Timeline
09:00
Head to the Nattilik Heritage Centre as it opens. Explore the exhibits on Netsilik Inuit culture, including the harpoons and snow goggles collected by Amundsen, and view the first recovered artefacts from HMS Erebus and HMS Terror.
10:00
Walk six minutes from the centre to the Qikiqtaq Co-Op. Pick up groceries, camping supplies, or snacks to fuel your exploration of the area.
10:45
Northwest Passage Territorial Park
Walk 17 minutes to the Northwest Passage Territorial Park. Start with the first area at the Nattilik Heritage Centre, then continue into the park to see the six areas that detail the history of the Northwest Passage and Amundsen’s successful passage.
Local tip
The Co-Op carries practically everything locals need, including hunting and camping supplies, so it is a useful stop if you plan to spend time outdoors.
Check before you go
- The Nattilik Heritage Centre opened in 2013, so hours may vary; check the route for current opening times.
- Qikiqtaq Co-Op hours are not specified in the context, so verify opening times before visiting.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Gjoa Haven (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).