Wildlife at the Floe Edge in Baffin Island

^{Photo Credit: Michele Valgerg}

Travel to the world's edge, where the Arctic Ocean meets the ice near Pond Inlet, and discover wildlife found nowhere else.

From May to June, the floe edge—known as the "line of life"—becomes one of the most spectacular ecosystems on Earth. Here, seals, walruses, narwhals, polar bears, bowhead whales, and flocks of Arctic seabirds thrive.

This lively ecosystem comes to life in the spring as the Sun stays out longer, melting the ice and reaching algae that have been stuck under the sea-ice all winter. With this burst of solar energy, the algae wake up, kicking off a chain reaction that attracts marine life eager for a springtime feast.

Guided by local Inuit experts, journey by snowmobile and qamutik (wooden sled) to a comfortable base camp near the floe edge. Each day offers a chance to head out into the wilderness to observe wildlife, explore the stunning icy landscapes, and experience the endless daylight of the Arctic spring.

Explore more:

• At the Edge of the World: A Floe Edge Safari on Baffin Island (blog)

• Snorkeling at the Floe Edge (article)