Cast a line into the crystal-clear Arctic waters that Inuit have fished for thousands of years, targeting Arctic char — one of the most prized and beautiful cold-water fish on Earth — in the bay the Inuit call Ikaluktutiak, 'the good fishing place.'
What to expect
You board a small private vessel and glide out across waters that see virtually no fishing pressure by global standards. Your Inuit guide reads the water with an expertise honed across generations, positioning you on the precise runs where Arctic char gather. The strike of a char — vivid pink-fleshed, brilliantly coloured — is electrifying. Between casts, scan the shoreline for seals, Arctic fox, and nesting shorebirds. The wilderness scale of the landscape, with no other vessel in sight, is profoundly humbling.
Good to know
Fishing licences are required and are typically arranged by the operator — confirm at booking. Catch-and-release is standard; if keeping fish, confirm local regulations. Wear full waterproof outerwear and layered thermals. Departs from the Cambridge Bay waterfront; allow 3–4 hours. Book well in advance as private charters are limited.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Cambridge Bay — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.