Nunavut

Pangnirtung Fjord of Auyuittuq National Park – gap year Arctic trips (IV)

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After wrapping up our time in Pond Inlet on the north shore of Baffin Island, we made a connection through Iqaluit and arrived at the Inuit village of Pangnirtung (aka Panniqtuuq), which is nestled deep within a fjord of southeastern Baffin Island. Pangnirtung: “the place of the bull caribou” Pangnirtung is located on the Cumberland … Read more

First impressions of Baffin permafrost tundra – gap year Arctic trips (II)

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We took a trip to Baffin Island (i.e. “Qikiqtaaluk” in Inuktitut, meaning “very big island“) in August 2025, exploring lively permafrost, ancient rock formations, and spectacular Arctic fjords, while also getting a glimpse of the unique lifestyle of Inuit people today. This trip was overflowing with fascinating and thrilling experiences, far too many to capture … Read more