Dundas Harbour, Devon Island, Nunavut

Dundas Harbour, tucked at the rugged southeast edge of Devon Island—the largest uninhabited island on Earth—reshapes the idea of a cruise port with a stillness that feels almost otherworldly and a beauty that is at once stark and sublime. What sets it apart is not simply the scenery but the intimate, off-the-beaten-path experiences that unfold ashore: guided visits to 1000-year-old Thule sites, tent rings and middens that whisper of enduring survival, and the haunting RCMP outpost ruins that mark a rare human footprint in this remote landscape. Guests step onto a coastline where deep crevasses etch the mountainsides, a panorama of pale ice and wind-scraped rock that invites awe and photo opportunities that feel almost cinematic—the famous Talluruti vistas you can glimpse from comfortable shore lines. The port also serves as a gateway to unforgettable destinations along Devon Island’s southeastern coast, from seabird-rich cliffs to quiet coves where you can listen to the silence of the Arctic sea. Our expedition ships—built for polar conditions with ice-class hulls and a nimble fleet of Zodiacs and kayaks—prowl these waters with a seasoned team of naturalists and Arctic historians who deliver short, accessible talks and on-water briefings, turning every excursion into a storytelling voyage. Onboard services match the remote grandeur: heated observation lounges with 360-degree views, hands-on photography workshops, cuisine that showcases northern flavors and ingredients, and ample space for onboard learning and relaxation after a day of shore landings. Dundas Harbour isn’t just another stop on a cruise itinerary; it’s a living classroom and a frontier experience where Canada’s Arctic frontier is revealed in layers of geology, culture, and history, redefined by the pace of exploration, the comfort of expedition ships, and the shared curiosity of travelers drawn to one of the world’s most pristine coastal landscapes.