Parks & Special Places From the lush green valleys of Katannilik Park to the wild rapids of the Coppermine River, find out about Nunavut's territorial parks, heritage Rivers and other special places.
Find out how to get to the park, where to stay, local arts and crafts, and find a guide or outfitters who can take you to the park.
Traveling
Getting There
No roads lead to Nunavut; our Territory is accessible only by air and sea.
First Air and Canadian North both fly regular daily schedules from four main southern airline ‘hubs’: Ottawa, Montreal, and Edmonton (via Yellowknife and Rankin Inlet). Flights from Winnipeg (via Churchill and Rankin Inlet) are also available.
- First Air: www.firstair.ca
- Canadian North: www.canadiannorth.ca
First Air flies from Iqaluit to Cape Dorset every day. Please check with the airline for schedule changes.
In summer, local outfitters will take groups of up to three people on the 10-minute boat ride across the inlet for about $75. For an additional $75 or so, the guide will include a tour of the island's historic sites, wildlife and plants, as well as tea and bannock. Guides may also supply local foods such as caribou, char or seal.
Hiking to Mallikjuaq is a 45-minute trek from Cape Dorset to the northwest tip of Dorset Island and across the tidal flats of Tellik Inlet. This hike - which is only possible at low tide - is recommended for agile walkers prepared for slippery, algae-covered rocks and innumerable puddles. Hikers should plan their trip in keeping with the tides. Check with the Mallikjuaq Park Visitor Centre in Cape Dorset to find out about the tides.
Make arrangements well in advance of a trip to Cape Dorset. Finding a guide on short notice is sometimes difficult - contact the Mallikjuaq Park Visitor's Centre or Hamlet Office for information on guides, tides and walking trips to Mallikjuaq. If hiking without a guide, inform someone of travel plans, such as the local Royal Canadian Mounted Police detachment or the hotel, if a guest.
Where to Stay
Kingnait Inn
Ph: (867) 897-8863
Fax: (867) 897-8907
Website: www.bakerlakehotel.com
Huit Huit Beach House and Guest House
Ph: (867) 897-8806
Fax: (867) 897-8434
Email: huithuit@capedorsettours.com
Dorset Suites
Ph: (867) 897-8806
Website: www.dorsetsuites.com
Polar Lodge Hotel
Ph: (867) 897-8548
Fax: (867) 897-8894
Outfitters/Guides
Huit Huit Tours offers eco-cultural tours to Mallikjuaq by boat, or hiking.
Ph: (867) 897-8806
Fax: (867) 897-8688
Email: huithuit@capedorsettours.com
Website: capedorsettours.com
Aiviq Hunters and Trappers Association
Ph: (867) 897-8978
Fax: (867) 897-8214
Siqiniq Outfitting Inc./Siku Diving
Ph: (867) 897-8851
Fax: (867) 897-8410
Email: tkperry@yahoo.com
PEN Outfitting
Ph: (867) 897-8652
Fax: (867) 897-8645
Email: qpeter@nunanet.com
Siku Outfitting
Ph: (867) 897-8186
Arts and Crafts
Visit the West Baffin Eskimo Cooperative to see vibrant arts and crafts from the community, or watch local carving and printmaking at the gallery or throughout the hamlet.
West Baffin Eskimo Cooperative
Ph: (867) 897-8944
Fax: (867) 897-8049
Email: wbec@interhop.net
Travel Information
A main stop for cruise ship passengers en route to Mallikjuaq Territorial Park in Cape Dorset, the Mallikjuaq Park Visitor Centre displays artifacts portraying the history of Dorset and Mallikjuaq islands. Start here to arrange your trip to the Park.
Mallikjuaq Park Visitor Centre
Ph: 867-897-8996
Nunavut Tourism
Nunavut Tourism can provide detailed information on your trip to Nunavut. Visit their website to request your copy of the Nunavut Travel Planner.
Ph: 1-866-NUNAVUT (686-2888)
Email: info@nunavuttourism.com
Website: www.nunavuttourism.com
