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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the rugged Nunavut mainland, including the intricate maze of inlets, rocky tundra, and the dramatic opening of Chesterfield Inlet.

Left Side Highlights
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Chesterfield Inlet

A massive, fjord-like waterway that stretches deep into the mainland, providing a stunning contrast between dark water and rocky shores.

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Kivalliq Tundra

View the ancient Canadian Shield terrain, characterized by sparse vegetation, granite outcrops, and thousands of tiny kettle lakes.

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Permafrost Polygons

Look for unique geometric patterns in the earth created by the freezing and thawing of the Arctic permafrost.

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Wildlife Corridors

The coastal plains are part of the caribou migration routes; sharp eyes might spot movement across the barren lands.

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Wager Bay Approach

As you head north, the terrain becomes more dramatic with higher elevations and steep coastal cliffs leading toward Naujaat.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see the mainland's geography. During summer, the 24-hour daylight means any flight will have visibility, but late afternoon sun provides the best shadows to highlight the tundra's texture. Watch for the dramatic transition as you cross the Arctic Circle just before landing at Repulse Bay.

Right Side Highlights
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Roes Welcome Sound

The expanse of water separating the mainland from Southampton Island, often filled with drifting pack ice even into July.

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Marine Life Sightings

This area is famous for Bowhead whales and Narwhals; scanning the blue water or ice edges can be incredibly rewarding.

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Cape Fullerton

A historic site visible on the coast where whalers once wintered, marked by a complex coastline of small islands.

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Hudson Bay Horizon

The vast, seemingly endless eastern horizon over the world's largest inland sea, offering incredible pastel colors at dawn or dusk.

The right side is ideal for spotting marine life and ice formations. In winter, look for the 'ice blink' on the horizon. If flying in late autumn, this side offers the best views of the aurora borealis if the flight is after sunset, as you look out over the dark expanse of the Sound.

Top Activities in Repulse Bay
Route Information

Distance: 498 km (309 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 50 min

Departure: YRT (62.811401367200006, -92.1157989502)

Arrival: YUT (66.5214004517, -86.22470092770003)

Route Type: Domestic

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