25 EXPERIENCES to change your life
Once in a lifetime, or more if you are lucky, there comes an experience so pure and natural that it creates a perfect moment, etched on your soul forever. As our lives become increasingly faster, the luxury of these ideal moments grows ever rarer. At Rapid Lake Lodge these are the experiences that we help you to find.
Let us know your selection of trip ideas and we’ll propose you an experience package vacation.
IDEA # 1
Fish the famed Ungava Arctic char
The east coast of Ungava Bay is a fishing paradise for Canada’s arctic char.From the ice breakup, it is possible to fly-fish arctic char that easily beat the size of many salmon. An expert fly fishing guide will be at your side at all times to help you discover the secrets to catching these feisty salmonidae.
Fly Fishing: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/peche-a-la-mouche/
IDEA # 2
Watch polar bears in action
The best way to watch the largest land carnivore on the planet, the “polar bear,” is by traveling the wild coasts of Ungava and Labrador by floatplane. Stop in their hunting grounds and watch them from a distance. Our “Authentic Nunavik Safari” is the perfect trip for you to photograph the formidable great white bear.
Safari : http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
IDEA # 3
Photograph giant ice mountains
Icebergs are giant, turquoise and emerald sculptures that just beg to be photographed. On our safaris, these giant ice mountains along the coast of Ungava and Labrador will take your breath away. A one-of-a-kind ice show.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari : http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
IDEA # 4
Listen to the deafening sound of the falls
In the Torngats Mountains Park, there are many waterfalls taller than the Eiffel Tower. Some falls are wide curtains of water thundering down over rocky cliffs while others are thin streams of water, gently falling like angle hair. Visiting these amazing sites, you’ll discover breathtaking arches, gullets and basins carved into the rock.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 5
Fly fish different species of fresh water fish
Over the course of the last twenty years, we have found incredible places where you can fly-fish or use conventional casting rods to fish for different species of freshwater fish. Take advantage of this occasion to fish for brook trout, lake trout, landlocked salmon and landlocked arctic char.
Fly Fishing: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/peche-a-la-mouche/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
IDEA # 6
Visit a mysterious German ghost town
You will not believe your eyes! Hebron has an incredible history. Walk in the steps of the Moravian missionaries that came from Germany in the 1800s. Discover mysterious remains, such as a Gothic-style church, century-old houses, tens of open-sky tombs, and all with a spectacular view of the Labrador Sea.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
IDEA # 7
Explore the fjords on the Labrador coast
The impressive fjords in Torngat Mountains National Park provide visitors with one of the most striking landscapes found on earth. The mountainous Labrador coast is carved by several glacier valleys with sheer walls rising over 4500 feet. We will guide you through the confines of these immense sheer walls for you to experience an exceptional adventure in mountain flying.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 8
Climb Mount D’Iberville
The highest summit East of the Rockies is Mount D’Iberville, towering 5420 feet over the Quebec and Labrador border. On the main peak, you can see a cairn built by a mountaineer. On the East side of the peak, you can observe the Minaret glacier dating back to the last ice age.
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 9
Walk on a glacier
In the Torngat Mountains, the arctic zone stretches further south than in any other place in the northern hemisphere. The glacial arctic current preserves many small glaciers dating back to the last ice age. Walk on a glacier to relax and collect some ice for your evening drink.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 10
Migrate with the caribou
Spend one day on the tundra walking with thousands of caribou. The first sight of the long processions of caribou stretching several kilometers will leave you totally amazed, and a walking safari in this exceptional place is unforgettable. In July, after a long winter, thousands of caribou return to give birth on the George River plateau. The area is well known to amateur and professional photographers in search of a subarctic wildlife photo safari.
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 11
Camp in the heart of the arctic tundra
Imagine yourself, alone, in the heart of the arctic tundra. The immense peninsula of Quebec and Labrador is the perfect spot for wilderness camping and to discover the exotic Canadian Arctic. Set off on an adventure and pitch your tent on the edge of a wild, unnamed lake. Discover the magnificent landscape, dotted with fjords and mountains. Early in July, experience midnight sun and watch the massive caribou herds roam the great outdoors.
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 12
Spend your vacation in Indiana Jones style
You don’t need to have studied archeology to pretend you’re Indiana Jones. The fjords along the Torngat Mountains are awash with archeological sites from the nomadic Thule and Dorset cultures. Walking along the fjords, you’ll surely discover ancient tombs and ruins, eerie remnants of these extinct civilizations.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 13
Go on an Air Safari
Do you dream about discovering the Great Canadian North and having a once-in-a-lifetime experience piloting your floatplane/helicopter. In July, book your seat on the famous Rapid Lake Lodge air safaris. During your flight, fly over the Arctic Cordillera, the Labrador Sea and the east coast of Ungava. Just follow our guide plane with our naturalist interpreter and discover the vastness of these glacier landscapes, which are some of the most spectacular in North America.
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
IDEA # 14
Discover the geological history of the earth
There aren’t many places on earth like the Torngats Mountains. This region, a prime example of the quaternary era, offers an astonishing array of geological features and processes in one place. The region has one of the most beautiful wild coasts in the world.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 15
Collect rare arctic plants
During your next visit to Nunavik, bring your camera and create your own wild flower collection. This is also an unparalleled opportunity for culinary lovers to gather the succulent arctic wintergreen, wild mushrooms, Labrador tea and many other edible plants.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
IDEA # 16
Hike the torngat mountains
Imagine spending an entire week hiking through the oldest mountains in the world. Rapid Lake Lodge will help you discover the best kept secrets in the Torngats Mountains and Kuururjuaq national park. On the extreme north of the Quebec and Labrador Peninsula to the Hebron fjord, you will find yourself surrounded by fjords and lunar landscapes.
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
IDEA # 17
Sit back and relax in the heart of the subarctic tundra
When your floatplane touches the water of Rapid Lake, you will officially be 100 miles from civilization. Rapid Lack Lodge is a place to sit back and enjoy some once-in-a-lifetime experiences. From fly fishing to safaris to visiting natural wonders, a visit to Rapid Lake camp is a connoisseurs-only experience.
Fly Fishing: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/peche-a-la-mouche/
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
IDEA # 18
See the highest tide in the world
When you see the highest tide in the world, you will be amazed by the inexorable force of nature. The tides in Ungava Bay rise up to (17 m/55 ft) fill the sea so quickly that it forms breathtaking reverse falls. During high tide, watching this natural phenomenon is spectacular.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
IDEA # 19
Photograph birds during their nesting period
Whether you are an expert birdwatcher or just curious about your surroundings, watching and photographing birds is a fun activity. A simple pair of binoculars will bring you closer to the world of wild birds and let you observe their behavior.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
IDEA # 20
Go on a wildlife photo safari
No need for a never-ending amount of equipment! All that you need is a good 35 mm camera with a 300 mm zoom and you’ll take magazine-worthy pictures.
Safari: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/safari/
IDEA # 21
Kitesurf on the lakes of the great north
The tens of thousands of lakes in Nanavik offer infinite space for kitesurfers. Peace and quiet guaranteed!
IDEA # 22
Explore the tip of the continent at “land’s end”
Explore the tip of the continent and discover mysterious sites. The northeast tip of North America is one of the least known regions of Canada. Inhabited by the Inuits for more than 3,500 years and visited by the Vikings in 1000, the region is full of ancient mystery. In 1981, a German weather station dating back to the last World War was discovered and many sites are still unexplored to this day.
Nature & Wildlife: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/nature-et-etendue-sauvage/
Trek & Expeditions: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/trek-expedition/
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/
IDEA # 23
Snowmobile Nunavik
Are you dreaming of adventure and want to explore the ice and snow? The Quebec’s Great North is known for its amazing landscapes with fjords and mountains. Take off with your friends under the guide of an expert guide and discover miles of snowy forests and snowcapped peaks. During your trip, you’ll sleep in the heart of the tundra in a cozy tent and watch the magnificent aurora borealis.
IDEA # 24
Go where no man has gone before
With hundreds of rivers and tens of thousands wild lakes to explore, Quebec’s far-north is an incomparable adventure land. Go on a canoe camping trip and explore where no man has gone before. Make some fascinating discoveries; observe a rare species of tundra dwelling bears, an unusual colony of fresh water seals and live all the experience of being the first to bring back unique photos.
Canoe & Kayak: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/canot-kayak/
IDEA # 25
Discover Quebec and Labrador by floatplane
Here is an original way of travelling that will catch your eyes. Get aboard a float plane with an experienced bush pilot and fly away to Quebec and Labrador’s far north. Between Schefferville and the Ungava Bay, fly over the world famous George River to discover the scenic grandeur of the subarctic tundra. Your eyes will be carried towards distant landscapes where you will discover the Ungava Bay, the Torngat Mountains, the Labrador Sea and at the 60th parallels the northeast extremity of North America.
Bush Flying: http://www.rapidlake.com/en/forfaits-par-themes/aviation/