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After so many years of creating expedition voyages to the Polar Regions, I’ve heard dozens of epithets describing our travelers’ experiences. If I was asked to choose just one word it would be – inspiring. “Awesome,” “fantastic” and “fun” are also true, but these expressions seem to refer more to spontaneous emotions. Inspiration usually comes later – when a voyage is finished, and you are back home. There’s a feeling that you’ve left something there, far away, and at the same time brought something intangible back with you. To be inspired is somewhat like being infected, but in a marvelously good way! After your first discoveries through travel, you’ll never feel absolutely happy again without trying to find answers to even more questions, sometimes very simple ones like, “How do Arctic poppies smell?”

Naturally, if you’ve never tried a polar expedition cruise, we can’t do much except offer some age-old advice – experience it yourself. No one can discover these remarkable regions of the world for you in a way that truly inspires on a personal, experiential level: only you can do that. You

won’t find these opportunities in books, movies or elsewhere: “How does it feel to stand on the North Pole?” “What were Amundsen’s thoughts when his ship approached the Antarctic continent?” “What does it sound like when an iceberg is calving from a glacier?”

Join P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS and launch your own era of discovery. Because we feel responsible for “infecting” our travelers – and what is more, being seriously infected ourselves – we are always seeking new places and opportunities for your next discovery. Come with us on new and inspiring adventures aboard our ships Sea Spirit and 50 Years of Victory.

Nikolay Savelyev

President, P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS

DEAR TRAVELER

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2008-NORTH POLE ABOARD 50 YEARS OF VICTORY

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2007-RUSSIAN FAR EAST ABOARD MARINA CVETAEVA

2013-100th ATTAINMENT OF NORTH POLE

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The Company’s first North Pole icebreaker voyages aboard the nuclear-powered icebreaker Yamal

First-ever expedition cruises to Franz Josef Land Russian Arctic archipelago aboard the icebreaker Kapitan Dranitsyn

Inaugural Northeast Passage expedition cruise via the North Pole

Inaugural “Pearls of the Russian Arctic” expedition cruise including Novaya Zemlya and Severnaya Zemlya archipelagos

Voyage to the North Pole aboard the world’s most powerful nuclear icebreaker 50 Years of Victory during its first season in tourism service

Inaugural season of expedition cruises to Antarctica aboard the small luxury expedition ship Sea Explorer

The Company’s first expedition cruise to the Russian Far East including Kuril Islands, Kamchatka, Commander Islands, Chukotka and Wrangel Island aboard M/S Marina Cvetaeva

P O S E I D O N ’s passengers aboard the icebreaker 50 Years of Victory mark the 100th attainment of the Pole in the history of icebreaker navigation on July 30

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2015-16 - ARCTIC & ANTARCTICA ABOARD SEA SPIRITThe Company’s inaugural season of expedition cruises to Arctic destinations – including Iceland, Greenland, Spitsbergen, and Franz Josef Land – and Antarctica, aboard the small luxury expedition ship Sea Spirit

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JAN BRYDE

Expedition Leader

Jan has worked as an Expedition Leader or cruise director since 1994 on cruise vessel all over the world, traveling to more than 115 countries. He’s made more

than 60 voyages to Antarctica and 30 into the Arctic region, including a Northwest Passage and more than a

dozen trips to the geographic North Pole.

DR. SUSAN CURRIE

Geo Scientist, Geologist

As a professional geologist for more than 25 years, Susan now enjoys traveling aboard expedition ships and sharing her enthusiasm for the natural environment. Her career in expedition

cruising stretches back to 2002 and has encompassed such diverse areas as the Antarctic, Alaska, Greenland, the North Pole, the

South Pacific, and Australasia.

ANJA ERDMANNExpedition Leader

Anja visited Greenland the first time in 2000 as part of her tourism management curriculum at university. Staying in a small village

where dogs outnumbered people by five to one, she was quickly won over to the polar environmental and lifestyle and feels that the Arctic

and Antarctic are her true homes and professional arenas. Anja has been working since then mainly as Expedition Leader in the Arctic and the

Antarctic regions, but also feels at home in “normal waters.”

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BIRGIT LUTZ

Journalist & Arctic Adventure Traveler

Journalist and arctic adventure traveler, Birgit is our “tough cookie.” She absolutely loves the Arctic and has traveled to the North Pole and crossed Greenland

– on skis! Besides these accomplishments, she is an award-winning journalist, photographer and author of

several books on polar travel. Her knowledge, experience and passion are amazingly inspiring to all of us.

IAN JANSMAKayak Master

Ian’s career in the fields of sea kayak guiding, expedition cruising, and conservation research has taken him to some of the world’s wildest and

most remote locations. Whether upon the waves of the tropical South Pacific or under the aurora-filled

skies of Greenland, Ian feels at home wherever Nature is still in control.

RAINER ULLRICH

Artist in Residence

Rainer developed his passion for painting in remote polar environments in 2002 during his legendary crossing of the Northeast Passage and his expedition to Greenland in 2006

together with a German explorer Arved Fuchs. His wonderful books are insider bestsellers in the expedition industry.

ANTHONY SMITHSculptor and Photographer

Anthony studied Zoology at Cambridge University, after which he began a career as a sculptor and photographer. He has created bronze statues for major institutions such

as the Natural History Museum of London and Amsterdam Royal Zoo, as well as designing a new £2 coin which is now in

circulation in the United Kingdom. In 2015 he was the winner of a BBC Wildlife Photography Grant.

DR. ANNETTE BOMBOSCH

Marine Biologist; Master in Marine Conservation

Annette’s first trip to Antarctica – camping at the base of Mt Erebus – infected her with a serious case of “polar virus.” She pursued her PhD studying

Antarctic whales and participating in research expeditions to the Southern Ocean. Annette has a

great passion for the Polar Regions, especially marine mammals, and she loves to share her knowledge and

enthusiasm with others no matter the time of day.

DR. FRANZ GINGELE

Geologist, Glaciologist & Expedition Leader

While studying geology and glaciology at university, Franz also pursued his passion for rock-climbing and mountaineering. He

became interested in the polar regions while working on his doctorate in marine geology, and the fascination for these remote

environments has gripped him ever since. Since 1998, Franz worked as a lecturer and Expedition Leader on more than 200 trips to the Antarctic,

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The largest island on the planet shares with us its remote Inuit settlements, Viking historic sites and remarkable examples of the natural world – captivating icebergs, shimmering Northern Lights, and breaching humpback, minke and fin whales.

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SOUTH AND WEST GREENLAND: HOME OF VIKINGS Find yourself among some of the most magnificent sceneries in the world. Icebergs the size of city blocks and soaring mountains provide a humbling perspective on our diminutive size within the natural world. The juxtaposition of glittering icebergs and verdant hillsides in one scene may strike you as unreal, but that’s Greenland. Experience the culture of remote Inuit villages – where the locals still live on fishing and hunting – on Zodiac excursions and hikes ashore.

MAY 20 – MAY 30*JUN 06 – JUN 16**

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11 DAYS

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Meet the locals and learn about Greenlandic Inuit culture and traditions first hand See vestiges of Norse colonialism from a bygone era Watch whales from the ship, and observe herds of musk-oxen in their natural settingSoak in geothermal hot springs surrounded by moun-tain peaks and drifting icebergs

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EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

*From Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq **From Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavik

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DISCO BAY: BIRTHPLACE OF ICEBERGSWhen Sea Spirit anchors in West Greenland’s Disco Bay, be ready to face a serious challenge: here it’s always difficult to choose the vista that impresses you the most. The 360°degree panorama of Disco Bay includes calving glaciers, white and turquoise icebergs, majestic basalt mountains, picturesque Greenlandic villages and numerous whales. But, then again, you don’t have to choose…

MAY 30 – JUN 06

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DEPARTURE 2016:

8 DAYS

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$ 3,495

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Experience up close the largest collection of Green-land’s icebergs in Ilulissat, where 20 million tons of ice per day are produced Learn about the Northern Hemisphere’s most active glacier – JakobshavnEncounter humpback, fin, and minke whales during their own summer holidays in West Greenland


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EAST GREENLAND: AURORA BOREALIS IN SCORESBY SUNDAlmost beyond comprehension, the extent of Greenland’s Ice Sheet is 1.8 million square kilometers, equivalent to 14 times the size of England and giving birth to icebergs as big as 10-story buildings. In East Greenland, prepare to be humbled by the magnitude of the landscape and privileged with the chance to experience such a remarkable new earthly perspective.

SEP 13 – SEP 23

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DEPARTURE 2016:

11 DAYS

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$ 4,895

Explore the world’s largest and, some say, most beau-tiful fjord system – Scoresby Sund. It contains the most productive, fast-flowing outlet glaciers draining east from the Greenland Ice SheetExperience the Northern Lights in a place renowned for putting on some of the best Aurora displays in the world – Greenland’s eastern coastWitness the most ancient settlements of Thule culture


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SPITSBERGEN, GREENLAND & ICELAND: PEARLS OF THE ARCTICDiscover three iconic polar destinations in one voyage, providing a comprehensive Arctic experience. Yet, each of the islands we visit offers much that is unique and memorable: Encounters with polar bears are almost guaranteed in Spitsbergen; East Greenland features the most active glaciers outside of Antarctica; and Iceland dazzles travelers with its unearthly landscapes of Ice and Fire.

AUG 31 – SEP 13

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DEPARTURE 2016:

14 DAYS

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$ 6,495

Explore the western coast of Spitsbergen where the warm Gulf Stream provides surprisingly lush arctic flora and rich birdlifeDiscover the wildest corners of Greenland, including the world’s largest fjord system Scoresby Sund and the northern-most Greenland National Park


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Nowhere on earth is geology as excited as in Iceland. Here, fire and ice meet to form unearthly landscapes of lava, glaciers, boiling mud pots, geothermal springs and thundering waterfalls.

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ICELAND, JAN MAYEN & SPITSBERGEN: CROSSING THE ARCTIC CIRCLEJourney to both sides of the Arctic Circle on this expedition of discovery. Start by exploring the fascinating Western Fjords of Iceland. Cross the Arctic Circle, heading north and stopping at Jan Mayen Island, with its landscapes of haunting beauty and northernmost active volcano on the planet – the Beerenberg. The voyage concludes with an extensive exploration of Spitsbergen, a must for those who want to experience the best of this premier Arctic destination.

JUN 16 – JUN 27

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DEPARTURE 2016:

12 DAYS

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Explore the unique cultural heritage of Iceland’s people and the island’s rich birdlife Get to the very “corner” of Europe at Látrabjarg cliff – the westernmost cape of Iceland and EuropeWitness the northernmost active volcano on earth – the BeerenbergSee the best of Arctic wildlife in Spitsbergen


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$ 5,795

If your goal is to discover the essentials of the Arctic – Spitsbergen is the best destination. Among the numerous opportunities of the Spitsbergen voyages are close encounters with polar bears, walruses, and Arctic birdlife, expert-led trekking on Arctic tundra, and Zodiac cruises to magnificent bird cliffs.

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BEST OF SPITSBERGEN: CLASSIC ARCTICA remarkably mild summer climate along the western coast of Spitsbergen, due to the warm Gulf Stream, sustains a vibrant eco-system that is home to high Arctic vegetation and migratory birdlife. As we go north – as far into the ice as the Sea Spirit is capable – we’ll look for polar bears, one of the archipelago’s premier attractions. Marine mammals, including walruses, seals and whales, can be spotted along the wild eastern and southern coasts, where mountain peaks create a dramatic backdrop.

JUN 27 – JUL 07 JUL 20 – JUL 30 AUG 12 – AUG 21 AUG 21 – AUG 31

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DEPARTURES 2016:

10 or 11 DAYS

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Participate in a Polar Bear photo-safari in continuous Arctic daylightObserve the dynamics of seals and whales in the Arctic pack iceExplore far above the Arctic Circle – only 600 miles from the North PoleFollow the steps of Heroic Era explorers and visit historic sites


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$ 4,995

Venture aboard one of our unique expeditions to the remotest and rarely visited archipelagos of the Russian High Arctic – Franz Josef Land and Novaya Zemlya. Strictly off-limits for all visitors, including Russian citizens, during the Cold War, the territories have been visited by only a small number of travelers.

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SPITSBERGEN AND FRANZ JOSEF LAND: EXPEDITION TO THE RUSSIAN HIGH ARCTICWhat was formerly forbidden territory has kept the treasures of Franz Josef Land undiscovered for many years. Even today, traveling to the archipelago requires a special permit. Join us aboard this rarely offered voyage and unlock the secrets of these Russian High Arctic islands.

JUL 07 – JUL 20 JUL 30 – AUG 12

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DEPARTURES 2016:

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Observe the islands’ magnificent “moon” landscapesLearn about the mysterious stone spheres of Champ Island Follow in the wake of famous Arctic explorers of the Heroic Era Contrast two Arctic archipelagoes – Spitsbergen and Franz Josef Land – enjoying the diversity they offer in scenery and wildlife


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FRANZ JOSEF LAND & NOVAYA ZEMLYA: EPIC ARCTIC EXPEDITIONDon’t miss your chance to be a part of this expedition, which includes islands rarely visited by other expedition ships. A journey to these Russian High Arctic destinations – Franz Josef Land or Novaya Zemlya – is a specialty of P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS. A comprehensive voyage including Spitsbergen, Franz Josef Land and Novaya Zemlya is an unparalleled Arctic voyage of a lifetime.

JUL 30 – AUG 15*AUG 15 – AUG 31**

ADVENTURE OPTIONS:

DEPARTURES 2016:

17 DAYS

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$ 9,995

Observe polar bears in their favorite habitats – Spits-bergen and Franz Josef LandVisit walrus colonies where the sheer volume of animals will amaze youEnjoy the stark beauty of the Franz Josef Land and No-vaya Zemlya wilderness, rarely seen by other travelersWitness the remnants of bygone races to the North Pole during the Heroic Era


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*From Longyearbyen to Murmansk **From Murmansk to Longyearbyen

Your once in a lifetime journey to the Top of the World

JUL 10 – JUL 23JUL 21 – AUG 03AUG 01 – AUG 14

ADVENTURE OPTIONS:

DEPARTURES 2016:

14 DAYS

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$ 26,995

North Pole is the northernmost point on the Earth where all directions point south; all lines of longitude converge there, so its longitude can be defined as any degree value. While the South Pole lies on a continental land mass, the North Pole is located in the middle of the Arctic Ocean amid waters that are almost permanently covered with constantly shifting sea ice.

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NORTH POLE: EXPEDITION TO THE TOP OF THE WORLDGaze at your planet from a singular perspective – the Top of the World. Come to the spot where all the meridians meet, where you can circumnavigate the globe in no time. The place with only one direction – south. The point without a time zone … and with no sense of time to be discovered.

Experience the rare opportunity to travel aboard the nuclear-powered icebreakerShoot incredible photos from the helicopter of your vessel smashing through ice several meters thick Disembark directly from this ship onto thick Arctic pack ice under and celebrate reaching 90º North, the geographic North Pole



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Like a beckoning finger, the Antarctic Peninsula extends towards South America, inviting travelers to discover startling icescapes, fantastic wildlife, and many other highlights one expects to experience in Antarctica.

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ANTARCTIC PENINSULA: EXPEDITION TO THE LAST DISCOVERED CONTINENTOur classic itinerary reveals the quintessence of Antarctica with its iconic wildlife and scenery: thousands of penguins, icebergs in all shapes and sizes, narrow waterways surrounded by majestic peaks rising out of the sea, and scientific stations from a multitude of countries. Our experienced Captain and Expedition Leader always know how to deal with Antarctica’s changeable mood, providing you maximum opportunities for discoveries.

NOV 24 – DEC 05DEC 04 – DEC 16DEC 15 – DEC 27DEC 26, 2016 – JAN 06, 2017JAN 24 – FEB 05FEB 04 – FEB 15FEB 14 – FEB 25

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DEPARTURES 2016–17:

12 or 13 DAYS

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$ 5,995

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Pause for a moment while ashore and wait for the inevitable – a curious penguin closely examining your boots at close range Watch from the deck as your expedition ship care-fully navigates an endless maze of icebergs, growl-ers and bergy bits Experience a whale at close hand as it feeds, exhal-ing a fountain of mist next to your Zodiac landing craft

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Isolated at the edge of the submarine Scotian Ridge, South Georgia is covered with jagged, glaciated peaks, and is home to diverse birdlife, elephant and fur seals, and a colony of more than 100,000 breeding pairs of King penguins.

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*From Ushuaia to Montevideo

ANTARCTICA, FALKLAND ISLANDS & SOUTH GEORGIA: 3 IN 1Besides the ethereal icescapes and abundant wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula you’ll get an audience with the “Kings of the Antarctic” – the rare and most beautiful king penguins of South Georgia. Abandoned whaling stations in Grytviken; rockhopper and Magellanic penguins in the Falklands/Malvinas; and landing on the Antarctic Continent itself are among the other highlights of this expedition cruise.

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Feel the fiercely independent spirit of Port Stanley, a captivating town with streets and pubs seemingly transported from Victorian EnglandExplore South Georgia – the world’s greatest penguin capital and receive a private audience with the “Kings of Antarctica” Observe the Antarctic lifestyle at a scientific research station

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NOV 05 – NOV 25JAN 05 – JAN 25FEB 24 – MAR 16*

ADVENTURE OPTIONS:

DEPARTURES 2016-17:

21 DAYS

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$ 10,995

P O S E I D O N Sea Kayak ClubIf you’re looking to add a world-class adventure experience to your Polar Regions trip-of-a-lifetime aboard Sea Spirit, then P O S E I D O N Sea Kayak Club may be the perfect choice for you. This optional activity will allow you to take advantage of the famously spectacular sea kayaking opportunities that exist in Antarctica and the High Arctic.

Experience crackling brash ice, towering icebergs, stunning landscapes, and unique polar wildlife as part of a small, professionally guided paddling group. Escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the polar wilderness in our stable and stealthy sea kayaks.

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In Antarctica you will have the coveted opportunity to navigate placid waters filled with glittering icebergs and porpoising penguins while surrounded by magnificent glaciers and sheer mountains. Join us in the Arctic for unscripted kayaking adventures as we explore uncharted coastlines and remote islands in a primeval wilderness that very few paddlers have ever experienced.

Sea Kayak Club is offered to adult kayakers who are ready to put their skills to the test in an extreme environment. Space is limited to 16 kayakers in Antarctica and 8 in the Arctic. Participants must be in good health, have appropriate physical fitness, have previous kayaking experience, and be in command of the English language. Sea Kayak Club must be booked in advance of your voyage. If you enjoy sea kayaking, then don’t miss your chance to experience some of the world’s most interesting, demanding, and rewarding paddling destinations!

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Camping in AntarcticaIf you’re looking for an unforgettable way to expand your experience on the White Continent, then Antarctica Camping has you covered. This optional activity is your unique opportunity to meet Antarctica on its own terms.

Slow down and let your senses fully absorb the awesome sights and mysterious sounds of this legendary wilderness. Spend an hour – or all night – simply watching the drama of endlessly changing light upon the landscape. Build a snowman or capture that perfect photo of a penguin. Whatever joy Antarctica holds for you,

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you can take the time to experience it fully on your Antarctica Camping night. Gain lasting memories, undeniable bragging rights, and a new appreciation for your warm bed back on the ship.

Antarctica Camping is offered on Sea Spirit voyages to the Antarctic Peninsula and must be booked in advance. Participants must be at least 18 years old. Good health and a spirit of adventure are also important qualifications. Space is limited to 30 campers per voyage, so book your camping adventure today!

PhotographyThe Polar Regions are amongst the most photogenic on earth, with countless beautiful scenes presenting themselves every day. Endless expanses of ice, beaches crowded with seals or penguins, spectacularsunsets, and starlit skies – they all present fantastic photographic opportunities – and in order to make sure that you come home with some great images we offer you the chance to learn and practice your photography alongside an experienced professional.

Our expert Photographer will be on hand to answer your questions and give advice, with on-board lectures and workshops on shore. It doesn’t matter if you have a simple point-and-shoot camera or a big fancy DSLR – these photography lectures and workshops will be available to everyone. Join our on-board Photography Tutorials to expand your photography and capture the true beauty of the Polar Regions!

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Polar Fashion: EXPEDITION PARKA BY P O S E I D O NThere’s no need to worry about choosing between being warm and comfortable on one hand and great looking on the other. You’ll get it all with your P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS’ quality-manufactured Polar parka, included with every polar voyage you take with us. These insulated, water- and windproof parkas are designed by P O S E I D O N ’s knowledgeable team based on many years of experience in harsh environments. Created specifically for our travelers, they’re handsome garments you’ll find uses for at home and on other far-flung travels. And it’s not just the parka’s outstanding qualities that will keep you warm – sometimes memories of your past polar experience work even better than the warmth-retaining layers of specialized fabric. We have one in your size, so join us!

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M/V SEA SPIRITSmall Ship CruisingLike some of the birds we see in the Arctic and Antarctica, our Sea Spirit is migratory and follows the sun, northbound in the summer and southbound in the winter, always ready for spontaneous discoveries – a pod of whales, a family of polar bears or a glaciated mountain vista. She is highly maneuverable and capable of navigating the narrow fjords of East Greenland and entering the small bays of Spitsbergen.

Onboard, we create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for all our guests. They are united by one goal – to have a memorable wilderness experience and to become real polar adventurers. We believe that first-hand travel to such places makes one an ambassador for conservation, and helps strengthen our resolve to protect these natural environments for future generations.

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PREMIUM: 30 sqm (323 sq ft); twin or king size bed; balcony

DELUXE: 24 sqm (258 sq ft); twin or king size bed; balcony

CLASSIC: 21 sqm (226 sq ft); twin or king size bed; window

TRIPLE: 21 sqm (226 sq ft); twin or king size bed; window

MAIN DECK: 23 sqm (248 sq ft); twin or king size bed; portholes

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I/B 50 YEARS OF VICTORYUnrivaled Ship Cruising to Unrivaled Place

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50 Years of Victory is not a tourist ship. Rather, the icebreaker was purpose-built to pilot scientific and cargo ships to hard-to-reach areas of the Arctic and along the Northeast Passage. It is just during the short summer months when adventurers get a once-in-a-lifetime chance to travel aboard this real working icebreaker to the geographic North Pole.

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BRIDGE DECK 4

BRIDGE DECK 3

BRIDGE DECK 1

BOW DECK

BRIDGERADIO ROOM

POOL SAUNAS

CLINICVOLLEYBALLCOURT

OFFICE

DIN

NIN

GRO

OM

ELEVATOR

ELEVATOR

ELEVATOR

SHOP

LIBRARY

ELEVATOR CAPTAIN’S SALOON

CAPTAIN’S OFFICE

VICTORY BAR

BAR

LOUNGE

AFTSALOON

BAR

MASSAGE

CHIEF

ENG

INEER

GYM

BRIDGE DECK 2

Length: 160 meters (525 ft.)

Beam: 30 meters (98 ft.)

Speed: 21 knots

Passengers: 128

Crew: 140

ARKTIKA SUITE: 33 sqm (355 sq ft); 2 rooms; single bed and sofa bed; opening windows

VICTORY SUITE: 28 sqm (301 sq ft); 2 rooms; single bed and sofa bed; opening windows

GRAND SUITE: 26-27 sqm (280-291 sq ft.); 2 rooms; single bed and sofa bed; opening windows

MINI SUITE: 22 sqm (237 sq ft.); single bed and sofa bed; opening windows

STANDARD TWIN: 14 sqm (151 sq ft); single bed and sofa bed; opening windows

JUNIOR SUITE: 24 sqm (258 sq ft); 2 rooms; single bed and sofa bed; opening windows

EXPEDITION CRUISE ABOARD I/B 50 YEARS OF VICTORY

Reservations and Payment. A deposit of 20% of the appropriate cabin rate is re-quired to confirm reservation with final payment due 90 days prior to departure.

Cancellation and Refunds. All requests for cancellation must be made in writing. Cancellations received 120 days prior to departure will be fully re-funded less an administrative fee of 5% of the applicable cabin rate per per-son. Cancellations received between 119 days and 91 days prior to departure will be fully refunded less the deposit of 20% of the applicable cabin rate per person. Please, note that within the 90 day period all deposits and other payments are forfeited. In case a cancellation is received within the 90 day period (90 days and less prior to the beginning of the voyage), all payments are forfeited (cancellation fee is 100% of the cost of the applicable cabin rate per person plus the cost of the charter flight). For these and other reasons mentioned below, passengers are strongly encouraged to obtain trip cancel-lation insurance.

Prices quoted are based on group participation, and no refunds will be made for any part of the program in which passengers choose not to participate, including any helicopter flight time (if applicable and which at the discretion of the captain and expedition leader may or may not be utilized). It should be understood that refunds will not be made to passengers who do not complete the tour for any reason whatsoever.

Poseidon Arctic Voyages Ltd. DBA P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS (Operator here-after) reserves the right to cancel any departure due to insufficient reserva-tions up to eight weeks before the date of departure (passengers may be offered alternative cruise dates).

Operator also reserves the right to cancel any departure up until the date of that departure due to force majeure or other circumstances beyond the control of Operator that prevents the operation of the tour (this also includes governmental and administrative decisions).

Operator or its agents are not responsible for any costs or penalties relating to air transport or other services that are cancelled. Operator is not liable for failure to provide the services or accommodations offered to the extent that such services or accommodations cannot be provided due to force majeure or other circumstances beyond its control.

Itinerary. The itinerary described is subject to change at the discretion of the Operator’s Expedition Leader. This is an expedition to a remote and sparsely populated part of the world, and we expressly reserve the right to change the itinerary, the date or place of departure due to weather conditions, availability of anchorages, political conditions and other factors beyond Operator’s control without consulting the participants. It is understood that such decisions will be made in the interests of all passengers aboard and with regard to the safe-

ty of the vessel. Participants have no right to any refund or other considera-tions in the event of such itinerary changes. Nothing in this Itinerary is meant to signify the use of any specific design or model of helicopter. If a passenger misses any scheduled sailing of the vessel from any port or place, including any stopover, Operator shall not be liable for any costs, expenses or dam-ages incurred by the passenger as a result of his/her action and no refund of fare shall be granted. Passengers and staff members who participate in tours, operated by Operator, agree that any photographs or video, that include their person, may be used by Operator and its associates for promotional purposes. Passengers may not charge for their appearance in any photographs or video.

Responsibility. The payment of a deposit or full payment for a reservation on this tour shall constitute consent to all the provisions contained herein.

Operator acts as sales agent on behalf of the shipping company and as a sales agent on behalf of transport companies, hotels, and other supplying services included in the program. However, Operator, its subsidiaries and/or its as-sociated agents, shall not be held responsible for property loss(es) or dam-age resulting from illness, personal injury or death which may be sustained by reason of, or while engaged on, any tour whether due to the ownership, maintenance, use, operation or control of any aircraft, helicopter, automobile, bicycle, boat, vehicle, state carrier or any other conveyance used in carrying out these tours. Operator can assume no liability due to any cause whatsoever whether caused by failure or delay or other irregularity, acts or omissions oc-curring during a tour under which the means of transportation or other service provided thereby is offered or supplied by owners, operators or public carriers for whom Operator acts only as agent.

Operator reserves the right (at its discretion) to alter or omit any part of the itinerary or change any reservation, feature and/or means of conveyance with-out notice and for any reason whatsoever and without allowance or refund. Operator reserves the right to cancel any tour prior to departure, in which case payments will be refunded without further obligation on Operator’s part.Operator shall not be responsible for any injury to person (whether or not resulting in death) or damage to property arising out of any act of war, in-surrection, revolt or other civil uprising or military action in the countries of origin, destination or passage. The passenger is completely liable for damage or injury (to his/her own person, other passengers, ship, staff or other) caused by improper behavior.

Operator provides all passengers with medical insurance coverage to the value of 100.000 EUR per person provided and implemented by insurance company (Insurer) in accordance with the Insurer’s general terms and condi-tions. Nevertheless, it is to be understood by passengers that the Insurer is an independent provider and the Insurance Policy is made between the pas-senger and the Insurer. Operator is not liable for any disagreements or mis-understandings that might arise between the passenger and the Insurer. Each passenger is fully responsible for resolving any issues that might arise from his/her contract with the Insurer. Operator reserves the right to substitute the Insurer. In case of substitution, the new Insurer is to provide an insurance policy that is sufficient for the expedition cruise by Operator described in this brochure or file. Passengers are not permitted to bring or have onboard any

Terms and Conditions

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pets or animals, firearms, flammable or hazardous items, controlled or pro-hibited substances or drugs, contraband or items prohibited by any country or port to be visited. Baggage is transported entirely at the owner’s risk.

For those passengers who rejected the insurance policy included into the cost of voyage, but did not make appropriate insurance policy on their own: in case of medical problems 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 rests solely with the passenger and his/her Insurer. The onboard medical personnel (doctors) are independent contractors and work directly for the passenger concerned.

Insurance. All passengers are covered by medical travel insurance policy to the value of 100.000 EUR per person and said policy includes emergency evacu-ation and repatriation. This is only for travelers under 85 years old. Travelers over 85 years old are to purchase their own insurance policy with coverage not less than 100,000 EUR – such policy is to cover risks of repatriation/evacua-tion from extremely remote territories, and is to be sufficient for travelling in the High Arctic. Any risks, not covered by the insurance policy provided, are to be covered by passengers at his/her disposal and at his/her own expense. Insurance is in effect only on board the Ship and outside the port of Murmansk.

The published rate is based on the prices, exchange rates, duties and taxes as known to Operator at the time of publication of materials and at the time of travel confirmation. Operator reserves the right to raise the published rate (for such reasons as but not limited to unforeseeable increases in exchange rates, duties, taxes, port fees and fuel prices) if considered necessary by Operator. Operator will inform passengers, tour operators or agents at least 30 days prior to departure. In the event of a price increase of more than 15% of the total price of the trip, passengers, tour operators or agents are entitled to cancel the trip without incurring cancellation fee for the trip.

By forwarding a deposit the passenger certifies that he/she does not have any mental, physical or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for him/her or other passengers. Operator reserves the right to cancel or with-draw any person as a member of a tour at any time.

Please read: By purchasing this product you accept the above Terms and Conditions. In case you disagree to any of the Terms and Condi-tions of Operator you will not be able to take part in the expedition cruise.

EXPEDITION CRUISE ABOARD M/V SEA SPIRIT

Rates. Voyage rates are quoted in USD/EURO and are based on passengers sharing a cabin. Rates for all voyages are based on anticipated fuel costs at the time of departure multiplied by a maximum daily usage. Poseidon Arc-tic Voyages Ltd. DBA P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS (Operator hereafter) has the right to add fuel surcharge to the cruise cost in case of a dramatic rise of fuel cost. Operator will do sonly in order to cover only the increase in fuel costs, may apply. In this case agents will be notified immediately and passengers will have the right to cancel their reservations within 14 days of notice of increase without penalty.

Reservations. To confirm a booking a deposit of 20% of the published rate per person is required. Final payment is due in full 90 days prior to departure. Within 90 days of departure, full payment is required to confirm a booking.

Payments. All payments are to be made in US dollars/EURO. Payments are made via bank transfer.

Booking Cancellations/Refunds. All cancellations must be received in writing. Reservations cancelled more than 120 days prior to departure are subject to a USD 750 per person cancellation fee. Reservations cancelled from 120 to 91 days prior to departure are subject to 20% per person cancellation fee. Reservations cancelled 90 days or less prior to departure are subject to full fare forfeiture.

Voyage Cancellation. In the very unlikely event that a voyage is cancelled prior to departure Operator will provide a full refund of all funds paid to Operator. Should a voyage cancel while in progress, Operator will provide a pro-rated refund of the funds paid to Operator.

Transferred reservations/name changes. Bookings transferred from one de-parture (more than 90 days prior to departure) to another, for the same pas-senger can be made at no charge, based on availability. By direct permission, and on a limited basis, name changes on a reservation can be made at a fee of USD 300 per person.

Upgrades. Periodically to maximize available inventory, passengers may be upgraded into higher level cabins. These unsolicited upgrades are made at no charge, however open inventory in upper level cabins is only filled on an unsolicited basis when needed to secure reservations in other categories. In any event no upgrades will be made without prior notification.

Single supplements. Single occupancy of a twin cabin is available at 1.7 times the twin rate and available only in Main Deck, Classic and Superior Suites; single occupancy of a twin cabin is available at 2 times the twin rate in the Deluxe, Premium and Owner Suites. Cabin share is available only in the fol-lowing categories: Triple Classic, Main Deck, Classic and Superior Suites.

Children. In general, our policy is that children must be at least 12 years of age to participate in a P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS voyage. However, we may on a case by case basis accept children ages 8-11 with additional screening.

Onboard language. All voyages are conducted in English and German. For groups of passengers speaking other languages Operator recruits multi-lin-gual staff members, who assist the passengers during briefings and lectures. Staff varies from voyage to voyage, please check when booking.

Onboard authority. All passengers are subject to instructions or regulations given by the Captain or the Expedition team.

Onboard payments. All payments are in US dollars. Passengers may run a tab which must be paid prior to disembarkation. Payments can be made in cash or via CC.

Itineraries. P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS’ captain and expedition team will do everything possible to complete the voyage as outlined in the voy-age itinerary. However itineraries (including all scheduled landings and excursions) in Polar Regions are heavily dependent on weather and ice conditions. Occasionally conditions and or safety concerns require Itin-

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PAGE DATES DAYSADVENTURES OPTIONS CABINS/RATES PER PERSON

STANDARD TWIN MINI SUITE JUNIOR SUITE GRAND SUITE VICTORY SUITE ARKTIKA SUITE

NORTH POLE

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JUL 10 – JUL 23, 2016

14 • • $ 26,995 $ 30,995 $ 36,995 $ 37,995 $ 40,995 $ 41,995JUL 21 – AUG 03, 2016

AUG 01 – AUG 14, 2016

1 night pre- & 1 night post voyage hotel accommodation in Helsinki, Finland (applied for North Pole cruises); Group transfers when embarking/disembarking the charter flight Helsinki - Murmansk - Helsinki (applied for North Pole cruises); Emergency evacuation insurance (applied for Arctic & North Pole cruises); Group transfers from the airport to the hotel in Ushuaia in a day prior to departure (applied for Antarctic cruises); 1 pre-voyage hotel night (applied for Antarctic cruises); Group transfer to/from the ship on day of embarkation/disembarkation; Shipboard accommodation; All scheduled landings/excursions; Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader & Expedition Team; All meals on board throughout the voyage; Expedition parka; A pair of rubber boots on loan for shore landings; Welcome and Farewell cocktails; Pre-departure materials; Digital Voyage Log.

DATES & RATES

PRICE INCLUSIONS:

PAGE DATES DAYSADVENTURES OPTIONS CABINS/RATES PER PERSON

TRIPLE MAIN DECK CLASSIC SUPERIOR DELUXE PREMIUM OWNER’S

SOUTH AND WEST GREENLAND

9MAY 20 – MAY 30, 2016 11 • • $ 4,995 $ 6,295 $ 7,695 $ 8,095 $ 9,495 $ 10,595 $ 13,695

JUN 06 – JUN 16, 2016 11 • • $ 4,995 $ 6,295 $ 7,695 $ 8,095 $ 9,495 $ 10,595 $ 13,695

DISCO BAY

10 MAY 30 – JUN 06, 2016 8 • • $ 3,495 $ 4,395 $ 5,395 $ 5,695 $ 6,695 $ 7,395 $ 10,495

ICELAND, JAN MAYEN & SPITSBERGEN

15 JUN 16 – JUN 27, 2016 12 • • $ 5,795 $ 7,595 $ 8,695 $ 9,295 $ 10,995 $ 12,095 $ 15,195

BEST OF SPITSBERGEN

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JUN 27 – JUL 07, 2016 11 • • $ 5,395 $ 6,795 $ 7,995 $ 8,595 $ 10,095 $ 11,695 $ 14,795

JUL 20 – JUL 30, 2016 11 • • $ 5,395 $ 6,795 $ 7,995 $ 8,595 $ 10,095 $ 11,695 $ 14,795

AUG 12 – AUG 21, 2016 10 • • $ 4,995 $ 6,295 $ 7,395 $ 7,995 $ 9,395 $ 10,895 $ 13,795

AUG 21 – AUG 31, 2016 11 • • $ 5,395 $ 6,795 $ 7,995 $ 8,595 $ 10,095 $ 11,695 $ 14,795

SPITSBERGEN AND FRANZ JOSEF LAND

19 JUL 07 – JUL 20, 2016 14 • • $ 7,295 $ 8,995 $ 10,695 $ 11,495 $ 13,295 $ 14,495 $ 17,595

19 JUL 30 – AUG 12, 2016 14 • • $ 7,295 $ 8,995 $ 10,695 $ 11,495 $ 13,295 $ 14,495 $ 17,595

SPITSBERGEN, GREENLAND & ICELAND

12 AUG 31 – SEP 13, 2016 14 • • $ 6,495 $ 8,995 $ 9,995 $ 10,595 $ 12,995 $ 13,995 $ 17,095

EAST GREENLAND

11 SEP 13 – SEP 23, 2016 11 • • $ 4,895 $ 6,195 $ 7,595 $ 7,995 $ 9,395 $ 10,495 $ 13,595

ANTARCTIC PENINSULA

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NOV 24 – DEC 05, 2016 12 • • • $ 5,995 $ 7,695 $ 8,995 $ 9,695 $ 11,995 $ 13,295 $ 16,395

DEC 04 – DEC 16, 2016 13 • • • $ 6,295 $ 7,995 $ 9,295 $ 9,995 $ 12,395 $ 13,695 $ 16,795

DEC 15 – DEC 27, 2016 13 • • • $ 6,395 $ 8,095 $ 9,395 $ 10,095 $ 12,495 $ 13,795 $ 16,895

DEC 26, 2016 – JAN 06, 2017 12 • • • $ 6,495 $ 8,195 $ 9,495 $ 10,195 $ 12,695 $ 13,995 $ 17,095

JAN 24 – FEB 05, 2017 13 • • • $ 7,595 $ 9,295 $ 10,895 $ 11,495 $ 13,595 $ 15,095 $ 18,195

FEB 04 – FEB 15, 2017 12 • • • $ 6,495 $ 8,195 $ 9,495 $ 10,195 $ 12,695 $ 13,995 $ 17,095

FEB 14 – FEB 25, 2017 12 • • • $ 6,295 $ 7,995 $ 9,295 $ 9,995 $ 12,495 $ 13,795 $ 16,895

ANTARCTICA, FALKLAND ISLANDS & SOUTH GEORGIA

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NOV 05 – NOV 25, 2016 21 • • $ 10,995 $ 12,995 $ 14,995 $ 15,695 $ 17,395 $ 18,995 $ 22,095

JAN 05 – JAN 25, 2017 21 • • $ 13,995 $ 16,995 $ 19,595 $ 20,295 $ 22,595 $ 23,995 $ 27,095

FEB 24 – MAR 16, 2017 21 • • $ 10,995 $ 12,995 $ 14,995 $ 15,695 $ 17,395 $ 18,995 $ 22,095

Single supplement: 1.7 for Main Deck, Classic and Superior Suite; 2 for Deluxe, Premium and Owner Suite.

Single supplement: 1.7 for Standard Twin; 2 for the Suites.

erary changes. The Captain and expedition team will accordingly make every effort to find the best alternative to the original itinerary while keep-ing passengers informed and updated. Itinerary changes are not subject to passenger approval/consent and in the event of such a change no re-funds or price adjustments are possible. Placement of a booking with Op-erator amounts to an acknowledgement that itinerary changes are possible.

Photography/Video. Operator reserves the right to use photographs and/or videos taken during the operation of the voyage for promotional purposes for the company and/or its sales agents. Passengers who prefer that their images not be used are asked to identify themselves to Operator and its agent, prior to embarkation.

Smoking. There is no smoking inside the ship. There will be a designated smoking place outside in a sheltered area.

Alcohol. Alcohol is available for sale in our bar. Operator reserves the right to refuse alcohol to anyone deemed to be intoxicated.

Eligibility. There are no specific physical requirements for travel in Polar Re-gions. However we are traveling to the remote region of the world and we are traveling on a ship which, at times, may be in rough seas. Passengers with certain medical/health issues may not be appropriate for this type of expedi-tion and are advised to exercise appropriate caution. Our medical information form lists a number of these conditions.

Pre-departure forms. Prior to boarding, specific passenger information is required not only for passenger safety, but for international reporting regu-lations. Required information must be completed in the forms provided by Operator and in our possession at least 60 days prior to departure. Final documents cannot be issued for passengers whose information has not been received.

Passenger Medical Information. We require all passengers to submit basic medical information prior to departure. Upon receipt of that basic medical information, specific physical conditions may necessitate additional docu-mentation from a passenger’s physician certifying fitness to travel on a voy-age to Antarctica. If additional medical confirmation is requested, board-ing will not be allowed absent receipt of that confirmation. Operator has a pregnancy policy that women are welcome with explicit doctor’s permission and having signed a specific waiver. Pregnancy policies of carriers (ship own-ers, airlines, bus companies, hotels, etc) may also apply. Please note that medical information will, of necessity, be available to designated P O S E I D O N EXPEDITIONS staff.

Please note that regardless of general eligibility there may be instances where environmental conditions require a level of fitness/mobility. In these cases individual participation in the landing(s) in question may be restricted by the Captain, Expedition Leader, or ship’s doctor.

Travel Insurance. All passengers are required to carry valid travel insurance. This insurance must contain medical and evacuation coverage and should in-clude cancellation and trip interruption as well. As any potential evacuation from Polar Regions can cost up to $150,000 we recommend that no policy carry less than this amount of coverage. As part of the pre-departure forms Operator will require information as to carrier, policy number, and a 24-hour contact number.

All prices quoted are for cruise only. Our ground agents can assist with ar-rangements for additional hotel nights, private transfers and land excursions.

Responsibility. The payment of a deposit or full payment for a reservation on this tour shall constitute consent to all the provisions contained herein.

Operator or its agents are not responsible for any costs or penalties relating to air transport or other services that are cancelled. Operator is not liable for failure to provide the services or accommodations offered to the extent that such services or accommodations cannot be provided due to force majeure or other circumstances beyond its control.

Operator is a qualified tour operator that organizes and administers its polar voyages. Operator will provide services in conjunction with local operators and air and sea operators. The designated operator(s), in turn, acts only as an agent for any transportation carrier, hotel, ground operator, or other suppliers of services connected with these tours (“other providers”), and the other pro-viders are solely responsible and liable for providing their respective services. The passenger tickets in use by the carriers shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the passenger; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time participants are not aboard their conveyances. Operator and its designated service providers shall not be held liable for (A) any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons oc-casioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, including but not limited to any defect in any aircraft, watercraft, or vehicle operated or provided by such other provider; and (B) any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regula-tions, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any govern-ment or any subdivision or agent thereof, or by acts of God, strikes, fire, flood, war, rebellion, terrorism, insurrection, sickness, quarantine, epidemics, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control. The participant waives any claim against Operator for any such loss, damage, injury, or death. In the event of Itinerary change due to any unforeseen circumstances or due to force majeure Operator is not to be held liable for any costs incurred by passengers in this case and no refunds or price adjustments are possible.

By registering for our voyage, the participant certifies that he/she does not have any mental, physical, or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for him/herself or other participants. Operator and its designated tour operator reserve the right in their sole discretion to accept, decline to accept, or remove any participant from a voyage. Operator reserves the right, without penalty, to make changes in the published itinerary whenever, in their judgment, conditions warrant, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of participants.

Passengers are not permitted to bring or have onboard any pets or animals, firearms, flammable or hazardous items, controlled or prohibited substances or drugs, contraband or items prohibited by any country or port to be visited.

Baggage and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the participant.

Resolution of disputes. Acceptance of the initial services to be provided on the trip shall constitute an acceptance by the trip member of these terms and conditions. On advancement of deposit to Operator, the depositor therefore agrees to be bound by the above recited Terms & Conditions.

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