About the Port
At the point where Hudson Strait meets the northeastern reaches of Hudson Bay, the Digges Islands rise in dramatic rocky cliffs, largely untouched by development. These formations provide vital nesting sanctuary for large colonies of seabirds and haul-out grounds for walrus, while polar bears range across the surrounding coastline and pack ice, making the islands a storied stop for Arctic wildlife viewing.
Access is by small boat, as no piers or settlements exist on this uninhabited outpost, and landings depend entirely on ice and weather conditions. Zodiac cruising along the base of the cliffs offers close views of nesting birds and marine mammals in a landscape defined by stark rock, open water, and shifting Arctic light. Travelers should come prepared for cold, wind, and the unpredictable rhythms of a truly wild and remote destination.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Digges Islands.
Zodiac Cruise the Seabird Cliffs
Small boats thread the base of the sheer rock walls where thousands of nesting seabirds wheel overhead, a scene only accessible by water since no landings exist here.
Scan for Walrus Haul-Outs
Keep binoculars ready along the rocky shorelines and ice edges, where walrus gather in numbers rarely seen elsewhere in the region.
Watch for Polar Bears on the Ice
This remote coastline and its pack ice are prime range for polar bears; scan distant floes and rocky points from the boat for a chance sighting of this Arctic icon.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Digges Islands
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2027 | Atlas Ocean Voyages | World Navigator | 16 | $19,399 | |
| Aug 15, 2027 | Atlas Ocean Voyages | World Navigator | 14 | $16,999 | |
| Sep 10, 2027 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 17 | $28,448 | |
| Jul 29, 2028 | Atlas Ocean Voyages | World Navigator | 16 | $18,095 | |
| Aug 13, 2028 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 31 | $56,875 | |
| Aug 14, 2028 | Atlas Ocean Voyages | World Navigator | 14 | $15,193 | |
| Aug 27, 2028 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 17 | $28,695 |