12 days tour

Canadian Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage To Ellesmere & Axe

Canadian Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage To Ellesmere & Axe

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Expedition Cruise Ship (9 nights),comfortable hotel (2 nights)

Others

Other activities and services mentioned

Transport

Ship,Zodiac,Plane

Meals

10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners

Guide

Your voyage will be led by an experienced Expedition Leader. In addition, a number of experts will be on board to add knowledge of their field to your experience. This will include a Marine Biologist, Ornithologist, Glaciologist or Geologist, Polar Historian, Kayaking guide and Naturalist guides. Voyages offering other adventure activities will have additional specialist guides on board.

Not included:

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

Other activities and services not mentioned

Optional

Other activities and services not mentioned

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Itinerary of your trip Canadian Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage To Ellesmere & Axe

  • Day 1 Day 1: Calgary
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Calgary

      Welcome to Calgary, the gateway to your expedition in the Canadian High Arctic. Make your own way to the accommodation outlined in the Essential Trip Information, where there will be a welcome letter waiting for you that outlines the details of your flight tomorrow. There will also be an optional briefing this evening to discuss details with a tour representative in person โ€“ ask at reception for information on when you can do this. Aside from that, you are free to use your time in Calgary however youโ€™d like.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 2 Day 2: Resolute โ€“ Embarkation Day
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Resolute โ€“ Embarkation Day

      This morning, take an included transfer to the airport and board your charter flight to Resolute. Upon arrival, there might be time to check out some of this tiny hamlet before you transfer to your expedition ship via Zodiac or helicopter (depending on weather conditions and where the ship has been able to dock). Once onboard, settle into your cabin and get to know your expedition crew.

      Accommodation: Expedition Cruise Ship

  • Day 3 Day 3-10: Canadaโ€™S High Arctic
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3-10: Canadaโ€™S High Arctic

      Spend the next week exploring the remote islands of the Canadian High Arctic. Navigate through the Nanavut region and attempt to traverse Hell Gate to reach Axel Heiberg Island and Ellesmere Island. While many European explorers met their doom in the iceberg-strewn waters, Inuit peoples and their ancestors have lived here for almost 5000 years. Youโ€™ll discover the ancestral homelands of ancient cultures with Inuit guides (on shore and on board the vessel) who will explain how deep knowledge of the land and animals of the region has allowed people to live in the far north for millennia. While itโ€™s impossible to confirm in advance the exact landing sites and itinerary for the next seven days, you can expect daily Zodiac cruising, land excursions, a comprehensive education program, visits to tiny settlements and unrivalled wildlife-viewing opportunities. Each day will bring something different โ€“ a rare bird species soaring overhead, a polar bear on the hunt in its natural habitat or the remains of a century-old expedition hut. With two helicopters on board, you also have the chance to enjoy included scenic helicopter flight and helicopter excursions to get a unique view on the Arctic and access to areas otherwise out of reach (weather dependent).

      Accommodation: Expedition Cruise Ship

  • Day 4 Day 11: Resolute โ€“ Disembarkation โ€“ Calgary
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Resolute โ€“ Disembarkation โ€“ Calgary

      Say goodbye to your crew and take an included transfer to the airport for your included flight to Calgary. On arrival in Calgary, you are free to explore at your leisure or simply relax in your post-expedition accommodation for the evening.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 5 Day 12: Calgary
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Calgary

      Your tour comes to an end today and there are no activities or further accommodation booked.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 8 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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