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| Canadian High Arctic Kayaking |
This Odyssey has been specifically designed for kayaking enthusiasts and amateur or professional naturalists who particularly enjoy firsthand viewing and photographing both land and sea mammals, as well as birds. The small group format (two to six participants) minimizes constraints associated with larger groups, largely allowing participants to linger and look or, within limits set by the judgment of your guides, alter plans at will.
Nestled on a small island off the Northwest Coast of Baffin Island, Igloolik is Canada’s oldest Arctic community. Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of a unique record of continuous Inuit habitation, form the Denbigh culture (c. 2000 BC) through the Dorsets (c. 100 AD). Here, walrus, seals, Arctic char, and massive Bowhead whales ply the icy waters; while caribou, Polar bears, breathtaking flora and dozens of avian species crowd the tiny island. With the surrounding ocean frozen for nine months a year, sea kayaking in the area is regarded as a window of opportunity. July is considered break up month when the pack ice loosens and open water makes a welcome return. August is regarded as the only true month in which to enjoy extensive sea kayaking and view some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in the Arctic, as well as a plethora of rare Arctic wildlife. Cliffs, delicate fjords, and sparkling ice contribute to the remarkable beauty of the area, and the sea kayak provides a marvelous way to fully appreciate the land and all that it contains. The intention with this expedition is to explore the coast and floe edge of Igloolik Island, where walrus and Bowhead whales gather in large numbers, and where Beluga and Narwhal typically arrive in August. Participants will also have the opportunity to further explore the area by hiking.
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| DURATION: |
| 11 days/ 10 nights |
| August 2008 |
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| COST: |
| $5,720 (CND) pp. Departing from Ottawa |
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