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You Watched it on the Amazing Race Canada, Now Come Experience it For Yourself

This summer, The Amazing Race Canada is bringing millions of viewers to the Northwest Territories, showcasing the rugged beauty and vibrant culture of Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk in the Western Arctic. But that’s just the beginning.

From Arctic coastlines and wild waterfalls to Indigenous communities and wide-open tundra, there’s a whole North waiting to be explored. Here you will find travel ideas, inspiring stories, and unforgettable experiences across the NWT.

Tune in Tuesday, July 29 at 9 pm on CTV, CTV.ca, or the CTV app to catch the breathtaking winter scenes of Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk in episode 4 of The Amazing Race Canada Season 11! Missed the live episode? Stream it the next day on Crave.

Inuvik

Arts, Wildlife & Northern life

Welcome to the gateway to the Beaufort Delta. This is a place where you can find thriving northern arts and culture, remote rivers and wilderness, incredible Arctic wildlife and where you can bask in the relaxing rays of the midnight sun. Welcome to Inuvik.

Explore Inuvik

Tuktoyaktuk

Touch the Arctic Ocean

This community of about 900 people takes its name from the Inuvialuktun word meaning ‘resembling a caribou’ and welcomes visitors from all over the world who tour the nearby pingos, sample traditional food like muktuk, and dip their toes in the chilly waters of the Arctic Ocean.

Discover Tuktoyaktuk

Drive to the Top of the World

The ultimate road trip

The Dempster Highway and its northern extension to Tuktoyaktuk are among the most legendary drives in the world. Journey through rugged mountain passes, wide-open tundra, and boreal forest before reaching the Arctic Ocean – the only road in Canada that takes you there.

Drive the Dempster

Stories of the Western Arctic

Discover the people, culture, and landscapes that bring the Western Arctic to life.
Go beyond the race and into the heart of the Western Arctic. These stories highlight the people, rich traditions, and the stunning landscape of Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk, and beyond, offering a deeper look at what makes this part of the world so spectacular.
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Guided experiences. Local hosts. Breathtaking locations.

Ready to see the NWT Arctic for yourself? These packages make it easy. Whether you’re looking to explore by boat, road, or snowmobile, each itinerary is crafted by experienced Northern operators who know the land, the wildlife, and the stories. Find the trip that matches your pace and your sense of adventure.
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Plan your NWT Adventure

How to get to the NWT

Fly or drive from major cities

The Northwest Territories is closer than you might think. Direct flights connect Yellowknife to major hubs like Toronto, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver. From Yellowknife, you can access much of the NWT, like Inuvik, by air. If you’re driving, reach the NWT via highways from Alberta or British Columbia. You can also access the Arctic Ocean by road using the scenic Dempster Highway from the Yukon.

Explore by road

Explore by air

The Best Time to Visit the NWT

Choose your season

Each season in the Northwest Territories offers something different. Summer brings the midnight sun, warm temperatures and access to open water, incredible camping, and spectacular hikes. Fall offers crisp days, golden landscapes and the return of the Aurora. Winter brings even more Northern Lights and is ideal for experiencing dogsledding, snowmobiling and ice roads. And with authentic Indigenous experiences year-round, regardless of the season the NWT delivers.

The When, Where, and What of NWT

There is more to explore across the NWT

Culture, Adventure and Wilderness

The Western Arctic is just the beginning. Across the Northwest Territories, you’ll find roaring waterfalls, vibrant Indigenous communities, pristine lakes, wild hiking trails and the world’s best Aurora. Go paddling on wild rivers, take in festivals and food, or relax at a remote lodge under the stars. Wherever you go in the NWT, spectacular experiences are waiting.

Discover the Northwest Territories

Let us guide you through all the spectacular things you can experience in the Western Arctic.