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Our Recommendation
9.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a front-row seat to the Arctic Cordillera, featuring some of the world's most dramatic fjords, towering granite cliffs, and vast glacial systems along the Baffin Island coast.

Left Side Highlights
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Baffin Mountains

Dramatic views of the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Arctic Cordillera stretching along the coast.

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Sam Ford Fiord

One of the most spectacular fjords on Earth, known for its sheer vertical granite walls rising from the sea.

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Remington Glacier

Vast tongues of ice flowing from the interior ice caps down toward the coastal valleys.

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Gibbs Fiord

A deep, winding waterway flanked by massive cliffs and hanging glaciers.

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Oliver Sound

Breathtaking views of the narrow coastal inlets as the plane begins its descent into Pond Inlet.

Book a window seat on the left for the entire journey to witness the verticality of the Baffin coastline. During summer (June-August), the 24-hour daylight provides perfect visibility at any hour. In late spring, look for the striking contrast between the dark rock and the remaining white snow in the couloirs.

Right Side Highlights
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Iceberg Alley

Baffin Bay is a primary corridor for massive icebergs calving off the Greenland ice sheet and drifting south.

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Baffin Bay Expanse

The deep blue waters of the Arctic Ocean, often filled with intricate patterns of drifting pack ice.

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The Floe Edge

In late spring, the boundary between land-fast ice and open water is visible, a prime spot for spotting marine life.

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Bylot Island

As you approach Pond Inlet, look northeast for the spectacular glaciers and peaks of Sirmilik National Park.

The right side is ideal for photographers interested in the geometric patterns of sea ice and the scale of Arctic icebergs. Use a polarized filter to cut through the glare from the water and ice. During winter months, this side offers the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis over the open ocean.

Top Activities in Pond Inlet
Route Information

Distance: 411 km (255 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 41 min

Departure: YCY (70.4860992432, -68.5167007446)

Arrival: YIO (72.6832962036, -77.9666976929)

Route Type: Domestic

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