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Two people backs turned on a North Star Adventures fishing experience on the Great Slave Lake in the NWT.

100% Indigenous owned! 

Experience the spirit of the untamed Canadian north with a 100% Indigenous owned tour company.

Journey with an Indigenous tour company that still lives by the traditions of our ancestors. Feel the heartbeat of the land as we share the stories, wisdom, and spiritual connections that have been passed down from generation to generation.

Experience what it’s like to truly live in harmony with nature—where moose and caribou replace steak, and fresh fish beats fast food any day. The land is our supermarket, providing everything we need. We’re excited and humbled at the same time to invite you to be part of this extraordinary way of life.

In a world that moves fast, we are proud to keep our customs and traditions alive, embracing new opportunities yet honoring the old ways. Join us and hear how we continue to follow our ancestors’ wisdom, weaving it into every tour, every story and every experience.

This isn’t just a tour—it’s a transformative connection to something timeless, something real. Are you ready to experience it?

What Do We Offer?

At North Star Adventures, we offer a variety of authentic Indigenous experiences that connect you to the land, its people, and our traditions.

Aurora Hunting Tours

We are the world’s first Aurora Hunting tour company, offering the best Aurora Borealis experiences in Yellowknife. Our tours give you a 98% chance of seeing the Northern Lights when it’s clear sky, all while traveling in our comfortable 26-passenger buses or 12-passenger vans.

  • Aurora Seasons:
    ○ Summer: August 15 – October 15
    ○ Fall: October 16 – November 30
    ○ Winter: December 1 – April 20

We also offer multi-day Aurora Packages and once-in-a-lifetime, off-the-grid northern Canada adventure expeditions.

Cultural and Nature Tours

Explore the rich heritage and stunning landscapes of Yellowknife and the Northwest Territories with our range of tours:

● Yellowknife Sightseeing City Tour
● Indigenous Storytelling Tour
● Scenic Drive Nature Hike (Only Summer)
● Buffalo Viewing Experience
● Winter Nature Hike (Only Winter)
● Indigenous Ice Road Tour (Only Winter)
● Indigenous Dogsled Tour (Only Winter)

Every tour offers an authentic Indigenous perspective, inviting you to connect with the deep cultural traditions of the Dene people.

Adventure Packages

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Canada’s North with our multi-day tours for
Summer Season:

● Arctic Ocean Cultural Expedition (6days)
● Mackenzie Nahanni Expedition (7days)
● Mackenzie Arctic Expedition (10days)
● Decho Dene Cultural Experience (5days)
● Arctic Indigenous Expedition (13days)

Book Your Tour Today

Ready to explore the wonders of the Canadian North? Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that combines nature, culture, and the spirit of the land. Visit our website for more details and to book your tour with a 100% Indigenous-owned company.

Arctic Circle Drum

2 people take a photo at the Arctic Circle Drum sign in the NWT

Stop off and see the territory’s newest roadside attraction at the geographical edge of the Arctic Circle. Just 37 kilometres outside of Fort Good Hope, on the winter ice road to Colville Lake, towers what’s possibly the world’s largest drum. Measuring 19 feet high and 19 feet across, the giant drum is a signpost for travellers; located at the only place in the Northwest Territories where the Arctic Circle can be reached via road. 

Drumming is sacred to the Dene and done in honour of those who’ve passed and in celebration at momentous occasions. This new monument, completed in 2021, is crafted from durable steel and coated with a rusty patina to stand the test of time. On the drumstick is printed ‘K’asho Got’ine Néné,’ which is both the name of the local Dene and their name for this area.