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Traditional Indigenous Ice Fishing Tour – Yellowknife

Discover Yellowknife’s Premier Indigenous Ice Fishing Experience

Daily: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Duration: 4 Hours
Group Size: 10 (Min. 4)
Activity Level: Leisurely (3/8)
Season: January 31 – April 15

Discover Yellowknife’s Premier Indigenous Ice Fishing Experience

Experience Yellowknife’s premier Indigenous ice fishing tour on the frozen Great Slave Lake (Tu Nehthè), combining traditional net fishing and sport fishing with hands-on cultural storytelling. Join a 100% Indigenous-owned tour company for an authentic adventure that blends Northern Canadian wilderness, local traditions, and fresh Arctic cuisine.

What You’ll Do
  • Watch our guides set traditional Dene fishnets beneath the thick ice, a method used for generations to sustain local communities
  • Participate in the fish harvest and learn the Dene names and cultural significance of each species
  • Try sport fishing in heated huts, each with its own ice hole for a comfortable experience
  • Spot local wildlife and enjoy the stunning Arctic scenery
  • End the tour at our Culture Camp, where you’ll cook and savor a meal of freshly caught Great Slave Lake fish with traditional bannock and bush tea
What’s Included
  • Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or B&B
  • All fishing gear for both net and sport fishing
  • Indigenous-guided cultural experience
  • Traditional meal and refreshments
Not Included

*A valid NWT Sport Fishing License is required. Please purchase online before your tour [here].

Why Choose This Tour?

With only 10 seats available per tour, this is a small-group, intimate experience that combines adventure, culture, and cuisine. Guests get a rare opportunity to engage in both traditional net fishing and ice sport fishing, learn about Dene culture, and enjoy freshly prepared Arctic fish in a traditional way.

Ready to Book Your Ice Fishing Adventure in Yellowknife?

Don’t miss this culturally immersive and authentic Northern experience. Book your Yellowknife Traditional Ice Fishing Tour today and discover the North like never before!

Northern Lights Odyssey

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Welcome to the Northern Lights Odyssey, a journey where the raw beauty of Canada’s Arctic meets authentic cultural discovery. This experience takes you across three distinct regions, each with its own unique charm, history, and spectacular Northern Lights viewing opportunities.

From the rich traditions of the Inuit in Iqaluit to the warm northern hospitality of Yellowknife and the serene wilderness of Blachford Lodge, this is more than a trip. It’s a story you’ll live. Whether you’re gazing up at the dancing Aurora Borealis, sharing stories around a fire, or exploring Arctic landscapes, every moment is designed to inspire wonder and connection.

Day 1: Arrive in Iqaluit

  • Welcome by Arctic Kingdom host
  • Visit a local fur clothier (traditional & modern styles) & Legislative Assembly
  • Catered dinner at Arctic Kingdom’s Beach House
  • Aurora photography workshop + first Northern Lights viewing

Day 2-3: Explore Iqaluit Culture & Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park

  • Cultural city tour & museum visit
  • Brewery lunch & tasting
  • Artisan shopping
  • Snowshoeing or hike in the park
  • Inuit cultural performance & sewing workshop
  • Final Aurora viewing night in Nunavut

Day 4: Travel to Yellowknife

  • Final breakfast in Iqaluit
  • Afternoon flight to Yellowknife
  • Welcome dinner & Blachford Lodge briefing

Day 5-7: Blachford Lodge

  • 30 Minute ski-plane flight into the wilderness
  • Settle in with brunch and lodge orientation
  • Snowmobiling across the wilderness
  • Build your own quinzhee/igloo (conditions dependant)
  • Ice hockey on the outdoor rink or skating
  • Aurora viewing from the hot tub or bonfire

Optional: flight-seeing tour to Twin Falls Gorge and/or heli fishing

Day 8: Depart Blachford

  • Scenic flight back to Yellowknife
  • Option to extend your adventure in the city or journey home

What’s Included

  • All accommodations as per detailed itinerary
  • Meals per detailed itinerary
  • Transfers & flights within itinerary
  • Guided tours & workshops
  • Aurora photography guides & equipment assistance

Not Included

  • International flights to Ottawa and from Yellowknife
  • Optional activities (heli-fishing, flight-seeing)
  • Personal travel insurance (mandatory)

To learn more and important details, click here.

2 Hour Land and Water Tour

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Get the best of both and experience Yellowknife from the land and water. This tour gives you an overview of what its like to truly live in this amazing part of the world!

Tour Duration: 2 Hours
Tour Start Time: Custom
Tour Capacity: 7 persons per tour

Our Land and Water tour starts with an exploration of Yellowknife hotspots and notable historic sites. After getting a glimpse of the City from the land we transition into our comfortable, covered watercraft. We’ll take you past the waterfront to see the iconic houseboats and cruise Yellowknife Bay toward the Indigenous community of Dettah. This tour is based on the minimum price of 3 paying adults.

Trophy Ice Fishing Adventure- Great Slave Lake

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The Big Lake is safe to travel January 1 and with the darkness of mid winter the Burbot are always on the menu. The sun is back end of February, March and April are prime time for big fish. We get to play outside all day and travel further out on the lake. Come explore remote parts of Great Slave Lake with us in the comfort in our Heated Side By Side and fish from a 8×10 Custom Ice Hut, for a chance to catch a Trophy Lake Trout, Inconnu or Northern Pike, through 5 feet of crystal clear ice.

WARNING!!! This trip is not for beginners or children! It can be very cold with unexpected challenges to overcome and the fish can be very big and battle for extended long periods of time! Travel time can be up to 3 hrs getting to and from fishing locations, depending on the time of year. Please note this tour is 12 hours.

Includes

• Heated Transportation and Custom Ice Hut Package
• 2 Anglers
• Upgraded Fishing Equipment & Tackle Provided
• Shore Lunch Included

Tour Options

Tour One – Trophy Lake Trout / Inconnu
Tour Two – Trophy Northern Pike

Ice Camping Adventure

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Camp out on the ice and be ready for when the big one swims by! Explore remote parts of Great Slave Lake or hit the Back Country in the comfort of our Heated Side By Side for 3 days/2 nights!

Fish from a Custom Ice Hut designed to handle Trophy Sized fish, while we camp out on the Ice under the Northern Lights. We fish for Lake Trout, Inconnu, Northern Pike, Walleye or Burbot and customize each trip for you. Trophy fishing for Lake Trout, Inconnu and Northern Pike is on Great Slave Lake. Walleye are in the back country, as are smaller Lake Trout and Burbot are always on the menu, once it gets dark! The sun is back in March and April, so we get to play outside all day and travel further out on the land to various remote settings.

WARNING!!! This trip is not for beginners or children! It can be very cold with many challenges along the way and the fish can be very big and battle for long periods of time. Cell phones don’t work and bathroom breaks have an added difficulty! Travel time can be up to 3 hrs getting to and from camp, but there is no experience like it! No People and No Hustle and Bustle! Just you, the fish and the sounds of nature!

Includes

  • Heated Transportation and Custom Ice Hut Package
  • Ice Fishing Equipment & Tackle Provided
  • 3 Meals per Day – Shore Lunch Included
  • Sleeping Cot & Sleeping Pad
  • Wood Stove & Propane Heat

Tour Options

Option One – Trophy Lake Trout / Inconnu – (Main Lake / Great Slave Lake)

Option Two – Trophy Northern Pike – (North Arm / Great Slave Lake)

Option Three – Back-Country Walleye – (Martin Lake / Duck Lake)

Option Four – Back-Country – Lake Trout (Jennie John Lake / Defeat Lake)

Krystal Car Rental

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Krystal Car Rental is a locally owned Yellowknife-based car rental company offering a diverse fleet of vehicles that include compact cars, SUVs, vans, and trucks.

Our Vision

At Krystal Car Rental, our vision is to transform the car rental experience by focusing on customer satisfaction and innovation. We prioritize understanding our clients’ needs, offering personalized service, and staying ahead of the curve with technology.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help every customer meet their car rental needs efficiently

Reservation System

Our easy-to-use online booking system lets customers reserve vehicles in advance, view availability, and customize their rental with add-on services for a hassle-free experience.

Cross Country Skiing Tour

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Aurora Dream Tours would like to invite you to experience adventure! Come visit the true north to enjoy new experiences, get to know a new and diverse culture, and spoil yourself with excitement and relaxation.

Skiing is one of the best ways to get round and stay active in the winter. Step into a pair of our skis and hit the trails. This is truly an incredible means to experience our winter wonderland!

  • Minimum 2 people
  • Looking for more winter adventures? Inquire about our ice skating sessions and scenic snowshoe tours
  • To review our Terms and Conditions and cancellation policy please see here. 

Book your trip today!

Ice Road Tours

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Aurora Dream Tours would like to invite you all and join us to experience our northern hospitality, you will awaken your senses from our unique northern adventures and inspire your sense of wonder. We are fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. Come visit the true north to enjoy new experiences!

Experience driving on the frozen lakes, learn how the ice roads are built and how important it is to have an ice road in northern Canada. Take pictures and have fun!

  • Free round trip transportation from the hotel to the site is provided
  • Minimum 2 people

Book your trip today!

To review our Terms and Conditions and cancellation policy please see here. 

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.