Glide to Pond Inlet's legendary floe edge — the razor-thin line where sea ice meets open water — and witness narwhals surfacing feet away, alongside ringed seals and swooping seabirds. This is one of the rarest wildlife encounters on Earth.
What to expect
Suited in dry gear or a warm expedition layer, you board a rigid inflatable and navigate Eclipse Sound toward the shifting ice margin. Your Inuit guide reads the ice and sea like a map, positioning the Zodiac for intimate encounters with narwhals — tusks gleaming above glassy water. Time at the edge is unhurried; you may spend an hour drifting in near-silence. Return to the hamlet with photographs and memories that no wildlife documentary can replicate.
Good to know
Floe edge conditions are seasonal (late June–early August best); confirm availability with the operator before your port call. All-aboard times in Pond Inlet are typically tight — book a half-day morning slot and confirm duration fits your ship's schedule. Dress in full thermal layers; operator supplies dry suits or flotation suits. Pre-book well in advance as local guide capacity is extremely limited.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Pond Inlet — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.