WTK → KVL

Noatak River Meanders

Stunning views of oxbow lakes and silver water loops immediately after takeoff from Noatak.

Igichuk Hills

Rolling coastal mountains that provide a rugged backdrop to the southern flight path.

Wulik River Delta

The complex network of waterways where the Wulik River meets the Kivalina Lagoon.

Tundra Wildlife

Excellent vantage point for spotting caribou herds or grizzly bears moving across the open plains.

Mulgrave Hills

Distant views of the northern foothills of the Brooks Range stretching toward the Arctic.

Kivalina Lagoon

The massive, shallow lagoon that separates the mainland from the village's barrier island.

Chukchi Sea

The vast expanse of the Arctic Ocean appearing on the horizon as you approach the coast.

Village Approach

A clear view of the narrow spit of land where the isolated village of Kivalina is located.