OVERVIEW
Caribou migrating photographed from the air and at eye-level on the ground, combined with blazing autumn colours and shimmering northern lights.
One of the greatest migrations outside of Africa, the Quamirjuaq caribou herd of over 400,000 situated on the tundra of western Hudson Bay is the largest herd of caribou in Canada. Their annual migration from the summer grounds in the north to their southern winter feeding grounds is an incredible spectacle to behold. The annual autumn caribou migration spreads out over the Barrenlands of Nunavut, with the reward of autumn colours of the tundra – crimson reds, vibrant yellows and shimmering oranges as a backdrop to caribou with full racks walking within meters of you for day after day. This is an experience you will never forget. From Inuit guides who know the traditional migration routes of the caribou, shimmering northern lights in the evening, to the silence of the tundra broken by the thundering hooves of caribou, this autumn Arctic photography safari will surprise and delight at every step. This uniquely Canadian safari is suitable for adventurous families as well as the professional photographer.
Highlights
- Astonishing aerial view of the Quamirjuaq caribou herd of over 400 thousand strong
- Sit amongst the autumn tundra colours and photograph caribou only meters away
- Dazzling Northern lights at night
- Travel by boat on Barrenland lakes and rivers
Where we sleep
Remote land base camp
We aim to make your Arctic experience as comfortable as possible with all the amenities of home despite being in some of the most remote frontier territory in the world. Inspired by safari camps, we bring the ultimate in comfort to the Arctic to maximize your enjoyment of it.
After being on the land on a day trip, coming back to the safari-inspired base camp is a pleasurable experience. Set directly on the shoreline of a freshwater lake, with hot food prepared by a private chef, the dining/lounge tent is a place to relax with your fellow trip members, trade stories, look at pictures just taken that day immediately on your laptops in a warm, dry environment. Afterwards, retire to your spacious warm tent, through large door ways with ample standing room. Relax and place your head on pillows while stretching out on the raised beds with down-filled sleeping bags. We have perfected the art of a remote camp with all the amenities of home. It is your Arctic home away from home.
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