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Uummannaq, Zodiacs and Ice
Uummannaq, Zodiacs and Ice
A longtime dream came true with the chance to visit Greenland and the Canadian Arctic on a 12-day cruise with Adventure Canada. Our home was the Ocean Endeavour and an amazing vessel for the expedition in and out of the many fjords and ice flows. I was absolutely blown away by the beauty of the landscape and the people. I am already dreaming of our return and look forward to sharing our experience with you!
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How do you get to the Arctic?

There are not many ways to fly North without spending a heavy number in dollars and time. We heard from staff that a charter flight to Resolute could cost a person around $7,000 US! Fortunately, Adventure Canada and similar companies have the chance to charter airlines to transport the group to and from the ship all at once. Making it all the much …
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Bright Homes of the Arctic

Sisimiut was our first official stop in Greenland after our journey down the Sondre Stromfjord. The community has been around for 4,500 years. From the Saqqaq culture, we saw additions of the Dorset people, the Thule, and then from Canada and Denmark. Sisimiut means “the inhabitants at the foxhole” and remains ice free all year. These …
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Looking over the icebergs. So sandwiched together!

Ice Ice, Oh my!

The morning into Disko Bay is one of the most memorable days of our cruise. We entered these calm waters to be greeted by hundreds of icebergs in every shape/size you might imagine. Our excitement grew as the icebergs started getting packed together as this was the sign we were entering the mouth of the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier in the Illulissat …
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Baby bergs in the harbour of Ilulissat

Life on Board the Ocean Endeavour

Programming on the Ocean Endeavour sticks to a similar schedule for each full day on board. Of course, expedition travel can change within minutes so, again, you always have a Plan A, B, C, D and sometimes E.



Fortunately, we had such great weather, our programming stayed mostly on track each day!



Here is what a typical day on the Ocean …
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Zodiac and Icebergs: Never gets old!

My dear, what lovely layers you have!

Packing for the Arctic felt really daunting and tricky in the heat of our Missoula summer. Our winter clothes had been packed away for some time and the thought of temperatures below 50F seemed like a dream.



Luckily, we had a packing list to help us start the process. The biggest and best thing you can do is think in lots of layers. They will …
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Zodiac Travel

The invention of the zodiac is a game changer for expedition travel. Not only are they quick little boats; they are light, fairly easy to maneuver and large enough to hold at least 10 people. They have become the best way to travel between ship and shore as well as for quick cruises around the polar region.



Getting in and out of a zodiac can …
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Welcome back to Canada! Sillem Island circumnavigation

Wildlife

Every expedition has a list of animals and birds that one MIGHT see on an expedition. Of course, no one can guarantee a sighting so it is good to take trips without expecting a sighting. This helps to keep the excitement high when a critter IS spotted.



This is what I tried to do. I have had a National Geographic picture of Polar Bear on my …
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Such a sunny day!

Communities

Our itinerary had intentional stops to communities throughout Greenland and Canada.



Ilulissat and Sisimiut were our two Greenland stops. These bustling towns were full of families and guests. From fishing to hunting, teaching and learning, the communities seemed vibrant and full of life. The heat of the summer led to families walking along the …
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Polar Plunge

A true must on any polar expedition is the polar plunge. To be honest, I wasn’t too enthused to jump into icy water but I am so glad I did. Twice. Now, I’ve jumped into glacial lakes in Montana but the sheer thought of the Arctic water was daunting. I had no idea how cold I would really feel and I was happy to be pleasantly surprised. …
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