• The Complete Nunavik Experience - Ungava Polar Ecotours

    6 Nights / 7 Days

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  • See the biggest tidal currents in the world
  • Witness unique animals in their natural habitat
  • See the world famous northern lights in all their beauty
  • Immerse yourself in the daily life of Inuit community and culture

Fly from the UK to Montreal. There are a number of direct flight options. Ask us for competitive fares.

Included: 

  • Accommodation for 6 nights
  • Meals: All meals beginning with dinner on
  • Day 1 and ending with breakfast on Day 7
  • Guided experiences led by local guides including: wildlife viewing, Northern Lights observation in season (September), Inuit community and Culture immersion, boat tours, fat bike excursion, guided interpretive hike, ATV bike tour, culinary experience
  • All ground transportation throughout the itinerary
  • Flights between Montréal and Kuujjuaq;
  • Flights between Kuujjuaq and Tiercel
  • Island in twin Otter aircraft, including baggage (see Special Notes for details)
  • Provincial taxes and Federal GST

Not Included:

  • International flights
  • Gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance

Guests will stay in one of 5 large shelters that accommodate 2 people, constructed of rigid, sturdy fiberglass that is completely waterproof and resistant to wind noise. The shelters are 14 ft / 4.2m in diameter and are each equipped with 2 single beds or a double bed (2 single beds pushed together), one toilet, a vanity sink and counter, a desk and seats to relax in. Each shelter has individual heat/temperature control that guarantees a “glamping” experience even on the coldest nights in Nunavik. There is a shared bathroom that includes a shower.

LENGTH: 6 nights


PRICE: From £1,260 per person, based on two people sharing. Single supplement available on request. 


DATES:

Daily Departures Year Round


INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY: Montreal, Quebec


ROUTE:

MONTREAL - Mont Tremblant - Saint-Alexis-des-Monts - Quebec City - La Baie - Saint-Gedeon/Lac Saint Jean - Tadoussac - Riviere-du-Loup - SHERBROOKE

Wildlife

Nunavik has an incredible variety of animals, both on land and in the water, inhabiting this wild tundra, including Polar Bears, Black Bears, Muskox, Seals, Belugas, Caribous and Birds.

Fishing

Flying over to the Ungava Bay rewards amateurs with fishing ventures in lakes and rivers filled with Atlantic salmon, arctic char, and many varieties of trout.

Culture

Proud of their unique ancestral heritage, the Inuit of Nunavik are more than happy to share their way of life with visitors keen on discovering their vibrant culture.

National Parks

Nunavik’s national parks are natural havens where visitors come to appreciate a vast region that has kept its natural features, landscapes, and wildlife intact.

Overview

For the true explorers out there, this All-Inclusive package provides the chance to explore further and go faster. Featuring both ATV and Bike tours, guests will be treated to some truly breath-taking areas of wilderness that rarely experience any human contact. 


Guests are free to explore and take in all that Nunavik has to offer. From the fantastic arctic wildlife to the majestic rivers scattered across the landscape, the region is filled with interesting places to explore and friendly people to help guide you there. 


Day by Day Itinerary


Day 1 |  Montreal to Juujjuaq / Tiercel Island

Departing from Montreal at 10:00 onboard Canadian North, your 2 hour flight arrives in Kuujjuaq where you are met by a representative from Ungava Polar Tours. Assisting with your transfer of luggage to the twin-otter plane, you depart on a short scenic flight to the habitat site on Tiercel Island.


After a welcome greeting upon landing, board a vehicle for a short drive to the dome accommodation camp where you get checked in and prepare for a week of adventure! After an orientation by the coordinator, take some time to relax before dinner and drinks by the fire.


Dinner included.


Overnight on Tiercel Island. 


Day 2 | Tiercel Island / Boat Tour and Wildlife Viewing

After breakfast, your first full day of adventure starts with an amazing boat tour around the Gyrfalcon Islands.


This unique experience is the perfect opportunity to view and photograph wildlife, such as polar bears, muskoxen, caribous, seals, birds and maybe even whales.


Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.


Overnight on Tiercel Island.


Day 3 | Tiercel Island / Hiking and Cultural Immersion

The day will start with a hike to explore the island with a deeply knowledgeable Inuk guide. Discover and learn about this ancient culture while visiting several different sites.


This unique, interactive experience is the perfect occasion to fully immerse yourself in the authentic sounds of the land and its people.


Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.


Overnight on Tiercel Island.


Day 4 | Tiercel Island / Fatbike Excursion

Today your Inuk guide takes you on a unique adventure around the island, this time on a wide-tired, all-terrain durable fatbike.


Using this efficient mode of transportation, the tour is able to reach every corner of the island for a truly comprehensive overview of the diverse and dramatic landscapes.


Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.


Overnight on Tiercel Island.


Day 5 | Tiercel Island / Boat Tour and Wildlife Viewing

Today you take to the water again with your guide and group for a second boating excursion around the islands.


This day on the waves provides a second chance to view the everchanging landscapes and perhaps spot some of the more elusive wildlife inhabitants.


Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.


Overnight on Tiercel Island.


Day 6 | Tiercel Island / Excursion and Boat Tour

A last day of adventure features an ATV tour on the island and a final boat excursion, allowing your guide to share his experiences and observations about this incredible region.


A farewell delicious gastronomic meal will be served, followed by drinks under the Northern Lights and next to a warm fire.


Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.


Overnight on Tiercel Island.


Day 7 |  Day of Departure / Kuujjuaq / Tiercel Island to Montreal

After breakfast, a fond farewell to your hosts before boarding the twin-otter plane for a return back to Kuujjuaq, followed by a connecting flight landing in Montreal at approximately 17:30.


Breakfast included. 

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