Experience Genuine Dene Culture

6 Days 5 Nights Dehcho Dene Immersion

Why North Star Adventures?

Join Joe and his team at North Star Adventures Ltd. on a culturally immersive journey into Dene lands, history and community life. As a 100% Indigenous-owned company, we’re proud to welcome you to our home — not through scripts or textbooks, but through the stories passed down by our Ancestors. These teachings come from lived experience and a deep connection to the land we call Denendeh (Northwest Territories).

On this immersive 6-day experience, you’ll:

• Discover Dene History & Traditions
  Learn about Dene spirituality, laws and our special connections to the land through visits with Elders, knowledge keepers and community leaders.
• Reflect on the Residential School Legacy
  Stay in Fort Providence, where the first residential school (est. 1860) in Denendeh once operated. Visit the Memorial to honour survivors and remember those lost – an emotionally powerful and healing experience
• Travel the “Dehcho” – Mighty Mackenzie River by boat
  Visit a traditional culture camp, enjoy local food and hear stories told by respected Dene Elders about life in the old days. In the evening, we may witness a sacred Dene Drum Dance celebration.
• Connect with Kakisa Village Life
  Visit the small Indigenous community of Kakisa (pop. 37). Enjoy a fresh, local-harvested fish lunch, connect with residents and learn village life in a truly authentic Indigenous community.
• Visit Behchokǫ̀ – Northwest Territories’ Largest Dene Community
  Meet a traditional family who are master artisans. Watch them create the Dene drum, hear the stories behind the Drum.

At North Star Adventures, you’re not just taking a tour, you’re on a journey that connects you with the land, the people and the history of Dehcho Dene.

Why Book This Tour?

• Authentic Cultural Immersion
• Deep History & Reconciliation
• Scenic Nature & Wildlife
• Artisan led Experience
• Small Group, Big Memories

What’s Included?

• VIP Personal Airport Pick-up and Drop-off service
• Experienced Indigenous Guides
• Comfortable Accommodations in Yellowknife and Fort Providence
• Storytelling and Culture Activities
• Traditional Culture Camp Experience
• All Meals & Snacks Included
• Buffalo Viewing Experience
• Boat Ride on the Mighty Mackenzie River (Dehcho)
• NSA Memory Package – Free Professional Photos
  **Please advise us of any food allergies

Important Notices

• Moderate Physical Activity
  Includes boat travel, hiking and community visits – appropriate for active individuals.
• Cultural & Emotional Respect
  Include visits to solemn sites; we ask participants to listen deeply and respect local customs.
• Travel Insurance Required
  Due to the remote nature and limited group size of this experience, we strongly recommend purchasing personal travel insurance. Please note that flight delays, cancellations, or personal changes of plans are not covered by our cancellation policy. Travel insurance will help protect your investment and offer peace of mind.

Ready to Join?

Spaces are limited and fill quickly. Book your Dehcho Dene Experience today to connect deeply, learn meaningfully and journey into the heart of Canada’s North.

Contact us: info@northstaradventures.ca

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