Baffin Island is the largest member of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. It is not only the largest island in Canada, but also the fifth largest island in the world. This location is perfect for sustaining polar bear families. The seals (‘ringed’ and ‘bearded’) are abundant on the coat of the Pond Inlet — one of the few Inuit villages along the northern coast — meeting Lancaster Sound. They make their breathing holes on the borders between the pack ice and sea ice, creating ideal feedings grounds for the polar bears.

This time of year also offers the best possible visibility, as it is right before the water warms up enough to trigger a huge plankton bloom that turns the water from clear blue to murky green. This explosion of microscopic life is triggered by the rapid growth of algae spurred by
long hours of daylight and warming summer waters. Bowhead whales will be arriving in anticipation of this living feast of krill, copepods, and other tiny crustaceans, affording us a rare opportunity to join them in the water as these huge animals draw sustenance from some of the
smallest creatures in the sea.

We book small groups for a variety of reasons. Overcrowding is a chronic problem for photographers looking to capture natural animal behaviors and unique images, and our small expedition size ensures that will never be an issue. It also means that each guest will have a uniquely personal experience and the absolute best chances possible to capture rare images. Most importantly, a small group is far less likely to disturb animals in comparison to a large one, and this is critical for the sustainability of the activity.