E-mail a friendShip: MV Orlova
Itinerary: Labrador and the Torngat Mountains
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You may have the chance to see a polar bear and her cubs while on your Arctic expedition cruisePhoto by: B. Schram
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| Day 1 : | St. John\'s |
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| Days 2-11 : | Exploring Newfoundland and Labrador |
| Day 12 : | Kuujjuaq, Quebec |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||
| Triple | Lower Deck Twin | Main Deck Twin | Captain | Superior | Amundsen Suite | ||
| 12 | Jul 2, 2009 | $2,795 | $3,395 | $3,695 | $3,995 | $4,395 | $5,245 |
| Add 5% GST tax per person. Add $570 for charter flight from Montreal. |
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| Destinations : Arctic, Labrador, Newfoundland, North America Activities : Ancient Ruins, Modern History, Nature Viewing, Photography, Whale Watching |
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Departing from the picturesque port of St. Johns, we sail in the track of traditional east coast fishermen to call in at remote outport villages, historical sites and protected parklands. Enjoy the spectacular beauty of one of Canada's least-visited regions, the coast of northern Labrador. Along the way we visit important historical and archaeological sites, and take the time for a leisurely exploration of the uncharted fjords and narrow channels formed where the Torngat Mountain Range falls into the deep North Atlantic waters. Share a laugh with the colorful locals, and don't forget to spend time on deck - we share these waters with some 22 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises that come to chase their food through the plankton- and capelin-rich waters.
Day 1 : St. John\'s
Come early and enjoy the parks, historical sites, music, food and famous east coast hospitality before we depart. Watch for breaching Humpback whales as we cruise past the Baccalieu Island Ecological Reserve, home to some of the world\'s largest colonies of puffins, storm petrels and gannets.
Days 2-11 : Exploring Newfoundland and Labrador
Among the places we may visit are:
Terra Nova National Park
Dense coniferous forests reach into the sea from this 400 sq km park. Beyond the rugged coastline whales roam the rich feeding grounds of the Sounds. Salmon, moose, bear, lynx and bald eagles are just some of the wildlife that live in the park which features a first-rate interpretation centre, a fabulous marine touch tank, and an extensive network of well-maintained walking trails.
St. Anthony
Home of the Grenfell Mission – In 1892 Dr. William Grenfell set out to investigate the condition of Labrador fishermen. He was shocked to find them in poor health and living in poverty, and in the years that followed he built hospitals, nursing stations, schools, orphanages, and initiated various economic development projects.
L’Anse aux Meadows
The UNESCO world heritage site where Norsman Leif Ericson is thought to have founded “Vinland” in 1000 AD. As we explore the reconstructed sod huts and Norse ruins, we’ll see evidence that the Vikings discovered North America 500 years before Columbus.
Red Bay
An ideal natural harbour, and the site of five Basque whaling stations that operated between 1540 and 1610. Red Bay National Historic Site has the world\'s only wooden chalupa, a preserved early Basque whaling boat.
Battle Harbour
One of the oldest and most picturesque communities along Labrador’s south coast. Once a bustling fishery, it is now abandoned and silent. Beautifully restored, it provides a marvelous place to wander and reflect on how life has changed in such a short period of time.
Gannet Islands
We cruise by the Gannett Islands Ecological Reserve, the most diverse seabird breeding colony in Labrador. The reserve protects the largest razorbill colony (10,000 pairs) and the third-largest Atlantic puffin colony (38,000 pairs) in North America. The Islands also host murres, black-legged kittiwakes, great black-backed gulls, Northern fulmars, and harlequin duck.
The Wonderstrands
The endless miles of sandy beach are described in the Viking Sagas. The remote islands and islets around Man of War Point are a favoured spot for wildlife, and the sheltered waters provide numerous opportunities for zodiac cruises and hikes on shore.
Rigolet
The town has a long history of fur trapping, which continues to this day, and is well known for traditional craft items made from a special grass that grows in the area.
Makkovik
Rich in natural and cultural heritage, Makkovik is surrounded by many offshore islands, large, deep bays and several major rivers. We explore the town’s rich combination of Inuit and settler traditions; the Inuit people, who have occupied the region for thousands of years, have a cultural heritage intertwined with the land and sea.
Hopedale
Originally called Agvituk, meaning ‘a place where there are whales’, Hopedale was first established in 1782 by Moravian missionaries. Today it is a thriving community of 620, most of whom are members of the Labrador Inuit Association. We visit the Hopedale Mission building which may well be the oldest building east of Quebec.
Nain
Set on the shores of a scenic inlet, Nain is the most northerly inhabited community in Labrador. We take in a cultural performance and visit with local artisans as our chefs stock up on fresh seafood from the local fishery, including scallops, salmon and Arctic Char.
Hebron
We sail past the dramatic heights of towering rock at Mugford Tickle on our way to Hebron. Inhabited by indigenous peoples at least 6,000 years ago, Hebron is the site of a Moravian mission station first constructed in 1833. The scenery here is spectacular, as we explore the abandoned buildings and hike out into the hills.
Nachvak Fiord / Eclipse Harbour
The north coast of Labrador, where the Torngat Mountain Range rises to more than 1,800 metres (almost 6,000 feet), is among the wildest and most magnificent coastlines in North America. We marvel at the cascading waterfalls and ancient burial grounds that dot the shoreline, and take to our zodiac boats to explore these remote fiords, carved by glaciers millions of years ago – a true photographer’s paradise.
Killiniq
Killiniq and the Button Islands mark the entrance to the Hudson Strait. The ocean here is rich in nutrients, attracting marine mammals including polar bears, seals and several species of whales. Killiniq is the site of an abandoned Moravian mission and, until quite recently, was a thriving Inuit village. It is deserted now save for the many polar bears that spend their time waiting for the winter ice to return.
Day 12 : Kuujjuaq, Quebec
Catch the excitement this morning as we carefully manoeuvre up the Koksoak River to our anchorage just outside Kuujjuaq. After a brief tour of the town and buffet lunch, we transfer to the airport and prepare for our journey home, enriched by the many wonderful memories of our northern adventure.
- Additional fuel surcharge of $58/night on ship, per person, for Antarctic departures between Oct 2008 - Mar 2009.
-Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double or triple occupancy. Request the Twin or Triple Share Program where you are matched with a cabin mate of the same gender. Even if a cabinmate is not found for you, no single supplement will be charged.
-Standard Twin Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the shared price
-Emergency medical evacuation coverage for a minimum of US$100,000 per person required. Contact us for details on arranging travel insurance.
-FUEL SURCHARGE - $17/ night for Arctic cruises Jun-Sep 2008
Prices are based on a 3% cash discount.
Ship Description: MV Orlova
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Voyage on expedition cruise ship MV Orlova for a fantastic polar adventure
Built in Yugoslavia in 1976 and refurbished in 2006, the M/V Orlova is a 90 meter ice-strengthened passenger ship. Ship features include a fully equipped lecture hall and theatre, attractive bar and lounge, and also a well stocked Antarctic library. There is an excercise room, and there is a medical infirmary and physician on board.
Accommodation onboard ranges from triple and twin cabins to superiors and suites. All cabins have two lower berths and private facilities with either a porthole or window. They also feature a writing desk, sitting space and ample storage.
Our European chefs serve delicious international cuisine and the comfortable bar is stocked with a good selection of wine and spirits. The ship is crewed by Russian officers and crew, all highly experienced in polar navigation. Our team of naturalists and lecturers from all over the world will offer a unique educational program for passengers during their Antarctica travel, covering subjects such as natural history, ornithology, marine biology, geography, geology, history and the environment.
We maintain an 'open bridge' policy which means that you are almost always welcome to visit the Bridge with its sophisticated communication and navigation equipment at any time (subject to weather conditions). Passengers can use the ship's sophisticated communication equipment for satellite phone and email service.
Triple7 cabins (400-405, 416) with private baths with shower. 180 sq ft. Each has 2 chairs, 3 wardrobes, cupboard, telephone, window (doesn\'t open), two lower twin beds, and one upper bed |
Lower Deck Twin14 cabins (300-312, 315) with private baths with shower. 159 sq ft. Each has 2 chairs, 2 wardrobes, cupboard, telephone, 2 storage boxes, window (doesn\'t open), and two lower twin beds |
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Main Deck Twin 23 cabins (407-412, 414,415, 417-429, 431) with private baths with shower. 127 sq ft. Each has a chair, 2 wardrobes, cupboard, telephone, window (can be opened), and two lower twin beds |
CaptainEight cabins (600-607) with private baths with shower. 110 sq ft. Each has a TV, safe, chair, wardrobe, cupboard, telephone, two windows (one window can be opened), and two lower twin beds |
SuperiorThree cabins (503, 505, 506) with private baths with shower. 128 sq ft. Each has a TV, safe, two chairs, locker, telephone, two windows (one window can be opened), and two lower full beds |
Amundsen SuiteTwo cabins (501 and 502) with private baths with shower. 334 sq ft. Each has a TV, sofa, safe, refrigerator, table/desk, 2 armchairs, wardrobe, locker, cupboard, telephone, 4 windows (some windows can be opened), and two full beds |
