HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit
the Viking ruins at L'Anse Aux Meadows UNESCO world heritage site
- Explore
the unrivalled wilderness of Torngat Mountains National Park
- Journey
along the legendary Northwest Passage
- Visit
the French archipelago of Saint Pierre and Miquelon, off
the coast of Newfoundland
- Learn
about Indigenous culture in Qikiiqtarjuaq
- Voyage
along the staggeringly beautiful east coast of Baffin Island
- Witness
unsurpassed views of the Arctic wilderness while heli flightseeing
aboard Ultramarine's twin-engine helicopters.
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | Explorer Triple | Solo Panorama | Explorer Suite | Balcony Suite | Deluxe Balcony Suite | Terrace Suite | Penthouse Suite | Owner's Suite | Ultra Suite |
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| Sep 18, 2025 | Oct 03, 2025 | 11,776 | 21,438 | 15,453 | 16,992 | 19,984 | 20,754 | 21,438 | 27,423 | 30,415 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 495
per person
Includes:
- One
night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Calgary
- Group
transfer from the Calgary hotel to the airport on Day 2
- Charter
flights between Calgary and Resolute
- Group
transfers between the Resolute airport and the ship
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | (Starting from)
Explorer Triple | (Mid-range)
Deluxe Balcony Suite | (High-end)
Ultra Suite |
|---|
| Sep 18, 2025 | Oct 03, 2025 | 11,776 | 19,984 | 30,415 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 495
per person
Includes:
- One
night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Calgary
- Group
transfer from the Calgary hotel to the airport on Day 2
- Charter
flights between Calgary and Resolute
- Group
transfers between the Resolute airport and the ship
ITINERARY
Day
1: Arrive in Calgary, Alberta
Arrive
at Calgary International Airport and make your way to your included
hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore this fascinating Western
Canadian city-home of the world-famous Calgary Stampede-which mixes
cosmopolitan flair with cowboy charm.
Day
2: Fly to Qausuittuq (Resolute) and embark
This
morning we’ll catch our flight to the northern gateway of
Qausuittuq (Resolute) in Nunavut, where we start our adventure in the
middle of the legendary Northwest Passage. You will be transferred to
your ship by Zodiac or helicopter depending on ship location and
weather conditions.
Qausuittuq
(Resolute), located on the southern shores of Cornwallis Island, means
“the place with no dawn” in Inuktitut. This name,
unsurprisingly, refers to the 24-hour winter nights that occur in this
remote northern region.
Timing
of this expedition, however, is aptly positioned to take advantage of
the late summer and early fall ice conditions, which make Quasuittuq
accessible, while at the same time welcoming the setting sun high above
the Arctic Circle. Upon departing Qausuittuq, your ship will navigate
through Tallurutiup-Imanga (Lancaster Sound). This 320-km waterway and
the surrounding lands are extremely rich in wildlife and history, both
indigenous and European. The Inuit and their predecessors have made
their home in this domain for thousands of years.
Day
3: Tallurutiup-Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and the myth of the Franklin
Today
we’ll head to the western end of Devon Island, on the north
side of Tallurutiup-Imanga, and go ashore at wind-swept Beechey Island,
which is home to Beechey Island Sites National Historic Sites. These
sites, maintained by Parks Canada, tell the story-or at least the part
that’s not still shrouded in mystery-of Sir John
Franklin’s much-chronicled 1845-46 expedition to explore the
Northwest Passage.
The
island is small, only 2.5 kilometres at its widest point, but its
shores are steep, and rise to a flat plateau 244 metres high.
That’s where Franklin and his crew of 128 men spent the
winter after embarking from England aboard their two ships, HMS Erebus
and HMS Terror. The ill-fated 1845-46 expedition— to navigate
and chart the Northwest Passage— ended in tragedy for all 129
men and their two vessels.
What
happened to Franklin and his men is the stuff of legend —but
also the focus for several search expeditions over the years, which
discovered bodies, personal belongings of crew members, and handwritten
notes that suggested starvation, deaths from hypothermia, scurvy, and
lead poisoning from the tinned food supplies. Accounts by Inuit suggest
the crew split up into small groups and subsequently perished. What is
known for certainly is that no one survived.
The
graves of three officers from HMS Erebus- John Hartnell, William
Braine, and John Torrington-were discovered in 1851. You will have an
opportunity to visit their graves, and honor the memory of the entire
Franklin crew who braved massive challenges to explore the Northwest
Passage.
Franklin’s
story is an integral part of the history of Arctic exploration.
The
wrecks of Erebus and Terror were discovered in 2014 and 2016,
respectively.
Day
4: At Sea: Exploring the largest marine-protected area in Canada
We
continue our exploration of Tallurutiup-Imanga, which, in 2017, became
the Tallurutiup Imanga National Marine Conservation Area (Lancaster
Sound National Marine Conservation Area). At 109,000 square kilometres,
it’s the largest marine-protected area in Canada. Heed the
advice we always give to our guests whenever a voyage takes them above
the Arctic Circle: keep your binoculars ready-especially when out on
deck-to view the diverse wildlife that inhabit these waters. Upon
leaving Tallurutiup-Imanga, Ultramarine heads into the Davis Strait,
which separates Baffin Bay and the Labrador Sea and forms part of the
historic Northwest Passage. Clear skies later in the evening herald the
promise of a spectacular display of the Northern Lights. Prepare to be
awestruck.
Day
5: Baffin Island Fjords and Heli-flightseeking
This
is an especially exciting day as you become one of the very few
travelers to explore the stunningly majestic Icy Arm Fjord, which cuts
almost 80 kilometres deep into northern Bafffin Island.
Accessible
only by water in summer months when the sea ice recedes, this
rarely-visited fjord is known for its unrivalled landscape of towering
cliffs and stunning glaciers, and is valued as much for its sheer
remoteness as it is for its singularly pristine environment. Icy Arm
Fjord is the epitome of unspoiled Arctic wilderness. We may observe
polar bears, Arctic foxes, seals, walruses, as well as guillemots,
kittiwakes and other Arctic-dwelling birds.
Excitement
grows on Day 5 as Ultramarine’s two twin-engine helicopters
are made ready for Heli Flightseeing excursions. Prepare to view the
remote Arctic terrain from the seat of a helicopter-camera at the
ready. It’s also an excellent day for Zodiac cruises, which
offer guests a sea-level intimacy with the the surrounding lands and
waters.
Day
6: At Sea: Get acquainted with the on-board features of Ultramarine!
Cruising
along the east coast of Baffin Island, particularly from the middle of
the island to the southern tip, brings into sharp perspective the sheer
vastness of the largest island in Canada, and the fifth-largest in the
world. Day 6 is an excellent opportunity to familiarize yourself with
the features of your ship, including the fitness centre, spa and
library. Any surplus time between the expert-led polar
presentations-and delicious meals, of course- is perfect for editing
your digital photos. We know you’ve taken hundreds by now!
Day
7: Life in Qikiqtarjuaq
Qikiqtarjuaq,
fondly called Qik, is a small hamlet-populated mostly by Inuit
— north of the Arctic Circle on Broughton Island, off the
east coast of Baffin Island. Known as the iceberg capital of Nunavut,
Qikiqtarjuaq is located at the northern entrance to the mountainous
Auyuittuq National Park, which is home to narwhals, bowhead and orca
whales, polar bears, seals and migratory birds. Community visits,
arranged in collaboration with our local partners, enable guests to
learn about local culture, and purchase art and traditional
handicrafts, such as parkas, boots and local art when available.
Day
8: Cape Mercy: Fascinating history in the remote wilderness
History
buffs will enjoy a visit to Cape Mercy, an isolated cove at the
southern tip of Cumberland Sound in Nunavut.
Cape
Mercy was named by British explorer John Davis, who sailed through this
part of the Arctic in 1585. Fast-forward several centuries to the 1950s
when Cape Mercy was chosen as the site of a Distant Early Warning Line
(DEW) installation, which was part of a system of radar stations set up
during the Cold War to detect nuclear attacks.
Today,
Cape Mercy, accessible by water, offers modern-day travelers the chance
to experience the splendid isolation of the Arctic-with no sign of
civilization in sight. You can join a guided hike to a glacier-carved
freshwater lake on Cape Mercy. Make sure you bring your camera for this
off-ship excursion.
Day
9: At Sea: Enjoying the on-ship amenities and learning opportunities
There’s
no shortage of activities on board Ultramarine for your at-sea days.
You can relax and rejuvenate in the sauna with floor-to-ceiling
windows, book a soothing treatment in Tundra Spa, visit the fitness
centre, practise yoga, or deepen your Arctic knowledge by attending one
of our expert-led presentations on geology, wildlife, history,
glaciology or botany, among other polar subjects.
Day
10: Torngat Mountain National Park – "The land of the spirits"
Today’s
wilderness adventure into Torngat Mountains National Park have leave
you awestruck. Within the 10,000 square-kilometer national park,
established in 2008, are Canada’s highest mountains east of
the venerable Rockies. The park is a wilderness landscape painting
brought to life: breathtaking fjords, dramatic glacial formations,
stunning landscapes and wildlife. For students of Indigenous history,
Torngat Mountain National Park is especially meaningful: the park is
located at the northern edge of autonomous Nunatsiavut territory, which
was recognized as the homeland of the Labrador Inuit in 2005, with its
own constitution and administration.
In
fact, these lands have been home to the Nunatsiavut and their
predecessors for over 7,500 years. We are honored to explore this
majestic wilderness territory with you. Torngat, in Inuktitut, means
“place of the spirits,” which reflects the
spiritual significance of the region to the Inuit communities. As a
national park, this wilderness domain offers protection to boreal
woodland caribou, black bears, Labrador wolves, red and Arctic foxes,
polar bears, and peregrine falcons, among other species.
You
will have incredible opportunities to explore this national wilderness
area during helicopter, Zodiac and kayaking excursions, and guided
hikes.
Day
11 & 12: At Sea: Observing the ever-changing terrain
As
we continue sailing, take note of the ever-changing landscapes and
scenery throughout your 2,500-nautical mile voyage. We’ve
progressed from a pristine tundra environment in the arctic, then down
along the rocky, big-walled coast of baffin island, to the
wind-battered coastal forests of newfoundland and labrador.
Day
13: L'Anse Aux Meadows National Historic Site: Viking and Norse history
As
we sail toward L’Anse Aux Meadows National Historic Site on
the northern tip of Newfoundland, consider the differences in modern
and ancient marine vessels. Today, you’re comfortably
ensconced on the state-of-the-art Ultramarine, a beautifully designed
ship with helicopters, quick-launch Zodiacs, a sauna and spa, dining
areas surrounded by glass, high-tech presentation spaces, cabins with
the best of amenities, and a wide array of exciting off-ship adventure
options. Then consider the wooden longboats that transported the
Vikings an incredible 2,180 kilometres from Greenland to Newfoundland
in 1000 AD. Today, you’re going to visit the archeological
remains of where they landed in their hand-hewn vessels.
L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site (also a recognized
UNESCO World Heritage Site) is the only confirmed Norse or Viking
settlement in North America.
Enjoy
a guided tour to see where Norseman Leif Erikson, son of Erik the Red,
is believed to have founded “Vinland” (the East
Coast area including what would later be known as Newfoundland) around
1000 AD. Explore the reconstructed sod huts and Norse ruins throughout
the historic site-proof that Vikings discovered North America 500 years
before Christopher Columbus’s much-chronicled arrival.
Day
14: At Sea: The music continues
Enjoy
another evening of kitchen party music performed by our guest artists.
If you haven’t already, seize the opportunity when the
musicians take a break to inquire about the various musical traditions
of Newfoundland and Labrador, particularly the origins of kitchen party
music. Also, try to spend time with the expedition team, all of whom
are polar experts with vast expertise they’re always eager to
share.
Day
15: Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Experience
the traditional culture of France during our visit to the islands of
Saint Pierre and Miquelon. This small archipelago, only 20 kilometers
from Newfoundland, is the only French territory on the North American
continent. We’ll disembark in the colorful and vibrant port
town of Saint-Pierre, where we can stroll along the seaside, sample
French patisseries and enjoy the café scene. Get a taste of
Europe where you least expect it.
While
Europeans have had a presence on the tiny archipelago since the early
17th-century, the islands are traditional territory of the
Mi’kmaq, the Indigenous people who first appeared in Atlantic
Canada 10,000 years ago. The Mi’kmaq culture thrives
throughout Eastern Canada.
Day
16: Onward Flights
Your
ship arrives at the pier in St. John’s for a morning
disembarkation. After breakfast, you may make your way to St.
John’s International Airport to connect with your homeward
flight, or stay longer if you have booked additional accommodation
Ultramarine (Luxury Expedition, 199-guests)
Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and immerse you in the best the region has to offer. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features a best-in-class 70-day operational range and an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Specialist
Expedition Leaders
Our
team is comprised of the most professional and passionate Expedition
Leaders in the world, who bring a wide range of experience and
expertise to every adventure.
Immersive
Off-ship Activities
Itineraries
are packed with adventure options designed to immerses travelers in the
polar wilderness, enabling them to connect with the natural wonders of
their surroundings.
On-Ship
Experiences & Facilities
Designed
for comfort and adventure, each ship accommodates no more than 200
guests. Facilities include comfortable cabins, exceptional dining
options, wellness treatments, and breathtaking panoramic views of the
polar landscape.
Food
& Beverages
Premium
dining, with a wide selection of options that accommodate a variety of
dietary preferences.
Quark
Expedition Perks
Complementary
Wi-Fi, alcohol on all voyages, and the Official Quark Expeditions parka
to take home.
Transfers
Select
voyages include essential transportation and accommodation arrangements
for guests, ensuring seamless travel to and from the expedition
starting point.
What's
Not Included
International
airfare & visa expenses, travel insurance, mandatory expedition
gear, on-ship expenses, adventure options and trip extensions are not
included.
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
- Flightseeing
- Hiking
- Photography
- Polar
Plunge
- Zodiac
Cruising
Optional Activities
- Paddling
Excursion: USD 295
