Canada's High Arctic region is vast, boasting more landmass in the Arctic area than any other nation. However, it harbors a relatively sparse population. Encompassing territories in the Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut, this remote expanse comprises over 35,563 islands within the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. Among these, Baffin Island stands out as the fifth-largest island globally. Bounded by the Beaufort Sea to the east, the Arctic Ocean to the northwest, and Greenland, Baffin Bay, and Davis Strait to the east, its southern limits extend to Hudson Bay and the Canadian mainland.
This terrain is characterized by boundless mountains, glaciers, tundra, remote rocky coastlines, towering granite cliffs, and expansive bodies of water awaiting exploration. The wildlife in this area is awe-inspiring, offering remarkable opportunities for observation. From polar bears and grizzly bears to muskoxen, beluga whales, harp seals, walruses, and various migratory bird species, the diversity of wildlife in Canada's High Arctic is astounding. Here, at the northernmost reaches of the world, nature has crafted an array of unique wonders in astonishing diversity. You'll encounter the same sense of awe and discovery experienced by early explorers as they navigated the challenging bays, inlets, and channels of this region.
In this exhilarating itinerary, we follow the natural pathways of the sea and ice to unveil the cultural, historical, and geographical treasures of the area. Our goal is to approach the most remote stretches of this rugged and seldom-visited landscape, revealing its unparalleled beauty.
Ultramarine offers an unprecedented array of adventure options, including thrilling activities like helicopter flightseeing, providing an unmatched polar adventure. Witness the magnificent wildlife thriving in this unforgiving territory. From towering cliffs to preserved ancient forests, striking glacial formations to breathtaking alpine vistas, expansive waterways to serene shores, Canada's Remote Arctic presents an unparalleled encounter with a mysterious and enchanting region that few have the opportunity to witness.