Greenland and Wild Labrador
« Clipper Adventurer (AC)
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| Cat 1 | Cat 2 | Cat 3 | Cat 4 | Cat 5 | Cat 6 | Cat 7 | Cat 8 | Cat 9 | Cat 10 | ||
| 14 | Sep 12 '10 |
$3,895 | $4,595 | $5,795 | $6,595 | $7,695 | $8,275 | $8,995 | $9,595 | $10,195 | $10,695 |
| $250 Environmental Discovery Fee Add charter flights from Toronto and back to Ottawa - call for pricing details. |
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| Destinations : Arctic, Greenland, Newfoundland, Labrador |
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Days 1-2 Ilulissat
ulissat is beautifully situated at the mouth of the 40-kilometre ice-fjord and is home to the 'baby-maker' of icebergs birthed by the most productive glacier in the Northern hemisphere - Sermeq Kujalleq. 250 km north of the Arctic Circle, the town of Ilulissat is dotted with bright colourful houses and the best lattes in Greenland! With a population just shy of 5,000, humans are outnumbered almost 2 to 1 to the photogenic sled dog. After our arrival we will have a chance to explore the town before boarding Clipper Adventurer, our home for the next fourteen days. Our time in Ilulissat will include zodiac cruises in the ice-fjord, light hiking, visiting the museum and shops and an optional helicopter flight over Sermeq Kujalleq. Midday on the 13th, we will depart Ilulissat, sailing through the ice-choked waters, photographic opportunities and breath taking views await those on deck.
Day 3 Evighedsfjorden & Kangaamiut
Today we arrive at Evighedsfjorden, known as the Eternity Fjord. As we cruise along this meandering fjord, we find ourselves surrounded by the highest mountains in West Greenland - reaching heights of over 2,000 meters! We?ll seek out the seals and whales who reside in the area, and scan the bird cliffs. Kangaamiut, is a small fishing community in the municipality of Qeqqata. During our visit to this colourful town, we'll be hosted by a local family and enjoy a presentation in the church before and optional hike.
Day 4 Nuuk
Welcome to Nuuk, the capital of Greenland! Nuuk, meaning 'the headland' and is situated at the mouth of a gigantic fjord system. Established as the very first Greenlandic town in 1728, Nuuk has a history that dates back over 4,200 years. Today, Nuuk is the world's smallest capital city with a population of only 15,000. Here we have a chance to spot Humpback whales in the fjord, reindeer roaming the land and birds soaring in the sky. The town itself is home to Greenland's University, a cathedral dating back to 1849 and Greenland's National Museum. We will visit some of the city's most important sites, before free time to explore on your own.
Day 5 Monumental Island
The tiny pile of rocks known as Monumental Island lies at the mouth of Frobisher Bay, where the mixing of ocean currents from Hudson Strait creates a rich environment for ocean life. The tides here are some of the strongest in the world; depending on ice and tide conditions we will explore the area in search of polar bear, walrus and whale.
Day 6 Kangiqsualujjuaq
In the shelter of a commanding granite rock outcrop we find the easternmost community of Kangiqsualujjuaq, or George River. Twenty-five kilometers upstream from Ungava Bay, the ebb and flow of the tides define the summer lives of the people and fauna of this area. Arctic flora thrives in the protected valley. The calving grounds of the George River herd, the largest ungulate population in the world estimated at several hundreds of thousands of head is nearby. After our welcome back to Canada, we will have the freedom to explore the community, meet with locals and strike out of town for a hike on the tundra.
Days 7-8 Torngat Mountains National Park
From the Inuktitut word Torngait , meaning 'place of spirits', the Torngat Mountains have been home to Inuit and their predecessors for thousands of years, with archaeological evidence reaching back almost 7,000 years. The fjords here reach well back into the depths of the Torngats as we are overshadowed by cliffs rising straight up from the sea, peaking at 1,700 m, the highest point of land in Labrador. The Torngat Mountains claim some of the oldest rocks on the planet and provide some of the best exposure of geological history. The rocky landscape is a challenge to life, and the species that make their home here are a resilient bunch with fascinating survival adaptations. We hope to see a number of species during our time in Northern Labrador. Our intention is to make expeditionary stops in the northern reaches of Labrador, including the Eclipse Bay, Nackvak Fiord and Saglek Bay.
Day 9 Okak
The permantant settlement of Okak occurred during the first expansion of the Moravian missionaries from Nain. However, the region itself represents a microcosm of more than 5000 years of prehistory. In 1776 when the Moravians settled, 250 Inuit inhabited the area and survived primarily on whale and seal hunting. Tragedy struck the village in 1918 when over eighty percent of the 263 residents died from the Spanish influenza. Many of the survivors endured in the pretty community, but in 1965 the residents were relocated to other coastal towns by the government. Today, what remains of Okak town is a graveyard and ruins of the former mission. Our morning will be spent on zodiac and foot exploring the network of islands and haunting remnants of Okak.
Day 10 Hopedale
Originally called Agvituk meaning 'place of whales', Hopedale was first established in 1782 by Moravian Missionaries. Today the community is a mix of Inuit and settler populations. Traditional Inuit practices remain strong and most of the six hundred plus residents are members of the Labrador Inuit Association. The Hopedale Mission is considered to be the oldest wooden-frame building east of Quebec and has been declared a National Historic Site. There is a wonderfully run museum located by the Mission.
Day 11 Mealy Mountains
Infused in the Mealy Mountains in the traditional history of the first peoples of the land. The Labrador Innu, Labrador Inuit and Labrador Métis have binding subsistence, traditional and cultural bonds. The creation of the Mealy Mountain National Park was announced in early February 2010 and celebrated by all Canadian. Larger than Yellowstone and Yosemite combined, the new park will be the single largest conservation zone in Eastern Canada. The area boasts boreal ecosystem and wildlife and threatened woodland caribou herd, along with moose, black bear, osprey, bald eagles and a species of special concern, the eastern population of the harlequin duck will now have a protected area. We will seek to explore a small portion of this vast new protected area while keeping an eye out for the six species of seal and sixteen species of whales and dolphins known to frequent these waters.
Day 12 Battle Harbour
A long-time Adventure Canada favourite, Battle Harbour was once a bustling fishing community until the codfish moratorium in 1992 forced it to cease its fishing operations. Recently Battle Harbour has undergone extensive restoration work and now holds the dual designation of National Historic Site and National Historic District. Our visit will feature an engaging recount of the site's history.
Day 13 Gros Morne
A long-time Adventure Canada favourite, Battle Harbour was once a bustling fishing community until the codfish moratorium in 1992 forced it to cease its fishing operations. Recently Battle Harbour has undergone extensive restoration work and now holds the dual designation of National Historic Site and National Historic District. Our visit will feature an engaging recount of the site's history.
Day 14 Corner Brook
Renowned for its breathtaking fall scenery and rugged landscape, the city of Corner Brook is the perfect end for our journey together. Nestled among the folded and faulted Long Range Mountains and at the head of the Bay of Islands, we'll bid our new friends goodbye and make our own way home.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is $1100, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: http://www.alvoyages.com/four-ways/
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure, and most travelers will pay the final balance with a check, money order, or bank transfer. You can also pay the final balance by credit card, but please note there is a 3% convenience fee assessed to all credit card-not-present final payments.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 130 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 120 days or more | $600 per person |
| 91-119 days | 70% |
| Less than 90 days | 100% |
Clipper Adventurer (AC)
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 110
Adventurer is a handsome expedition vessel reminiscent of the days of the great ocean liners, with lots of varnished wood and brass. She sails on a wide variety of cruises — in Europe, the Canadian Arctic, the U.S., South America, and Antarctica.
Built in 1975 as the Alla Tarasova in the former Yugoslavia, the 122-passenger M/S Adventurer underwent a $13-million conversion in 1998 in Scandinavia. The new features include: 61 comfortable, all-outside cabins, with lower beds, private bathroom facilities, and individual temperature controls to offer the most comfortable Antarctica tours possible. The window-lined dining room seats all passengers at leisurely single seatings, where superb American and Continental cuisine is served by the friendly staff. There are two lounges — the Main Lounge and Bar on Promenade Deck, seating 130 passengers; and the Clipper Club, also on Promenade Deck, seating 45 passengers. There’s also a library/card room, a small workout room, a gift shop, and a hair salon.
Unique to the Adventurer is a spacious, covered promenade with a beautiful wooden deck (varnished Oregon pine) where passengers can view the seascapes during their Antarctica travels. There’s also plenty of open deck space on the Boat Deck and Sun Deck, while an observation platform located forward below the Bridge is ideal for wildlife viewing.
The Adventurer is an oceangoing vessel equipped with an ice-strengthened hull (A-1 ice class) ideally suited for cruises in such remote environments that Antarctica tours can offer, but supremely comfortable anywhere she sails. A fleet of Zodiac landing craft provides access to areas where no infrastructure exists. The vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art satellite navigation and communication equipment including telephone, fax, and e-mail.
The Captain and his officers maintain an open bridge to give passengers an opportunity to observe and ask questions. An experienced cruise staff, physician, and on board lecturers accompany all voyages to enhance the passengers’ enjoyment of the places visited.
- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy. Request the Twin 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.
-Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a suite is 2 times the shared rate.
-Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a suite is 2 times the shared rate.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
| Cat 1 Quad Lower Forward, 2 upper 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole window, 150 sq. ft. | |
| Cat 2 Triple Lower Deck, 1 upper 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole window, 150 sq. ft. | |
 | Cat 3 Junior Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window, 120 sq. ft |
| Cat 4 Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window, 125 sq. ft. | |
| Cat 5 Main Double, two lower berths, shower, porthole window, 155 sq. ft. | |
 | Cat 6 Deluxe Double, shower, midship, two lower berths, double window, 125 sq. ft. |
 | Cat 7 Superior Double, two lower berths, shower, picture window, double window, 130 sq.ft. |
| Cat 8 Junior Suite, two lower berths, bath or shower, sitting area, triple window, 160 sq. ft. | |
 | Cat 9 Suite, two lower beds, bath with shower, two double windows, mini-refrigerator, sitting area, 215 sq. ft. |
| Cat 10 Owner’s Suite, two lower berths, shower/ bathtub, two double windows, mini-refrigerator and microwave, 268 sq ft. | |
