Northwest Passage: "In the Footsteps of Franklin"
M/V Ocean Adventurer
August 27, 2018 - September 10, 2018
Quark Expeditions
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Northwest Passage: "In the Footsteps of Franklin"
August 27, 2018 - September 10, 2018
M/V Ocean Adventurer --- Captain: Nicolay Tililyuk
Quark Expeditions --- Expedition Leader: Alison Kirk-Lauritsen,
Actual itinerary
Excerpts from the Voyage Journal
Cruising through the maze-like, icy channels of the legendary Northwest Passage is like sailing deep into the history of the High Arctic. On this immersive 17-day expedition through the fabled sea route, you’ll explore the same landscapes and waters that have enchanted adventurers for hundreds of years, tracing their footsteps. Pay your respects at the final resting places of explorers. Visit traditional Inuit communities, and bone up on ancient cultures at remote historical sites. Learn about the whaling heyday of the 1800s and, if you’re lucky, spot present-day whales frolicking in their natural surroundings. On this active adventure, Zodiac, kayaking and hiking excursions make it easier than ever to encounter the unique wildlife that call this mysterious realm of dramatic fjords, glaciers and mountains home.
The Ocean Adventurer is a comfortable vessel with spacious cabins, which all have private bathroom facilities and exterior views. Designed to carry travelers in comfort to the most remote corners of the world, Ocean Adventurer was built in 1976, and underwent extensive upgrades in 2017. This multi-million dollar investment included renovations to the interior of the ship, significant technical upgrades, and the addition of a new cabin category, the Owner’s Suites. The refurbishment gave the ship new bathrooms in every cabin, and upgrades to the Lounge, Dining Room, gym, and suites. Technical enhancements – including two new engines, generators, gear boxes, drive systems, and re-bladed propellers – resulted in increased fuel efficiency, and a minimized carbon footprint.
Ship Specifications
• Staff and Crew: 97
• Guests: 103
• Length: 101.1 meters
• Breadth: 16.2 meters
• Draft: 4.5 meters
• Propulsion: Rolls Royce Diesel Twin Engines, 6 cylinder, 5400 horsepower
• Ice Class: 1A
• Cruising Speed: 12 knots, in open water
• Registration: Bahamas
• Lifeboats: 4, partially-enclosed
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