Tamaarvik Territorial Park Shoreline offers a convenient shore-entry point located a short walk from the hamlet of Pond Inlet. This site features a kelp forest environment within the shallows, providing a controlled area for snorkellers to observe the underwater topography. The water temperatures in these Arctic conditions range from -2C to 4C throughout the year, requiring appropriate thermal protection. The site is suitable for beginners looking to practice in a relatively safe, accessible location. Toilets are available for visitor use near the park area. Due to the extreme environment, cold water remains the primary hazard for all participants.

Sermilik Glacier, located on the southern coast of Bylot Island, offers a unique opportunity to observe the underwater structure of Arctic ice. Divers and snorkellers can explore the area near the glacier face, which is frequently populated by small ice fragments known as bergy bits. Access to this site requires a boat, as it is situated 25 kilometres from the shore. Conditions are challenging, with water temperatures ranging from -2C to 4C and moderate currents. Due to the extreme cold, significant depth, and strong currents, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Visibility is variable, reaching up to 15 metres.

Oliver Sound (Kangiqluruluk) is a narrow fjord located within Sirmilik National Park, defined by its towering cliffs and active tidewater glaciers. This site offers wall and drift diving opportunities in a dramatic, sheltered landscape. Due to the extreme environment, water temperatures range from -2C to 5C, and conditions include potential hazards such as strong currents, down currents, and low visibility. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for advanced divers. The habitat supports various cold-water marine life and invertebrates typical of this Arctic region. Snorkellers may explore the base of the glaciers in this unique, high-latitude setting.