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Arctic Bay , Nunavut | Michelle Valberg
Nunavut
One of the largest unspoiled natural paradises on the planet
where you can experience arctic wildlife, Inuit cultural
experiences and witness the spectacular Aurora Borealis.
Nunavut is the youngest territory of Canada, settled over four thousand years ago,
recognized as distinctly Canadian in 1999. It is one of the largest unspoiled natural
paradises on the planet. People from everywhere visit Nunavut to enjoy the arctic
wildlife and the Inuit way of life, to explore the top of the world and be dazzled by the
vivid dancing hues of the Aurora Borealis.
4 Day Arctic Discovery, Winter or Summer
Arctic Bay – a vibrant, traditional community located in the northwest corner of
Baffin Island. This safe harbour hamlet is situated upon a south-facing gravel beach
on Adams Sound, which feeds into Admiralty Inlet, draining northwards to Lancaster
Sound and the Northwest Passage.
Iqaluit – located on Baffin Island at the northern end of Frobisher Bay near the mouth
of the Sylvia Grinnell River. Formerly known as Frobisher Bay, the modern city of Iqaluit
is rich with traditional Inuit culture. It is the home of many Inuit artists, filmmakers and
musicians, plus there are arts and culture festivals staged in the spring and summer
that bring artists here from across the territory.
Pond Inlet – also called ‘Mittimatalik’ in Inuktitut after an unknown ancient person
presumed to be buried here, Pond Inlet is a traditional Inuit community located on
the northern tip of Baffin Island near the eastern entrance to the Northwest Passage.
It overlooks Eclipse Sound and the mountains of Bylot Island, which is a migratory
bird sanctuary. Situated near scenic fjords, glaciers and icebergs, Pond Inlet is
famous as a great place to see large pods of narwhal.
Resolute – known as ‘Qausuittuq’ in Inuktitut, which means the ‘place with no dawn’
because of the long winter night this far north. It is also the ‘place with no sunset’ in
the summertime! Resolute is the second most northerly community in Nunavut and
Canada. The many little islands and big arctic waters nearby are special habitats for
numerous nesting birds and large migrating pods of beluga whales. Resolute is home
to some of the greatest Inuit hunters in the world.
Pond Inlet, Nunavut | Michelle Valberg
Experience authentic adventure in Nunavut’s capital. Meet the locals in Iqaluit
while you explore the town. You will experience 3-4 activities unique to the
season. Summer and winter offer two very different experiences.
Winter Highlights (December to June):
• Historical & Cultural Tour of Iqaluit
• Snowmobiling Excursion
• Dog Sledding Excursion
Summer Highlights (July to September):
• Historical & Cultural Tour of Iqaluit
• Arctic flora hiking excursion
• Sea Kayaking Excursion on the Arctic Ocean
Day 1: Montreal/Ottawa – Iqaluit
Day 2: Iqaluit sightseeing
Day 3: Iqaluit sightseeing
Day 4: Iqaluit – Montreal/Ottawa
Package includes: 3 nights accommodation, return flights from Ottawa or
Montreal to Iqaluit, expedition-grade apparel and required equipment, trail
snacks during excursions, sightseeing and activities as listed above for applicable
season
Nunavut | Jason van Bruggen
www.andersonvacations.ca
Please refer to pricing insert for dates and prices.
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