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Add to SafariWhen comparing Reykjavik, Iceland vs Nunavik, Quebec, Canada, the Slant community recommends Reykjavik, Iceland for most people. In the question“What are the best travel destinations to see the Northern Lights?” Reykjavik, Iceland is ranked 1st while Nunavik, Quebec, Canada is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Reykjavik, Iceland is:
While the city is a great place to see the lights, it also has plenty more to offer so you can really pack your trip full of fun excursions. You can see filming locations of Game Of Thrones, go to the geothermal spa, or check out the Phallological Museum.
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Pros
Pro Plenty to do besides the Northern Lights
While the city is a great place to see the lights, it also has plenty more to offer so you can really pack your trip full of fun excursions. You can see filming locations of Game Of Thrones, go to the geothermal spa, or check out the Phallological Museum.
Pro Lots of options for tours
Because Reykjavik is such a popular destination to see the Northern Lights, there are a variety of options available for Northern Light tours.
Pro Very accessible
Due to the increasing popularity of Reykjavik as a tourist destination, there are frequent (and affordable) flights to the city.
Pro Very little light pollution
Being so large which such a small population, there is very little light pollution. This gives you a very clear view of the Northern Lights.
Pro Great place for the winter adventurer
If you enjoy outdoor winter activities, Nunavik has plenty to offer. There isn't much in the way of guided tours, so you have to be willing to do some independent adventures.
There is plenty of fishing and hiking, lots of chances to get out on the water, and plenty of wildlife to see. You can get a feel for the activities in Nunavik here.
Cons
Con Expensive food and accommodations
Though the flight to Iceland is generally cheap, the expenses there tend to be quite high.
Con Sparlsey populated/remote
There is only 12,000 people living in Nunavik, an area of 443,684.71 km2 . Communities are isolated and spread out, and the only way to get to Nunavik is by air (there are no roads connecting Nunavik to southern Quebec).
Con Very little tourism infrastructure
There are very few tours/packages available and limited accommodations, so you have to be willing to really plan out your trip and look after everything yourself.
