Prince Leopold Island, Nunavut, Canada Cruises

Prince Leopold Island, Nunavut, Canada Cruise Port

• The Prince Leopold Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary is where to see protected multiple species that make this area so important in the way of wildlife preservation (by permit only). Encompassing the entire island and surrounding waters, the sheer and high cliffs are what make the island ideal for breeding various seabirds. Among the many types to spot are the black guillemot, northern fulmar, and thick-billed murre.
   
• While birds are plentiful, you'll only find one mammal here on a permanent basis - the collared lemming, and only a small number of these to boot. Keep a sharp eye out though, because several animals have been spotted wandering the island, such as the Arctic fox, Arctic hare, and Peary caribou.
   
• While there aren't many animals on land, the waters nearby are full of marine life. Whales are plentiful, including beluga and bowhead whales. You'll also see polar bears and bearded seals searching for food supplied by the Barrow Strait and Lancaster Sound.
   
• The Arctic scenery is a thing to behold, especially gazing at the island from the sea. The vertical sandstone and limestone cliffs can rise up to almost 700 feet above sea level, and the smooth, flat-topped surface is a geological wonder.