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Out of the Northwest Passage (West to East)

Out of the Northwest Passage (West to East)

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Description

The Northwest Passage is one of the world’s greatest voyages. Our fleet of Zodiacs guarantees excitement with every excursion.
The Arctic is calling. Pristine fjords. Looming glaciers. Jagged icebergs. Grand vistas, historic sites, graves, and abandoned outposts. Marine mammals, bears and birds… wonders await.
You will find a warm welcome in Nunavut’s communities, and Greenland offers geology, geography, and culture with a European flair. 
Every day is a new adventure when sailing the Northwest Passage; hiking, photography, birding. Exploring archaeology and spotting bears.
Visiting villages perched on mighty mountains. Learning with our experts. Meeting the people who call the Arctic home. And sailing the passage at the top of the world!  
Please note: your voyage rates do not include commercial and charter flight costs.

Trip Name
Out of the Northwest Passage (West to East)
Days
17
Overview
Vessel Type: Expedition Length: 137m Passenger Capacity: 199 Built: 1982 - refurbished 2001, 2004, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2018 Ocean Endeavour is a comfortable, well-appointed small expedition ship expertly engineered to explore the Polar Regions. The ship has an ice-strengthened hull, Zodiacs for exploration and remote landings, and advanced navigation equipment. The newly-refurbished vessel offers a superb guest experience with an expansive choice of cabin categories, large cabins and common areas, a sundeck and observation area, plenty of deck space for polar landscape viewing, and lounges for learning and reflection. The ship’s interiors have a contemporary aesthetic that provides a bright and spacious feel throughout. Endeavour is also the only polar adventure ship in Antarctica focused on health and wellness , and offers a contemporary approach to cuisine and newly-designed health and fitness features. Facilities include a spa serviced by organic spa provider VOYA, His & Hers saunas, a salt water pool, a gym, and a juice and smoothie bar. Complimentary activities include yoga and stretching classes, an exclusive Polar Photography program, the Scientists in Residence program, and more adventure activities than any other Quark vessel. The ship also has a polar library, and a Polar Boutique for gifts and any needed gear. Features of the Ocean Endeavour   VOYA spa treatments and beauty products, Choice of 13 cabin categories, Bright, spacious cabins and common areas, Plenty of deck space for observation, Lounge with expansive views, Quiet zone for contemplation, Newly-refurbished restaurant, Contemporary dining with complimentary wine with dinner, Juice and smoothie bar, Lecture theater, Polar library, Polar boutique, Health and Wellness, Spa treatments and beauty products by spa provider VOYA - Organic Beauty From The Sea, Spa menu for face, body, hair and nails, including the exclusive Quark Explorer’s treatment, and signature VOYA hand and foot rituals, Yoga and stretching classes, His & Hers saunas, gym, and heated salt water pool Full range of adventure activities including: kayaking, camping, mountaineering, cross-country skiing, stand-up paddleboarding, Zodiac cruising, shore landings and hiking/ walking. Deck plan varies for the trips to Antarctica

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1: Kugluktuk (Coppermine)
Located at the mouth of the Coppermine River, Kugluktuk is the westernmost community in Nunavut. Known for many years as Coppermine, the community reverted to its original Inuinnaqtun name—meaning “place of moving waters”—on January 1st, 1996. Our charter flight will land in Kugluktuk and we will embark Ocean Endeavour by Zodiac. Iqaluktuuttiaq (Cambridge Bay), NU is an alternate embarkation point, and may be used based on sea, ice and weather conditions.
Day 2 - Days 2 - 4: Kitikmeot Region
The Kitikmeot Region consists of parts of Victoria Island, the adjacent part of the mainland as far as the Boothia Peninsula, King William Island, and the southern portion of Prince of Wales Island. Recently, the Kitikmeot Region has been in the news since the finding of the lost ships of the Franklin Expedition in its waters. It is Nunavut’s least-populated region, though wildlife abounds here both in the sea and on land. We'll explore by Zodiac and on foot.
Day 3 - Day 5: Prince Regent Inlet
This passage marks an area rich in marine and avian life. Thick-billed murres, ivory gulls, beluga, narwhal, and bowhead whales reside in the ice-strewn waters. In addition to abundant wildlife, we’ll delve deeper into the exploration of the Northwest Passage and mercantile efforts of the Hudson's Bay Company.
Day 4 - Day 6: Beechey Island
In 1845, Sir John Franklin set out from England with HMS Erebusand HMS Terror, attempting to sail through the Northwest Passage. His crew overwintered at Beechey Island where three of his men died. Numerous search parties later used Beechey as a depot and rendezvous. Amundsen, Bernier, and Larsen visited Beechey. Thomas Morgan of HMS Investigatorwas buried there in 1854 alongside Franklin’s men. The graves and the ruins of Northumberland House are a haunting memorial.
Day 5 - Days 7 - 8: Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound)
We will spend two days exploring Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound), one of Canada's newest National Marine Conservation Areas. Large populations of marine mammals, including narwhal, beluga, and bowhead whales, transit and feed in this area. There is a great selection of landing sites available to choose from, depending on weather, wildlife, and sea conditions.
Day 6 - Day 9: Aujuittuq (Grise Fiord)
Aujuittuq means "place that never thaws". 1,150 kilometres above the Arctic Circle, Canada’s northernmost “civilian” community originated in the Cold War; in 1953, Inuit were relocated to Aujuittuq to boost Canadian sovereignty. We’ll be welcomed into the hamlet, where we will have a chance to meet members of the community, learn about their way of life, and hear their poignant stories.
Day 7 - Days 10 - 11: Smith Sound
Smith Sound, an ancient Inuit travel route, divides Ellesmere Island from Greenland, and served as the main route for explorers and adventurers searching for the North Pole. Adolphus Greely, Sir George Nares, and Elisha Kent Kane all travelled these waters with varying degrees of success.
Day 8 - Day 12: At Sea
On this exploration day, we’ll be making the most of what the wind, weather and wildlife have to offer. Our expedition staff will scan for polar bears, walrus, whales, seals, and seabirds as we go.
Day 9 - Days 13-14: Northwest Greenland
We will explore stunning fjords that line the coast. Glaciers and icebergs abound here. In true expedition style, we will seek opportunities to hike, explore, and view wildlife as conditions allow.
Day 10 - Day 15: Ilulissat
Ilulissat translates literally into “iceberg”, an apt name for this site at the mouth of the Ilulissat Icefjord—a unesco World Heritage Site. The icefjord is the outlet of the Sermeq Kujalleq Glacier, source of many of the icebergs in the North Atlantic. Here, we will cruise in Zodiacs to appreciate the icebergs. And we’ll visit the bustling town of Ilulissat, with its museums, cafes, craft shops, and busy fishing harbour.
Day 11 - Day 16: Itilleq Fjord
The west Greenland coastline is a rich mixture of islands and complex coastal waterways. As we enter the Arctic autumn, the tundra foliage will be in gorgeous colour. We will be making an expedition stop here to explore the landscape of wild Greenland.
Day 12 - Day 17: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Søndre Strømfjord is one of the longest fjords in the world and boasts 168 kilometres of superb scenery. We end our adventure by sailing up this dramatic fjord. Kangerlussuaq, the town at its eastern head, is a former US Air Force base and Greenland’s primary flight hub. Here we will disembark the Ocean Endeavour for our return charter flight to Toronto, ON.
Day 13 - Please Note:
The itineraries/programs described are subject to change at the discretion of the ship’s master.
Day 14 - Please Note:
The itineraries/programs described are subject to change at the discretion of the ship’s master.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $13,995Cabin Category 1
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $15,995Cabin Category 2
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $17,995Cabin Category 3
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $19,495Cabin Category 4
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $20,995Cabin Category 5
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $22,495Cabin Category 6
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $23,995Cabin Category 7
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $25,495Cabin Category 8
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $26,995Cabin Category 9
12-09-202428-09-2024USD $28,495Cabin Category 10
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $14,495Cabin Category 1
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $16,495Cabin Category 2
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $18,495Cabin Category 3
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $19,995Cabin Category 4
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $21,495Cabin Category 5
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $22,995Cabin Category 6
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $24,495Cabin Category 7
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $25,995Cabin Category 8
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $27,495Cabin Category 9
01-09-202517-09-2025USD $28,995Cabin Category 10

Inclusions

    • Sail the fabled Northwest Passage
    • Seek polar bears, walrus, seabirds, and other Arctic wildlife in pristine natural environments 
    • Experience the majesty of the Northern Lights
    • See the Franklin Expedition graves at Beechey Island 
    • Watch for marine mammals and wildlife in Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) Marine Protected Area
    • Visit Aujuittuq (Grise Fiord), Canada’s northernmost community 
    • Seek your ‘furthest north’ in Smith Sound 
    • Zodiac cruise among icebergs at Ilulissat Icefjord, a unesco World Heritage Site 
    • Voyage the length of Sondre Stromfjord—168 kilometres long!

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