Finding the perfect gift can be a challenge, especially for those who seem to have everything. This year, why not give them something truly extraordinary? Because in the Northwest Territories, the moments you give become memories they’ll carry forever. With options ranging from short outings to overnight adventures, there’s something for everyone. Whether for the thrill-seeker, the culture enthusiast, or the nature lover, there’s an adventure waiting to be unwrapped.
There’s nothing quite like witnessing the sky come alive with swirling ribbons of green, purple, and red. Gift your loved one a breathtaking Northern Lights experience in the place with the world’s best Aurora. From guided trips chasing the Northern Lights, to cozy viewing experiences in cabins, heated domes or tipis (teepees) just outside of town, there is a diverse range of activities to choose from.Many operators can provide winter clothing, cozy drinks, warm bites, transportation, and information in different languages. Indigenous owned and operated tours are a great option for those wanting to learn more about the traditional significance and meaning of the Aurora.
Seeking to gift more than a few hours chasing the Northern Lights? Check out these lodges and cabins ready to provide memorable Aurora viewing experiences and exciting daytime adventures.
Know someone who loves being out on the water? A paddling excursion in the NWT is a gift like no other. The Northwest Territories offers some of the best paddling experiences, from serene canoe trips to thrilling whitewater adventures. For someone who would enjoy the thrill of paddling through the racing rivers and rugged landscapes of the NWT, a multi-day guided canoe trip is a great idea. And for those who crave adrenaline, whitewater kayaking near Fort Smith delivers an exhilarating ride.
There’s nothing quite like the rush of dogsledding across frozen landscapes, guided by a team of energetic sled dogs. It’s the perfect gift for anyone seeking a thrilling winter adventure, with a warm cup of tea and delicious snacks awaiting at the end of the journey.
Want to pack even more into one unforgettable getaway? A stay at an all-inclusive lodge in the NWT is the perfect gift for outdoor enthusiasts wishing to experience the most iconic Northern winter activities over a couple of days. From snowmobiling to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, these unforgettable adventures offer the ultimate winter thrill and make for a gift that will be cherished for years to come.
Fishing enthusiasts will be thrilled with a guided fishing trip on world-class waters, whether it’s casting a line for Arctic Grayling, Northern Pike, or trophy Lake Trout. From open-water excursions to ice-fishing adventures, expert guides ensure an unforgettable experience.
For an elevated experience, consider gifting a stay at one of the Northwest Territories’ all-inclusive fishing lodges. These remote retreats offer not only exceptional angling opportunities but also comfortable accommodations, hearty meals, and a range of outdoor activities. Guests can enjoy nature hikes, wildlife viewing, and even cultural experiences, making it an ideal getaway for both avid anglers and their companions. With options accessible via floatplane from hubs like Yellowknife, and Hay River, these lodges provide a seamless blend of adventure and Northern hospitality.
Give the gift of an unforgettable tour through the Northwest Territories, where vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unique wildlife viewing experiences await. Treat someone to a guided city tour in Yellowknife, where they can explore the charming streets, admire local art, and learn more about the history of this Northern capital.
But the cultural richness extends far beyond the city. Across the territory, Indigenous tour operators offer experiences that celebrate the deep connection between people and place. These immersive tours—led by Dene, Métis, and Inuvialuit hosts—invite travellers to experience the land through traditional knowledge, stories, and customs passed down through generations.
Travellers can paddle ancient waterways, hike along traditional trails, or learn about medicinal plants and harvesting practices. Some tours include evenings spent around the fire listening to stories, witnessing a powerful drum dance, or visiting a seasonal fish camp in action. More than sightseeing, these experiences offer a chance to listen, learn, and connect with the cultures that have shaped the North since time immemorial.
Whether it’s a short outing or a multi-day trip on the land, these authentic, Indigenous-led tours create lasting memories and make for a truly special gift.
For those who love nature, a guided tour through the vast wilderness offers opportunities to spot wildlife, experience Indigenous culture, or even take part in nature photography tours to best capture the beauty of the NWT’s stunning landscapes.
Whether it’s trekking on the land, spotting rare birds, or photographing majestic sceneries, there’s a perfect tour for everyone.
To see it all from a different angle, give the gift of adventure with a flightseeing tour over some of the North’s most spectacular landscapes. In Nahanni National Park Reserve, soar over Náįlįcho (Virginia Falls), a 91-metre (300-foot) waterfall that’s nearly twice the height of Niagara Falls.
Or, for a true bucket list experience, land at Glacier Lake to embark on a hike to the stunning Cirque of the Unclimbables.
Back in Yellowknife, the skies still offer unforgettable views. A floatplane or helicopter tour gives a bird’s eye perspective of the region’s stunning landscapes and the shimmering water’s of Great Slave Lake.
No matter who you’re shopping for, the gift of experience is one they’ll never forget. Whether it’s soaring above spectacular landscapes, chasing the Aurora, experiencing local culture, or exploring a winter wonderland, the Northwest Territories offers adventure in every season. Give them a story to tell and memories that last a lifetime.
Every community across the NWT has its own timeless history of storytelling through art. Read more to learn what makes each practice unique and where you can find authentic Indigenous art from artists across the territory.
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World Class Fishing Within Reach Yet Beyond Belief For 3 generations we have been honing the Kasba experience to be like no-other. Our level of hospitality, dedication to the fishery, and a legendary passion for the experience that permeates through our entire team is undeniably contagious. No matter what you’re looking for in your fishing […]...
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Come experience world-class Aurora Borealis viewing in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada. We are the only guides in the Northwest Territories......
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Charter the bus. Tour the North. Explore more. Local tours, private transfers, and charter travel in Yellowknife! See below for some of our Local Tour options: Aurora Hunting (Bus or Private SUV) Aurora Viewing at Cabin and Teepee Sightseeing City Tours Bison & Wildlife Tours Waterfall & Nature Hiking Tours Art Gallery, Writing Cultural Tours Multi-Night Aurora […]...
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Come explore more then half a century of marine history under the Aurora!...
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What began as a “part time fishing lodge” has now become a “full time Aurora Wilderness Lodge” open year round......
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We offer tours such as aurora viewing, dog sledding, snowmobile rides, ice fishing and more. Come experience a once in......
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Authentic aurora and northern experiences in Yellowknife, guided by a locally owned and operated team. Raven Tours is a locally......
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Join us for an unforgettable experience on the mighty Mackenzie River. Day trips are available for a full or half......
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Welcome to My Backyard Tours, 100% Indigenous owned and guided Tours in Yellowknife, NWT. Year-round guided tours & winter clothing......
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“Like No Other Place On Earth” We are the only fly-in lodge located a 50 minute float plane flight from......
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Dancing Skies is a new tour operator in Yellowknife, led by an experienced northern lights chaser and photographer with a passion for contemplation. Specializing in private tours and small groups of up to 5 people, we prioritize silent, serene observation and photography of the aurora, far from the crowds. With expertise in Space Weather data, […]...
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Fly-in fishing lodge located 150 air miles (240 kms) south of Yellowknife. Full American Plan or unguided....
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Yellowknife Sportfishing Adventures is the premier guided fishing and wilderness experience in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, on the doorstep of the......
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Discover the Great Slave Lake at Hero Lodge and create some unforgettable memories! A retired Canadian Armed Forces Infantry Captain,......
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Yellow Dog Lodge is a comfortable lodge with 3 private cabins for our guests. The lodge is a short (15 minute) floatplane ride from Yellowknife. Located on Duncan and Graham Lakes, the lodge is your hub for adventure. Choose from an additional 5 lakes for guided day trip excursions. Each lake is unique and offers unspoiled first class fishing. We are the only lodge that operates guided trips on each of these remote lakes located in the NWT taiga wilderness. Packaged trips feature superb sport fishing and safe outdoor adventure. The lakes and streams offer the finest Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye and Arctic Grayling in the region. As an added bonus, our guests will enjoy the midnight sun and may even catch the northern lights later in the fall or early spring....
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Great Bear Lake Lodge is located on the Dease Arm of Great Bear Lake and is home to the biggest......
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Great Slave Lake Lodge combines trophy lake trout, arctic grayling, and northern pike fishing with one of the best opportunities......
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Trophy Lodge is a fishing lodge located on the Smith Arm of Great Bear Lake. We are famous for our......
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Arctic Tours Canada is a Yellowknife based tour operating company that offer Aurora Hunting and Viewing tours, Yellowknife sightseeing tours,......
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Join us on an Aurora hunting adventure. Our skilled tour guides know all the best places around Yellowknife to capture......
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Creating Memories for a Lifetime Nonacho Lake Fishing Adventures offers trophy lake trout and northern pike fishing. Wildlife abounds at......
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Casting North Fly Fishing Company offers unforgettable half-day and full-day guided fly fishing trips....
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Etching popular northern designs on unique 100% recycled glass, since 1994. Visit our gift shop in Old Town or come......
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For a Great Northern Experience! Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures offers a variety of day trips ranging from 2 to 10 hours......
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Extend your trip to Fort Simpson with a visit to our Dene Camp, K’iyeli. We have options available for an......
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Destination NWT Limited is a tourism operator located in Yellowknife, Canada. DNWT specializes in outdoors adventures, aurora photography, and cultural experiences: Best rated Snowmobile Tour, winter gears included, exciting trail riding Aurora Tour in a Luxurious lakeside Lodge Unique Aurora tour while Ice Fishing indoors Full panoramic moonroof vehicle for Aurora Viewing DNWT’s tours allow […]...
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Best Northern Road Trip! Now you can drive all the way to the Arctic ocean linking Canada from coast to......
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For over 50 years, Black Feather has had the opportunity to operate canoe, hiking and sea kayaking expeditions throughout the......
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We operate a fully equipped luxury coach and offer City Tours, Aurora Tours and tours to the Nahanni National Park Reserve......
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Fish for Lake Trout, Arctic Grayling and Northern Pike at the remote untouched East Arm of Great Slave Lake, one of the world’s largest lakes. It is fishing at its best in a remote Canadian setting. Trophy Lodge offers a cozy and welcoming retreat for up to 16 guests, with four fully equipped housekeeping units […]...
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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 […]...
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Spectacular river journeys on Canada’s most iconic rivers. Travel with expert guides by raft or canoe and immerse yourself in......
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Aurora Village – A Class of Its Own Aurora Village is a unique Aurora-viewing facility situated 25 minutes from downtown......
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Hearne Lake Lodge is a remote fly-in fishing lodge only 20-minute floatplane ride east of Yellowknife. To serve you better,......
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Your Dene Connection in Yellowknife. B. Dene Adventures is a Traditional Dene Culture Camp business which teaches the Dene way......
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Offering four-hour Aurora tours including the ice road and City of Yellowknife. Pick-up and drop-off available. Small groups. Service in......
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For over 30 years, Canoe North Adventures has made it our mission to create spectacular memories for life, and to show......
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Your unforgettable journey to the North starts here! With amazing new highlights for experiential travelers all our day tours and guided round-trips offer a great variety of summer and winter activities, which will leave all our guest with unforgettable memories. Arctic Range Adventure offers a unique range of exceptional experiences in the Arctic region, Yukon […]...
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The all new Namushka Lodge! Come enjoy all the new amenities of a fly-in fishing lodge! Located on Harding Lake, 32......
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Fish & Explore Thaidene Nëné Frontier Lodge. Over 60 years of legendary fishing on the East Arm of Great Slave Lake, at......
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Book an adventure with us at Trail Blazer Tours for an unforgettable experience! Your adventure with us will create lasting......
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Enodah Wilderness Travel / Trout Rock Lodge/ Enodah Kennel offer high-quality Aurora viewing experiences by night and dogsled tours by......
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One of the finest Pike and Lake Trout waters in North America, on the 60th Parallel. Enjoy luxurious private cabins......
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DISCOVER A MOMENT THAT LASTS A LIFETIME. Aylmer Lake Lodge is located in Rocknest Bay, which is on the Barren......
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Peterson’s Point Lake Lodge provides you access to known waters teeming with monster lake trout. Their current record is a......
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World class dogsled tours! We are one of the largest professional sled dog kennels in Canada. Over 150 happy, healthy......
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Northern Lights Tours is an adventure-focused tour company dedicated to providing authentic experiences just like the locals do! Our expert guides will ensure you’re in the right place at the right time to witness the stunning Aurora Borealis. We also offer thrilling snowmobiling and ice fishing trips, immersing you in the beauty of the Northwest […]...
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Comfortable lodge a 20 minute by floatplane ride from Yellowknife. Guided fishing for Lake Trout (to 34 lb), Arctic Grayling (to......
“Unforgettable remote fishing experience” We are the only lodge located on this fly-in only lake. With only 8 guests per......
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Remote private wilderness paradise on Little Doctor Lake, 100 km west of Fort Simpson. Accommodates 20 in cabins. Fishing, swimming,......
Ena Lake Lodge is a one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive luxury fishing and outdoors experience in Northern Canada. Come and experience authentic fly-in......
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Tundra North Travel is an Inuit company based in Inuvik, Northwest Territories that was established with the dream of being......
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An Indigenous, family owned business with much history, knowledge and stories to share about the Spectacular Northwest Territories! We used to operate Dene culture camps in the mid-1990s, teaching students, parents and visitors about NWT key cultural experiences and outdoor learning. Angela James as camp coordinator, Scott McQueen as camp storyteller. Mamma & Pappa – the […]...
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Aurora Bus Tours is a locally owned and operated tour company based in Yellowknife, specializing in Northern Lights viewing experiences. We focus on small to mid-sized group aurora chasing tours that maximize guests’ chances of seeing the lights by actively driving to clearer skies when needed. Our tours are designed to provide a comfortable, guided, […]...
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Castaway Cottages and Campgrounds was developed with you in mind, We are here to make your northern experience once in a life time. We offer cottages that can accommodate up to 5 and a beautiful lake front campground. Whether this is your first experience north of the 60th parallel, or you’re a local northerner just […]...
