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YYH → YHK
Which side of the plane to sit from Taloyoak Airport (Spence Bay) to Gjoa Haven Airport (Gjoa Haven)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the St. Roch Basin and the Rae Strait, providing a direct visual of the historic maritime path taken by explorers like Roald Amundsen.
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St. Roch Basin
A vast expanse of Arctic water that remains frozen for much of the year, offering incredible white-on-blue textures.
Rae Strait
The narrow passage between Boothia Peninsula and King William Island, famous as the route of the first successful Northwest Passage navigation.
Arctic Ice Floes
Intricate patterns of shifting pack ice and icebergs that create a surreal, geometric mosaic on the water's surface.
Gjoa Haven Settlement
As you descend, catch a glimpse of the remote community tucked into the natural harbor of King William Island.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the interaction between the sea ice and the rugged coastline of the Boothia Peninsula. During the 'Midnight Sun' months (May-July), the lighting is constant, but in late summer, the low sun creates dramatic shadows across the pressure ridges in the ice. Look for the distinct blue meltwater pools on top of the ice during July.
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Barren Lands Tundra
The stark, treeless landscape of the Boothia Peninsula, characterized by permafrost and ancient rock formations.
Shepherd Bay
A wide coastal indentation on the western side of the peninsula with unique shoreline erosion patterns.
Rasmussen Basin
A shallow maritime area that serves as a critical habitat for migratory birds and Arctic marine life.
King William Island Interior
The flat, pond-riddled interior of the island where the tragic Franklin Expedition met its end.
The right side is ideal for observing the interior topography of the Arctic islands. Use polarized sunglasses to better see the numerous kettle lakes and pingos (ice-cored hills) that dot the landscape. If flying in the fall, watch for the subtle color changes in the moss and lichen, which turn the tundra into a carpet of deep reds and oranges.
Book Hotels in Gjoa HavenDistance: 136 km (85 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: YYH (69.5466995239, -93.5766983032)
Arrival: YHK (68.635597229, -95.8497009277)
Route Type: Domestic
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