiet sauna after a day
out in the Zodiacs. Top it all off with unbeatable
gourmet food, sourced locally where possible.
Stay up to date with the expedition through
daily multimedia recaps, and take a trip to the
well-stocked shipboard library for some informal
discussion and personal reflection.
Travelling aboard the Ocean Endeavour is an
experience like no other: all the comforts of a
boutique hotel, at sea in some of the world's most
remote environments!
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© Julian BuchwaldEXPEDITIONS: ENHANCED ADVENTURE CANADA'S PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS At Adventure Canada, we’ve been offering our pas- ence them in the way that means the most to them. sengers trips-of-a-lifetime for thirty years. Along the We work with local operators to provide authentic way, we’ve discovered that the very best way to see the experiences, bringing added value to your voyage and world’s most remote places is by ship. Expedition land- economic benefit to local communities. From helicopter ings, hikes on the land, and Zodiac cruises allow guests tours and private fishing excursions to bicycle rentals to experience wilderness, wildlife, and culture in a way and volcano excursions, we want to ensure that you are unlike any other. Now, get even closer to our storied able to take advantage of every experience the incredible destinations with these paid Program Enhancements: regions we visit have to offer. By popular demand, our customized excursions for those who want them! This Program Enhancements take the core AC ethos—and put allows you full control of your expedition. Because our it in overdrive! trips are for everyone, and we want everyone to experi- © Dennis Minty 15
2018 EXPEDITION & BERTH PRICES ALL PRICES ARE IN U.S. DOLLARS
AND ARE CASH/CHEQUE DISCOUNTED
CHARTER CABIN CLASS CATEGORIES
TRIP DAYS
FLIGHTS 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
ICELAND
CIRCUMNAVIGATION
11 — $12,995 $11,995 $10,795 $9,995 $8,395 $7,395 $6,295 $4,995 $3,995 $2,995
JUNE 30–JULY 10, 2018
& JULY 9–19, 2018
CREDIT CARD PRICING $13,515 $12,475 $11,227 $10,395 $8,731 $7,691 $6,547 $5,195 $4,155 $3,115
DISCOVERY FUND FEE $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250
FINAL PAYMENT DUE: MARCH 2 / 9, 2018
OCEAN ENDEAVOUR OCEAN ENDEAVOUR
EXPEDITION COSTS INCLUDE: EXPEDITION COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE:
*Passage aboard the Ocean Endeavour *Applicable *$250 Discovery Fund Fee *Commercial & charter
taxes *Pre-departure materials *Special access flights *Gratuities (suggested $15 usd per
permits, entry and park fees *Team of expedition passenger, per day) *Bicycle rentals *Personal
staff *Educational program *Nikon Camera expenses *Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
Trial Program *Interactive workshops *Evening *Additional expenses in the event of delays or
entertainment *Guided activities *Sightseeing itinerary changes *Possible fuel surcharges *Pre- &
and community visits *All shipboard meals *All post-trip hotel accommodation *Additional costs
Zodiac excursions *Port fees *Hotel, night 1 (Iceland associated with payments made by credit card
Circumnavigation only) *Program EnhancementsINCENTIVES AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY ABOARD OCEAN ENDEAVOUR EXPEDITIONS
FREE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FAMILY FRIENDLY
For those who prefer not to share, we have Children four years old and younger pay only
a limited quantity of cabins in category 3 for charter airfare—and children two years
through to category 7 with no single supple- and younger travel free! Children must be ac-
ment! Once these cabins are sold, the single companied by a full-fare adult. This promotion
supplement fee is 1.5 times the berth cost.
cannot be combined with any other offers.
Call for details and availability.
PAY IN FULL PROMOTION
MULTI-TRIP PROMOTION
Save $250 usd per person when you purchase
Receive 10% off the berth cost of Arctic and pay in full for your 2018 expedition by
itineraries and 20% off the berth cost November 30, 2017. This promotion can be
of Canadian East Coast and European combined with our Multi-Trip, 30% under 30,
itineraries when you book more than one or Free Single Supplement promotions.
voyage in a calendar year. This promotion
can be combined with our Pay in Full and
Free Single Supplement promotions. PRICE GUARANTEE
If Adventure Canada reduces the price of the
SAVE 30% UNDER 30 berth portion of the fare of any expedition
more than 120 days prior to departure, previ-
Save 30% on berth cost for travellers under ously booked clients may claim the lower rate.
thirty years of age—call us for details! This For more info, please visit
special can be combined with our Pay in Full adventurecanada.com/guarantee/
and Free Single Supplement promotions. for more information.
17IMPORTANT INFORMATION
DISCOVERY FUND reserves the right to amend all or part of any tour price for any reason
Each area we visit has rich cultural experiences and wild treasures to including, without limitation: increased fuel costs, airfares, airport
offer. As guests, we have made a point of sourcing and supporting local charges or increases in ground operator service fees. If the price increase
projects in the areas through which we travel. A contribution from each is more than 7% (except increases resulting from an increase in retail
passenger, billed separately as the Discovery Fee, represents a portion of sales tax or Federal Goods and Services Tax or Harmonized Sales Tax)
the money we donate to ensure the longevity and success of educational, the customer has the right to cancel the contract and obtain a full refund.
environmental, and cultural initiatives in these regions. Our Discovery Fee Tour fees quoted are based on group participation. Prices are cash/cheque
is $250 USD per person for all shipboard expeditions. discounted, and in U.S. dollars.
PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION 2018 CREDIT CARD PRICING IS AS FOLLOWS IN USD:
Prior to your expedition, you will be sent digital resources including a Iceland Circumnavigation: C1 $3,115 C2 $4,155 C3 $ 5,195
statement of account, login details for your online profile access, and an C4 $6,547 C5 $7,691 C6 $8,731 C7 $10,395 C8 $11,227
introductory package to prepare you for your voyage. If you are not able C9 $12,475 C10 $13,515
to access your digital resources for any reason, please inform your Client
Service Representative. PAYMENT POLICY
A deposit of $1,000 usd per person per trip is required upon booking to
PRICING confirm participation. The balance of the payment is required 120 days
Rates are in U.S. dollars, per person, per voyage based on double prior to your departure date. The Company reserves the right to cancel
occupancy except for C1 and C2, which are quad and triple cabins, reservations if payments are not received in time. Prices are cash/cheque
respectively. Prices are cash/cheque discounted. Discovery Fund Fee and discounted, if you wish to pay by credit card please refer to our credit
charter/commercial airfare are not included in the berth price. Single card pricing. Please make cheques payable to: ADVENTURE CANADA.
occupancy cabins are available in select cabins on Ocean Endeavour. Please review our Cancellation & Refund Policy for a full outline of our
Please call for availability. cancellation terms.
CURRENCY As a registered Ontario company, we are licensed to sell travel packages
Although we are a Canadian company, most of our operating costs are through the Travel Industry Council of Ontario. We are required to keep
paid in U.S. dollars. For this reason, all tour prices are in U.S. dollars. We all customer deposits in Client Trust Accounts and may only use the
will accept Canadian dollars at an incentivized exchange rate; please funds once the trip has begun or to make a deposit to an operator on
call for details. We are not responsible for bank exchange rates on credit behalf of the client. Our Client Trust Accounts are subject to audit by a
card transactions. cpa on an annual basis and regularly inspected by tico auditors.
TOUR FARES HOW TO REGISTER
Published prices are based on exchange rates and tariffs in effect at the To register for an Adventure Canada expedition, each participant must
time of printing (April 2017) and are subject to change without notice. complete the registration form and return it to our office with a $1,000
Once the deposit has been received changes will not be made to the usd deposit. THE REGISTRATION FORM IS DOUBLE-SIDED AND
base price. No refund will be given if costs are reduced. The company YOUR SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED ON BOTH PAGES. By returning the
18registration form and deposit, you are acknowledging and agreeing to liabilities. Personal information is collected for crew and passenger
the Terms and Conditions and Release required for participation on safety reasons, and by signing up for an adventure, you consent to the
any Adventure Canada excursion. All cheques must be made out to collection of the personal information. You may refer to our Privacy
Adventure Canada and MAY NOT BE CANADIAN CHEQUES MADE Policy at www.adventurecanada.com/privacy. Online accounts are
OUT TO USD; ask your bank for information on foreign currency. Full established by booking reservations. This means that all passengers
payment by credit card is subject to credit card pricing. on a given reservation will have access to each others’ information.
You will be asked to acknowledge this process on our reservation
ITINERARIES form by checking the box ‘I/we agree that all passenger details will be
Weather, ice, government regulations and events beyond our control viewable by all persons on this registration/reservation’. If you prefer
may necessitate changes to the itineraries and/or the cancellation to have individual access to the online account, please do not check
of certain shore excursions. There may be a planned alternate for this box on the reservation form and advise your Adventure Specialist
your route: please inquire at the time of booking. In the event of by phone or email. If you prefer to provide your personal information
itinerary changes, passengers are not entitled to any refund or to Adventure Canada by mail or fax, please contact us and we will
other compensation. Should the tour be interrupted for any reason send you paper copies. We ask that your personal information be
repatriation costs and expenses relating to prepaid travel expenses completed at your convenience, but no less than 120 days prior to
will be at the sole cost of the traveler. There will be no refund for any departure. You will not receive your final documents until these forms
portion of the tour already taken. Passenger should purchase full travel are completed and submitted.
insurance coverage and refundable air/train tickets. Expedition fees
are based on group participation. Should you choose not to take part in PASSPORTS & VISAS
any activity or make use of services provided, no refund will be given. Passports are mandatory and must be current, with a date of expiry
Vessels and dates are subject to change. at least three (3) months after the trip’s conclusion. Participants are
responsible for obtaining personal visas, passports, health certificates
SINGLE TRAVELLERS and other required documents and inoculations at their own expense.
On the Ocean Endeavour, single travellers willing to share their Entry to another country may be refused even if the required
accommodation will be guaranteed the published rate even if a information and travel documents are complete.
roommate is not available in categories one through seven. There are
a limited number of single-occupancy cabins available in categories ACTIVITY LEVEL
three through seven with no single supplement charge. A single Although Adventure Canada endeavours to accommodate any
supplement charge of 1.5 times the published rate will apply when passengers, subject to the specific characteristics of the vessels,
single cabins are not available. accommodations, itineraries and terrain of our excursions, Adventure
Canada expeditions necessitate that passengers be in reasonably good
PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION health. Zodiac cruises and transfer times can be lengthy. You must be
Prior to your expedition we will send you a pre-departure package able to climb stairs between decks on the ship. You must also be able
including a statement of account, login details for your online profile, to climb the external gangway stairs to transfer between the ship and
and digital resources to prepare you for your voyage. the Zodiacs. Our guides and ship crew are available to assist you in
and out of the Zodiacs, both on shore and at the gangway. Adventure
ONLINE PROFILE Canada expeditions may involve extensive walking in variable weather
Adventure Canada collects personal information from our passengers conditions over sometimes sandy or uneven terrain. Wherever possible
via secure online account. You are required to provide select medical on shore excursions, we break into smaller, guided groups according to
and personal information, as well as acknowledgement of select interest and physical ability. This may mean one small group going off
19on a strenuous, two-hour hike on steep terrain, while another explores GRATUITIES
the area in and around the landing beach, keeping to relatively level Our ships’ crew work hard to please, and tips are heartily appreciated.
terrain and short distances. Generally speaking, once a few people are In fairness to all those who work together to make your trip enjoyable,
ready to return to the ship, the Zodiacs are usually available to take tips are collected at the end of the voyage and distributed equitably
you back at the time of your choosing. To inquire about whether our among the crew. Although we leave tip amounts to your discretion,
adventures are suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact us. past passengers have asked for a recommended amount. We suggest a
rate of $15 usd per day, per passenger. Gratuities will be automatically
ZODIAC CRAFT added to your shipboard account: you may advise the purser onboard
Zodiacs are the favoured means of transportation for all our if you would like to increase or decrease the tip amount. Adventure
expeditions and, indeed, wherever shallow waters and beaches ring the Canada staff does not accept tips.
shoreline. They are stable, versatile craft that cruise at approximately
four knots; in windy weather they can make for rather splashy rides. We AIRFARE
therefore recommend wearing wet weather gear for Zodiac transfers. When purchasing your airline tickets to meet us at our point of
Life preservers are absolutely compulsory and will be provided. Zodiac departure, please ensure that they are changeable or refundable;
landings will generally entail disembarking onto rocky or gravelly Adventure Canada is not responsible for missed connections due to
beaches. The beach landings may be wet, meaning that there may be late charter flights or changes / delays / interruptions in the ship’s
some spray enroute to shore, and that you may have to step into water intended itinerary and will not reimburse you for rebooking fees or
up to 25 centimetres / 10 inches deep. Rubber boots will be provided. new ticket charges incurred.
MEDICAL FACILITIES
Passenger safety is of utmost importance to us. This expedition
is intended for persons in good health, and thus our adventures TICO Reg# 4001400
may not be suitable for those who are not fit for long trips for any
reason, including disability, heart, or other health conditions. Should
any such condition become apparent, or should passenger safety
become a concern, we reserve the right at our sole discretion to
decline embarkation prior to the commencement of the tour or to
disembark passengers prior to the completion of the tour. Our vessel
is not equipped to handle serious medical conditions. Medical and
Emergency Evacuation insurance is mandatory. A ship’s doctor will
be in attendance in the ship’s small medical clinic to attend only to
passengers’ basic health needs. If you require specific medications,
please ensure that you bring a supply adequate to last you for the
duration of the journey and take care to properly pack them to ensure
safe transport. Once aboard ship, we will be travelling in remote
communities where prescriptions cannot be replaced. There is a fee for
consultation and treatment by the onboard doctor. Any charges will
be debited from your onboard account. To inquire about whether our
adventures are suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact us.
202018 REGISTRATION FORM
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the Registration Form and return with payment to: Adventure Canada, 14 Front St. S., Mississauga, ON L5H 2C4
or fax 905.271.5595 or email info@adventurecanada.com
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to Adventure Canada)TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND PASSAGE CONTRACT TICKET owners, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors (including, without limitation, the carrier) and/or employees.
These Terms and Conditions and Passage Contract Ticket (“Terms and Conditions”) are entered into between 750207
Ontario Inc., operating as Adventure Canada (Ontario Registration Nos. 0400 1400 / 5002 1860) (“Adventure Canada”) Regardless of the situation or circumstances giving rise to a claim, the passenger waives any right to seek indirect, spe-
and the passenger (as detailed on the Registration Form). cial, consequential, punitive or exemplary damages against Adventure Canada, its owners, officers, directors, agents,
contractors (including, without limitation, the carrier) and employees, for any reason whatsoever.
Adventure Canada is a sub-charterer of the Ocean Endeavour from Endeavour Partners Ltd. (“Endeavour”). In accepting
these Terms and Conditions, the passenger is agreeing that these terms and conditions constitute the contract and In case of a medical problem arising during the voyage, either on board or on shore, which results in costs for evac-
the ticket for the excursion.Adventure Canada is a wholesaler of Tanzania's Great Migration Safari. You will receive a uation, use of aircraft or repatriation, the responsibility for payment of these costs belongs solely to the passenger
separate registration form for this trip.
COMPENSATION
Compensation for personal injury is limited in accordance with the provisions of any applicable International Conven-
RELEASE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY tions. These include, for example, in the course of road travel, air travel, rail travel, sea travel, or hotel accommodation
and are limited to the provisions of, respectively, the Geneva Convention 1973, the Warsaw Convention as amended
On tours which embark, disembark or call at any port in the United States, Adventure Canada and Endeavour shall be en- by The Hague Protocol 1955, the 1961 Berne Convention, the 1974 Athens Convention and the 1962 Paris Convention
titled to all the exemptions from and limitations of liability provided in or authorized by the laws of the United States (in-
cluding title 46, United States Code Sections 30501 through 30509 and 30511). On all other tours, Adventure Canada and
Endeavour shall be entitled to any and all liability limitations, immunities and rights applicable to it under the “Athens EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY/PARTICIPATION
Convention Relating to the Carriage of Passengers and their Luggage by Sea” of 1974, as amended by the “Protocol to The passenger hereby certifies that he/she does not have a mental, physical, or other condition or disability that would
the Athens Convention Relating to the Carriage of Passengers and their Luggage by Sea” of 1990 (“Athens Convention”). create a hazard for him/her or other passengers that he/she has not disclosed to Adventure Canada. The passenger
agrees to honestly complete the personal information request from Adventure Canada via its website or by requesting
In all other situations, the passenger further agrees that neither Adventure Canada, its owners, officers, directors, paper copies, prior to departure. Adventure Canada reserves the right to request further information from the pas-
agents, contractors (including, without limitation, Endeavour and any vessel or other conveyance used in carrying out senger’s physician to which the passenger hereby provides his/her consent. The passenger clearly understands that
the tour ) and employees shall have any liability or responsibility whatsoever for damages to or loss of property, loss the liability of Adventure Canada is definitively limited as aforesaid. The passenger has carefully read the Terms and
of services, or injury or wrongful death or any other loss, expense, damage, delay or inconvenience which may be Conditions set out herein as well as the materials regarding the tour provided by Adventure Canada and is aware that
sustained or which may be incurred by reason of, or while engaged on, any Adventure Canada tour, whether due to or such tour involves the risk of personal injury or death and damage or loss of property. The passenger also acknowledges
caused by Adventure Canada or Endeavour’s ownership, maintenance, use, operation or control of any manner of vessel that risk and dangers may be caused by the negligence of Adventure Canada, its owners, directors, employees, con-
or other conveyance used in carrying out the tour; (ii) the use of transportation or other services by owners, operators, or tractors, officers or agents or the negligence or participation of other participants. The passenger acknowledges that
public carriers for whom Adventure Canada acts only as agent and for whom Adventure Canada is not responsible; (iii) risk and dangers may arise from foreseeable and unforeseeable causes, including weather and other acts of nature.
passenger’s lack of proper travel documentation (such as visas, passports, etc.); (iv) any act, omission or event occurring The passenger acknowledges that the aforementioned risks, dangers and hazards are a potential in connection with
during the time that passengers are not aboard Adventure Canada or Endeavour’s vessel or conveyances; (v) any act recreational activities which may take place during the passenger’s tour. In consideration of the benefits to be derived
of war, insurrection, revolt or other civil uprising or military action occurring in the countries of origin, destination or from participation in the tour, the passenger voluntarily accepts all risk of personal injury or death and property damage
passage, or changes caused by sickness, weather, strike, quarantine or other causes beyond the control of Adventure or other loss arising from participation on the tour and hereby agrees that he/she and his/her dependents, heirs, exec-
Canada or Endeavour or (vi) defects or failures of any aircraft, vessel, automotive vehicle or other equipment or instru- utors, administrators, legal personal representatives, successors and assigns, do release and hold harmless Adventure
mentality under the control of independent suppliers. Notwithstanding the foregoing, should for any reason, Adventure Canada and its owners, employees, officers, directors, agents, contractors, trustees and representatives from any and
Canada be found liable for any matter, Adventure Canada’s maximum liability, for any reason whatsoever, howsoever all claims, including claims of negligence, illness, personal injury, death or property damage or loss, however caused,
caused, will be limited to the amount paid by the passenger to Adventure Canada for its services. Without limitation, arising from or related to this tour. The passenger has read carefully these Terms and Conditions, and will abide by the
Adventure Canada is not responsible for any negligent acts, or acts which are beyond its control, including but not conditions set by Adventure Canada and in the Terms and Conditions hereof or elsewhere published. The passenger
limited to acts of God or force majeure, weather emergencies, breakdown, or failure of diving or mechanical equipment, affirms that he/she has not received or relied on any oral or written representation of Adventure Canada as a basis for
government actions, inclement weather, sickness, attacks by animals, availability of medical care or the adequacy agreeing to the release contained in these Terms and Conditions, and acknowledges that they have had the opportunity
of the same, criminal activity of any kind, terrorism, war, civil disturbance, sanitary conditions, quality or sanitation to seek independent legal advice prior to entering this contract.
of food, quarantine, customs, regulations, epidemics, strikes, hotel overbooking, safety and/or security standards at
hotels or other accommodations, or for any other reason beyond the control of Adventure Canada. Adventure Canada and Endeavour shall be entitled to inspect passengers and their luggage for security purposes and
the passenger hereby acknowledges that this may involve a physical search of the passenger and/or his/her property.
Unless otherwise provided for in these Terms and Conditions, the passenger hereby waives any claim it may have
against Adventure Canada, its owners, officers, directors, agents, contractors (including, without limitation, Endeavour Should any passenger not arrive on board the vessel at a scheduled time of departure, Adventure Canada shall have no
and any vessel or other conveyance used in carrying out the tour ) and employees for any such damage, loss or injury. liability for any delay or interruption in planned itinerary of the vessel and Adventure Canada shall have the right, but
shall not be obliged, to continue with the cruise on its planned itinerary.
The passenger specifically understands and agrees that the passenger is releasing, discharging and waiving any claims or
actions that the passenger may have presently or in the future for the negligent acts or conduct of Adventure Canada, its
Please call to confirm availability before sending in completed registration form. Complete and sign both pages of the Registration Form and
return with payment to: Adventure Canada 14 Front St. S., Mississauga, ON, L5H 2C4 OR fax 905.271.5595 OR email info@adventurecanada.com
I / We understand that pricing is I / We understand that final payment I / We agree that all submitted passenger I / We have read, signed, and agreed
cheque / cash discounted and in USD. is due 120 days before departure. details will be viewable by all persons on to the Terms and Conditions.
this registration / reservation.
DATE: D A Y / M O N T H / Y E A R
SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR PASSENGER 1 SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR PASSENGER 2EXCLUSIVE GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION expenses relating to prepaid travel expenses will be at the sole cost of the passenger. There will be no refund
These Terms and Conditions and any actions and proceeding brought hereunder shall be governed by the laws of for any portion of the tour already taken. Adventure Canada recommends that the passenger obtains full travel
the Province of Ontario and the laws of Canada applicable therein without regard to conflict of laws principles. insurance coverage and purchases refundable air/train tickets.
Any action or legal proceeding to enforce any provision hereof, or based on any right arising out of, these terms
and conditions shall be exclusively in the courts of the City of Toronto, in the Province of Ontario, and all of the INSURANCE
parties hereto hereby consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and of the appropriate appellate courts Due to the nature of the tour in which the passenger will be participating, passengers should have in place prior
in any such action or legal proceeding and waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction in connection therewith. to departure, comprehensive insurance coverage including without limitation medical, emergency evacuation, trip
cancellation and interruption, accident and baggage insurance. It is the responsibility of the passenger to secure
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY insurance for the level of protection they desire. Emergency Medical and Evacuation Insurance is mandatory for
All requests for cancellations must be received in writing. Upon Adventure Canada receiving a written notice of participation in all Adventure Canada expeditions and may be purchased through Adventure Canada at the time
cancellation at least 120 days prior to the scheduled date of departure, the passenger shall receive a full refund of of booking and onward. Evidence of policy documentation will be required prior to embarkation. All passengers
its tour fees, less an administrative penalty of $500 usd per person. If a written notice of cancellation is received must carry a minimum of $75,000 usd per person emergency medical and evacuation coverage. This may not
by Adventure Canada between 91 and 120 days prior to the scheduled date of departure, the passenger shall cover the full cost of a medical emergency. Additional expenses are the full responsibility of the passenger. Any
receive a refund of 35% of its tour fees. Please note that within the 90-day limit, all fees, deposits and tariffs re- losses sustained by the passenger as a result of the passenger failing to obtain proper insurance coverage shall
ceived by Adventure Canada are forfeited. For these and other reasons mentioned below, passengers are strongly be the sole responsibility of the passenger. For full coverage, including cancellation coverage prior to departure,
advised to obtain trip cancellation insurance at the time of deposit. No refunds shall be made to passengers who passengers are strongly recommended to obtain travel insurance. As the passenger firms up their travel plans the
do not participate in any part of, or otherwise do not complete, the tour for any reason whatsoever. passenger may insure additional trip related expenses (for example commercial airfare, accommodations, pre and
post excursions and discrepancies in currency), please contact your client services specialist to do so.
CANCELLATION DATE PENALTY REFUND BAGGAGE
Baggage is solely at the passenger’s risk and expense. Baggage is limited to a maximum weight of 20 Kg or 44
Booking to 120 days prior to scheduled departure $500 USD Balance lbs for all excursions involving an Adventure Canada charter flight. Also, commercial airline luggage allowance
differs from carrier to carrier; please check with the passenger’s airline for current standards and weight restric-
tions. Excess baggage is not permitted on charter flights. Any excess baggage charges for commercial flights are
91 - 120 days prior to scheduled departure 65% 35%
the responsibility of the passenger. Passenger’s baggage is restricted to suitcases and hand luggage of such size
and type as can comfortably and safely be stored in the passenger’s cabins. Cabin trunks are not acceptable and
90 days prior to scheduled departure 100% 0% will not be permitted on board the vessel.
IMAGES AND PRIVACY
DELAYS & INTERRUPTION On these trips Adventure Canada takes many photos, some of which are used for promotional purposes. If the
In the event of a delay, whether before or after embarkation, passengers will be responsible for all costs and passenger would not like photos which include the passenger to be used, please let Adventure Canada know in
expenses associated therewith, including, without limitation, any additional food, lodging, transportation costs, advance. Adventure Canada may also celebrate the passenger’s birthday or special events: please advise Adven-
or charge fees resulting from such delay. Should the tour be interrupted for any reason repatriation costs and ture Canada if the passenger would like to abstain.
DISCOVERY FUND
We believe in sustainable social and environmental practices, development in addition to environmental and wildlife
and commit to upholding standards of responsible travel. We preservation. Each year, we endeavour to extend our support
encourage our partners to do the same. to both high profile and grassroots ventures.
In 1996, Adventure Canada established the Discovery Fund By travelling with Adventure Canada, you are helping ensure
to help strengthen sustainable initiatives and projects in that our planet’s irreplaceable treasures will endure for
the regions to which we travel. Supported by a $250 usd fee generations to come!
added to the price of each tour sold, the Discovery Fund allows
passengers to take an active role in the betterment of our world. Thank You!
The Discovery Fund Fee directly assists local and national
organizations in social and economic community
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