Sleep in Arctic Yurts
Sleep in a safari-inspired camp in one of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth.
This exclusive Canadian Arctic safari explores the rich wildlife and vast landscapes of Lancaster Sound, an area known as the Serengeti of the North, and presents opportunities to snorkel with narwhals and sleep in an expeditionary mobile camp.
Sleep in a safari-inspired camp in one of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth.
Observe majestic and enchanting tusked narwhals on their spring migration.
Travel with incredibly experienced and knowledgeable local Inuit guides.
Search for polar bears and bowhead whales in spectacular glaciers.
From the comfortable base of a private safari-style mobile campsite, explore the remote Arctic wilderness each day on foot, by riding a skidoo or sailing in a kayak, with the ultimate goal of spotting (and even snorkelling with) elusive narwhals. What sets this trip apart is how insider knowledge and traditional tracking techniques of the guides and elders from the Inuit community are combined with state of the art expedition equipment such as satellite imagery and spotting scopes.
Day 1
Ottawa - Iqaluit - Pond Inlet
Days 2-6
Pond Inlet & the Floe Edge
Day 7
Pond Inlet - Iqaluit
Day 8
Iqaluit - Ottawa
Day 1
Ottawa - Iqaluit - Pond Inlet
Days 2-6
Pond Inlet & the Floe Edge
Observe (and snorkel with) majestic and enchanting pods of tusked Narwhals on their annual spring migration.
Day 7
Pond Inlet - Iqaluit
Day 8
Iqaluit - Ottawa
Set against a backdrop of spectacular icebergs and glaciers, spring sees a reawakening. Discover a carpet of dazzling flora and a sky full of migratory birds as narwhals, belugas, walruses and bowheads cruise the icy waters and polar bears roam the land. With luck, there may be the possibility to snorkel with the narwhals.
Travel on a traditional Inuit-style qamutik, snowmobile across the sea ice, rest at historic grave-site tea stops and pass abandoned whaling stations and hunting cabins – and all of this in just one day en route to the Arctic Safari Camp! Inspired by African mobile camps, the warm yurt-style safari tents are unique additions to the breathtaking Arctic landscape (and the cosy central fireplaces and 24-hour buffet service a welcome treat after a day of exploration).
Make daily trips out to the floe edge by qamutik and snowmobile, passing icebergs, ‘bergy-bits’ and drifting pack ice and looking out for curious seals that gaze at you from the icy waters. Plenty of time will be provided for unhurried observation and exceptional opportunities for impressive Arctic photography.
Home to Arctic foxes, hares, weasels, collared lemmings, snowy owls, rough-legged hawks and gyrfalcons, a trip to Bylot Island is unmissable. Migratory birds are also in abundance. Pure white ivory gulls, gaudy king eider ducks, low flying northern fulmars, thick-billed murres, kittiwakes, and greater snow geese (kanguq) are just a few of the many bird species that can be observed here.
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January is an undoubtedly cold time of year in Canada, with temperatures reaching negative daily. However, visiting during this time can be a good chance to avoid the overwhelming busy times of the festive season and school holidays.
Winter in Canada offers an array of sporting and cultural events both indoors and out. Banff, Whistler and Jasper offer phenomenal ski resorts or perhaps be a spectator of an ice hockey match, arguably the country’s favourite sport.
While March can be a good off-peak time to visit, it is worth being prepared for drastic weather changes. However, this also means lower costs and fewer crowds. The mountains are still open for the ski season and cities are ideal as they are fewer tourists.
April marks the start of spring across Canada, a time to avoid crowds and discover all that the country has to offer with comfortable temperatures on average.
May is a favourable time to visit Canada, with temperatures rising, avoiding school holidays and off-peak rates.
For many travellers, June is the ideal time to visit Canada. Just before peak season, the weather is favourable and most of the trails and seasonal activities will have opened.
Summer in Canada calls for longer days to explore the natural beauty that awaits outdoors whether it’s hiking, fishing or camping. Temperatures average around 25, making cities quite warm but head into the wilderness or by the coast and enjoy the open air.
Summer is considered the peak season with warm temperatures and all attractions open. It is worth noting this time of year can be quite busy as it is school holidays.
As autumn rolls in and temperatures lower, September is a great time to avoid massive crowds and experience all that the country has to offer in comfortable weather. September is also the beginning of the salmon run, a peak time to see the bears fishing.
Temperatures continue to drop in October, also bringing cloudy days and rain. The autumn foliage is in full bloom across the countryside. This can also be a good time to take advantage of off-peak rates, however, it is worth bearing in mind that the weather can vary and some coastal towns will have started to close for the season.
November is a good time of year to visit the cities of Canada. It is too late to view the foliage and a bit too early to skiing yet, but a good time to explore cities across the country, in temperatures averaging 5 degrees.
The build-up to the festive season is in full swing across the country. Snow may have already started, making the perfect scene for ice skating and markets.
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