Set out on a small-group specialist vessel to seek humpback and minke whales feeding in the glacially cold waters of Prince Christian Sound. A marine biologist guide turns every breach and fluke into a lesson in Arctic ecology.
What to expect
From the moment the engine slows you'll scan the mirrorlike Sound for the misty blow of humpbacks rising against a glacier backdrop. The guide narrates feeding behaviour, migration patterns, and the health of this sub-Arctic ecosystem in real time. On lucky days, a humpback breaches within 50 metres, drenching you in salt spray. Minke whales slice past the bow so quickly you'll understand why binoculars are essential.
Good to know
Book the private charter option for the most flexible, unhurried experience. Bring layered waterproofs — wind chill over the water can be fierce even in summer. Check all-aboard timing with your ship; most whale-watching departures are 3–4 hours. Binoculars and a long lens are strongly recommended.