Discover the Pristine Beauty of Qikiqtarjuaq’s Polar Bear Country

This Arctic Safari takes guests beyond—far beyond—a once-in-a-lifetime experience, immersing them in an awe-inspiring journey through one of the most remote and breathtaking landscapes on Earth.

Set against the backdrop of towering icebergs and endless snow-covered expanses, this adventure offers intimate encounters with polar bears in their natural habitat, a rare privilege that few will ever witness.

Every moment, from the serenity of the frozen wilderness to the thrill of spotting wildlife amidst the vast Arctic scenery, redefines the extraordinary, creating memories that transcend any ordinary travel experience.

Average Temperature

• -40°C to -20°C
• (-40°F to -4°F)
• Daylight - 11 Hours

The Private Journey Experience

With a harmonious blend of wildlife and landscape wonders as our canvas, coupled with polar prestige enhancements, we custom craft extraordinary Private Journeys that deliver unparalleled, never experienced before adventures.

Private Intimate Group Departure

Meticulously crafted by our Arctic experts, these journeys promise experiences that transcend the ordinary, delivering unforgettable moments that go way beyond the once-in-a-lifetime

Our team on Journey Imagineers work wit you to plan the perfect way to experience the Spring Polar Bears and Icebergs of Baffin Island.

Custom Crafted

With Polar Premium and Prestige enhancements our team can assist in experiencing this safari in a way that goes beyond, way beyond a once in a life time experience.

Multiple Private Ways to Experience.

Daily Fly-In Adventures with Day Camps:

A private plane is exclusively available to a client for an entire trip, offering the flexibility to explore multiple locations. Guests will experience 2-3 distinct destinations; each featuring dedicated ground staff to scout and welcome them upon arrival. Each day begins and ends with a return to Iqaluit, allowing for seamless day trips and personalized itineraries. Alternatively, guests may opt to stay at a base camp, flying to additional day camps for even more immersive experiences.

The Experience Benefits:

• Maximized Exploration & Wildlife Encounters: With the flexibility to visit different locations daily, this journey offers unparalleled opportunities to witness a variety of Arctic landscapes and increase the chances of encountering polar bears and other wildlife up close.
• Comfort & Convenience: Returning to the beach house in Iqaluit at the end of each day ensures a comfortable retreat, allowing guests to rest and recharge in a warm, cozy environment while still experiencing the vastness of the Arctic.
• Tailored Adventure & Expert Guidance: The dedicated ground staff at each location ensures a personalized, well-scouted experience, offering expert insights and maximizing safety, making each stop unique and memorable.

Fly-In Expedition Base Camp:

This immersive Arctic adventure begins with a fly-in to a remote base camp, where guests will stay for the entire duration of the trip, fully embracing the wild surroundings. The plane is not held or kept on-site, flying in at the start and out at the end of the journey. Guests can explore the area with the guiding team, while an optional scouting guide group can simultaneously scout the terrain, ensuring a safe and enriching experience.

The Experience Benefits:

• Deep Immersion in a Single Location: Staying at one remote base camp allows for a deeper connection to the Arctic environment, providing more time to explore and appreciate the unique landscapes and wildlife of the area.
• Efficient and Relaxed Travel: With a single fly-in and fly-out, guests can focus entirely on the adventure without the need for daily flights, making it a more relaxed and efficient way to experience the Arctic.
• Personalized & Safe Exploration: The presence of a dedicated guiding team, along with an optional scouting group, ensures personalized attention, increased safety, and a tailored exploration of the surroundings, maximizing both comfort and adventure.

Arctic Tundra Snowmobile Expedition & Base Camp:

Experience the thrill of an Arctic adventure by traversing the tundra on snowmobiles, starting from town and making your way to a remote base camp. No private aircraft are used in this journey, making it a true overland expedition. The itinerary includes two extra days to accommodate the snowmobile journey to and from the base camp. Daily explorations from the camp will be made by snowmobile or boat, offering an immersive and rugged experience. With some luck, wildlife sightings may occur during both the journey out and back, adding to the excitement of the trip

The Experience Benefits:

• Authentic Overland Adventure: This journey offers a genuine sense of exploration as guests traverse the Arctic tundra on snowmobiles, creating an unmatched sense of thrill and accomplishment while immersing themselves in the raw beauty of the landscape.
• Enhanced Wildlife Viewing Opportunities: Traveling slowly overland increases the chances of encountering Arctic wildlife, making the journey to and from the base camp as much a part of the adventure as the destination itself.
• Deep Connection to the Arctic Environment: Without the use of aircraft, this expedition allows for a more intimate and unfiltered connection to the natural surroundings, giving guests a true sense of the rugged, untamed wilderness.

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Trip Itinerary

Our Spring Polar Bears and Icebergs of Baffin Photo Safari is the perfect adventure for professional and keen amateur photographers looking for unique wildlife and landscape photography opportunities, and an authentic Arctic experience in Spring.

DAY 1

Depart Ottawa International Airport for Qikiqtarjuaq. Transfer to local hotel for a hot dinner and overnight.

DAY 2

After breakfast, travel to camp by snowmobile and qamutik (traditional Inuit sled).

DAY 3 - 7

A photographer’s paradise!

Enjoy full-day explorations of the majestic High Arctic wilderness by snowmobile and qamutik, as Inuit guides use traditional expertise to locate and help you safely view polar bears, close-up.  Weather and snow conditions determine the exact route.

Enjoy hot lunches served on the land and gourmet comfort food dinners at camp. Schedules are determined by wildlife and our guests. Enjoy the Northern Lights and great company at night.

Day 8 

After a hot breakfast, enjoy the morning looking for polar bears and capturing a few last memories and photographs. Return to Qikiqtarjuaq, and enjoy dinner. Overnight at a local hotel.

Day 9

Fly from Qikiqtarjuaq to Iqaluit, with views of mountain peaks and ancient glaciers. Then from Iqaluit, you will continue to Ottawa for your journey home.

Accommodations

Tented Safari Camp

While they may appear like a tented camp from the outside, our Tented Safari Camp continues to surprise and delight our guests with its roomy and warm interior. Large and spacious, the specially-designed tents for cold weather are tall enough to stand with ample space for all your cameras and luggage.

Features:

• 2 m (6’ 9”) tall with an interior of 14 m2 (150 ft2).

• All sleep tents are heated with two beds (cots above the floor)

• Central dining/lounge area to dine and relax in with other guests

• Shared washrooms with other guests.

Connect with David Lambert

"I enjoy working closely with clients to understand their goals and preferences, helping recommend Arctic adventures tailored to your interests. Whether you have a specific idea in mind or are exploring different options, I’m here to offer guidance and support throughout the planning process. As an Arctic Safari Specialist at Arctic Kingdom, I draw on more than a decade of experience in the travel and hospitality industry. I look forward to connecting and helping you plan a memorable Arctic experience!" - David

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