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Scotland SlowlyJUNE 14–JUNE 24, 2021

EXPEDITION CRUISE

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PRICING, INCENTIVES, & REGISTRATIONLeague of Adventurers2021 Expedition & Berth PricesIncentivesImportant InformationRegistration Form

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Glasgow

Aberdeen

Kirkwall

Iona

Islay

St. Kilda

Papa Stour

Stornoway

Foula

LEWIS

SKYE

ORKNEYISLANDS

SHETLAND ISLANDS

SCOTLAND

Staffa

Greenock

SCOTLAND SLOWLYJUNE 14–JUNE 24, 2021

Day 1 | Glasgow/GreenockDay 2 | IslayDay 3 | Iona and Staffa Day 4 | SkyeDay 5 | Outer HerbridesDay 6 | St. KildaDay 7 | Isle Of LewisDay 8 | Kirkwall, OrkneyDay 9 | Papa Stour and FoulaDay 10 | AberdeenshireDay 11 | Aberdeen

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Adventure Canada itineraries may be subject to change without notice due to weather, ice, and sea conditions.

JUNE 14–JUNE 24, 2021

Scotland Slowly

• Appreciate Scotland's picturesque shorelines and fascinating maritime heritage

• Wander among monuments at the heart of the Neolithic Ornkey unesco World Heritage Site

• Marvel at the largest collection of prehistoric megalithic structures in western Europe

• Experience island life on Foula in the Shetlands

• View the largest seabird colony in the United Kingdom at the cliffs of St. Kilda

• Purchase world-famous Harris Tweed, hand woven from pure virgin wool dyed and spun in the Outer Hebrides

In the isles of Scotland, the past is present. Music, dancing, and stories. Rugged ruins. Ancient villages. Soaring seabirds. Visit mystical, coastal Scotland by ship!

HIGHLIGHTS

Scotland, like good whisky, is best savoured slowly. Nature and culture thrive on the isles. Hear music and stories. Revel in wildlife. Absorb the scenery. Immerse yourself in history.

Explore in comfort aboard the Ocean Endeavour. Visit historic Glasgow, the Western Isles, Pentland Firth, Orkney, the Shetland islands, and Aberdeen. Learn from Scottish experts as we go.

Scotland is spectacular in springtime. June is breeding season for birds. Search for whales on a Zodiac outing. Meet the locals and get a glimpse of island life. Raise a dram at world-famous distilleries. Wander among Neolithic ruins. Explore sea caves and bird cliffs. Savour Scotland—slowly.

From $5,995 to $15,595 usd per person (details p.20)

Aboard the Ocean Endeavour (p.12)

Starts: Glasgow, ScotlandEnds: Aberdeen, Scotland

No Charter Flights for this itinerary

EXPEDITION CRUISE

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DAY 1 | GLASGOW/GREENOCK

The bustling metropolis of Glasgow is the economic engine of Scotland—and an architectural delight. After a walking tour we’ll depart via coach, and travel onward to Greenock. Originally a small fishing community, Greenock grew with industrialization and boasts the site of the first dock on the River Clyde. The community has a rich maritime history and was a major shipbuilding and import centre. Here, we'll board the Ocean Endeavour, our home for the next ten nights.


DAY 2 | ISLAY

The Queen of the Hebrides, Islay is the southernmost of the Inner Hebrides. This island lies only forty kilometres from the Irish coast. Islay is a haven for seabirds, thanks to the warming effects of the Gulf Stream.

We will visit Loch Finlaggan historic site, home of the Lords of the Isles and Clan Donald, along with a visit to Gruinart Nature Reserve, a thriving habitat for barnacle goose, hen harriers and corncrakes.

Islay is world-famous for fine whisky, thanks to clear waters, fine peat and barley.

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DAY 3 | IONA AND STAFFA

The isle of Staffa is famed for basaltic formations and numerous caves. The best known of these is Fingal’s Cave, a spectacular geological feature named for the Celtic hero. Originally known in Gaelic as “the melodious cave”, it provided the inspiration for Mendelssohn’s overture, The Hebrides.

St. Columba established his monastery at nearby Iona—the burial place of kings. The restored Iona Abbey complex preserves two outstanding eighth-century crosses and a splendid collection of sculpture.

DAY 4 | SKYE

This is a fabulous day for birders, photographers, and hikers. We will cruise the southwestern shore of Skye to visit Loch Coruisk, a freshwater loch accessed through Loch Scavaig. Here we find one of the finest mountainscapes in Britain, backed by the Cullin Mountains. We will hike the western shore and revel in the view.

DAY 5 | OUTER HERBRIDES

At times referred to as the Long Isle or the Western Isles, the Outer Hebrides are a fantastic collection of over 100 islands 70km off Scotland’s west coast. Known today as a leader in renewable energy and a Gaelic stronghold, The Outer Hebrides have a colourful history. Here we find the oldest evidence of human habitation in Scotland with Pictish, Norse and Scots influence. We’ll search out the rich marine and bird life of the islands as conditions permit.


DAY 6 | ST. KILDA

The archipelago known as St. Kilda was inhabited until 1930. Today, St. Kilda is a World Heritage Site, protecting fascinating ruins as well as natural heritage features.

Seabirds thrive on the island of Hirta—notably, puffins, fulmars, and the largest gannet colony in Britain (and the second-largest in the world). Hirta is also home to feral sheep left by the departing islanders. Enormous cliffs offer dramatic ocean views for our hikers!

DAY 7 | ISLE OF LEWIS

Lewis is the largest of the Hebridean Islands and a Gaelic stronghold. Harris Tweed has its headquarters on Lewis. Its product is hand woven exclusively in the Outer Hebrides by weavers working at home. We’ll visit Stornoway, the island’s capital.

On the west side of Lewis is Callanish, one of Britain’s most important Stone Age sites. Callanish’s standing stones are said to be giants who were punished by St. Kieran for refusing to convert to Christianity.

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DAY 8 | KIRKWALL, ORKNEY

Kirkwall is dominated by the massive Magnus Cathedral, dating from 1137. This is the final resting place of the famed Orcadian Arctic explorer, John Rae.

We’ll visit the Heart of Neolithic Orkney, a unesco World Heritage site. Here, we’ll find the 4,000-year-old Ring of Brodgar and The Hall of Clestrain, the childhood home of John Rae!

DAY 9 | PAPA STOUR AND FOULA

Marine and bird life flourish at Papa Stour among cliffs, caves, sea stacks, and blowholes. We will have a morning zodiac cruise exploring the coastline’s rugged beauty!

Twenty-three kilometres west of the Shetland Islands, Foula is the most remote inhabited island in the UK. Here, a few dozen folk make their homes, many preserving traditional methods of agriculture and subsistence. Arctic terns, red-throated divers, and great skuas may be found here.

DAY 10 | ABERDEENSHIRE

Scotland’s northeast coast features seaside towns, rolling fields, stunning coastlines and countless historic points of interest. The gentle landscape makes it perfect for walking and exploring by foot. We’ll spend our day exploring the vibrant region outside of Aberdeen.

DAY 11 | ABERDEEN

The Ocean Endeavour arrives in Aberdeen in the morning. You may choose to extend your stay in Scotland on your own or make your way home from here.


The Ocean EndeavourSHIPS

Capacity: 198 passengersLength: 137 metres (450 ft.)Registry: Bahamas

The Ocean Endeavour is the perfect vessel for expedition cruising. Outfitted with twenty Zodiacs, advanced navigation equipment, multiple lounges, and a top deck observation room, she is purpose-built for passenger experiences in remote environments. The Ocean Endeavour boasts a 1B ice class, enabling her to explore throughout the Arctic summer. Launched in 1982, she has had numerous upgrades, most recently in 2016.

At 137 metres in length, the Ocean Endeavour has plenty of interior and exterior space. Ample deck space offers comfortable lounge chairs, a swimming pool, two saunas, and a hot tub. The spacious interior allows for varied workshops and presentations to occur simultaneously. The three lounges aboard the Ocean Endeavour are optimal locations for seminars, events, parties, and conversation.

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CATEGORY 1 | QUAD

Deck four: Interior cabin, four lower berths, private bath — approx. 240 sq. ft.

CATEGORY 5 MAIN TWIN

Deck five: Picture window, unobstructed view; two lower berths, private bath — approx. 115 sq. ft.

CATEGORY 4 EXTERIOR TWIN

Deck four: Porthole window, unobstructed view; two lower berths, private bath — approx. 100 sq. ft. (Twin) / 90 sq. ft. (Single)

CATEGORY 8 SUPERIOR TWIN

Deck five: (two picture windows, unobstructed view; two lower berths, sitting area — approx. 210 sq. ft.), deck seven forward: (forward-facing picture windows, unobstructed; matrimonial bed — approx. 180 sq. ft.), private bath with full tub, deck seven midship: (picture windows, partial obstruction; matrimonial bed — approx. 190 sq. ft.) private bath, refrigerator

Deck 5

Deck 5

Deck 8 Deck 4

CATEGORY 10 SUITE

Deck seven: forward-facing pic-ture windows, unobstructed view; matrimonial bed, private bath with full tub, refrigerator — approx. 310 sq. ft.

CATEGORY 3 INTERIOR TWIN

Deck five: Interior cabin, two lower berths, private bath — approx. 125 sq. ft. (twin) / 110 sq. ft. (single)

CATEGORY 7 SELECT TWIN

Deck five: (picture windows, unobstructed view; two lower berths, approx. 190 sq. ft.) and deck eight: (oversize windows, partial obstruction matrimonial bed — approx. 145 sq. ft.) private bath, refrigerator

CATEGORY 9 JUNIOR SUITE

Deck five: (picture windows, unobstructed view; matrimonial bed, sitting area — approx. 270 sq. ft.), deck seven forward: (forward-facing picture windows, unobstructed; matrimonial bed, sitting area — approx. 290 sq. ft.), private bath with full tub, refrigerator

CATEGORY 2 TRIPLE

Deck four: Interior cabin, three lower berths, two private baths — approx. 200 sq. ft

CATEGORY 6 COMFORT TWIN

Deck four: (two porthole windows, unobstructed view; two lower berths — approx. 175 sq. ft.), deck seven: (picture window, partial obstruction; two lower berths — approx. 135 sq. ft.), and deck eight: (picture windows, obstructed view; matrimonial bed — approx. 160 sq. ft.) private bath, refrigerator

Sailing aboard our ice-class expedition vessel is engaging and exciting, featuring an unparalleled mix of discovery, learning, and fun. Above all, expedition life means true adaptability; each day features unique programming, and there’s something for everyone! There’s never a shortage of things to do—from lively talks, workshops, and presentations, to trivia nights, concerts, singalongs, theme dinners, and dances. Enjoy the onboard spa, pool, and hot tub; get the blood flowing in the health club and gym;

enjoy a therapeutic massage, a yoga class, or a quiet sauna after a day out in the Zodiacs. Top it all off with unbeatable gourmet food—and the rush of a polar plunge! Travelling aboard the Ocean Endeavour is an experience like no other: all the comforts of a boutique hotel, at sea in some of the world's most remote environments!

Life Aboard the Ocean Endeavour

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The Ocean Endeavour is purpose-built for passenger comfort and safety, and tailored to the unique needs of expedition travel—making her the perfect gateway to the ultimate adventure.

A back-deck BBQ feast

Seminars with Parks Canada expertsThroat singing demonstration with Inuit culturalists

Photography: Kristian Bogner, Dennis Minty, Andre Gallant, and Vladimir Rajevac

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Program Enhancements Aboard the Ocean Endeavour

Qajaq/Kayak

Explore at water level in small groups with our experienced kayak guides. We offer both single and double kayaks, as well as the essential gear for safety and comfort. On select Arctic expeditions, opportunities to experience paddling in a traditional Inuit qajaq may be available.

Biking

Experience communities and landscapes at your own pace! For fitness enthusiasts and independent explorers, we carry a fleet of Kona mountain bikes. These multi-geared, all-purpose bikes are available during select community excursions.

Expedition Jackets

You will receive a free expedition jacket to keep you protected from the elements. Designed specifically for expedition travel, your jacket is waterproof and windproof. This jacket is yours to keep as a coveted and useful memento of your adventure.

We’re pleased to provide the following optional program enhancements to help you make the very most of every day—in your own way!

PAID

PAID

©Craig Minielly

FREE

©Michelle Valberg

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The Callanish Stones ©Dennis Minty

Nikon Camera Trial Program

Travellers aboard Ocean Endeavour expeditions will be able to use precision, professional-quality photography equipment courtesy

of the onboard Nikon Camera Trial Program. Together, we empower our passengers to create truly dynamic images and tell vibrant stories.

Select Adventure Canada expeditions feature Nikon Canada Ambassadors, some of the most talented and influential visual artists working in the business today—gifted, spirited storytellers who go above and beyond, admired for their passion, energy, and commitment to their craft.

What could be better than learning from the best, in the best environments, while using the best equipment?

FREE

Travel with Photographers and Nikon Canada Ambassadors

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League of Adventurers

At Adventure Canada, we know that you—our beloved travellers—are our best advocates. To thank you for sailing with us again and again, we are proud to announce the League of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program—dedicated to helping our longtime friends get the very best out of their expeditions.

LOYALTY REWARDS PROGRAM

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NEW

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Voyager | 2–5 Expeditions

League of Adventurers Boarding Package

5% discount on berth costs*

Exclusive League of Adventurers newsletter, with early notification of upcoming promotions and trips

Exclusive Voyager gift on your 2nd–5thexpedition

5% onboard gift shop discount

+ Commemorative gift

Explorer | 6+ Expeditions

League of Adventurers Boarding Package

10% discount on berth costs**

Exclusive League of Adventurers newsletter, with early notification of upcoming promotions and trips

Exclusive Explorer gift on your 6th+ expedition

10% onboard gift shop discount

+ Commemorative gift

* When booking your 2nd–5th shipboard

expedition operated by Adventure Canada

** When booking your 6th+ shipboard

expedition operated by Adventure Canada

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Proof of Passage required; terms and conditions apply.

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2021 Expedition PricesALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON AND IN US DOLLARS

TRIP DAYSCHARTER FLIGHTS

CABIN CLASS CATEGORIES

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

SCOTLAND SLOWLYJUN. 14–JUN. 24 , 2021

11 — $15,595 $14,595 $13,595 $12,595 $11,595 $10,595 $9,595 $8,295 $6,995 $5,995

Ocean Endeavour

EXPEDITION COSTS INCLUDE:

*Passage aboard the Ocean Endeavour *Applicable taxes and Credit card fees *Complimentary Expedition jacket *Contribution to Adventure Canada's Discovery Fund *Special access permits, entry and park fees *Team of expedition staff *Guided activities *Sightseeing and community visits *All Zodiac excursions *Port fees *Pre-departure materials *Educational program *Nikon Camera Trial Program *Interactive workshops *Evening entertainment *All shipboard meals

Ocean Endeavour

EXPEDITION COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE:

*Commercial & charter flights *Program Enhancements/optional excursions *Gratuities *Personal expenses *Mandatory medical evacuation insurance *Additional expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes *Possible fuel surcharges *Pre- & post-trip hotel accommodation

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Adventurers of all ages are welcome! Our trips are suited for singles (we offer free single supplement), couples, families, and groups!

Available exclusively aboard Ocean Endeavour expeditions Incentives

Family run, friendly for all!

Family Friendly

Multi-trip Promotion

Save 30% under 30

Children four years old and younger pay only for charter airfare—and children two years and younger travel free! Children must be accompanied by a full-fare adult. Can be combined with the League of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program.

Receive 10% off the berth cost when you book more than one Ocean Endeavour expedition in a calendar year. Can be combined with Free Single Supplement promotion and League of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program.

Save 30% on berth cost for travellers under thirty years of age. Can be combined with the League of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program.

Price Guarantee

Free Single Supplement

If Adventure Canada reduces the price of the berth portion of the fare of any expedition more than 120 days prior to departure, previously booked clients may claim the lower rate. For more information, please visitadventurecanada.com/guarantee.

For those who prefer not to share, we have a limited quantity of cabins in category 3 through to category 7 with no single supplement! Once these cabins are sold, the single supplement fee is 1.5 times the berth cost. Single occupancy in categories 8–10 is available at full double-occupancy rates. Can be combined with Multi-Trip Promotion, League of Adventurers Loyalty Rewards Program, and 2021 Early-Bird Incentive. Subject to cabin availability.

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Important Information

ITINERARIESWeather, ice, government regulations, and events be-yond our control may necessitate changes to the itiner-aries and/or the cancellation of certain shore excursions. There may be a planned alternate for your route—please inquire at the time of booking. In the event of itinerary changes, passengers are not entitled to any refund or other compensation. Should the tour be interrupted for any reason, repatriation costs and expenses relating to prepaid travel expenses will be at the sole cost of the traveller. There will be no refund for any portion of the tour already taken. Passengers should purchase full trav-el insurance coverage and refundable air/train tickets. Expedition fees are based on group participation. Should you choose not to take part in any activity or make use of services provided, no refund will be given. Vessels and dates are subject to change.

DISCOVERY FUNDEach area we visit has rich cultural experiences and wild treasures to offer. As guests, we have made a point of sourcing and supporting local projects in the areas through which we travel. An included contribution from each tour fare is given to national, regional, and grass-roots endeavours that support educational, environmen-tal, and cultural initiatives in these regions.

HOW TO REGISTERTo register for an Adventure Canada tour, each partici-pant must complete the registration form and return it to our office with your deposit. THE REGISTRATION FORM IS DOUBLE-SIDED AND YOUR SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED ON THE SECOND PAGE.

International programs and expedition cruise tour fares are priced in US dollars and are per person, per voyage. A $1,000 USD per person deposit is required to register for one of these programs.

By returning the registration form and deposit, you are acknowledging and agreeing to the Terms and Con-ditions and Release required for participation on any Adventure Canada excursion.

All cheques must be made out to Adventure Canada; ask your bank for information on foreign currency.

TOUR FARESPublished prices are based on exchange rates and tariffs in effect at the time of printing (May 2019) and are sub-ject to change without notice. Once the deposit has been received, changes will not be made to the base price. No refund will be given if costs are reduced. Adventure Canada reserves the right to amend all or part of any tour price for any reason including, without limitation: increased fuel costs, airfares, airport charges, or increases in ground operator service fees. If the price increase is more than 7% (except increases resulting from an increase in retail sales tax or Federal Goods and Services Tax or Harmonized Sales Tax) the customer has the right to cancel the contract and obtain a full refund. Quoted tour fees are based on group participation. Occupancy is based on specific cabin types which can vary from vessel to vessel. Please see Sin-gle Travellers section for single occupancy options.

Charter/commercial airfare is not included in the berth price. Please refer to the trip inclusions and exclusions listing for full details.

CURRENCYInternational programs and expedition cruise tour fares are priced in US dollars and are per person, per voyage.

Although we are a Canadian company, most of our expedition cruise operating costs are paid in US dollars. For this reason, expedition cruise tour fares are in US dollars. We will accept Canadian dollars based on current exchange rates; please call for details.

We are not responsible for bank exchange rates on credit card transactions.

PAYMENT POLICYA deposit of $1,000 per person per voyage is required upon booking to confirm participation.

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The balance of the payment is required 120 days prior to your departure date. Adventure Canada reserves the right to cancel reservations if payments are not received in time. Please make cheques payable to: ADVENTURE CANADA.

Please review our Cancellation & Refund Policy for a full outline of our cancellation terms.

As a registered Ontario company, we are licensed to sell travel packages through the Travel Industry Council of Ontario. We are required to keep all customer deposits in Client Trust Accounts and may only use the funds once the trip has begun or to make a deposit to an operator on behalf of the client. Our Client Trust Accounts are sub-ject to audit by a CPA on an annual basis and regularly inspected by TICO auditors.

SINGLE TRAVELLERSSingle accommodations and pricing are specific to indi-vidual tours.

On the Ocean Endeavour, single travellers willing to share their accommodation will be guaranteed the published rate even if a roommate is not available in categories one through seven. There are a limited number of sin-gle-occupancy cabins available in categories 3 through 7 with no single supplement charge. A single supplement charge of 1.5 times the published rate will apply when single cabins are not available. Single occupancy in cate-gory 8–10 available at full double-occupancy rate.

YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATIONAdventure Canada collects personal information from our passengers via secure online account. You are required to provide select medical and personal infor-mation, as well as acknowledgement of select liabilities. Personal information is collected for crew and passenger safety reasons, and by signing up for an adventure, you consent to the collection of the personal information. You may refer to our Privacy Policy at www.adventurecanada.com/privacy.

Prior to your trip, you will be emailed instructions for accessing your online profile through Adventure Cana-da’s website. Please follow the instructions in the email to gain access to your profile. Your profile contains fields for personal details, emergency contact numbers, medical details, dietary information, travel insurance,

and other resources. See below for more details. Com-pletion of this profile IS A PREREQUISITE TO TRAVEL WITH ADVENTURE CANADA. Your profile is private, protected, and confidential.

PASSPORTS & VISASBased on the location of your tour, your current passport must be valid between three (3) and six (6) months be-yond the time of departure. Please check with your Client Service Team for your specific tour. Should your passport be updated, renewed, or changed for any reason after registration, please advise us AS SOON AS POSSIBLE and ensure your air tickets are amended with the new details. Adventure Canada is not responsible for fees or penalties incurred by rebooking flights. Visa-exempt foreign nation-als who travel to OR transit through Canada will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). Exceptions include U.S. citizens and travellers with a valid visa. Please visit the Government of Canada website for more information:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/index.asp

ensure proper travel documents are obtained.

ACTIVITY LEVELAdventure Canada endeavours to accommodate all passengers, subject to the specific itineraries and terrain of our excursions, vessels characteristics and accommo-dations. Adventure Canada tours necessitate that passen-gers be in reasonably good health. Zodiac cruises and transfer times can be lengthy. You must be able to climb stairs between decks on the ship. You must also be able to climb the external gangway stairs to transfer between the ship and the Zodiacs. Our expedition team and ship crew are available to assist you in and out of the Zodiacs, both on shore and at the gangway. Adventure Canada expeditions may involve extensive walking in variable weather conditions over sometimes sandy or uneven terrain. Wherever possible while on shore excursions, we break into smaller, guided groups according to interest and physical ability. This may mean one small group going off on a strenuous, two-hour hike on steep terrain, while another explores the area in and around the landing beach, keeping to relatively level terrain and short distances. Generally speaking, once a few people are ready to return to the ship, the Zodiacs are usually available to take you back at the time of your choosing. To inquire about whether our adventures are suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONSAdventure Canada is committed to extending a high level of customer service to all travellers, including people with disabilities. At the time of booking please contact our Client Services Team to discuss your needs.

ZODIAC CRAFTZodiacs are the favoured means of transportation for shipboard expeditions and, indeed, wherever shallow waters and beaches ring the shoreline. They are stable, versatile craft that cruise at approximately four knots; in windy weather they can make for rather splashy rides. Wet gear is essential for any Zodiac tender, and Zodiac drivers are authorized to refuse embarkation to anyone inappropriately attired. Life preservers are absolutely compulsory and will be provided. Zodiac landings will generally entail disembarking onto rocky or gravelly beaches. The beach landings may be wet, meaning that there may be some spray en route to shore, and that you may have to step into water up to 25 centimetres / 10 inches deep.

MEDICAL FACILITIESPassenger safety is of utmost importance to us. This expedition is intended for persons in good health, and thus our tours may not be suitable for those who are not fit for long trips for any reason, including disability, heart, or other health conditions. Should any such condition become apparent, or should passenger safety become a concern, we reserve the right at our sole discretion to decline embarkation prior to the commencement of the tour or to disembark passengers prior to the completion of the tour. Our vessel is not equipped to handle serious medical conditions. Medical and Emergency Evacuation insurance is mandatory. If you require specific medica-tions, please ensure that you bring a supply adequate to last you for the duration of the journey and take care to properly pack them to ensure safe transport. Once aboard ship, we will be travelling in remote communities where prescriptions cannot be replaced. Select vessels have an onboard doctor; should you require the doctor's services, a consultation and treatment fee will apply. Any charges will be debited from your onboard account. To inquire about whether our tours are suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact us.

GRATUITIESAdventure Canada expedition team and guides do not accept tips.

The procedure for providing a gratuity may differ from tour to tour. Your host will outline this on each tour.

Our ships’ crew work hard to please, and tips are ap-preciated. In fairness to all those who work together to make your trip enjoyable, tips are collected at the end of the voyage and distributed equitably among the crew. Although we leave tip amounts to your discretion, past passengers have asked for a recommended amount. We suggest a rate of $15 USD per day, per passenger.

AIRFAREWhen purchasing your airline tickets to meet us at our point of departure, please ensure that they are change-able or refundable; Adventure Canada is not responsible for missed connections due to late charter flights or changes / delays / interruptions in the ship’s intended itinerary and will not reimburse you for rebooking fees or new ticket charges incurred.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND PASSAGE CONTRACT TICKETThese Terms and Conditions and Passage Contract Ticket (“Terms and Condi-tions”) are entered into between 750207 Ontario Inc., operating as Adventure Canada (Ontario Registration Nos. 0400 1400 / 5002 1860) (“Adventure Canada”) and the passenger (as detailed on the Registration Form).

Adventure Canada is a charterer or sub-charterer of various vessels used for the excursions, including but not limited to:

i. The vessel Ocean Endeavour chartered from Endeavour Partners Ltd. as owners thereunder;

(Collectively, the “Vessel” and the “Owners” respectively)

In accepting these Terms and Conditions, the passenger is agreeing that these Terms and Conditions constitute the contract and the ticket for the excursion with Adventure Canada. These Terms and Conditions shall also apply to:

i. the Vessel, or any substituted ship; ii. the Vessel’s Owners; iii. the Tour Providers; and iv. with respect to the land tour portion the operator of that land your (‘LTO’)

together with the Vessel owners, managers, and charterers, as well as their sub-contractors, affiliates, successors and assigns of the entities identified in sub-sections (i), (ii) (iii) and (iv) of this sentence. These Terms and Conditions shall also apply to the directors, employees, agents, crew or pilots of the entities identified in the preceding sentence.

Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the releases, exclusions and limitations of liability set forth in the provisions of these Terms and Conditions, as well as all rights, defenses or immunities set forth herein, shall also apply to and be for the benefit of agents, independent contractors, concessionaires and suppliers of Adventure Canada, as well as owners and operators of all shoreside properties at which the Vessel or may call, as well as Owners, operators, manag-ers, charterers, designers, installers, suppliers and manufacturers of the Vessel, or any component parts of either, together with the employees and servants of each of the foregoing, and/or any launches, craft, Zodiacs or facilities of any kind belonging to or provided by any of the entities identified in this paragraph.

The parties to whom these Terms and Conditions apply as listed above shall col-lectively be referred to as the “Benefiting Party or Benefiting Parties”.

Certain Tour Providers will request that the passenger complete a separate reg-istration form for their trip in which case the terms and conditions set out in such registration forms, including any releases, limitation and exclusions of liability will supplement the Terms and Conditions set out herein, and in the event of any conflict, the terms and conditions set out in the separate registration forms will take precedence over the Terms and Conditions, however strictly as regards the Tour Provider. RELEASE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITYOn tours which embark, disembark or call at any port in the United States, Adven-ture Canada and the Owners and other Benefiting Party shall be entitled to all the exemptions from and limitations of liability provided in or authorized by the laws

of the United States (includingtitle 46, United States Code Sections 30501 through 30509 and 30511). On all other tours, Adventure Canada and the Owners and other Benefiting Party shall be entitled to any and all liability limitations, immunities and rights applicable to it under the “Athens Convention Relating to the Carriage of Passengers and their Luggage by Sea” of 1974, as amended by the “Protocol to the Athens Convention Relating to the Carriage of Passengers and their Luggage by Sea” of 1990 (“Ath-ens Convention”). In all other situations, the passenger further agrees that neither Adventure Canada, its owners, officers, directors, agents, contractors (including, without limitation, the Owners and the Vessel or other conveyance used in carry-ing out the tour) and other Benefiting Party and their respective employees shall have any liability or responsibility whatsoever for damages to or loss of property, loss of services, or injury or wrongful death or any other loss, expense, damage, delay or inconvenience which may besustained or which may be incurred by reason of, or while engaged on, any Adven-ture Canada tour, whether due to or caused by Adventure Canada’s or the Owners’ and other Benefiting Party`s ownership, maintenance, use, operation or control of any manner of Vessel or other conveyance used in carrying out the tour; (ii) the use of transportation or other services by owners, operators, or public carriers for whom Adventure Canada acts only as agent and for whom Adventure Canada is not responsible; (iii) passenger’s lack of proper travel documentation (such as visas, passports, etc.); (iv) any act, omission or event occurring during the time that passengers are not aboard Adventure Canada or the Owners’ or other Benefiting Party Vessel or conveyances; (v) any act of war, insurrection, revolt or other civil uprising or military action occurring in the countries of origin, destination or pas-sage, or changes caused by sickness, weather, strike, quarantine or other causes beyond the control of Adventure Canada or the Owners or other Benefiting Party or (vi) defects or failures of any aircraft, Vessel, automotive vehicle or other equip-ment or instrumentality under the control of independent suppliers. Notwithstand-ing the foregoing, should for any reason, Adventure Canada, the Owners or other Benefiting Party or Parties be found liable for any matter, their maximum liability, for any reason whatsoever, howsoever caused, will be limited to the amount paid by the passenger to Adventure Canada for its services. Without limitation, Adven-ture Canada, Owners and other Benefiting Part are not responsible for any negli-gent acts, or acts which are beyond their control, including but not limited to acts of God or force majeure, weather emergencies, breakdown, or failure of diving or mechanical equipment, government actions, inclement weather, sickness, attacks by animals, availability of medical care or the adequacy of the same, criminal activity of any kind, terrorism, war, civil disturbance, sanitary conditions, quality or sanitation of food, quarantine, customs, regulations, epidemics, strikes, hotel overbooking, safety and/or security standards at hotels or other accommodations, or for any other reason beyond the control of Adventure Canada, Owners or other Benefiting Party.Unless otherwise provided for in these Terms and Conditions, the passenger hereby waives any claim it may have against Adventure Canada, its owners, officers, directors, agents, contractors (including, without limitation, The Owners and any Vessel or other conveyance used in carrying out the tour ) and other Benefiting Party and their respective employees for any such damage, loss or injury. The passenger specifically understands and agrees that the passenger is releasing, discharging and waiving any claims or actions that the passenger may have presently or in the future for the negligent acts or conduct of Adventure Canada, its owners, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors (including, without limitation, the carrier), the Owners or other Benefiting Party and/or their respective employees. Regardless of the situation or circumstances giving rise to a claim, the passenger waives any right to seek indirect, special, consequential, punitive or exemplary damages against Adventure Canada, its owners, officers,

I / We understand that

pricing is in US dollars. I / We understand that final payment is due 120 days before departure.

I / We agree that all submitted passenger details will be viewable by all persons on this registration / reservation.

I / We have read, signed, and agreed to the Terms and Conditions.

DATE: D A Y / M O N T H / Y E A R

DATE: D A Y / M O N T H / Y E A RSignature Required for Passenger 1

Signature Required for Passenger 2

Please call to confirm availability before sending in completed registration form. Complete and sign both pages of the Registration Form and return with payment to: Adventure Canada, 55 Woodlawn Avenue, Mississauga, ON, L5G 3K7, Canada OR fax 905.271.5595 OR email [email protected]

directors, agents, contractors (including, without limitation, the carrier), Owners or and other Benefiting Party, and their respective employees, for any reason what-soever. In case of a medical problem arising during the voyage, either on board or on shore, which results in costs for evacuation, use of aircraft or repatriation, the responsibility for payment of these costs belongs solely to the passenger

COMPENSATIONCompensation for personal injury is limited in accordance with the provisions of any applicable International Conventions. These include, for example, in the course of road travel, air travel, rail travel, sea travel, or hotel accommodation and are limited to the provisions of, respectively, the Geneva Convention 1973, the Warsaw Conven-tion as amended by The Hague Protocol 1955, the 1999 Montreal Convention, the 1961 Berne Convention, the 1974 Athens Convention and the 1962 Paris Convention.

EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY/PARTICIPATIONThe passenger hereby certifies that he/she does not have a mental, physical, or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for him/her or other pas-sengers that he/she has not disclosed to Adventure Canada. The passenger agrees to honestly complete the personal information request from Adventure Canada via its website or by requesting paper copies, prior to departure. Adventure Canada reserves the right to request further information from the passenger’s physician to which the passenger hereby provides his/her consent. The passenger clear-ly understands that the liability of Adventure Canada, Owners and oth-er Benefiting Parties is definitively limited as aforesaid. The passenger has carefully read the Terms and Conditions set out herein as well as the materials regarding the tour provided by Adventure Canada and is aware that such tour involves the risk of personal injury or death and damage or loss of property. The passenger also acknowledges that risk and dangers may be caused by the negligence of Adventure Canada, its owners, directors, employees, contractors, officers or agents, or that of Owners or any other Benefiting Party, or the negligence or participation of other participants. The passenger is aware of and acknowledges that risk and dangers may arise from foreseeable and un-foreseeable causes, including weather and other acts of nature. The passenger acknowledges that the aforementioned risks, dangers and hazards are a potential in connection with recreational activities which may take place during the pas-senger’s tour. In consideration of the benefits to be derived from participation in the tour, the passenger voluntarily accepts all risk of personal injury or death and property damage or other loss arising from participation on the tour and hereby agrees that he/she and his/her dependents, heirs, executors, administrators, legal personal representatives, successors and assigns, do release and hold harmless Adventure Canada and its owners, employees, officers, directors, agents, contrac-tors, trustees and representatives, Owners and other Benefiting Party from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, illness, personal injury, death or property damage or loss, however caused, arising from or related to this tour. The passenger has read carefully these Terms and Conditions, and will abide by the conditions set by Adventure Canada and in the Terms and Conditions hereof or elsewhere published. The passenger affirms that he/she has not received or relied on any oral or written representation of Adventure Canada as a basis for agreeing to the release contained in these Terms and Conditions, and acknowledges that they have had the opportunity to seek independent legal advice prior to entering this contract.

Adventure Canada and the Owners and other Benefiting Parties shall be entitled to inspect passengers and their luggage for security purposes and the passenger hereby acknowledges that this may involve a physical search of the passenger and/or his/her property.

Should any passenger not arrive on board the Vessel at a scheduled time of depar-ture, Adventure Canada, Owners and other Benefiting Parties shall have no liability for any delay or interruption in planned itinerary of the Vessel and Adventure Can-ada shall have the right, but shall not be obliged, to continue with the cruise on its planned itinerary.

EXCLUSIVE GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTIONThese Terms and Conditions and any actions and proceeding brought hereunder shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the laws of Canada applicable therein without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any action or legal proceeding to enforce any provision hereof, or based on any right arising out of, these terms and conditions shall be exclusively in the courts of the City of Toron-to, in the Province of Ontario, and all of the parties hereto hereby consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and of the appropriate appellate courts in any such action or legal proceeding and waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction in connection therewith.

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICYAll requests for cancellations must be received in writing. Upon Adventure Canada receiving a written notice of cancellation at least 120 days prior to the scheduled date of departure, the passenger shall receive a full refund of its tour fees, less an administrative penalty of $500 USD per person. If a written notice of cancellation is received by Adventure Canada between 91 and 120 days prior to the scheduled

date of departure, the passenger shall receive a refund of 35% of its tour fees. Please note that within the 90-day limit, all fees, deposits and tariffs received by Adventure Canada are forfeited. For these and other reasons mentioned below, passengers are strongly advised to obtain trip cancellation insurance at the time of deposit. No refunds shall be made to passengers who do not participate in any part of, or otherwise do not complete, the tour for any reason whatsoever.

CANCELLATION DATE PENALTY REFUND – INCLUDE CHART

DELAYS & INTERRUPTIONIn the event of a delay, whether before or after embarkation, passengers will be responsible for all costs and expenses associated therewith, including, without limitation, any additional food, lodging, transportation costs, or charge fees re-sulting from such delay. Should the tour be interrupted for any reason repatriation costs and expenses relating to prepaid travel expenses will be at the sole cost of the passenger. There will be no refund for any portion of the tour already taken. Adventure Canada recommends that the passenger obtains full travel insurance coverage and purchases refundable air/train tickets.

INSURANCEDue to the nature of the tour in which the passenger will be participating, passen-gers should have in place prior to departure, comprehensive insurance coverage including without limitation medical, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation and interruption, accident and baggage insurance. It is the responsibility of the passen-ger to secure insurance for the level of protection they desire. Emergency Medical and Evacuation Insurance is mandatory forparticipation in all Adventure Canada expeditions and may be purchased through Adventure Canada at the time of booking and onward. Evidence of policy docu-mentation will be required prior to embarkation or the beginning of the excursion. All passengers must carry a minimum of $75,000 USD per person emergency medical and evacuation coverage. This may not cover the full cost of a medical emergency. Additional expenses are the full responsibility of the passenger. Any losses sustained by the passenger as a result of the passenger failing to obtain proper insurance coverage shall be the sole responsibility of the passenger. For full coverage, including cancellation coverage prior to departure, passengers are strongly recommended to obtain travel insurance. As the passenger firms up their travel plans the passenger may insure additional trip related expenses (for example commercial airfare, accommodations, pre and post excursions and discrepancies in currency), please contact your client services specialist to do so.

BAGGAGEBaggage is solely at the passenger’s risk and expense. Baggage is limited to a max-imum weight of 20 Kg or 44 lbs for all excursions involving an Adventure Canada charter flight. Also, commercial airline luggage allowance differs from carrier to carrier; please check with the passenger’s airline for current standards and weight restrictions. Excess baggage is not permitted on charter flights. Any excess bag-gage charges for commercial flights are the responsibility of the passenger. Pas-senger’s baggage is restricted to suitcases and hand luggage of such size and type as can comfortably and safely be stored in the passenger’s cabins. Cabin trunks are not acceptable and will not be permitted on board the Vessel.

DRONES AND OTHER UAVAdventure Canada does not permit the use of UAV’s by passengers. No exceptions will be made.

IMAGES AND PRIVACYOn these trips Adventure Canada takes many photos, some of which are used for promotional purposes. If the passenger would not like photos which include the passenger to be used, please let Adventure Canada know in advance. Adventure Canada may also celebrate the passenger’s birthday or special events: please ad-vise Adventure Canada if the passenger would like to abstain.

CANCELLATION DATE PENALTY REFUND

Booking to 120 days prior to scheduled departure $500 USD Balance

91 - 120 days prior to scheduled departure 65% 35%

90 days prior to scheduled departure 100% 0%

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