Baffin Bay secrets
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13 nights
Le Lyrial
27 Aug '26Cruise overview
PONANT invites you to set sail aboard Le Lyrial for a memorable 14-day expedition cruise to the discovery of Baffin Bay. You will embark in Kangerlussuaq for an unforgettable journey in the heart of the most magnificent Arctic landscapes.
The first destination is the west coast of Greenland which will welcome you with its majestic icebergs, colourful villages encircled by mountains. This is the ideal opportunity for meeting the local population and learning about Greenland Inuit culture.
Further north, Baffin Bay will reveal its remote villages of peat houses where the last bear hunters and narwhal fishers live in accordance with their ancestral traditions. You will also see the remains of ancient Inuit civilisations and will discover Savissivik, the largest ‘iceberg graveyard’ in Greenland.
During the final leg of your cruise, you will be able to enjoy really exploring Baffin Island and its fjords. You will look for pack ice and try to find polar bears and narwhals to observe. You will head south to reach Evighedsfjorden, which means the “eternity fjord” in Danish, where the landscapes made up of glaciers, tundra and jagged cliffs will help you end this journey on a high.
We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. The itinerary, landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.
Itinerary
Kangerlussuaq Havn
The name Kangerlussuaq means “Big Fjord” in the local Kalaallisut language. The settlement of about 500 people is located in western Greenland on flat land at the head of a fjord with the same name. Kangerlussuaq is the site of Greenland’s largest commercial airport and most of the economy here is dependent on the air transportation hub and tourism. The rugged lands around the settlement support terrestrial Arctic fauna including muskoxen, caribou, and Gyrfalcons.
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Sisimiut (Holsteinsborg)
Disko Bay
Eqi Glacier
Akulleq
Kullorsuaq
Savissivik
Pond Inlet, Nunavut
Dundas Harbour, Devon Island, Nunavut
Baffin Island, Nunavut
Baffin Island, Nunavut
At sea
Evighedsfjorden
Kangerlussuaq Havn
Superior Stateroom
Spacious and tastefully appointed, the Superior Stateroom offers large picture windows, a comfortable lounge area and a calming colour palette. Ideal for guests who prefer ocean views without a balcony.
Amenities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Toiletries Provided
- Free Mini Bar
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Pillow Menu Available
- Desk
Ship features
Le Lyrial combines sophisticated design with modern expedition capability, offering guests a stylish way to explore the world’s seas.
- Elegant French-inspired décor throughout
- Two restaurants offering fine dining and casual cuisine
- Heated swimming pool and expansive sun deck
- Spa and fitness centre by Sothys
- Panoramic Observation Lounge
- Theatre for live shows and lectures
- Library, boutique, and open-air bar
- Zodiac fleet for adventurous shore landings
- All-inclusive dining and beverages
- Expert expedition and enrichment team onboard
