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Old Jan 15, 2018, 10:01 pm
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eigenvector
 
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Thanks OP for bringing this topic up.

I've been to Qikiqtarjuaq (YVM) on points to hike in Auyuittuq National Park. Managed to get a group of four up there, all on awards, by staggering our arrivals a bit (and using both carriers - 7F and 5T).

I can recommend Qik, Pangnirtung and Pond Inlet all as destinations that would be nice for a casual visitor who isn't necessarily going to do "serious" outdoor stuff like backpacking, overnight kayaking or mountaineering. There's basic tourist facilities (hostel-ish place for $250 or so per night, but many northern communities have nothing), tour operators who can take you out in a boat for the day to see the scenery and a beautiful natural setting.

Pond Inlet is also a nice destination for those who want to get as far north as possible but still actually have something to see/do when they get there.

Pangnirtung from above


Looking up the fjord from Pangnirtung


Qik

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