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Remote Winter Retreat in Canada’s Aurora Capital Getaway!

Far from roads or city lights, this comfortable backcountry lodge is the perfect setting to enjoy pristine wilderness and watch the Aurora Borealis!

If you’ve never experienced winter in Canada’s great north, you’re in for a treat with this getaway to remote Blachford Lake. Spend your days exploring the 20 km of groomed trails by ski or snowshoe, head out on the lake to try ice fishing or opt for a winter hike to spot northern wildlife. At night, watch the Aurora Borealis dance overhead as you soak in the hot tub or relax on one of the on-site Aurora viewing decks or indoor viewing lounge.

Every stay is unique! Your itinerary may vary depending on weather, Aurora activity, and seasonal conditions making each visit a one-of-a-kind northern adventure. And if you’ve chosen a longer stay, you’ll simply have more time to discover the magic of Blachford Lake Lodge.

Included:

  • Roundtrip airfare between Vancouver and Yellowknife on Air North
  • 1 pre-lodge night and 2 post-lodge nights at the Explorer Hotel (or similar) in Yellowknife
  • Complimentary airport transfers / hotel shuttle
  • Blachford Lake Lodge includes:
  • Round-Trip Air Charter: Return transfer from Yellowknife to Blachford Lodge via a scenic bush ski-plane
  • Accommodation: Comfortable lodge room or cabin with daily housekeeping service
  • Meals & Refreshments:
  • Three delicious, chef-prepared meals served daily
  • Complimentary snacks, juice, and coffee available throughout the day
  • Activities & Equipment:
  • Two guided activities daily
  • Option to participate in different handicraft activities
  • Yoga equipment available for personal use
  • Aurora Watch service nightly until 03:00 am
  • Aurora photography instruction
  • Use of seasonal equipment: combined 25 km of groomed cross-country ski and hiking trails, snowshoes, skis, skates, fat tire bikes, kick sleds and ice fishing equipment
  • Lodge Amenities & Facilities:
  • Use of hot tub, sauna, tipi, bonfire pits, and more at your leisure
  • Use of dining room, Aurora viewing lounge, fireplaces, northern library, bathrooms with showers, basins and toilets, open decks
  • Basic Wi-Fi package (250 MB/day, additional internet packages available for purchase)
  • 1 Night of guided aurora viewing at Aurora Village
  • Winter clothing Rental
  • Gratuities
  • Applicable taxes

Not Included:

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Meals other than mentioned above
  • Snowmobile tours & guided fishing tours
  • Travel insurance
  • Items of a personal nature

For more information and our Terms and Conditions please click here.

Dene Way Adventures

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Dene Way Adventures is owned and operated by Herman Gahdële.

Dene Way offers land-based trips and cultural learning rooted in Łutsël K’é Dene knowledge, language, and teachings. We operate primarily in Thaidene Nëné (the East Arm of Great Slave Lake), with departures also available from Yellowknife, on Chief Drygeese Territory (Yellowknives Dene First Nation).

Herman wants to create safe, respectful opportunities for people to experience the land through the Dene worldview he learned from his grandparents, family, and Elders. Having grown up traditionally on the land, he looks forward to taking people out, sharing his knowledge, and spending time together on the water, on the land, and along the winter trails.

We offer day boat trips, fishing lessons, and multi-day adventures on the water with world-class fishing. Travel with Herman along his ancestral routes as he shares Dene stories, teachings, and traditional knowledge, while experiencing a traditional camp on the land. We also offer snowmobile guiding, school programs and community workshops.

If you’re looking for a day on the water or a longer experience on the land, please reach out to learn more about our guided adventures and custom experiences here.

2-Bedroom Cedar Log Cabin

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Castaways Cottages & Campground sets itself apart by offering year-round cottage rentals located right along the sandy south shores of the Great Slave Lake. The Northwest Territories are renowned for their breathtaking Northern Lights in the cooler months and spectacular Midnight Sun in the warmer months, Hay River being the perfect location year round. Let Castaways Cottages & Campground be your home north of the 60th parallel!

Our charming 2-bedroom cedar log cabin has 2 queen-size beds and can comfortably accommodate up to four guests, providing a relaxing and cozy atmosphere during your stay. This cozy cottage includes a large jacuzzi tub, fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, and an outdoor deck, making the perfect spot to watch the northern lights dance across the Great Slave Lake.

Midnight Sun Summer

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Lush boreal forests, sparkling freshwater lakes, and nearly endless daylight. Summer at Blachford Lodge is defined by long, golden evenings and immersive days in the Northwest Territories wilderness. From June through August, guests experience the magic of the midnight sun, with up to 20 hours of daylight to explore, unwind, and reconnect with nature. Paddle across pristine lakes, hike through vibrant taiga landscapes, and enjoy the stillness of a remote, off-grid setting.

Included in All Summer Packages

  • Return air charter (bush plane on skis or floats) Yellowknife to Blachford Lodge
  • Accommodation (lodge or cabin) with daily housekeeping
  • Three delicious meals per day, prepared by our in-house chef
  • Snacks, juice, tea and coffee throughout the day
  • Use of seasonal equipment: fishing, canoeing, kayaking, SUP, boating, bird
  • watching, interpretative walks
  • Use of boats, motors and fishing gear (un-guided)
  • Use of hot tub, sauna, tipi, bonfire pits, etc. at your leisure
  • Handicraft activities
  • Yoga equipment for personal use
  • Use of Lodge Facilities: dining room, Aurora viewing lounge, fireplaces, northern
  • library, bathrooms with showers, basins and toilets, open decks
  • Basic luggage allowance of 50 lbs per person, including your carry-on baggage

Not Included:

  • Travel insurance
  • Guided fishing tours
  • Transfers and accommodation in Yellowknife

Payment Terms:

  • Prices are quoted and payable in Canadian dollars
  • A deposit of 50% of the total package price is required to confirm your booking.
  • The balance will be due 60 days prior to arrival.
  • We accept direct deposit, e-Transfer, Bank Draft, credit card via Flywire, or wire transfer

Cancellation Policy:

  • Deposit is refundable until 61 days prior to arrival except for an administration fee of $1000
  • 60-0 days prior to departure, trip is non-refundable
  • Bookings with our Prepayment Offers (with additional 5% or 10% discounts) cannot be cancelled and are non-refundable

Northern Legends Fishing Adventure

Northern Legends Fishing Adventure – 9-day | 8-night itinerary for fishing Blachford Lake, Francois Bay, Grace Lake, Magrum Lake, and Slave River Mouth at Great Slave

Venture north for a world-class fishing adventure at Blachford Lodge and beyond, where pristine Canadian waters and trophy catches meet the comfort of a full-service wilderness lodge. Over nine unforgettable days, explore the fishing paradise of Blachford Lake and Great Slave Lake, two of the Northwest Territories’ most renowned angling destinations. Cast for monster Lake Trout up to 43 lbs and Northern Pike up to 32 lbs in crystal-clear waters or reel in Walleye and Whitefish on remote nearby lakes. With scenic fly-outs, guided excursions, sauna and hot tub evenings, and an option for an overnight wilderness campout, every day offers excitement or relaxation. Through our catch-and-release program and expert guides, you’ll enjoy sustainable, top-tier angling and all just a short float-plane flight from Yellowknife.

Included:

  • All airport transfers in Yellowknife
  • 1-night accommodations in Yellowknife
  • 7 nights’ accommodations and Blachford Lodge
  • Float plane transfers between Yellowknife and the lodge
  • All meals while at the lodge
  • 2 x fly-out fishing experience
  • Up to 8 hours of daily guided fishing on Blachford Lake on non-fly-out days
  • Services of fishing guides and lodge staff
  • Use of boats & all boat fishing experiences on Blachford Lake
  • Use of Kayaks, canoes, SUP, Fat tire bikes, and lodge activity equipment
  • Overnight camp experience

Not Included:

  • Fly-out fishing to the East Arm
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips, gratuities, and personal expenses
  • Additional costs associated with weather and/or weather-related delays
  • Flights to and from Yellowknife
  • Hotel in Yellowknife post trip
  • Travel or medical insurance

To learn more about our payment terms and cancellation policy please visit our website, or to find out more click here.

Overnight Tour to Husky Lakes

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Overnight Tour to Husky Lakes: Depart in the afternoon and arrive in the evening, enjoy dinner upon arrival, and spend the night at a cabin in Husky Lakes. The next day, have brunch before departing in the early afternoon and returning in the evening.

Helpful Info + What’s Included

  • This overnight tour includes all meals, snacks, clean and warm blankets and sleeping bags in a loft and a warm and authentic ambiance
  • Includes dog sledding and snowmobiling to the cabin along with outdoor activities at the cabin
  • The itinerary and departure times can be discussed during the booking
  • Additional activities – Hikes along the lake shore, fishing in the early morning, campfire at night
  • Other accommodations including Bed and Breakfast are available in the community
  • Additional winter, spring, and summer activities are available upon request (igloo building, sliding, ice fishing, community interpretative tour by bus or by snowmobile, etc.)

Group bookings can include tours, activities, accommodations, and food catering. Call Michèle at 867-340-0123 for more information and to book for your group.

Winter Aurora Package with Hotel

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Aurora Dream Tours is more than your average tour guide. We are here to show you a new and exciting way to explore new destinations. Whether you’re looking for a private tour or would like to join an organized experience with other travelers, we want you to have fun while learning something new about the world. Our Winter Aurora package with hotel includes the following:

  • 1 night Aurora hunting tours by car, 4 hours each night with different locations, starts at 10pm.

  • 1 night Aurora Viewing in both Dream Cabin & Aboriginal Teepees, 4 hrs per night, starts at 10pm.

  • 2 nights accommodation (Choice of Upgraded Hotel, Inn’s Level Hotel or 5-Star Lakefront Airbnb).

  • Free hotel WIFI

  • Airport pick up and drop off.

  • All tour transportations.

  • 3 days & 2 nights Canada Goose jackets, pants, gloves and Baffin boots.

  • Provide free Aurora photo taking services each night.

  • All Aurora Tours with our experienced English and Chinese speaking tour guide.

Helpful Notes:

  • Packages do not include the airfare, Meals and optional activities, please let us know if you need assistance, we will do our best to assist you.

  • To look at our Terms and Conditions and cancellation policy please see here. 

Spring in the Boreal Wilderness

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Looking for a thrill and a bit of a challenge? Spring in the NWT is the ideal time to see bears from Cinnamon, brown, blonde, and jet black bears can be found in this area. The NWT holds thousands of square miles of boreal wilderness, providing ample habitat for bears. Observing these magnificent animals in their natural environment is an unforgettable experience.

At this time of year it’s common to see multiple bears a day and on a “bear day” when the conditions are favorable 5-12 bear is normal, Most bears are solid black, to black with a white blaze, Our bears will average 5 1/2 – 6 feet squared with the monster boars going 7 feet.

Getting Here

Your starting destination city is Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada. You will need to fly into Yellowknife the day before on an early flight and depart the day after.

Dates

  • May 4 – May 11
  • May 11 – May 18
  • May 18 – May 25
  • May 25 – June 1
  • June 1- June 8
  • June 8 – June 15

For more detailed information and to explore our other packages, please click here.