Barry Griffiths and Geoff Carpentier have just returned from a scouting trip to one of the most exciting natural destinations in the world - Borneo. The newest tour in Quest's extensive worldwide nature tour program.
They report that, during their all too brief trip, they saw (up close and personal) over a dozen species of mammals including Orang Utans, Proboscis Monkeys, Maroon Langurs and Pig-tailed Macaques.
In addition, over 100 avian species appeared in their binoculars including Bornean Bristlehead, Rhinoceros Hornbill, Stork-billed Kingfisher and Spectacled Spiderhunter. Apparently the early mornings and late afternoons produced some of the best birding of their lives.
Now that they have put the final touches to the itinerary, you can be assured that this brand-new Quest trip will be one of the most unique and exciting offerings ever.
You won't want to miss this trip to one of the last remaining reserves of lowland rainforest in Borneo. Join Geoff Carpentier in September 2008, and let him introduce you to some of the finest flora and fauna in the world...
The High Arctic: An Expedition to Canada's Arctic and Greenland
The High Arctic: An Expedition to Canada's Arctic and Greenland
Cost: from US$4795/C$5035
(Main Deck Triple) from Ottawa 2008 Departure Wed. Aug. 13 - Tues. Aug 26 2009 Departure Fri. Aug. 14 - Tues. Aug 25
Award winning artist Sharon MacKinnon paints in acrylic, encaustic and watercolour. Sharon has over twenty-five years teaching experience and is and elected member of the Society of Canadian Artists.
Sharon ran a very successful series of watercolour workshops for interested passengers on our recent 2005 High Arctic voyage.
Brian Ratcliff - Quest naturalist
Brian is a wildlife biologist who has worked with owls in Ontario, caribou surveys in the Yukon, and Peregrine Falcon rehabilitation and release programs. Brian has led previous Quest trips to Churchill, Cuba and Antarctica. A skilled leader and interpreter, he lives near Lake Superior.
Audrey has been working for Quest's for five years, and is currently the Sales Team Leader. Her expertise has been developed as a participant in a number of our voyages of discovery. Her clients appreciate her attention to detail and her friendly, professional approach.
Journey to the Sea of Ice
For the past ten Arctic summers, Quest expeditioners have been exploring the remote waters and coastlines of Canada and Greenland and, throughout those years, have had some marvelous polar adventures and sightings.
Arrive in Resolute Bay / Return charter flight to Ottawa / Overnight
Day 14
Depart Ottawa
Tour Information
Leader:
Brian Ratcliff and Expedition Staff
Length:
14 Days
Limit:
110 passenger ship
Departing:
Resolute Bay
Cost:
US$4795/C$5035
Deposit:
10% or US$750/C$785 (which ever is greater)
The Charter flight :
US$1650 / C$ 1615
Note:
Please Note:
1. The charter flight cost, from Ottawa to Resolute Bay and return, will be approx. US$1650 or approx. C$1730. This air cost is not included in the cruise cost.
2. All Port Dues and Taxes are included.
3. Gratuities are not included.
4. The volatility in global oil prices may result in a fuel surcharge for both the cruise and flight costs.
5. Weather, ice, or other conditions may necessitate changes to our itinerary and alteration to certain shore excursions.
2008 Departure
Wed. Aug. 13 - Tues. Aug 26
2009 Departure
Fri. Aug. 14 - Tues. Aug 25
Tel.: 416-633-5666 Fax: 416-633-8667 Toll
free in North America: 1-800-387-1483
