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This expedition follows old muskoxen and caribou trails from tidewater on the western slope up over the height of land to the stunning fjordland of the east coast. An outstanding vista unfolds on route with great glaciers pouring into the pass straight from neighbouring icecaps. Scattered herds of muskoxen roam and graze on tundra grasslands at the foot of the glaciers, while Arctic hare stretch up on their hind legs for a better view as we pass by. Tundra-nesting shorebirds, jaegers and Red-throated loons are some of the bird life to be encountered, and with luck we may stumble across some of the endangered Peary caribou feeding on carpets of purple saxifrage. An added bonus on this trip is that you will have a resupply midway en route greatly reducing the amount of weight in provisions that you carry. The drama of this rugged High Arctic landscape leaves you awestruck and inspired to photograph, observe and explore "the land that never melts."
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| Season: July 4, 2008 to July 19, 2008 |
| Requirements: Sleeping bag and pad, backpack. |
| Suggested Items: Daypack, sunglasses, camera, sunscreen, water bottle, pocketknife. |
| Suggested Clothing: Warm clothing to suit a variety of temperatures. Rain gear, long pants, fleece or wool clothing, gloves, hat, warm jacket, wool socks. |
| Difficulty: Intermediate |
| Maximum Number of People: 10 |
| Equipment Provided: Camping equipment and tents are included.
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| Transportation: Trips originate and end in Resolute Bay, Nunavut. Package includes flight from Resolute to Ellesmere Island. Resolute Bay is accessible by air from Edmonton, Alberta or Ottawa, Ontario. |
| Accommodations: Accommodations in tent camps along the route. |
| Meal Information: All meals are included. Your guides take pride in providing gourmet menus, and always receive rave reviews about the nutritious and delicious food provided. |
| Guide Information: Your guides are seasoned expedition leaders trained in wilderness first aid, who care deeply about the areas in which they guide. While safety is their first and foremost priority, their aim is to ensure that everyone has a trip of a lifetime. You will find them to be great companions, and as wildlife biologists and naturalists, they provide a unique element of natural history interpretation and cultural education for each trip. |
| Weather Information: 24 hours of daylight. Cool and dry conditions are normal summer weather on Ellesmere, but be prepared for sudden temperature fluctuations. |
| Trip Duration |
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15 days
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$7900.00* per person
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax
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