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Which side of the plane to sit from Cambridge Bay Airport (Cambridge Bay) to Gjoa Haven Airport (Gjoa Haven)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more intimate view of the rugged Victoria Island coastline and the complex geography of King William Island during the descent.
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Victoria Island Shoreline
Striking views of the craggy, desolate coastline of one of the world's largest islands.
Dease Strait
A narrow waterway filled with ice floes in winter or deep indigo waters during the brief Arctic summer.
Royal Geographical Society Islands
A cluster of remote, low-lying islands visible in the Queen Maud Gulf.
King William Island Coast
The final approach offers a clear view of the tundra landscape where the Franklin Expedition met its fate.
Choose a window seat on the left for the best orientation toward the mainland and coastal features. In late summer, the lack of snow reveals intricate patterns of thermokarst lakes. Morning flights offer a crisp, low light that emphasizes the topographical textures of the barren tundra.
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Queen Maud Gulf
Expansive views of the open Arctic waters, often scattered with drift ice even in warmer months.
Migratory Bird Sanctuary
Distant views to the south of the vast mainland wetlands that host millions of birds annually.
Jenny Lind Island
A small, isolated island that serves as a key landmark in the middle of the Queen Maud Gulf.
Gjoa Haven Entrance
View the sheltered harbor where Roald Amundsen wintered during the first Northwest Passage transit.
The right side is ideal for spotting large-scale ice formations and the vastness of the Arctic Ocean. Polarized sunglasses are essential to reduce the intense glare from the sea ice or the reflective water. Watch for the change in water color as you cross from the deep gulf into the shallower waters near the community.
Book Hotels in Gjoa HavenDistance: 376 km (234 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: YCB (69.1081008911, -105.138000488)
Arrival: YHK (68.635597229, -95.8497009277)
Route Type: Domestic
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