Baffin Island - Jewel of the Arctic
Baffin Island - Jewel of the Arctic 12 Days
Baffin Island - Jewel of the Arctic 12 Days
Aboard: Akademik Ioffe
Baffin Island is one of the last great wilderness regions in the world and this outstanding expedition explores the island in depth. From lqaluit, on Frobisher Bay, we travel the wild east coast of Baffin Island discovering the deep fjords, soaring mountains and immense glacial systems. We are constantly on the lookout for variety of birdlife and marine wildlife - including polar bear - the icon of the north.
Note: All bookings on voyages that operate domestically within Canada, are subject to a compulsory 5% goods and services tax (GST). This will be added to the cruise price on the confirmation invoice. The charter flights from Ottawa to Iqaluit and Resolute to Edmonton are also charged at US$1995
Highlights
- Polar bears and other animals
- Myriad birdlife
- Beluga and other whales, and maybe narwhal
- Spectacular scenery with deep fjords, glaciers, national parks and ice navigation
- Historical sites and associations
- Visits to remote Inuit communities
- Kayaking options available
What's Included
- Transfers to and from ship
- Full board accommodation on board ship
- Zodiac excursions and shore landings including hikes and wildlife colony visits
- Programme of expert lectures
- Experienced Expedition Leader and professional expedition team of marine biologists, naturalists, historians, adventure guides and photographers
- 24 hour hot drinks
- Expedition gear loan package
So much to experience
Our popularitinerary Suggestions
All our itinerary holidays are fully customisable
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Gibb Fjord
Pond Inlet & Sirmilik National Park
Lancaster Sound & Devon Island
Prince Leopold Island
Beechey Island
Resolute, to Edmonton
A view from Above
All Aboard
Akademik Ioffe
Built in Finland in 1989 as a Russian polar research vessel, the Akademik Ioffe, was operating as One Ocean Navigator until recently, is a comfortable, stable, ice-strengthened ship with all the facilities for modern expedition cruising. There is a mixture of suites and cabins, all with windows or portholes and some with private facilities. Public areas include dining room, lounge, bar, library with forward facing windows, multi-media room with Apple Mac computers and photo management software, presentation room, mud room, passenger lift and gift shop. There is also a wellness centre, sauna, spa, salt-water plunge pool, fitness room and infirmary. Along with plenty of open deck space, there is a top deck with 360degrees views and a small observatory with spotting scope. The ship has an open-bridge policy.
Too much to choose from? This is where we come in
Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Arctic adventure for you.
Simon’s deep passion for and first-hand knowledge of a vast range of destinations all over the world gives him the ideal skills to help you create a truly unforgettable wildlife inspired adventure to the most exciting places on the planet.
Amy’s abiding love of adventure travel has taken her to some of the most incredible wildlife-rich places on Earth. Her vast experience and genuine desire to share her knowledge makes her an outstanding and invaluable person to help you organise your wildlife adventure trip.
Mike has more than fifteen years hands-on experience in the industry, travelling to some of the most incredible wild places on the planet. His far-reaching knowledge and invaluable skills will ensure that your wildlife travel adventure is a dream come true.
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Call us - 0800 195 3385
Outside the uk? + 44 1625 5811 43
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Call us - 0800 195 3385
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