Things to Do in Yellowknife

Hunt for the Northern Lights on a bus tour along the Ingraham Trail. Have your memories captured with photos taken by your guide and enjoy hot beverages and cookies.

Join us on a dogsledding odyssey traversing untouched frozen lakes and picturesque forested portages. Our professional dog mushers will take you step-by-step through this unique northern experience, from setting up the dog team, riding on a sled through the trails, and thanking our amazing furry athletes afterward with some well-deserved cuddle time. After your journey, share your stories from the trail and warm up with a hot beverage in our heated Aurora Station!

Enjoy a unique experience on your Canada holiday when you take this brilliant fishing trip on the icy waters of the Great Slave Lake.

Experience the brilliance of the Northern Lights from the comfort of a cozy cabin. Savor a midnight meal and hot drinks at your Aurora base in the wilderness of the Northwest Territories.

Our expert guides are not only knowledgeable but also passionate about sharing their love for the Northern Lights with you. They know the best spots for viewing and will go above and beyond to ensure you have a memorable experience. We also prioritize comfort and convenience by picking you up directly from your hotel, so you can relax and enjoy the journey without any hassle. Additionally, our small group sizes allow for a more intimate and immersive experience, ensuring that you get the most out of your aurora hunting adventure. Finally, safety is our top priority. Our guides are trained in wilderness first aid and are equipped to handle any situation that may arise, giving you peace of mind as you embark on this incredible journey.

Enjoy an amazing adventure and walk on ice when you take this snowshoeing trip on Great Slave Lake from Yellowknife – it'll be a unique experience!

Enjoy a unique wintertime experience and take a dog sledding tour through the snow forest that surrounds Yellowknife. Get to know local history and culture while warming up in a cabin with tea.

Enjoy this 4-hour hiking day tour at Cameron falls and reconnect with nature and wildlife at its best. On this tour you will encounter some northern wildlife, take in stunning views, and learn about the region and wildlife!

Discover the fantastic Yellowknife Ice Road when you take our brilliant trip through the frozen landscapes of the Northwestern Territories.

There is something for everyone in Yellowknife! With so much to see and do, this tour offers an unforgettable experience for all ages; it is educational, fun and sure to make you fall in love with YK!

Cameron Waterfalls is an exciting way to see the wilderness. The hike is slightly challenging but so worth the hike. The Volcanic rock, black in color makes the waterfalls stand out.

Learn all about the fascinating history of the captivating capital of the Northwest Territories when you take this panoramic bus tour of Yellowknife.

Learn how to etch glass in a fun creative workshop in Yellowknife. Discover the history of the space and organization, watch a demonstration of glass bottle cutting, and create your design on a piece of glassware.

Experience an unforgettable adventure in Yellowknife with your loved ones on Private Northern Lights Searching experience, where you and your party can immerse yourself privately in the breathtaking beauty of the auroras! Enjoy a convenient private hotel pick-up in a comfortable vehicle, led by a knowledgeable photographer guide who takes you to the best spots away from city lights. Learn about solar winds, Earth's magnetic field, night photography and ancient tales that celebrate these lights. Witnessing the northern lights offers a unique blend of education and awe, making it a must for your bucket list and creating lasting memories of the wonders of our universe. Savor complimentary hot beverages and snacks while marveling at the stunning northern lights, creating an enchanting atmosphere. After this awe-inspiring experience, your guide will safely return you to your hotel, leaving you with cherished memories of nature’s spectacular light show. Tour not wheelchair accessible.

Ride a snowmobile through the fabulous icy Canadian landscapes of the Northwest Territories!​ - this is a great adventure for your trip to Yellowknife!

Take a snowmobile tour from Yellowknife through the backcountry. Ride through a winter wonderland and stop for photos with views of the forest and lakes.

Experience a true northern winter adventure on a 1.5 - hours snowmobile tour. Your expert guide will lead you on your adventure through frozen lakes and beautiful wilderness trails surrounding the city of Yellowknife.

Explore the icy landscapes of Yellowknife in the most entertaining way when you take this brilliant husky dog sled tour.

Enjoy a scenic drive along highway to search for bison, in world's largest free roaming herds. The tour takes between 4-6 hours depending on where we see the bison first. Light picnic lunch provided.

The Aurora flares up when charged particles from the the sun interact with the Earth's outer atmosphere. The colors of the Aurora vary based on what layer of the atmosphere is being "excited." The most common color is an eerie green glow. Those Aurora are caused by the excitement of oxygen atoms about 120 kilometers above the Earth's surface. In the central Northwest Territories, the Aurora is visible for an average of 240 nights per year. That's nearly every single night of the late summer, autumn, winter and early spring. Northern lights are polar natural phenomenon, there is 95% chance to see the northern lights if weather is under good conditions but there may be due to weather or other natural factors lead to the Northern Lights cannot be observed or weak, our company assumes no responsibilities about this.

Take our trip to admire the fantastic Northern Lights of the Northwest Territories, one of the most beautiful natural phenomena in Canada.

Enjoy a scenic cruise on our wilderness Ingraham Trail, to our stunning volcanic rock Waterfalls.

Bucket List Coach tours can be totally customized to meet your needs. Meeting Planners, Conference planners, film crews transportation, we can accommodate and help create most itineraries. We also offer SUV service for private small tours. Coach rental $125.00 per hour. SUV rental $75.00 per hour. The minimum rental per day is 2 hours.

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Looking to explore the wonderful, unique and scenic frozen wilderness of northern Canada? Join us on our 3hr Winter Wilderness Hike Tour! Perfect for those guests who live an outdoor active lifestyle and/or for avid amateur and professional landscape photographers.

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Our Aurora Lodge offers a spacious and cozy indoor area where you can comfortably wait for the Aurora without facing the cold or crowded vehicles. Package includes: ️✅24-hour airport pickup ️✅A city tour featuring must-see landmarks such as Pilots Monument, the Visitor Centre (where you can receive a certificate and a small knife), Ndilo, and Old Town. ️✅During the winter, enjoy the Ice Road, and in March, experience the Ice Castle. ️✅Free Aurora photos delivered via a drive link, allowing you to cherish the memories of your trip forever. ️✅Warm and cozy Aurora Lodge viewing, plus Aurora hunting. ️✅Experienced drivers and guides, with commercial vehicles equipped with $2 million in insurance, ensuring a safe and worry-free journey. Note: This tour is not primarily conducted in English but is suitable for English-speaking tourists who are flexible with language.

The Aurora flares up when charged particles from the the sun interact with the Earth's outer atmosphere. The colors of the Aurora vary based on what layer of the atmosphere is being "excited." The most common color is an eerie green glow. Those Aurora are caused by the excitement of oxygen atoms about 120 kilometers above the Earth's surface. In the central Northwest Territories, the Aurora is visible for an average of 240 nights per year. That's nearly every single night of the late summer, autumn, winter and early spring. Northern lights are polar natural phenomenon, there is 95% chance to see the northern lights if weather is under good conditions but there may be due to weather or other natural factors lead to the Northern Lights cannot be observed or weak, our company assumes no responsibilities about this.

Yellowknife is easily one of the best places in the world to observe the aurora! It is also known as the "Northern Lights Capital."Take a look at the beauty of the aurora and if you’re extremely lucky you may even catch an extremely rare yellow-purple aurora! Enjoy an unforgettable 3-day and 2-night amazing tour with a 95% probability of seeing the aurora! Comfortably stay in a 4-star Yellowknife hotel and select any of our classic winter activities from dog sledding to ice fishing. Discover and receive the aurora/Arctic Circle certificates or small badges at the local tourist centers to keep souvenirs of the most beautiful aurora moment! One Room Selection The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers. If you are a party of more than four guests or desire to have separate rooms, please provide a separate booking. Avoid traveling in a different bus? If you have more than one booking, please provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.

Get ready for an exhilarating journey unlike any other; Yellowknife Snowmobiling Ice Cave Adventure Combo! This thrilling three-hour guided experience invites you to explore breathtaking landscapes Embark on the Yellowknife Snowmobiling Ice Cave Adventure Combo! This three-hour guided experience takes you across the sparkling snows of Great Slave Lake on a snowmobile. Enjoy hotel pickup, a safety briefing, and equipment demonstration before setting out through breathtaking arctic scenery to the Yellowknife Ice Cave. After exploring the cave on snowshoes, race back on your snowmobile, stopping for photos at highlights like the Snow Castle and sled through without stopping on some of Great Slave attractions that includes house boats and small islands on the deepest lake in North America and 9th largest lake in the world. Conclude your adventure with a complimentary hot beverage before returning to your hotel. Experience a thrilling blend of excitement and natural beauty at its best!

Experienced and helpful aurora tour guides serve in different languages Clean comfortable Exclusive Aurora Manor with wonderful viewing sights, wide area, clean water, hot drinks and tasted snacks, Free HD aurora photography and technique support, Different aurora viewing lakeside hunting tour 100% valuable aurora tour experiences

The region we travel includes North America's Largest free roaming herds of bison. We are not a park with barriers! We travel alongside the world's 10th largest lake. Minimum participants per booking is 2 people, however we will try our best to arrange the group!

Have a once in a life time experience viewing the spectacular Aurora Borealis inside one of the famous rainbow colored cabins on top of Kam Lake. The cabins are comfortable to seat up to 7. Guests will have an assortment of light snacks and hot drinks. There are total of 5 cabins available for guests to use. Each booking is for a private cabin use. All guests will share the inclusive photography service. Original digital photos are also complementary. The cabin is heated to about 25C or 78F.

At least 1 day time activity per day. Flexible aurora tour to allow comfort and maximum chance of viewing. 3 Included meal. Early Bird Special: Free 4 piece winter clothing rental if bundle is booked at least 45 days before Arrival Day. Winter Clothing includes Parka, Snow Pants, Winter Boots, Winter Mitts. Amazing price compared to individual bookings. No hassle and no worry. Optional Hotel booking arrangement.

Experience the amazing Yellowknife City Tour! With 7+ stops, there is something for everyone in Yellowknife! With so much to see and do, the Yellowknife City Tour offers an unforgettable experience for all ages. Not only will you immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this northern gem, but you'll also get a taste of its unique charm and natural beauty. Get ready to explore a city where every corner holds a new story and every moment is a chance to discover something extraordinary. We can't wait to welcome you to Yellowknife! Private and customized tours may be requested Minimum 2 participants per tour.

Yellowknife Tours has a passion to showcase the history and beauty of the Northwest Territories! Explore the northern culture in beautiful Yellowknife City - Visit the Legislative Assembly, Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, Frontier Visitor Centre or experience a scenic drive through downtown and old town. Make sure to stop at Pilot Monument where you can enjoy Yellowknife City and the old town from a bird's eye view. Please be informed that we may not be able to visit attractions due to unforesseable closures or rest days without prior notice. We appreciate your understanding. Through our city tour, in addition to visiting the various Attractions, we will also introduce you to the features of the various places along the way, during the visit of the New Old Town and the various locations, bring you a better understanding of the development of the town from its origins to the present day, and through an interactive way to get to know the town. The Attraction is closed or can't be visited without prior notice. WhatsApp +18674448179 Verda

This is likely the most exciting and interactive experience for your stay in Yellowknife. This guided tour is fun, exciting, safe and is suitable for young kids to seniors. Thanks to the state of the art Skidoos with heated handle bars, heated helmets, Canada Goose + CKX clothing, along with carefully selected wind sheltering trails. Guest can enjoy the wilderness in comfort even in -40C weather. Clothing is available for rental. Let this tour be part of your forever treasured memory of the amazing arctic adventure.

A short hike of about 1.5 hour through the pristine Cameron Falls Trail to see the waterfall at its source. A chance to see various birds and fauna, including the all wonderful Chaga fungi. After the hike, guests will visit a luxurious lodge by Madeline Lake, and enjoy a great BBQ at a spectacular lakeside setting. After lunch, guests can relax around the lake by swimming or kayaking. Life jackets is available for all adults, but no life guard will be on duty. The entire tour has AC transportation from hotel to hotel, tour pick up around 11:00am and tour will end around 4:00pm.

This is a sport of snowmobiling which is a safe and exciting tour accompanied by a knowledgeable instructor. Enjoy our winter wonderland, explore wonderful trails while going through fresh and beautiful scenery. Click lots of pictures as well for a lifetime memory.

We will pick up our guests at each hotel and take all guests to different lake locations, find a good place to enjoy the aurora viewing and relax on our luxury bus. You will appreciate the northern lights around the lake and see the reflection on the lake when the aurora appears. Our tour guide will also take pictures for all guests and teach them how to use their cameras to shoot the Northern Lights. During the trip, we will also provide guests with hot drinks and biscuits, as well as expertise on the Northern Lights and Yellowknife.

We are local with plenty of Northern stories to share. Our tours are small and the cabin is warm and cozy. We offer a great light midnight lunch that includes hot bannock and local fish chowder. Coffee and several varieties of teas including northern teas. teas is included, you are invited to bring a beverage of your choice such as champagne to celebrate under the aurora. We have fun Northern clothing to dress up for photo ops. Small groups can book entire cabin for private use. Cost is based on price of 12 guests. ******** We must have a minimum of 5 guests to operate tour*********

Embark on a picturesque journey along the Cameron Falls Trail, located east of Yellowknife. Wander through winding paths amidst lush evergreen forests and traverse charming boardwalks. Capture stunning autumn landscapes and allow the serene surroundings to rejuvenate your mind and body. Our 4-hour hiking tour culminates at Cameron Falls, where you'll enjoy a picnic lunch beside the majestic waterfall--free with your tour. Experience the true north's scenic forested trails while indulging in nature's beauty, leaving you feeling refreshed and invigorated. Take the Kimmaren Falls Walkway, located east of Yellowstone.Walk through the lush evergreen forests and cross the charming wooden stalls.Capture the stunning autumn scenery and let the quiet environment inspire your body and soul.Our four-hour hiking tour will end at Kimmaren Falls and we will enjoy a picnic on the side of the magnificent waterfalls.This outdoor experience lets you feel the true northern landscape walkway, immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and feel fresh. WhatsApp +18674448179 Verda

Wonderful and Amazing experience while going through the famous Ingraham trail to view the Northern Lights in our bus. There are lakes with breathtakingly beautiful landscapes on this trail for you to See Experience & Enjoy this wonderful Northern Lights tour with a tour guide who will click pictures for you. This type of tour is an amazing style of tour that increases your chances to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) with spectacular backgrounds and landscapes in your pictures at various lakes with amazing Northern Lights. This is the only Northern Lights tour in Yellowknife where you get "Your" free Pictures and complimentary snack. This tour is cost-effective and provides Pictures, Snacks, Pick & Drop. Important Info: This is a Nature tour. During winter months, Please make sure to dress warm or rent winter clothing from any Tour Operator in Yellowknife.

A fun Winter Activity, Dog Sledding! One of the fun things to do in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Dog Sledding! This is a Quality tour with Northern experience and warm hospitality. Meet a team of friendly dogs. Feel the energy of your dog team while they pull you through snow filled trails in between of a fresh and beautiful nature. Dog Sledding Tour includes Dog Sled, bannock and tea in the cabin, with storytelling and sharing of history, traditions and fur display. Focusing on Indigenous history, traditions in a non-rushed tour. Feel free to click pictures with your dog team or with your favourite dog.

A small group of intimate experience. The tour is full of culture, lore and amazing history. The tour will visit all the major landmarks of Yellowknife, Prince of Wales Heritage Centre, Legislative Assembly, Ragged Ass Road, Pilot Monument,, Bristol Monument and more. Guests will be engaged throughout the tour. The best way to learn about the city of Yellowknife and the Spectacular Northwest Territories.

Enjoy awesome, amazing Aurora with the world's best Aurora Hunting tour company! We are 100% Aboriginal owned, we grew up in Yellowknife, we know Yellowknife, we know Aurora! We will drive to one or more locations to find the best Aurora viewing for you. We are a smaller tour company, we can offer you a more personal Aurora viewing experience. We will take FREE professional photographs of you and Aurora. We have free tripods rental for the smaller tripod and larger tripods available to rent. All tours have hot chocolate and delicious Canadian Maple cookies.

Yellowknife’s best city tour! See the Old Town district of Yellowknife and its historic site, tour the downtown area where we’ll show you the restaurants and souvenir stores and then visit the modern south side of the city to see how this pioneer town has grown. Includes pick-up & drop-off, FREE photos.

Experience an unforgettable 5-day, 4-night adventure in Yellowknife, renowned as the "Northern Lights Capital" with a 95% chance of witnessing the stunning aurora, including the rare yellow-purple display. Stay comfortably in a 4-star hotel and enjoy classic winter activities like dog sledding and ice fishing. Collect memorable souvenirs, such as aurora or Arctic Circle certificates from local tourist centers. For larger groups, each room accommodates up to four guests, and if multiple bookings are made, provide confirmation numbers to ensure you travel on the same bus.

Ice Fishing in Comfort inside warm tent or Cabin. Cabin is usually available between December 20th to March 31st when ice is sufficiently thick. Otherwise warm tents will be available. Guests will experience jig fishing with supervision and participate in a traditional net pull fishing when weather permits. This is the ultimate Ice Fishing Adventure in Yellowknife!

The best of both worlds, Aurora Chasing and Aurora Lodge! This is the Aurora Tour that allow you to have the cake and eat it too! On a cold and clear night, guests will spend more time in a spacious and warm Lodge near Madeline Lake and wait for the aurora show to begin. While waiting, there will be a display of various furs and animal products, guests will also have access to board games, cards, majong, arcades, foosball, and basket ball shooter. Light snacks and hot beverages are also provided. View the aurora in comfort, go to proper washrooms without freezing your butts off in comfort. On a night with roaming cloud, Guests will spend more time driving to clearer location to have better chance to see the Aurora. If the location of the Aurora Chasing is near the lodge, guests may use the lodge to rest and recuperate. Professional photographer will take guests photos and provide original digital photos to all guests at no additional charge.