Overview
Experience the magic of the Arctic skies with this unforgettable 4 Nights / 5 Days Northern Lights adventure in Yellowknife, Canada. Known as one of the best places in the world to witness the Aurora Borealis, this tour combines thrilling aurora viewing experiences, Indigenous cultural encounters, frozen ice cave explorations, and scenic winter landscapes. Stay in the heart of Yellowknife while enjoying guided excursions, cozy aurora cabins, and authentic northern Canadian experiences
Highlights
- 3 Nights Northern Lights Viewing
- Aurora Viewing on Great Slave Lake
- Aurora Village Experience with Heated Teepees
- Explore Ice Caves of Yellowknife
- Traditional Dene Cultural Experience
Itinerary
Yellowknife is the capital city of the Northwest Territories. On arrival, transfer to The Explorer Hotel, Yellowknife’s largest full service hotel, where you will spend the next 4 nights and relax.
Dinner at local restaurant
Aurora Viewing via Snow-Tracking Van to a cabin on Great Salve Lake. Depart 9:30 pm return 1:30am
Night Stay: Niagara Falls Meals: Dinner
Buffet Breakfast at the hotel
Aboriginal Cultural Tour:
Take this Dene journey through the communities of Yellowknife, Dettah and N’dilo. Be introduced to the Dene people and the significance of their land and cultural traditions. Visit B. Dene Adventures’ camp to share Dene culture, art and foods. Listen to the beat of the traditional drums and join the excitement of traditional Dene Hand Games.
Dinner at local restaurant
Aurora Viewing via Van to a cabin on the Ingraham Trail
Enjoy the warmth of a crackling wood stove, hot beverages and snacks at a designated location on the Ingraham Trail. This northern lights tour package includes return transportation from your hotel, leaving Yellowknife at 9 pm and returning approximately 1:30 am.
Buffet Breakfast at the hotel
Ice Caves Tour (3 Hours)
The tour begins with visit to the Mining Heritage Site at the old Giant Mine to enjoy the ravens playing along the Back Bay cliff and soak up some history. From there, it is off to the secret ice cave, known to locals, to strum a song on the icicles and capture its flowing beauty with our cameras. A short distance from the ice cave is Yellowknife’s old Cemetery where we can enjoy its quiet beauty with a view onto Great Slave Lake and the Old Town. Hiking poles and anti-slip devices for your boots will be provided.
Dinner at local restaurant
Aurora Viewing at Aurora Village
Relax and take in nature’s most spectacular show in comfort. Aurora-viewing comes complete with warm, wood stove heated teepees, and hot beverages.
Buffet Breakfast at the hotel
City Tour
Dreams of gold began in Yellowknife in 1934 when a couple of prospectors discovered the precious metal. Join local experts on a tour of the City and learn about the building of this gold mining town to the diamond capital it is today. You will also see local art and learn about the history and culture of the people that make this area unique. This tour is approximately 2 hours in length and showcases highlights of the City. This tour can be adapted to accommodate specific interests.
Optional Dog Sled Activity
Travel across the land as northern Aboriginals had once exclusively done – by dog team! Our huskies are a traditional dog team, pulling wood and canvas sleds for an authentic Aboriginal experience. Watch the world whiz by from the comfort of our traditional sleds as our dogs work Together to take you on an exhilarating and safe ride along our beautiful wooded trail.
Dinner at local restaurant
Buffet Breakfast at the hotel
Today transfer to Airport for departure flight
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Accommodations in Yellowknife - 4 nights
- Transfers to Hotel/Airport on Seat in Coach Basis
- 4 buffet Breakfasts and 4 Local Dinners
- 3 Evenings of Aurora Viewing
- City tour of Yellowknife on Seat in Coach Basis
- Aboriginal tour on Seat in Coach Basis
The Cost Excludes
- Airfare, Visa, any kind of personal expenses.
- Winter Clothes Rentals**
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
