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The Real Arctic
for Real Travellers
Eric Baccega
Arctic Safari Guide 2013
Summer sunset near Qikiqtarjuaq, Baffin Island
Welcome
Dear Fellow Adventurer,
Arctic Kingdom is excited to present our exclusive collection of safari style
expeditions throughout the Arctic designed to bring you as close to the land
as possible – all in comfort and style.
Over the past decade we’ve been exploring the arctic hemisphere throughout
the seasons, perfecting our understanding of locations, climate and wildlife
populations. We travel to regions that, aside from scientific groups and local
Inuit, have been virtually unexplored. Our itineraries, arctic experts and local
Inuit guide support, provide you with access to some of the Arctic’s most
memorable locations, all in utmost comfort. The intimate wildlife interactions,
the Arctic’s breathtaking beauty and up-close encounters with Inuit culture,
will leave you bitten by the bug of polar exploration and discovery.
Experience the rugged Arctic in all its beauty, revel in its engulfing silence,
powerful weather and the raw beauty thousands of miles removed from the
cares and concerns of the “southern” world. This is the real arctic. And we are
excited to welcome you!
Contents
Introduction
Expedition Cruises
Welcome.................................................................................... 2
Torngat Mountains - Labrador and Baffin Island Explorer..... 44
Why the Arctic?.......................................................................... 4
The Lure of Greenland’s Wild Side Safari ............................... 45
About Our Trips.......................................................................... 6
Svalbard Polar Bear Sailboat Safari........................................ 46
Private Expeditions.................................................................... 7
Svalbard Polar Bear Luxury Motor Yacht Safari...................... 46
The Arctic Kingdom Difference.................................................. 8
Northpole - 90 degrees north.................................................. 46
Arctic Safari Trip Categories...................................................... 9
Arctic Safari.............................................................................. 47
Into the Northwest Passage.................................................... 47
Arctic Safaris
Antarctica - Private Expedition Cruising.................................. 47
Polar Bear Mothers and Newborn Cubs..................................10
Polar Bears & Northern Lights of the Torngat Mountains.......12
Getaways
Spring Caribou Migration Photo Safari....................................14
Arctic Canada Dive Adventure................................................. 48
Baffin Island Dive Safari...........................................................16
Taste of the Canadian Arctic Spring........................................ 48
Narwhal and Polar Bear Safari................................................ 20
Taste of the Canadian Arctic Summer..................................... 49
Great Migrations of the Northwest Passage........................... 22
Taste of Inuit Culture and Polar Bears..................................... 49
Walrus and Bowhead Safari ................................................. 26
Yours in Arctic Adventure,
Torngat Mountains Wildlife, Culture & Research Safari......... 28
About Arctic Kingdom...............................................................51
Adventures in Yoga, Your Life and Wildlife.............................. 32
Polar Bears and Glaciers of Baffin Island................................ 34
Autumn Caribou Migration & Northern Lights Safari............. 38
Graham Dickson
Chief Expedition Leader
Polar Bear Migration Fly-In Photo Safari................................. 40
“More than 30 polar bears, the Northern Lights, outrageously good food...it
was a joy to be able to see all that we have in the comfort of this great camp”
Alexa and Derrik H., London, England
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Why the Arctic?
Either you love the Arctic, or you have never been there.
Come fall in love.
Wildlife Mecca
Likened to the Serengeti, the Arctic is a wildlife enthusiast’s haven. Ivory-tusked Narwhal, grinning
belugas, majestic bowhead whales, thousands of migratory birds, to name a few – the Arctic is teeming
with animals. You just need to know when and where to go.
That’s where we come in.
Our expert guides and local knowledge allow us to match ideal locations with the best time of year. The
result? The best chance to get up close and personal with Arctic wildlife.
Culturally Rich
For thousands of years, Inuit have survived and thrived in this often harsh environment. Immerse yourself
and discover the Inuit way of life.
Arctic Summer Warmth
In spring (May/June) the Arctic reawakens with blooming exotic purple saxifrage flowers and massive
migrations of birds and whales. Summer brings fine days where t-shirt clad travellers bask on sun-kissed
ice. It might drop below freezing that night, but we enjoy our Arctic summer days when we get them!
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Polar Bear resting outside summer den.
Michelle Valberg
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Walking to icebergs under the midnight sun
Sandra Lim
About Our Trips
Private Expeditions
Think African Safari…in the Arctic
We specialize in creating custom Arctic adventures.
Our land based trips are operated from either cabins, lodges or luxury safari style
tented camps complete with wooden floors, heaters, electricity, super comfortable
beds, goose down duvets, ample standing room, etc. – they are located on the sea
ice a safe distance from the floe edge, or on a flat expanse of pebbly beach. Many of
these locations have been used by Inuit for generations and are still used to this day.
These remote camps are ready for you upon arrival and designed to provide you with
ultimate comfort and functionality.
Our strength is accommodating all needs, no matter how big, small or
complex. Families, photographers, corporate groups, clients who value
privacy, private jets, and yachts.
Contact us with your specific requirements and let us make your Arctic
dream a reality.
Our custom built base camps vary but typically consist of a kitchen structure for
our gourmet chef to call home, and a large central meeting and dining location.
Separate washroom facilities provide a private spot to freshen up with running water,
washbasins and hot showers.
Close partnerships with local communities
Each trip begins in a local Inuit community, where we meet soap stone carvers, Inuit
throat singers or drum dancers, and learn how seal skins are made into traditional
clothing. Here you can ease into the Arctic environment welcomed by the friendly,
local community.
Arctic Kingdom local guides and elders have been travelling and living on the land
all their lives. This knowledge is built into every one of our trips. We combine this
traditional knowledge with the very latest in expedition equipment including satellite
imagery for ice and wildlife tracking, rigid polar bear proof structures and the latest
spotting scopes to ensure a safe and memorable Arctic experience.
Luxury safari-inspired camps, incredible locations, exotic wildlife, advanced technology
and the highest calibre Inuit Guides are the ingredients for a real Arctic experience.
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Narwhal diving beneath the floe edge
The Arctic Kingdom Difference
Why Our Travellers Keep Coming Back
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Arctic floe edge safari for narwhal
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Arctic Safari Trip Categories
We have designed three distinctly different trip styles to
experience the Arctic in the best way possible.
Small Groups
By travelling in small groups of 6-10 people, passing silently by glaciers and below towering
fiords, you truly embrace the Arctic wilderness. This allows you to enjoy the Arctic at your own
pace, without the rumbling of engines and crowds of people nearby.
Utmost Comfort
Having run multi-year, multi-month expeditions, we know that being comfortable and cozy is
crucial to your experience. We define comfort as lounging on raised beds, dining on the freshest foods and relaxing in custom designed tents. This is what sets Arctic Kingdom apart from
the rest – a luxury experience in the Arctic.
Unparalleled Knowledge
We’ve aerially scouted the far reaches of the Arctic for hundreds of hours, have a decade’s
worth of wildlife expeditions under our belt, and worked with the world’s leading wildlife and
culture filmmakers. We can safely say no other company knows the Arctic better than Arctic
Kingdom.
Arctic Safaris
Get up close and personal and experience the real Arctic
with all your senses.
Designed to allow travellers to spend as much time as possible experiencing
Arctic wildlife, people and landscapes. This could be on the floe edge, in
a zodiac boat, on foot, or by snowmobile. All safaris have been carefully
researched to offer the very best of polar wildlife and scenery. We have
scouted the locations, consulted with scientists, and worked hand-in-hand
with our local Inuit guides to bring the best the Arctic has to offer to you. From
the Great Migrations of whales or terrestrial animals such as the caribou, to
diving safaris along icebergs, there is an Arctic Safari for everyone.
Expedition Cruises
Unparalleled Access
See the Arctic the way you want to see it.
From land or ship or yacht or plane. For years we have worked closely with Inuit guides and
developed lasting friendships, to bring the best of the Arctic to you. Through these friendships
we’ve gained access and knowledge of the best locations, wildlife colonies and safe passageways, passed on through generations. You’ll also make new friends, while sharing stories,
tracking wildlife and scanning the horizons for polar bears.
Continuing our philosophy of small group size and highly personalized
experiences, we have hand-picked our vessels and locations to offer
scheduled and private charters from 6 to 12 persons to provide the ultimate
in expedition cruising options. A select few 120+ passenger expedition cruises
are also available for those locations that a smaller vessel is not able to go –
i.e the North Pole! Go where you want to go, see what you want to see.
Peace of Mind
Arctic Kingdom takes your safety very seriously. For every expedition we have a thorough
Arctic Safety Plan complete with training, field support and top of the line equipment. With
a mix of traditional survival and modern technology, our staff are well prepared to handle
minor to major emergency scenarios. Our expedition leaders are highly trained professionals,
equipped with instant communication to our headquarters and local response teams.
“ We’ve been home for a few weeks now after our trip with Arctic Kingdom.
We live in a sea-side town that’s as cute as cute gets, but still, in my heart
of hearts, I’m longing for Nunavut …. That far away place, so open, so
barren, so… Inviting. I can’t wait to go back. ” Carl and Terry, Canada
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Getaways
These long weekend getaways will give you
a taste of the beauty of the Arctic.
Designed for those short on time, but want a complete Arctic experience.
These weekend getaways are typically about 4 days in length including
the flights to/from the International gateway airport (such as Ottawa or
Winnipeg) and will give you a taste of the Arctic. From dog sledding, igloo
building, summer boat trips, arctic char fishing to scuba diving, there’s an
action packed getaway for all seasons.
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arctic safari Polar bears mothers and newborn cubs
A sight rarely seen
Witness newborn polar bear cubs emerging from their
dens as their mother introduces them to the world.
Lynette Reid
Adjacent to Wapusk National Park and the world’s largest polar bear
denning area, this lodge-based expedition led by Arctic Kingdom offers
a unique opportunity in North America to see, virtually guaranteed, polar
bear cubs and their mothers in their natural habitat.
where we sleep
life defining moments
The Lodge is a beautifully refurbished
navy communications base which stands
300 feet on top of an old beach ridge
located about 40 miles south of Churchill,
MB. Canada.
• Be one of only a few hundred in the world to
see newborn polar bear cubs emerge from
their den
The Lodge is in the middle of the tundra, with
the nearest neighbour 40 miles away. It is
self-sufficient complete with a wood burning
fireplace to relax with fellow guests. The Lodge
can accommodate up to 18 people. There are
some rooms available as singles, but most rooms
are up to 4 people to a room. Internet is available.
With a rare operating permit from Parks Canada, Lodge guides bring visitors as
close as 100 metres to the bears, while you learn about various aspects of the
bears’ dens, habits and life cycle. Other wildlife viewing opportunities include
ptarmigan, arctic foxes, caribou herds and wolves in addition to night time viewing
of aurora borealis.
• Shimmering and awe inspiring northern
lights
• Unique tracked heated vehicles offer
unprecedented and comfortable access to
polar bear denning habitats
activities
• wildlife photography
itinerary (Group Size 6-10 guests)
Day 1
Arrive in Winnipeg, Manitoba and transfer to the Four
Points Sheraton Hotel a short walk from the airport.
Day 2
We meet in the morning for our flight to Churchill. On
our arrival in Churchill we will have an opportunity to
explore while we wait for our 7:30pm train departure
for Chesnaye. The train ride is approximately 2 hours.
At Chesnaye, we disembark and will transfer to our
waiting tracked vehicles for the 30min ride to the
Lodge. We should arrive at the Lodge around 10pm.
Days 3-8
Daily sorties for mother polar bears and newborn cubs.
After 7am breakfasts, we depart around 8:30am daily
in the heated tracked vehicles in search of polar bear
dens. Our scouts will go ahead and radio the vans
where the locations of the dens are. In some cases,
we go to where dens are already known to be, and on
other days a new den could be found. Patience will be
rewarded with anywhere from 1 to 3 newly born cubs
with their mother polar bear at the mouth of a den.
After dinner, take a peek at the night sky and see if the
shimmering northern lights above the trees.
Outpost lodge
what’s included
• 2 nights Winnipeg hotel (short walk from airport)
Lynette Reid
• 7 nights at Lodge
Day 9
Our week with mother and newborn cubs comes to an
end. We leave early in the morning for the train ride
back to Churchill, and onwards with an afternoon flight
to Winnipeg. Overnight in Winnipeg.
• Return train ride from Churchill to Chesnaye (and
transfers from airport)
• Churchill tour, lunch, museum visit and dinner
in Churchill
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As with all our expeditions, weather, ice, and other
conditions will dictate our daily itinerary.
Wildlife sightings and certain activities depend on
favourable conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
“ Thank you for the amazing experience. A special place to experience mothers’ & cubs in their natural environment. The
respect for the bears and their space was exemplified by all at the Lodge. Mother Nature thanks you.” ~ L.R., - New Zealand
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• All meals at Lodge
• All excursions from the Lodge
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Trip Length
9 Days (with pre and post Winnipeg hotels included)
2013 Dates
Mar 01-09 (date subject to change)
Price
$7,900 plus 12% tax
SGL Supplement
NA
Air Package
$ 1,400 includes tax and fees
International Gateway
Winnipeg
Starting Community
Churchill, Manitoba
Daylight Hours
11 Hours
Average Temperature
-40˚C to -20˚C
All prices in
CAD dollars
Applicable taxes in addition unless indicated. TERMS & CONDITIONS: $2000 deposit required at time of
booking. Full payment due 90 days prior to departure date. CANCELLATION TERMS: Outside 90 days a full
refund of deposit less $500 admin charge is given. 90 to 60 days prior to a trip entitles client a 50% refund. 0-60
days prior to trip no refund will be offered.
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Arctic Safari
A World Class Adventure
itinerary (Group Size 4 people maximum)
Day 1
Arrive in Goose Bay, Labrador. Overnight in
Goose Bay.
Day 2
After a delicious breakfast you will be brought
to the Goose Bay airport for the thrilling 2 to
3 hour flight along the Labrador coast to the
Torngat Mounatian Base Camp. With one final
re-fuel stop in Nain, Labrador, you will then fly
over the Torngat Mountains and land directly at
the base camp. You may even see polar bears on
your flight in! You’ll be greeted by our welcome
buffet prepared by our chef and a tour of your
new accommodations. Settle into your heated
Torngat Mountain Base camp complete with all
the comforts of home – your Arctic oasis.
Day 3-6
Over the course of the next week, we will explore
the jaw dropping mountains, fiords and bays in
and around the Torngat Mountain National Park
by snowmobiles and helicopter.
One Day Helicopter Sortie in search of Polar Bear
We fly over the ice floe where the ice meets
open water and see a polar bears – hopefully
even mother and cubs at an open body of water.
We land on a small island and observe the
mother and cubs that follow close behind. We
spot countless polar bears along the way. On
past trips we have stopped for lunch on a high
mountain top, and watched polar bears climb
and then slide down the mountains side by side
unaware of our presence. It is this observation of
polar bears in their natural environment that is
our main objective.
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Newly built in 2011, the Torngat Mountain
Basecamp Lodge, complete with a
commercial kitchen, large dining/lounge
with wood burning stove serves as one of
the most comfortable means to explore one
of the worlds remotest National Parks. With
all the amenities of home, full bathrooms,
hot showers (shared) and very comfortable
beds. No detail has been overlooked to
bring you the ultimate in comfort. Power is
provided by state of the art solar systems
and backup generators.
• Be one of the very few to observe polar
bears in their natural habitat near the
Torngat mountains in this extremely remote
area
Daily Polar Bear Sorties via Snowmobile and
Cabriolet Sleds
We conduct daily sorties onto the sea ice and
directly in the midst of polar bear country via
snowmobile. There are countless polar bear
tracks criss-crossing the sea ice and evidence of
bears in the area. From the curious young bears
to mothers with cubs to an absolute giant of an
alpha male, there are all types of polar bears to
observe in their natural habitat.
• Helicopter day trip to see polar bears and
the rare Torngat Caribou herd
• World class, safari-style camp for the most
upscale remote adventuring possible
activities
• wildlife viewing
• helicopter ﬂight seeing
• snowmobiling
David Briggs
Northern Lights
Situated directly in the prime lights viewing band
where the most intense and reliable northern
lights occur, we eagerly await sunset each
evening and the ﬁrst hints of the northern lights
to appear in the darkening night sky.
Upscale Arctic Safari Camp
David Briggs
Day 7
After one last morning excursion on the land for
polar bears, red fox and arctic wolf, we will depart
the lodge at 2:00pm via helicopter for the 3 hour
flight to Goose Bay. Overnight in Goose Bay.
As with all our expeditions, weather, ice, and other conditions will dictate our daily itinerary.
Wildlife sightings and certain activities depend on favourable conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
“Congratulations on the comfort of the camp, the professionalism of your care and the excellent cuisine...
The evening northern lights were truly exceptional..and the bears.. we saw over 30! ” ~N. and JP. - Paris, France
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Trip Length
7 Days
2013 Dates
Mar 19-25, Mar 25-31
Price
$19,495 (dbl occupancy)
SGL Supplement
x 1.7 trip price
• All meals from Goose Bay
Air Package
$2,970.00
• 1 day Helicopter flight into Torngat Mountains National Park
Goose Bay, Labrador
• Professionally guided with Arctic Kingdom staff and polar bear
safety trained Inuit guides
Starting Community
Goose Bay, Labrador
Daylight Hours
12 Hours
Average Temperature
-5˚C to -15˚C
what’s included
• Flights from Goose Bay to Torngat Basecamp by helicopter and
return (Air Package)
• 2 nights stay in Goose Bay,
• 5 nights stay at the Torngat Mountains Basecamp Lodge
• All daily excursions for duration of trip
• Stare up wide eyed at the brilliant and
shimmering Northern Lights on clear night
skies, one of natures greatest wonders
All prices in
CAD dollars
Polar bears and northern lights of the torngat mountains
In one of Canada’s, if not the world’s most beautiful and
remote areas. Experience northern lights and polar bears via
helicopter and on the ground by snowmobile based in a lodge
at the foot of the stunning Torngat Mountains National Park.
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Arctic Safari
Witness from the air and on the ground, one of
Canada’s greatest unknown natural spectacles – the great
spring migration the Qamanirjuaq caribou herd.
Every spring, in early May, the Qamanirjuaq caribou herd begins to
gather together and the call to reach their calving grounds drives
them northward 300miles/480km. The Qamanirjuaq caribou number
in the hundreds of thousands and are one of the healthiest herds in
Canada. The nature of the northern topography where the caribou
David Vetra
roam, from treeless taiga and tundra, to river valleys, to large lakes,
form natural corridors that the caribou follow on predictable routes
that to reach their calving grounds. It is in these corridors that Arctic
Kingdom will establish a tented base camp to fly you into and allow
for unprecedented access to this natural spectacle.
itinerary (Groups size 8 people maximum)
Day 1
Arrive in Winnipeg and transfer to your local hotel.
Day 2
Depart Winnipeg for Arviat. Arrive at approximately
noon. We will get settled in your hotel and then visit the
local wildlife office to meet with the caribou biologists.
A town tour and local Inuit cultural performance and
community dinner will round out the evening.
Day 3-5
The Qamanirjuaq herd is a healthy population of
approximately 350,000 animals that winters below
the treeline in Manitoba and Northwest Territories
and then journeys each spring north to the calving
grounds on the tundra northwest of Arviat. Working in
close partnership with the territorial caribou biologists,
who have radio-collared a number of the caribou and
our local Inuit guides, Arctic Kingdom will situate the
caribou camp close to the migration route. Guests
will experience one of the world’s most fascinating
mass migrations outside of the Serengeti up close and
personal. The Spring Caribou viewing camp will be set
up in advance of your arrival.
On a privately chartered plane, we depart Arviat early
in the morning and will land directly in camp. Before
landing in camp, we will aim to take some aerial
photographs of the caribou as they stretch from horizon
to horizon. We will have local snowmobiles in camp do
conduct daily sorties to where the caribou pass by.
where we sleep
Remote tented camp
• Witness thousands of caribou on their
annual migration
The goal of this camp is access to the caribou and
an experience of a lifetime. We aim to make your
Arctic experience as comfortable as possible
with all the amenities of home despite being in
some of the most remote frontier territory in the
world. Inspired by mobile safari camps, this is
a basic camp intended to be mobile to move to
where the caribou are. It should be considered as
comfortable camping – complete with dining tent,
heated sleep tents and a latrine style washroom.
Set directly on the taiga/tundra known as the
Barrenlands, with hot food prepared by your
guides, the dining/lounge tent is a place to relax
with your fellow trip members, trade stories,
look at pictures just taken that day immediately
on your laptops in a warm, dry environment.
Afterwards, retire to your spacious warm tent,
through large door ways with ample standing
room. Relax and place your head on pillows
while stretching out on the raised beds with
down-filled sleeping bags. We have perfected
the art of a remote camp with all the amenities of
home. It is your Arctic home away from home.
• Understand the vast numbers of the herd
with an aerial view
• Experience and learn of the Arctic tundra
and way of life direct from Inuit guides
• Arctic Fox, Ptarmigan, Snow Geese,
Sandhill Cranes and other wildlife sightings
activities
• Wildlife Photography
PLAY AN ACTIVE ROLE IN CARIBOU RESEARCH
• Short Hikes
Caribou research is an extremely expensive and time
consuming exercise due to size of the herds and the
extent of the geography they cover. Photographers
with Arctic Kingdom on this trip are encouraged
to assist the caribou research project by providing
photographs of the caribou to researchers to assist
in classifying the herd composition. Contact Arctic
Kingdom for more details.
• Snowmobiling
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Each day will be spent venturing out from our base
camp to photograph and experience the caribou
migration.
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It also possible that we will encounter other tundra
species of wildlife: musk ox, wolves, Arctic fox, and
grizzly bear.
Day 6
Remote tented camp under
the northern lights
We will have the morning for one last caribou
photography opportunity. The bush plane will arrive
shortly after noon and we will transfer us to Arviat.
what’s included
Day 7
Depart Arviat for Winnipeg.
Trip Length
7 Days
2013 Dates
May 10 – 16
Price
$ 6,540 (dbl occupancy)
SGL Supplement
x 1.7 trip price
Air Package
• The services of a highly qualified Staff Escort and local Inuit Guides
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• All transportation to/from and the tundra base camp including
private plane from Arviat
• All day trips including snowmobiles
• All accommodations from Arviat – 2 nights Arviat and 4 nights arctic
safari-style base camp
“This is a life-changing spectacle that will completely move you once you experience it”
~ M. C. – ARVIAT, Caribou biologist
Arctic Safari Spring Caribou Migration Photo Safari
A life-altering experience.
• All meals from Arviat
• Hotel transfers in Arviat
$ 3,935 inc tax and fees
All prices in
CAD dollars
Includes Winnipeg to Arviat and private float plane
charter to camp/return
Winnipeg
Starting Community
Arviat, Nunavut
Daylight Hours
16 Hours
Average Temperature
-4˚C to +5˚C
Arctic Safari
Fernando Garcia
itinerary (Group Size 8-12 people)
Day 0
Arrive in Ottawa and overnight in hotel of your choice.
Day 1
Depart Ottawa for Iqaluit and ultimately Pond Inlet.
This is where your journey begins. After dinner, enjoy
a cultural presentation of Inuit throat singing, drumdancing and storytelling by local elders.
Day 2
After breakfast, meet your guides on the beach (yes, there
are sand beaches in the Arctic!) and depart for the floeedge where ice meets open water. You will travel Inuit
style by qamotiq (kam-oo-tik) and snowmobile across
the sea-ice. This journey of almost 90km (3-6 hours) may
include tea-stops at historic grave sites, hanging glaciers
and an abandoned whaling station. In the late afternoon
you’ll arrive at base camp, set up just back from the ice
edge (conditions permitting.)
Day 3-6
Your camp at the floe edge will enable you to enjoy warm
spring weather and engage in a variety of activities both
on land and on ice.
The first plunge on arrival will be a check-out dive in open
water. Explore the Arctic sea floor, sea anemones, urchins,
starfish and glittering jelly fish.
Each dive will build on the previous dive experience – from
open water diving off the floe edge to ice-pack diving
where ice can be 10 feet above the surface and then shoot
down 90 feet or more, in spires resembling a reversed
cathedral tower. Witness the surreal world of blue,
turquoise juxtaposed with the black depths below. The
play of light on ice and water is a photographer’s paradise.
Eco-friendly, luxury tented camp Inspired
by safari camps, we bring you the ultimate
in comfort to the Arctic.
• Electric blues of ice all around. Dive in
cathedrals of ice, ice caves, tunnels.
A surreal new world
Set on a directly on the sea ice (conditions
permitting) with hearty food prepared by a
private chef, the dining/lounge tent is a place
to relax with your fellow trip members, it is big
enough for the entire group to sit comfortably
and eat, read, relax, share stories or look at
the pictures you took that day on your laptop.
Afterwards, retire to your spacious tent,
through large doors with ample standing room,
wooden floors, raised beds (single or king),
goose down duvets, electricity (when required),
heaters, and other amenities. We have
perfected the art of a remote luxury tent-camp.
• Narwhals may approach while diving at the
floe edge
Day 7
Return to Pond Inlet via an unhurried journey over the
sea ice. Explore the village and shop for soapstone
carvings or local prints.
Day 8
Morning departure via Iqaluit
for Ottawa
“The dives were some of my favourite dives ever...and not a small compliment either
considering I have over 1000 dives. Outstanding! ” ~ T. M. - Saskatchewan, Canada
• From macro sea floor life, to big ice
formations, the variety of options to dive
make no two days the same
• Experience the real Arctic, up close and
fully escorted, in partnership with the most
knowledgeable Inuit guides
activities
• scuba diving /snorkeling
• upscale sea ice camping
Where and when possible, we will attempt to dive with
the passing Narwhal. Potentially also see polar bears.
where we sleep
Dive sites change year to year as ice conditions differ,
but when possible we will attempt to dive alongside
a grounded iceberg accessed through cracks. The
dimpled sides, old water run-off tunnels and different
light patterns emanating from cracks and melt water
pools from above is mind- bendingly cool.
Minimum dive certification is Advanced. Drysuit
experience preferred but we can work with you to get
you comfortable.
Arctic Safari Baffin island dive safari
The best diving of your life.
Dive through cracks, along icebergs, in pack ice, on the
Arctic floor and enter a whole new world at every breath.
Safari-style Luxury Base Camp
Photo Credit: Arctic Kingdom
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Trip Length
8 Days
• The services of highly qualified Inuit Guides and staff leaders
2013 Dates
May 22-29
• All transportation for the trip duration beginning in Pond Inlet
Price
• Accommodation: 2 nights Pond Inlet hotel, 5 nights arctic
safari-style luxury base camp
SGL Supplement
$ 2,900
Air Package
Ottawa
Starting Community
Pond Inlet, Nunavut
Daylight Hours
24 Hours
Average Temperature
-4˚C to +4˚C
what’s included
• All meals during expedition and in Pond Inlet
• All tanks, refills, weights. Rebreather Divers:
Sofnolime and Oxygen (supplement required)
Ottawa hotels, transfers and meals not included.
All prices in
CAD dollars
“The feeling of achievement of crossing land not many foreigners would have
dreamt, was palpable among the small group. The scenery spectacular and the
hazards frequent, but we still felt safe because of the expertise of Arctic Kingdom.
A trip of exploration and unknowns is rarely undertaken by modern man -- so it
has been a great thing to do and I would love to do another.”
B. M. ~ Melbourne, Australia
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Arctic Safari
Arctic Safari
Experience the Real Arctic
Narwhals, polar bears, glaciers, Inuit culture and
icebergs make this an unparalleled adventure.
Observe the mystical tusked Narwhal on their annual spring migration
Day 0
Depart Ottawa for Iqaluit and onto Pond Inlet
(approximately 4hrs of flying time). Your journey
begins when you arrive in Pond Inlet. After dinner,
enjoy a truly authentic cultural presentation
of Inuit throat singing, drum dancing and
storytelling by local elders. Overnight in Pond
Inlet hotel.
While enjoying warm, spring-like temperatures,
watch for narwhals, ring seals, and more than 15
species of migratory birds. During the week there
is a chance to observe polar bears in the pack
ice possibly on the prowl for seals, and we may
get lucky and see bowhead whales. Pure white
ivory gulls, king eider ducks, low flying northern
fulmars, thick-billed murres and kittiwakes are
just a few of the bird species in the area. Ice
conditions permitting, we’ll visit Bylot Island’s
nearby bird cliff sanctuary in Sirmilik National
Park.
Day 2
Day 7
After breakfast, meet your guides on the beach
(yes, there are sand beaches in the Arctic!) and
depart for the floe-edge where ice meets open
water. You will travel Inuit style by qamotiq (kamoo-tik) and snowmobile across the sea-ice. This
journey of almost 90km (3-6 hours) may include
tea-stops at historic grave sites, hanging glaciers
and an abandoned whaling station. In the late
afternoon you’ll arrive at base camp, set up just
back from the ice edge (conditions permitting.)
Return to Pond Inlet late in the afternoon, explore
the hamlet and possibly purchase soapstone
carvings or local prints. Overnight in Pond Inlet.
Arrive in Ottawa and overnight at hotel of your
choice.
Day 1
• View a vast array of wildlife on their annual
migration such as pods of the tusked
Narwhal
• Kayak at the floe edge among floating ice,
watching Arctic life unfold around you
fully escorted, in partnership with the most
knowledgeable Inuit guides
activities
• photography
• kayaking
Arctic Kingdom
Day 8
Morning departure via Iqaluit for Ottawa.
Days 3-6
Your safari style base camp on the ice edge is the
best location to explore wildlife-rich Lancaster
Sound, deemed the Serengeti of the Arctic.
Arctic Kingdom
“The narwhal whales were an amazing sight and I had one swim right under my feet at the floe edge.
The kayaking was excellent...I look forward to my next adventure with you! ” ~A.M., Ontario, Canada
details
Trip Length
8 Days
2013 Dates
May 30-Jun 06, Jun 06-13, Jun 14-21 , Jun 21-28
Price
SGL Supplement
$ 2,900
Air Package
Ottawa
• All meals during expedition including those in Pond Inlet
Starting Community
Pond Inlet, Nunavut
• All activities as listed in itinerary
Daylight Hours
24 Hours
Average Temperature
-4˚C to +4˚C
what’s included
• The services of highly qualified Inuit guides and Arctic
Kingdom Expedition Leaders
• All transportation for the trip duration beginning in Pond
Inlet
• Accommodation: 2 nights Pond Inlet hotel, 5 nights arctic
safari-style luxury base camp
Narwhal and Polar Bear Safari
where we sleep
All prices in
CAD dollars
Arctic Safari
Arctic Safari
Ultimate scenic and wildlife splendor
An intensely remote experience in the heart of the Arctic
among stunning scenery, Inuit culture and wildlife – land of
the narwhal, beluga and polar bear.
Paul Nicklen
Day 1
Depart Ottawa for Iqaluit by jet. Transfer planes
for Arctic Bay. The flight alone is spectacular as
we fly over vast expanses of ice, deep valleys,
fiords and mountains. Overnight Arctic Bay.
Day 2
Travel by snowmobile and qamutiq (Inuit
sledges), to the seasonal upscale safari-style
base camp set directly on the sea ice close to
the floe edge. Along the way, you will experience
first-hand how Inuit travel to their summer
camps. Travel beneath spectacular sheer vertical
cliffs 1000s of feet high. Be enamored by the vast
panorama of the Arctic that will unfold along the
journey. Arrive at your upscale safari base camp
set directly on the sea ice and be welcomed by
hor d’oevres prepared by the chef. After settling
into your spacious quarters, feel free to wander
and absorb the incredible mountain backdrop,
ice and photography rich scenery that surrounds
you.
• Be one of a handful in the world to see the
mystical tusked narwhal
the congregating beluga and/or narwhals at the
floe edge. One day there may be belugas and
the next a single narwhal, and perhaps the next
hundreds of whales feeding, diving and resting
at the surface. No two days will ever be alike as
each sortie will illustrate the rapidly transforming
ice edge.
• Witness the annual beluga and narwhal
migration – one of the arctic’s greatest
spectacles
• Camp directly on sea ice in an upscale safari
camp with private chef
• Kayak amongst towers of ice or even
possibly amongst the whales
activities
When possible we’ll visit icebergs and conduct
hikes onto the mainland and overlying vistas.
We’ll experience the dramatic, silent panoramas
unfolding to the horizon.
• snowmobiling
• hiking and kayaking
• By request: snorkeling and/or scuba diving
As we are also deep in polar bear country, it is
quite possible to see bears hunting seals, or
wandering through the pack ice, black tipped
noses sniffing the air and silently moving from
ice-pan to ice-pan.
details
Trip Length
8 Days
2013 Date
Jun 07 - 14, Jun 14 - 21, Jun 21 - 28
Price
SGL Supplement
$ 2,900
Air Package
Ottawa
Days 3- 7
• Accommodation: 2 nights Arctic Bay hotel, 5
nights arctic safari-style luxury base camp
Starting Community
Arctic Bay, Nunavut
Journey to the floe edge on daily sorties to witness
• All meals during expedition, including Arctic Bay
Daylight Hours
24 Hours
Average Temperature
+5˚C
Sink in to the daily routine of observing whales
and wildlife. Listen for the exhale of a large
bowhead whale, and simply experience the high
arctic with all senses.
what’s included
Arctic Kingdom
Day 8
Depart Arctic Bay for early morning flight
to Ottawa.
• The services of highly qualified Inuit guides and
Arctic Kingdom Expedition Leaders
• All transportation throughout the trip including
kayaking, snowmobiles and airport transfers in
Arctic Bay
“ Having never been to the Arctic before, I really did not know what to expect, but after day 1, I was totally hooked on the place
not just because of it’s incredible beauty, but of the friendly people. You’ll likely be seeing me again! ” ~ N. C. - London, UK
great migrations of the northwest passage
Arrive in Ottawa and overnight in hotel of your
choice.
Day 0
where we sleep
All prices in
CAD dollars
“The best dive I’ve ever had. The scenery was inspiring. One can spend days
looking at it. This trip had some unexpected perks for me; Listening to ocean
sounds through a hydrophone, and especially diving under a frozen in iceberg.
The latter was spectacular and rates in its own class. It takes a very wide angle to
convey the sense of scale!”
K. N. - Ontario, Canada
Photo Credit: Yohei Miyashita
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Arctic Safari
Ice islands draped with walrus, bowhead whales,
polar bears and all-night sunsets.
Observe bowhead whales spyhopping, finning, and slapping their flukes on the water
Day 0
Arrive in Ottawa and overnight in hotel of
your choice.
Day 1
Depart Ottawa for Iqaluit, the capital of Nunavut.
Change planes and arrive in Igloolik/Hall Beach the starting communities from which our journey
begins. Transfer to our waiting snowmobiles and
boats and travel out to the luxury outpost safaristyle base camp where our chef has prepared a
welcome dinner.
Day 2
We take our first visit to the floe edge – where
sea ice meets the open water. Here we familiarize
ourselves with this new environment. Wonder at
the numerous sea birds diving and swooping over
the water.
Day 3
We travel by boat far out into the Foxe Basin where
we may come upon a pair of walrus huddled on
the ice pack. We quietly watch these enormous
animals and take photographs from both the ice
and boat getting as close as our expedition leaders
and Inuit guides will allow. We enjoy a hot lunch
on the very same piece of ice as the walrus, which
are not at all concerned by our presence. On the
journey back we spot a few Bowhead whales
cruising the icy waters.
Day 4
We journey out again by boat. The bright sun
reflecting off the crystal-clear flat waters is simply
magical. We come upon four large floating islands
of ice covered with Walrus. At least a hundred
animals sit on each island. Steam rises from the
group as they sun themselves. We observe the
walrus diving for clams and repeatedly hauling
themselves out of the water and back up onto their
resting platform on the ice.
by safari camps, we bring you the
ultimate in comfort to the Arctic.
• Listen to the breathing and bellows of
walrus basking in the sunlight on floating
ice islands
Set on a pebble beach on an island, with
heartyfood prepared by a private chef, the
dining/lounge tent is a place to relax with your
fellowtrip members, it is big enough for the
entire group to sit comfortably and eat, read,
relax, share stories or look at the pictures you
took that day on your laptop. Afterwards, retire
to your spacious tent, through large doors with
ample standingroom, wooden floors, raised
beds (single or king), goose down duvets,
electricity (when required), heaters, and other
amenities. We have perfected the art of a
remote luxury tent-camp.
• Observe eastern Canada’s largest bowhead
whale population of 350-400 bowhead
whales spyhop, fin, and breach
personal, fully escorted and in partnership
with local Inuit
• Experience Foxe Basin - the heartland of
Inuit culture
activities
• boat cruising
Louise Murray
• hiking
Mauro Mozzarelli
Day 7
Early morning departure to Ottawa
“We all had a great time! Were so awed we wanted to stay...We have lots of great pictures and have made
friends and family very envious.” ~ R. R. - California USA
• kayaking
Day 5 & 6
Daily boat excursions (can be up to 10 hours per
day with lunch stops and wildlife viewing) with
local Inuit boats and guides out into the waters
of the Foxe basin in search of walrus, bowhead
whales. If lucky, we will spot polar bears swimming
among the ice.
where we sleep
Walrus and Bowhead safari
Eric Baccega
Arctic Safari
A journey of awe inspiring and
unforgettable panoramas.
what’s included
• The services of highly qualified Inuit guides and Arctic
Kingdom Expedition Leaders
• All transportation for the trip duration beginning in Igloolik/
Hall Beach
details
Trip Length
7 days
2013 Dates
Jul 5 - 11, July 12 - 18
Price
SGL Supplement
$ 2,900
• Accommodations – 5 or 6 nights Igloolik/Hall Beach at
arctic safari style luxury base camp
Air Package
$ 3,063 inc tax and fees
Ottawa
• Meals in Igloolik/Hall Beach and at base camp
Starting Community
Igloolik/Hall Beach, Nunavut
Daylight Hours
24 Hours
Average Temperature
+4˚C
All prices in
CAD dollars
arctic Safari
Fly-in by private plane from Goose Bay, Labrador, to a luxury safari-style base camp where you can kayak, boat and heli-hike, and keep
an eye out for polar bears and black bears in Canada’s stunning Torngat Mountains National Park alongside the Nunatsiavut Inuit, Parks
Canada guides and arctic researchers.
This one week luxury eco-adventure, photography, culture and science safari, in one of Canada’s newest and picturesque parks, with glaciers, deep
fiords, wide valleys filled with blooming flowers, will showcase the best the arctic summer has to offer. This is a wildlife and landscape lovers paradise.
Day 1
Arrive in Goose Bay Labrador, Canada where you
will be met by an Arctic Kingdom greeter and town
host. Overnight in Goose Bay (-/-/D)
Day 2
Board our private plane for the Torngat Mountain
base camp. Fly literally over hundreds of islands,
deep fiords, inlets and watch as the dense pine
forests surrounding Goose Bay become thinner
and more sparse until finally, you are over the tree
line. Our final approach will swoop over the Torngat
Mountains and land at the Saglek Fiord airstrip. We
will transfer to a waiting boat and head down the
Saglek Fiord to the Basecamp Lodge that is nestled
at the foot of the Torngat Mountains surrounded by
flat Tundra, and wild rivers. Settle into your Arctic
Safari yurt style accommodations complete with
duvets, pillows and blankets. We’ll have a welcome
BBQ at the beach and bonfire at night under the
brightest stars you will ever see (as some of our
guests have previously said!) (B/L/D)
polar bears co-exist. We will explore the fiords in
search of the Polar Bears and Black bears.
We should also have a chance to see Caribou Wolf
Arctic Fox, and of course, the ever plentiful seals –
such as the Bearded, Harbour and Ring seals.
Helicopter Flight Seeing / Heli-hiking
We will have a helicopter on site allowing us to take
a 15-min helicopter tour over the highest peaks
of the Torngat Mountains, We can touch down
anywhere giving us the option to hike a few hours
over the tundra, through willows and over grassy
fields and bright flowers back to the basecamp – or
take the helicopter directly back to basecamp.
Historical Inuit Sites by Boat
Wildlife Observation Day Trips
Inuit ancestors have travelled throughout the
area for more than 5,000 years. “Torngat” comes
from the Inuit word torngait which means “place
of spirits.” During the week, while we keep an eye
out for Polar Bears and other wildlife we will visit
ancient sites that were home to the Inuit in earlier
times such as Hebron (the site of an abandoned
Inuit village complete with remnants of buildings
and a restored missionary church) and Sallikuluk
(Rose Island).
The Torngat Mountains have one of the most
thriving polar bear populations in the world. Black
bears also patrol this territory – which makes this
the only place in the world where black bears and
These trips will be conducted with the Nunatsiuvut
Inuit, Parks Canada guides, and arctic researchers
where you can have the opportunity to observe and
possibly participate in arctic research ‘in action’.
Days 3-5 (6 Day Itinerary)
Days 3-8 (9 Day Itinerary)
where we sleep
The designer Yurt style structures consist of
dining, lecture hall and sleeping quarters.
Arctic Kingdom guests will be settled into Yurts
complete with twin or king beds with duvets,
pillow, comforters, heat and electricity (double
occupancy).
• Be one of only a few hundred people to ever visit
the epic landscape of the Torngat Mountains
National Park.
• Travel through polar bear and black bear territory
– one of the only places in the world where both
live together
• Helicopter over the majestic fiords and peaks of
the Torngat Mountains
• Keep an eye out for seals, whales and walrus in
the wild
• Discover untouched Inuit relics on the tundra,
some known to be 5,000 years old
• Sail north and explore the red, green and orangerocked fiords, with cliffs rising straight up from
the sea
The Torngat Mountain Safari basecamp can
accommodate up to 80 people, made up of arctic
researchers, Arctic Kingdom clients & staff, and
Parks Canada staff wardens.
Showers and fully functional bathrooms are
available. Power is 110 volts provided by our
onsite solar power station.
Kayaking
We take the kayaks out, some are doubles and
others are single kayaks down spectacular fjords
where the Inuit ancestors have camped and walked
before. We stop for lunch to listen to the Inuit tell
ancient stories and legends of the area as you sip
on hot tea and eat hot food that has been prepared
over an open fire
activities
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Hiking
Along with bear guards we will hike the spectacular
valley, full of blooming flowers and braided streams.
Chances of an inland polar bear encounter is rare,
but precautions are taken nonetheless. A helicopter
heli-hike will also be done. Why not try to hike to
the top of the 1000 foot high mountain in behind
the Base Camp to reward yourself with sweeping
panoramic views of the Torngat Mountains.
All days: (B/L/D)
Wildlife viewing
Boating
Kayaking
Hiking
Heli-Hiking
Boating
Upscale Arctic Safari Camp
what’s included
• 7 nights accommodation at the Torngat Mountain Base Camp
Day 6 (6 Day Itinerary)
Day 9 (9 Day Itinerary)
• 15 min of helicopter flight time
Board private plane for return flight to Goose
Bay. Return flight to Halifax, NS and on to home
destination. Recommended: Overnight in Halifax at
hotel of your choice. (B/-/-)
• The services of highly qualified Inuit Guides
Tom Isott
“Of all the places in the world that we have travelled, the Torngat Mountains are the most beautiful. ”
~ Kathy and Lorne C. Fort Worth, Texas
Research in Action
Guests will have an opportunity to live and interact with
researchers and, under certain conditions, accompany them in the
field. Evening programs will include regularly scheduled lectures
and presentations. Research conducted at the Torngat base camp
includes marine ecology, climate change study, glaciology, wildlife
and vegetation research, geology studies, and archeology.
details
Trip Length
9 or 6 Days
2013 Dates
9 days - July 19- 27, July 26-Aug 03 9 days
6 days – Aug 02 to Aug 07, 2013
Price
All prices in
CAD dollars
9 days - $7,425 dbl occupancy
6 days - $3,920 dbl occupancy
SGL Supplement
NA
• Arctic Kingdom Trip Leader
Air Package
$1,950 (Goose Bay to/from Basecamp)
• All meals as listed in the itinerary
Halifax (YHZ) or Montreal (YUL)
• All park entrance fees and permits
Starting Community
Goose Bay (YYR), Labrador
Daylight Hours
16 Hours
Average Temperature
+12˚C
• All day trip excursions while at the Torngat Base camp.
• With flight package: 2 hour private plane from Goose Bay to
Basecamp (return)
Tom Isott
Bill Fink
Torngat Mountains Wildlife, Culture & Research Safari
Labrador and the Torngat Mountains are one of Canada’s
best kept secrets. Be one of the first to explore one of
Canada’s newest National Parks on this sub-Arctic Cultural,
Photography and Science Safari.
Arctic Safari
You’ll be left breathless!
“Hot air ballooning in the Arctic is the greatest ballooning that I have done in my
life, and I have done a lot of fantastic ballooning all over the world.”
John Davidson, Professional Hot Air Balloon Pilot
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ARCTic Safari
Designed and led by fitness professional Elizabeth Clarke, this
one week retreat will have participants seeking to connect
with the natural beauty of Baffin Island and also deepen their
awareness of their own conscious living.
We depart Ottawa at 9:00am and head north to
Qikiqtarjuaq which is on the southeastern coastline of
Baffin Island and formerly known as Broughton Island.
From Qikiqtarjuaq we board our waiting boat and travel
through the many islands and stunning coastline of Baffin
Island towards our summer base camp set outside one of
Canada’s most stunning areas - Auyuittuq National Park.
It is here, in the comfort of Arctic Kingdom’s safari-style
base camp – complete with a spa tub, that you will enjoy
the long days of the Arctic Summer and seemingly “all
night sunsets”.
Day 2 – 6
From the pebble beach base camp you will experience
the true essence of the Arctic summer. The sun’s
magnificence is a powerful force for nature as well as
humans. The timeless teachings of yoga reflect upon this
power and you will be invited each morning and evening
to spend time with Elizabeth Clarke, a yoga teacher,
saluting the sun through a yoga practice. A relaxed and
comfortable environment ensues for beginners, as well
as those experienced with yoga. The sanctuary of the
summertime Arctic may bring your body and mind to a
stillness of consciousness, a retreat from the constant
pressures of western living.
The remainder of the day will be at nature’s discretion.
Experienced and professional Inuit guides will lead you
on breathtaking hikes of vast and daunting landscapes.
It is in these calm and serene vistas where one hopes
to encounter arctic hares, fox and perhaps even a polar
bear. Birds of immense beauty soar above both land and
water waiting to be captured in your imagination. Marvel
at ancient Thule and Dorset tent rings used hundreds
or perhaps thousands of years ago while you picnic and
listen to the cultural stories of the Inuit people.
The speckled icebergs and waters of the Arctic Ocean also
beckon to be explored by kayak or dry-suit snorkeling.
Gentle Bowhead whales may chance by for a brief
connection. Arctic Char teams in the sparkling river
alongside the camp for those who wish to test their
fishing skills.
Spiritually these sights will nourish your personal
connection between nature and your being. To help
nourish the physical body, natural whole foods will be
thoughtfully prepared. All the menus have been planned
with the expert guidance of a holistic nutritionist and
executed through the skills of a professional chef. Rich in
vitamins and minerals, the natural whole food meals shall
be presented as a tool for health, a chance to rejuvenate
your bodily systems. For those who wish to broaden
their knowledge on the role nutrition plays in building,
cleansing and maintaining a strong and healthy body,
casual and educational seminars on healthy eating will
be offered each day by the nutritionist. Let Elizabeth
explain the history and natural goodness found in the
blueberries you picked that very day. (Yes! There is fresh
fruit in the Arctic!)
Impromptu pilates and stability ball exercise classes will
be offered at various times during the week - develop
your core while being energized by nature’s offerings. In
the evening, before retiring to your down-filled mattress,
enjoy the purity of the Arctic air while relaxing in the Spa.
In the hot tub reflect upon the day’s events in the warm
and mineral-rich ocean water and gaze upon the midnight
sun.
• Experience and observe polar bears at eyelevel in their natural habitat
• Vast fiords and the awe- inspiring Penny Ice
Cap glaciers that ends abruptly in the sea
• Dorset ruins, Inuit culture, blueberries and
crimson arctic sunsets
activities
• Fitness Focus: Yoga, Pilates, Stability Ball
• Rejuvenation: 24 Hour Sunlight, Fresh Air,
Natural Foods, Nature’s power, laughter
• Wildlife Viewing
what’s included
• The services of highly qualified Inuit guides and staff leaders
Photo Credit: Arctic Kingdom
Day 7
We return to Qikiqtarjuaq and board our flight back to
Iqaluit and onwards to Ottawa.
As with all our expeditions, weather, ice, and other conditions will dictate our daily itinerary. Wildlife sightings and certain activities depend on favourable conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
• Yoga under the midnight sun
• Spa: Natural Mineral based products
An expanded awareness awaits those who wish to
embrace it. Escape what has become normal in your
life and embrace the sanctuary of Canada’s north and
see what you find out about yourself. Life should be
experienced, not just lived. Come and experience the
Arctic.
“The dives were some of my favourite dives ever...and not a small compliment either
considering I have over 1000 dives. Outstanding! ” ~ T. M. - Saskatchewan, Canada
Day 1 – Ottawa to Qikiqtarjuaq
where we sleep
• All transportation throughout the trip
• All accommodations from Qikiqtarjuaq– 6 nights arctic safaristyle upscale base camp
• All meals from Qikiqtarjuaq
Elizabeth Clarke BA, RHN, RYT, PTS
A complete fitness professional,
Elizabeth Clarkee operates her own
fitness and wellness studio in North
Toronto. A registered yoga teacher,
personal training specialist and a senior
faculty member for the Canadian School
of Natural Nutrition, Liz is an inspirational
leader to those seeking optimal health.
Liz has a natural affinity with nature
and loves to connect with its energetic
pathways.
details
Trip Length
7 Days
2012 Dates
Aug 17-24
2013 Dates
Aug 10-16
Price
$7,895 dbl occupancy
SGL Supplement
$ 2,900
Air Package
Ottawa
Starting Community
Qikiqtarjuaq, NU
Daylight Hours
18 Hours
Average Temperature
+10˚C
All prices in
CAD dollars
Arctic Safari Arctic Reflections - Adventures in Yoga, Your Life and Wildlife
Immerse yourself in this natural holistic Arctic
escape and discover the pristine glaciers, islands
and fiords of Baffin Island - its beauty and your own
arctic safari
arctic safari Polar Bears and glaciers of baffin island
Pure White Polar Bears
Crimson red sunsets, electric blue glaciers
and purple exotic flowers, make this a
journey colorful to the extreme
Arrival in Ottawa. Overnight in hotel of your
choice.
Day 1
Depart Ottawa for Iqaluit by jet. Transfer planes
for Qikiqtarjuaq. Fly over Auyuittuq National
Park, keeping an eye out for Mt. Asgard and Mt.
Thor with the world’s tallest vertical cliffs at over
5000ft. On arrival, transfer to local cruiser boat
and thread your way past small Arctic islands,
watching for polar bears as you pass, to your
upscale base camp.
Day 2-6
From the pebble beach base camp you will
experience the true essence of the Arctic
summer. Here is a sample of activities over the
course of your stay:
This is the ultimate time of year to view polar
bears and bowhead whales from your base
surrounded by islands and steep walled fiords.
In past trips we’ve seen more than 20 polar bears
on the boat ride from Qikiqtarjuaq to base camp
alone!
each side. Bowhead whales, the largest whale
in Canadian waters, are known to frequent the
open waters about a 30 min boat ride from camp.
A day trip to Ashuyuk Pass in one of Canada’s
most beautiful National Parks. You can hike
at the base of North Pangnirtung Fiord among
braided streams that flow from the pass.
• Experience and observe polar bears at eyelevel in their natural habitat
• Vast fiords and awe- inspiring Penny Ice
Cap glaciers that end abruptly in the sea
• Dorset ruins, Inuit culture, blue berries and
crimson arctic sunsets
activities
• boat cruising
Visit Dorset (Inuit ancestors) ruins about one
hour boat ride south along Baffin Island.
• hiking and kayaking
• upscale tent camping
Hike at the Penny Ice Cap glacier sweeping down
into Coronation Fiord.
Relax and absorb the long Arctic sunset hanging
on the horizon. All this from your upscale base
camp near the most picturesque lakes, boulder
strewn rivers with the world’s purest water.
While in camp, pick blue berries, or try fishing for
Arctic Char.
• Bowhead whales spyhopping, finning and
slapping their flukes sometimes metres
away
Arctic Kingdom
Day 7
Transfer back to Qikiqtarjuaq by boat, then take
a midmorning flight back to Iqaluit and onto
Ottawa.
Travel by boat down the long and deep fiords
including Coronation and North Pangnirtung
Fiord with sheer walls 1000s of feet high on
“We had a great time! We had a great guide introducing us to Inuit culture as well as wildlife. We enjoyed
getting to know our guides and their family. The scenery is too amazing to capture in pictures. ” ~ D. H. - California, USA
Day 0
where we sleep
what’s included
details
Trip Length
7 Days
2013 Dates
Aug 16-22 & Aug 23-29
Price
$7,895 dbl occupancy
• All accommodations from Qikiqtarjuaq– 6 nights arctic
safari-style upscale base camp
SGL Supplement
$ 2,900
Air Package
• All meals from Qikiqtarjuaq
Ottawa
Starting Community
Qikiqtarjuaq, NU
Daylight Hours
18 Hours
Average Temperature
+10˚C
• The services of highly qualified Inuit guides and staff
leaders
• All transportation throughout the trip
All prices in
CAD dollars
“Thank you for a great trip through this winter wonderland. I am glad to have seen
the beauties of the north of which I had only seen pictures of before. I really
enjoyed the company of the Inuit guides and insights into their lives.”
Dr. C. H. ~ Edmonton, Canada
Photo Credit: Richard Roth (with iPhone 4)
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Arctic Safari
Caribou migrating photographed from the air and at eyelevel on the ground, combined with blazing autumn colours
and shimmering northern lights.
One of the greatest herds of animals outside of Africa, the
Qamanirjuaq caribou herd of over 400,000 situated on the tundra
of western Hudson Bay is the largest herd of caribou in Canada.
The annual autumn caribou migration spreads out over the
‘Barrenlands’ of Nunavut, with the reward of autumn colours of the
tundra - crimson reds, vibrant yellows and shimmering oranges as
a backdrop to caribou with full antler racks walking within meters
Arviat Community Eco Tourism
of you day after day. This is an experience you will never forget.
From Inuit guides who know the traditional migration corridors
of the caribou, shimmering northern lights in the evening, to the
silence of the tundra broken by passing caribou, this autumn Arctic
photography safari will surprise and delight at every step. This
uniquely Canadian safari is suitable for adventurous families as well
as the professional photographer.
itinerary (Group Size 8 persons maximum)
Day 0
Arrive in Winnipeg and transfer to your local hotel.
Day 1
Depart Winnipeg for Churchill. Transfer to your waiting
float plane for the transfer to your remote tundra
Caribou base camp. En route to camp we should get
some excellent aerial views of the migrating caribou
herd. Arrival should be around 1PM at the base camp.
Spend the day in camp, and explore the tundra with
your Inuit guides. With any luck we should have caribou
right at our doorstep!
Day 2-6
Day trips by boat or by ATV onto the tundra to locate
caribou. Caribou will be found in long ribbons crossing
rivers, lakes and large tracts of open tundra. We will use
boats to travel up the lakes and rivers that surround
the base camp to search for the caribou crossings
that day. There should be opportunities to witness
mother caribou with calves, large male caribou with
giant racks that are at their peak condition and size.
Guided by local Inuit guides who have hunted and
survived off the caribou for 1000’s of years, we can
watch as they track, and follow the caribou for the best
photography opportunities. We will also conduct
short hikes on the colourful tundra. In most cases,
the caribou are not startled by our presence and will
approach on their own out of curiosity where we are
close enough that we can listen to them breathe and
look directly into their eyes.
Remote land base camp
• Astonishing aerial view of the Qamanirjuaq
caribou herd of over 400 thousand strong
We aim to make your Arctic experience as
comfortable as possible with all the amenities of
home despite being in some of the most remote
frontier territory in the world. Inspired by safari
camps, we bring the ultimate in comfort to the
Arctic to maximize your enjoyment of it.
After being on the land on a day trip, coming back
to the safari-inspired base camp is a pleasurable
experience. Set directly on the shoreline of a
freshwater lake, with hot food prepared by a
private chef, the dining/lounge tent is a place to
relax with your fellow trip members, trade stories,
look at pictures just taken that day immediately
on your laptops in a warm, dry environment.
Afterwards, retire to your spacious warm tent,
through large door ways with ample standing
room. Relax and place your head on pillows
while stretching out on the raised beds with
down-filled sleeping bags. We have perfected
the art of a remote camp with all the amenities of
home. It is your Arctic home away from home.
• Sit amongst the autumn tundra colours and
photograph caribou only meters away
• Dazzling Northern lights at night
activities
• Wildlife Photography
• Short Hikes
• Boating
details
what’s included
Trip Length
7 Days
2012 Dates
Sept 5-11
2013 Dates
Sept 6-12
Price
$ 6,950 +5%GST
• All accommodations from Churchill -6 nights arctic safaristyle base camp
SGL Supplement
NA
• All meals from Churchill
Air Package
• The services of a highly qualified Staff Escort and local
Inuit Guides
Day 7
We will have the morning for one last caribou photography
opportunity. The float plane will arrive shortly after noon
and we will transfer back to Churchill. From there we will
fly back to Winnipeg, arriving in the early evening. Extra
days in Arviat or Winnipeg can be arranged by request.
• All transportation to/from and the tundra base camp
including private floatplane to/from Churchill
• Hotel transfers in Churchill
• All excursions from the Lodge
“Some days we could just sit on our lawn chairs and just watch the caribou go right by us. I’ll never forget it.”
~ J. L, Quebec, Canada
Fly to the safari camp on the tundra by private plane
During your time here, we should also have a chance
of seeing muskox, arctic wolf, and arctic fox. If we are
lucky, this is also the home of black bears and we may
see one or more. Wolverines are also possible.
The prime northern lights band is at 60 degrees
latitude. The base camp, situated on the beach of a
fresh water lake, sits directly beneath this main band of
northern lights occurrences giving us a high probability
of seeing them nightly.
where we sleep
All prices in
CAD dollars
Arctic Safari Autumn Caribou Migration & Northern Lights Safari
Autumn Colours, Caribou and Northern Lights
$ 2,980 includes tax and fees.
Includes Winnipeg to Arviat and private float plane
charter to camp/return
Winnipeg
Starting Community
Churchill, MB
Daylight Hours
13 Hours
Average Temperature
10˚C to 20˚C
Arctic Safari
At only 6 guests, this is an intimate polar bear viewing
experience like none other. Fly by private plane directly into
the heart of the Hudson Bay polar bear migration path. From
your comfortable cabin and beyond, enjoy up-close polar bear
viewing and unprecedented access. At night watch the vibrant
northern lights dance overhead.
David Briggs
Arrival in Winnipeg. Overnight in hotel of your
choice.
Day 1
Depart Winnipeg for Churchill. On arrival transfer
to your private charter for a 40-min flight to the
Arviat Polar Bear Cabins – your home for 5 days.
This is halfway between Churchill and Arviat on
the Hudson Bay Coast, just south of the mighty
Gellini River and right among “Polar Bear Alley.”
Here we live, observe and photograph these
great, white bears as they wait for both the river
and the Hudson Bay coast to freeze for the winter.
Day 2-4
Polar Bear observation, up-close photography,
trekking and Northern Lights. Our Inuit guides
will accompany you throughout your visit. They
have lived among polar bears for generations
and developed an intricate understanding of
how to stay safe in their presence. You will have
the freedom to trek beyond the cabin complex,
and approach bears from the ground for up
close viewing and photography. Often the bears
are friendly, in good spirits and will not approach.
At times a curious bear may come towards us,
but our guides will ensure we are always a safe
distance.
Rugged and remote cabin complex on
the shores of Hudson Bay
• Be the first to live where the polar bears
roam. 24-7 viewing from the new Arviat
Polar Bear Cabins
In the evenings we will stare wide-eyed at the
intense Northern Lights dancing overhead.
• Day hike for on the ground, eye-to-eye
photographic encounters with polar bears
• Shimmering northern lights
• Highly personal polar bear encounters:
A group size of 6 to 8 guests allows for
the most personal polar bear viewing
experience
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We will have the morning to continue observing
polar bears, arctic fox and arctic hare before our
noon departure for Churchill on our private plane.
From Churchill we’ll transfer to the scheduled
flight back to Winnipeg, arriving in the late
evening. Here we’ll say goodbye to our fellow
group members. We suggest you overnight in
Winnipeg.
• Remote and rustic. The most authentic
polar bear viewing in the world
activities
Gilles Laurent
Day 5
polar bear viewing
day hikes with guides
northern lights observation
use of ATV’s for ground excursions
Rustic, yet cozy polar bear proof cabins
Gilles Laurent
5 Days
2012 Dates
Oct 23 – 27, Oct 27 – 31 , Oct 31 - Nov 4 & Nov 4 - Nov 8
2013 Dates
Oct 22-26, Oct 26-30, Oct 30-Nov 03, Nov 0307, Nov 07-11, Nov 11-15, Nov 15-19
Price
$7,600
• 4 nights in Polar Bear cabin complex
Air Package
• All meals while at the Arviat Polar Bear complex.
Winnipeg
Starting Community
Churchill, Manitoba
Daylight Hours
9 Hours
Average Temperature
Oct -5˚C / Nov -15˚C
• All transportation for the trip duration – including
charter flight to/from polar bear cabins from Churchill
“There wasn’t a day that went by where we didn’t see a Polar Bear. These magnificent creatures, in
their territory, in the stillness of the Tundra. The fact that you’re standing there, on the Tundra, and
a Polar Bear and her cub are pacing, slowly, gently up and down from about 20 feet from you – you
can’t come to terms with what you’re seeing – it’s exciting down to the fingertips.”
~ Terry and Carl F., Vancouver Island, Canada
details
Trip Length
what’s included
• The services of highly qualified Inuit guides and staff
leaders
Safe and secure. Directly in the heart of polar
bear country. Guests will enjoy one of four
heated sleeping cabins for 2 persons each
complete with private bathroom. Shared
shower facilities. Enjoy meals prepared by a
professional chef from the dining/lounge cabin
complete with fireplace, lounge chairs and
large observation windows overlooking the
magnificent Hudson Bay and passing polar
bears. This small and intimate and private
complex allows for a maximum of 8 guests.
There is no more intimate and personal polar
bear viewing experience as this.
Day 0
where we sleep
Winnipeg hotels, transfers and meals not included.
Arctic Safari Polar Bear Migration Fly-In Photo Safari
Polar Bears and Northern Lights
All prices in
CAD dollars
“We went to Nunavut to see Polar Bears, but ended up falling in love with the Tundra as well.
We ate berries that hugged the Tundra, discovered mushrooms in the middle of fields, heard
the eerie sound of whipping winds grazing the Tundra, and when the sun came out, you were
standing in a field of dazzling diamond sparkles in the snow. Nunavut is a place that takes your
heart easily. It demands respect, this unforgiving, harsh land …. And yet … it’s so incredibly
inviting, so heartbreakingly beautiful.”
Terry and Carl F, Vancouver Island, Canada
Photo Credit: Tom isott
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Expedition Cruising
See the Arctic the way
you want to see it.
M/V Cape Race
Date:
Duration:
Price:
Staterooms:
Max guests:
July 12-22, 2013
11 days
$12,950.00 (+ 13% HST)
5 (all with private bath & shower)
10
FEATURED
VESSEL
Continuing our philosophy of small group size and highly personalized experiences, we have hand-picked
these vessels and locations to offer scheduled and private charters from 6 to 12 persons to provide the
ultimate in expedition cruising options. Go where you want to go, see what you want to see.
M/V Cape Race
Torngat Mountains Wild
Labrador & Baffin Island Explorer
The Lure of Greenland’s
Wild Side Safari
Nain, Labrador - Torngat Mountains - Button Islands
Lower Savage Islands - Kimmirut (Baffin Island)
Nuuk to Kulusuk, Greenland
The Torngat Mountains of Labrador are absolutely wild and have been
described by past guests as ‘the most beautiful place in the world’!
Towering over 1,600 meters high, fiords slash into them for miles and in
this dramatic landscape, polar bears and black bears patrol the territory
while icebergs drift south from Greenland. From Nain, Labrador we make
our way north meandering in out of jaw dropping fiords up the Labrador
coast, until we reach the apex of the Ungava peninsula – the Button Islands
, crossing the Hudson Strait before we explore the Lower Savage Islands
before ending in Kimmirut on Baffin Island.
Discover the beauty of Greenland’s wild side from the capital of Greenland
– Nuuk and on to the western side of Greenland to Kulusuk.Sail south from
Greenland’s capital of Nuuk, to the Island’s verdant southern shores. Here
there are lush mountains, hot springs, rare minerals and Viking ruins left by
the Norseman who disappeared 500 years ago. Icebergs, fiords, Norseman
legends, colourful villages, the worlds larges walrus populations, whales
and staggering mountains – Greenland wild side is yours to discover
virtually on your own.
2012 Dates:
2013 Dates:
Duration:
Price:
Staterooms:
Max Guests:
July 30 – Aug 08, 2012
July 29 – Aug 7, 2013
10 days
$12,450 (tax included)
5 (all with private bath & shower)
10
The Exquisite
M/V Cape Race
Explore the coastline, villages and stunning scenery and wildlife of
Labrador (Torngat Mountains), Baffin Island and Greenland on a scheduled
departure with only 10 guests, or charter it for your group or family. From
our exquisitely refurbished 116’ expedition vessel with five large staterooms,
queen size beds, private head and shower, sauna, a mahogany wood
paneled grand saloon with fireplace and piano it is the epitome of arctic
exploration refinement.
Toll
Toll Free
Free (North
(North America):
America): 1.888.737.6818
1.888.737.6818 •• International:
International: +1.416.322.7066
+1.416.322.7066 •• Email:
Email: [email protected]
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Expedition Cruising
Expedition Cruising
2013 Dates:
From
Vessel: Capacity:
Dates:
July 13 to 18, 2013
Price:
$9,100 per person
Vessel Capacity: 6 (twin beds)
Svalbard Polar Bear Sailboat Safari
Longyearbyen – 80th Degree Latitude – Longyearbyen - 9 days - 6 guests
This 6 guest sailboat is perfect for a family or group with like-minded interests such as photographers. See Svalbard like no other vessel has been
able to before. To get further inland, closer to shore, and with only 6 persons and not 120, we can go wherever we like, for however long we would like.
With a shallow draft we can explore further into fiords to search out the wildlife of Svalbard up close and personal. Our captain has 12 years experience
sailing these waters and knows the ins and outs, and most importantly, where the polar bears and wildlife of Svalbard are to be found. Private charters
from May to September available.
July 17 -27, 11 days
$3,600 to $11,795.00 USD
Clipper Adventurer
122 Passengers
Arctic Safari Starting from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and ending in Resolute Bay
On this voyage we aim to combine our favourite summer high Arctic landscapes, people and communities on this water based Arctic Safari. Beginning
in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland we set sail down one of the country’s longest fiords, crossing the Arctic Circle. We continue to Ilulissat, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site where we take a Zodiac cruise into the ice-fjord, where towering icebergs calve from the massive Greenland icecap as it tumbles down to
meet the sea, will surely leave you breathless and refreshed. We cross over to Baffin Island at Clyde River, and visit Buchan Gulf, Mittimatalik (Pond Inlet),
Bylot Island, Prince Leopold, Devon Island & Beechey Island and end in Qausuittuq (Resolute) all the while keeping an eye out for whales and polar bears.
2013 Dates:
From
Vessel: Capacity:
Dates:
Private Charter May – Sept.
Price:
From $14,900 per person
Vessel Capacity: 12
Aug 6 -20 , 15 days
From $6,995.00 to $16,595 USD
Clipper Adventurer
122 Passengers
Svalbard Polar Bear Luxury Motor Yacht Safari
Into the Northwest Passage
This luxury expedition vessel specifically designed to travel in Arctic conditions has 6 staterooms - each with its own private bath for 12 persons. We will
depart Longyearbyen and explore the west coast of Svalbard in search of the wonders of wildlife and ice that it is ready to reveal. Able to go where large
expedition vessels cannot, and free to explore and stay how long we like in any location this will be Svalbard on your schedule. Zodiac boats are included
and allow us to make shore or ice landings to get us just that little bit closer.
Venture with us through the famed Northwest Passage! The epic quest for a northern route west to silk and spice producing Asia occupied some of the
best minds of European civilization for half a millennium, and it still remains an elusive route that few have had the privilege of travelling.
Longyearbyen – 80th Degree – Longyearbyen - 12 guests
Jun 19 - Jul 02, 2013 50 Years of Victory Expedition Ship $23,995 - $34,995 USD
Jun 30 - Jul 13, 2013 50 Years of Victory Expedition Ship $23,995 - $34,995 USD
North Pole - 90 degrees north.
Be one of only 250 people to stand at the top of the world in 2013.
Your 128 passenger icebreaker ship, 50 Years of Victory, will take you to a part of the world more
commonly associated with fairy tales and folklore – the North Pole! Crushing through multiyear pack ice, the journey can take as long as a week, which only helps to heighten the level of
excitement. Celebrate with champagne upon your arrival and soar high above the entire Earth
on an optional hot air balloon ride.
Starting from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and ending in Kugluktuk, Canada
Vessel Style From Expedition Sailboat
$99,500 USD
Premium Sailboat
$198,000 USD
Expedition Motor Yacht
$400,000 USD
Fly and Sail
$150,000 USD
Duration Capacity
3 Weeks
6
2 Weeks 8
2 Weeks 12
1-2 Weeks 6+
Antarctica – Private Expedition Cruising
The best of private adventure yachting to the Antarctic, for the ultimate in choice and flexibility, choose and design your Antarctic Adventure
– from one week up to three (or more) – from 1 to 12 guests – we can create and design the private Antarctic experience you want.
Short on time, or don’t want to cross the infamous Drake Passage? To visit the Antarctic in only a week or two, it is possible to fly into a
scientific base on the Shetland Islands. Your sail boat or motor yacht will be waiting to allow your group to spend the entire time in the
Antarctic around the islands, icebergs and wildlife. When to go: October to March.
Getaways
Arctic Canada Dive Adventure
Iqaluit - 4 days
Designed for those short on time, but want a complete Arctic experience. These weekend getaways are typically
about 4 days in length including the flights to/from the International gateway airport (such as Ottawa or
Winnipeg) and will give you a taste of the Arctic. From dog sledding, igloo building, summer boat trips, arctic
char fishing to scuba diving, there’s an action packed getaway for all seasons.
Taste of the Canadian Arctic Summer
Iqaluit - 4 days
Dive in the arctic around Frobisher Bay (Baffin Island) - home of the second largest tides in the
Discover Canada’s real backyard. Fly a short 3 hours from Ottawa to Iqaluit and experience
world!
the best of the Arctic Summer. During the summer months, the Arctic awakens from its winter
Only a 3 hour flight from Ottawa, Arctic diving just became a long-weekend dive. Visit Iqaluit,
slumber and explodes in a firework of colour to show off its raw beauty. Experience endless
Nunavut’s capital, and immerse yourself in the Arctic both above and below the water. April and
summer nights, exotic tundra abloom in a fiery haze of flowers, watch for whales and polar
May dates will offer ice diving with snowmobiles, where August to October departures will be in
bears on a day boat excursion with Inuit guides in legendary Frobisher Bay, kayak, visit
open water by boat. Experience not only sublime diving conditions with crystal clear water, but
museums and art galleries all guided by the local Inuit people of Iqaluit. This action packed
also the warm hospitality of the Inuit people, stunning Arctic scenery and the always present
Getaway to the Arctic will leave you wanting more.
chance of wildlife encounters. Requirements: Min. Advanced Diving Certification.
2012 Dates August 10-13 and October 6-9
2012 Dates
August 10-13 and October 6-9 (Boats/Open Water)
2013 Dates August 16-19 and October 12-15
April 19-22 and April 26-29 (Snowmobiles/Ice Diving),
Price
$2,395.00 (+5% GST)
Aug 16-19 and Oct 12-15 (Boats/Open Water)
Airfare
Ottawa to Iqaluit (return) and 3 night Iqaluit hotel package: $1,696.85 taxes included
Price
$2,495 (Boats/Open Water), $2,895 (Snowmobile/Ice Diving) (+5% GST)
Airfare
Optional
Ice Diver & Drysuit Certifications Available: $176.00 (+5% GST)
2013 Dates
All prices in CAD. All Getaways are subject to minimum group numbers of 6 persons. Maximum Group size will be 10. TERMS & CONDITIONS:
$500 deposit required at time of booking. Full payment due 90 days prior to departure date. CANCELLATION TERMS: Outside 90 days a full
refund of deposit less $50 admin charge is given. 90 to 60 days prior to a trip entitles client a 50% refund. 0-60 days prior to trip no refund will
be offered.
be offered.
Taste of the Canadian Arctic Spring
Taste of Inuit Culture and Polar Bears
Iqaluit - 4 days
Arviat - 4 days
Experience the best of arctic activities and culture from dog sledding, igloo building, Arctic Char
Up close and personal with polar bears and the Inuit people of Arviat, Nunavut. Arviat is the
fishing, to snowmobiling and northern lights.
cultural heartland of the western Hudson Bay Arctic. Timed to coincide with the annual polar
Get a taste of the Arctic way of life with only a 3 hour flight from Ottawa. Voyage north to
bear migration along the Hudson Bay coast, come and experience the rich cultural traditions,
Iqaluit, Nunavut’s capital, and learn and experience the best of the Arctic early Spring led by
and go on day trips in search of polar bear photography opportunities.
Inuit guides who live and breathe the great outdoors! From dog sledding and the chance to
Included in this package: 3 nights stay in Arviat, all meals, community tour, cultural
build your own igloo through to snowmobiling and ice fishing, town museums and art galleries
performances including a “Tupiq” program where you can experience life as it used to be under
this itinerary combines the best of the early spring season and the town of Iqaluit. At night,
a caribou skin tent, and all excursions for polar bears.
keep an eye out for possible Northern Lights.
Come and fall in love with Arviat as much as we have!
2013 Dates
April 19-22 and April 26-29
2012 Dates:
Nov 2-5, 2012
Price
$2,345.00 (+5% GST)
2013 Dates:
Nov 1-4 & Nov 8-11
Airfare
Price: $2,795.00 (+5% GST)
Airfare:
Winnipeg to Arviat Return: From $1,240.50 taxes included
be offered.
be offered.
About Arctic Kingdom
The Real Arctic for Real Travellers
Fiercely dedicated to creating authentic and awe-inspiring travel experiences, Arctic Kingdom
is the only tour operator offering safari-style land-based trips to the High Arctic. We make
sure that as little as humanly possible sits between you and the Arctic. Through our unique
combination of small groups, safari style arctic camps, expedition experts and only the most
experienced Inuit guides, we ensure that your experience in the world’s most captivating place
on earth is second to none.
Arctic Kingdom has been leading polar expeditions since 1999. We possess decades of
experience in the field, and know the Arctic like no other operator. The result is unparalleled
expertise in Arctic wildlife and habitat, and deep-rooted relationships with local Inuit
communities, allowing us to tailor incredible experiences every time.
There is an Inuit belief that everything in nature is infused with the spirit of life. We at Arctic
Kingdom strive to create journeys that will invigorate the spirit of life in each of our guests.
Call one of our Expedition Experts to discover the real arctic for real travellers.
Arctic Kingdom Expeditions
215 Traders Blvd. East, Unit 18, Mississauga, ON L4Z 3K5
Canada Direct: +1-416-322-7066
Toll Free: 1-888-737-6818
UK: +44 203 393 7727
DE: +49 308 967 79101
www.arctickingdom.com
[email protected]
www.arctickingdom.com
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