YELLOWKNIFE NORTHERN LIGHTS ADVENTURE
Overview
The Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The city of Yellowknife lies directly underneath the aurora oval, giving an unparalleled front row seat to this most astonishing of natural wonders. Yellowknife is known as the Aurora Capital of the World and is also a winter wonderland with many adventures to experience such as dog-sledding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and more.
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Itinerary
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change due to unforeseen (weather) conditions.
Depart to Yellowknife
- Depart for Yellowknife. Flights can be arranged through Discover Canada Tours from your preferred departure city based on available schedules.
- Once you land in Yellowknife, you will be greeted at the airport by your friendly Yellowknife guide and transferred to your hotel for check in.
- Evening free to explore Old Town and dinner at leisure depending on your flight arrival.
- 8:55 pm: Transfer to Aurora Village for a chance to watch the Northern Lights. You’ll have a warm (shared) Teepee to use throughout the night and a guide to tell you when the lights appear (weather permitting). Transportation returns at 1am to your hotel.
Yellowknife
- Today you will have your day time activities scheduled, including Dog Sledding (15 minutes), and a Snowshoeing experience (60-75 minutes). You can also enjoy unlimited use of the Giant Slide and marshmallow roast and campfire to warm up in between. Return transfers to your hotel this afternoon.
- 8:55 pm: Transfer to Aurora Village for a chance to watch the Northern Lights. You’ll have a warm (shared) Teepee to use throughout the night and a guide to tell you when the lights appear (weather permitting). Transportation returns at 1am to your hotel.
Yellowknife
- Today you will have an Ice Fishing demonstration (available January to March).
- 6:25 pm: Transfer from your hotel. Enjoy a 3-Course dinner included tonight at Aurora Village before the Aurora viewing starts at 9 pm until 1 am.
Return from Yellowknife
- This morning is free to enjoy Yellowknife. You may wish to walk around Old Town and pick up some souvenirs or book an optional tour. Two of our favourite restaurants are Bullock’s Bistro and NWT Brewery Company/ Woodyard Brewhouse & Eatery.
- Transfer to airport and depart Yellowknife to your return city. Flights can be arranged through Discover Canada Tours to your preferred destination based on available schedules.
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Highlights
- A chance to experience the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
- Enjoy Yellowknife, known as the Aurora Capital of the World and a winter wonderland.
- Many adventures to experience such as dog-sledding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and more
Inclusions
3-nights hotel accommodation- Roundtrip airport transfers in Yellowknife
- 1 3-course dinner at Aurora Village
- Ice fishing demonstration
- Included activities:
Clothing rental including pants, jacket, boots and gloves along with a souvenir balaclava to take home
3-nights hotel accommodation
Roundtrip airport transfers in Yellowknife
Included activities:
Clothing rental including pants, jacket, boots and gloves along with a souvenir balaclava to take home
