Prices & Whats Included

Rate:
US $ 9,980 per person, double occupancy.
Single occupancy at hotels (2 nights Ottawa / 1 night Resolute) add $150USD.

Flight Ottawa-Resolute-Ottawa additional. Price approximately $1350USD (using Canadian Dollar/US Dollar exchange rates at the time of writing).

What's included:
Two nights accommodation in our hotel in Ottawa; one night accommodation in our hotel in Resolute; six nights accommodations at Ice Station Beechey; all meals with the exception of two dinners at our hotel which are indicated in the itinerary as being on your own account; all group activities, two-three dives in a submersible as outlined on the itinerary; services of our expedition staff including lectures, briefings and slide/film shows; group transfers; round-trip chartered flight to and from Resolute Bay and Ice Station Beechey.

What's not included:
Air transportation to/from home city gateway and Resolute; airport arrival and departure taxes; any meals indicated in the itinerary as being on your own account; excess baggage charges; independent transfers for individual arrivals and departures; personal items such as laundry, bar charges, phone/email charges; insurance; passport and visa fees; gratuities to staff.

Airfare:
Please note that the airfare to/from your home destination to Ottawa, and the airfare Ottawa/Resolute/Ottawa are not included in the expedition price. It is the individual's responsibility to book fares to connect with the group travel booked from Ottawa to Resolute.

Note:
All rates are per person, quoted in US dollars, and must be paid in US dollars. Rates are subject to Governmental taxes, if applicable. Rates and itinerary are subject to change.

What to expect:
Adding to this intriguing adventure is the unique experience of actually living on the ice. Specially built for the rigors of arctic exploration, a series of special accommodations provide warm, comfortable accommodation, that are appointed appropriately for their expedition use. Separate restroom facilities are available for men and women. Expedition members gather at a central dining area for hearty meals. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will include good selections of wholesome foods.

Activities:
For most activities, a relatively low level of exertion is required. You will need to climb in and out of the submersible; staff and crewmembers will be on hand to assist. The interior of the submersible is relatively comfortable. A few of our excursions may have rough, uneven terrain covered with ice or snow. As expedition team members, be prepared for everything. You will enjoy the remarkable opportunities this expedition offers if you travel with a spirit of adventure.

Weather:
During this time period, temperatures in the Arctic Circle remain below freezing. Although it is light most of the time, lowest temperatures generally occur between midnight and 7:00am. Dress very warmly and in layers, allowing a natural level of air between your clothing and your body. Facilities for many of our activities are protected and are within short walking distances so long exposure to the elements can be avoided, although certain individuals may opt to spend more time outdoors. Outside of Ice Station Beechey, there are no reference points such as trees or buildings, and the distance to walk or travel anywhere is further than it appears. More detailed information will be provided to you prior to departure.

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