YKL → YVP

Iron Ore Pits

Visible immediately after takeoff from Schefferville, these massive open-pit mines show deep red earth and industrial scale.

Glacial Lake Mosaic

Thousands of unnamed, crystalline lakes create a 'shattered glass' effect across the subarctic landscape.

Koksoak River Bends

As you descend into Kuujjuaq, the massive river provides a dramatic guide path with wide, sweeping meanders.

Caribou Trails

Look for thin, etched lines in the moss and lichen, which are historical migration paths used by the George River caribou herd.

The Tree Line

Observe the ecological transition as the boreal forest thins into the shrubby tundra of the Nunavik region.

George River Valley

To the east, the drainage basin of the famous George River creates a rugged, hilly horizon.

Permafrost Polygons

Look for distinct geometric patterns in the soil caused by the freeze-thaw cycles of the underlying permafrost.

Kuujjuaq Township

A great view of the largest village in Nunavik, its colorful roofs contrasting against the harsh northern environment.