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🎣 Welcome to Namushka Lodge: Fly-in Fishing Meets Arctic Adventure!

Looking to reel in more than just fish? 🐟 Namushka Lodge offers an unforgettable accommodations, jaw-dropping winter auroras, and adventures you won’t find anywhere else.

🌟 What Makes Namushka Lodge Special:

  • Winter Aurora Magic: When the sun sets, the show begins. Witness the breathtaking northern lights dancing across the sky—a sight you’ll never forget.
  • Hägglund Adventure Rides: Embark on an exhilarating ride in our rugged Swedish Hägglund vehicle, perfect for exploring the Arctic wilderness.
  • Wood-Fired Relaxation: Soothe your muscles in our rustic wood-fired hot tub or sweat it out in the traditional sauna, surrounded by tranquil nature.

🎯 Why Namushka Lodge?

At Namushka, we don’t just offer fishing—we offer an experience. Imagine casting your line at sunrise, exploring the wild by Hägglund, and soaking under the auroras as the night falls. It’s a perfect blend of rugged adventure and first class cozy comfort.

Test your fishing skills going after lake trout, northern pike, whitefish, and pickerel in the beautiful clear waters of Harding Lake.

📅 Availability is Limited!

This two night package is your next adventure, but spaces fill fast. Don’t miss out on the perfect blend of fishing, relaxation, and winter wonder.

📞 Call us at 867.873.2495 or email at info@namushkalodge.com to book your escape today!

Winter Aurora – 3 Day Trip

Namushka Lodge is your wilderness home away from home.  The main lodge boasts a comfortable seating area with unobstructed views of Harding Lake. Enjoy all the comforts of home with the solitude of being the only person on the lake.

  • All inclusive (breakfast, light lunch, supper and snacks).
  • 1 hour drive from/ to Yellowknife down the scenic Ingraham Trail Including a  30 min Hagglund ride from / to Reid Lake – Namushka Lodge
  • Aurora
  • Ice fishing
  • Snowmobiling

NWT Residence enjoy a special rate of $500 per night. Ski or snowmobile directly to the lodge at your leisure. Please note that food and travel are not included in the price. During your stay, indulge in our amenities, including the hot tub and sauna. Food and travel expenses are separate from the nightly rate.

Aurora Viewing & Hot/Cold Therapy

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Consult With Your Physician Before Using The Sauna or Cold Plunge

Transportation is not provided.

Must be 18 years old and over to use facility

Enjoy the Aurora viewing experience with our sauna and cold plunge wellness facility!  Aurora Viewing evening from 9:30pm to 1:30 am. please choose a time slot to start your magical hot & cold therapy experience like no other.

Our Saunas are now heated by the oldest rocks on earth the legendary Acasta Gneiss! This ancient stone infuses our saunas with a unique energy, adding depth to your self-care experience

After your Sauna experience is over and have changed into normal clothes you are welcome to stay in our heated aurora viewing tent facilities for our full nightly experience 🙂

Please be advised that our sauna facilities are designed for dry heat and water exposure experiences and do not include shower amenities. We recommend using shower facilities elsewhere if needed. Our cozy change rooms, equipped with warm towels for drying, will ensure you leave our facility feeling rejuvenated and refreshed after your sauna experience.

PACKAGE DETAILS:
  • Pick one of three times to start your 2-hr wellness experience
  • Robes, Towels, Shoes are Included
  • Light snacks, Coffee, tea, water included
  • Bonfire with marshmallows
  • Nightly Aurora Viewing in the full facility
  • Heated washrooms
 WHAT TO BRING:
  • Appropriate swim wear (branded short & shirt available for purchase)
  • Head to toe warm clothing for before and after the experience
  • Camera
  • Have both pick up and drop off transportation organized

Aurora Package

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Packages Include

  • Accommodations – main lodge rooms
  • Bush Plane charter or snowmobile transportation – return
  • All home made meals
  • All home baked snacks
  • Complimentary coffee, tea hot chocolate, juice, water
  • Paddling equipment: kayaks, canoes, peddle boats, paddle boards, float tubes
  • Self guided paddling and nature trail hiking
  • Satellite WiFi, satellite TV, satellite telephone, movies, games, puzzles
  • Use of x-country skis and boots, snow shoes, toboggans
  • Self-guided x-country skiing and snowshoeing
Optional WINTER Tours Add On:
Optional FALL Tours Add On:

Extras

  • Single occupancy supplement
  • Upgraded accommodation to our more private Cabins
  • Guided Tours
  • Beer, wine, liquor and mixed drinks
  • Boat and Snowmobile rentals
  • Winter Clothing Rentals (reservation only – supplied by a 3rd party vendor)
  • Single travelers add 25%

Please contact us for more information

Private Aurora Chasing and Photo Session

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Enjoy a fully personalized experience for you and your group of up to five people with a single rate for the entire group in a Private Aurora Photo Session.

For those seeking the ultimate northern lights experience, this session focuses on capturing you under the auroras with dozens of beautiful portraits and timelapse videos, all professionally edited and delivered to you the very next day.

You’re the model, and I’m your personal photographer, capturing you under the breathtaking northern lights. This Private Aurora Photo Session is designed entirely around you, with the goal of creating stunning portraits of you with the auroras dancing above. Unlike most other tours, where quick smartphone photos are often the norm, I am committed to providing a full, personalized photo experience. With 3 to 4 professional cameras, I’ll take dozens of high-quality photos and dynamic timelapse videos, capturing the best angles and moments of the night.

You’ll return home with high-resolution photos—perfect for printing and displaying—and timelapse video to relive the auroras in motion. Your social media will shine, too, as I’ll provide select images and videos optimized for Instagram reels and TikTok, so you can share your unforgettable experience.

This is more than just a tour; it’s an opportunity to create memories that will last a lifetime while making a statement on your social media. The rate reflects the exclusivity of this session, along with the time dedicated to carefully editing and assembling your photos and videos. To make it even more special, all the digital files will be delivered to you the day after our session, ready to print or share.

Intimate Aurora Chasing Adventure

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Unlike conventional tours, which often involve large groups and crowded spots, our tours focus on intimate experiences in small groups of no more than 5 people.

This approach ensures tranquility and allows for a deep, personal connection with the starry sky and the mesmerizing auroras. Silence is key to embracing the beauty of the Northern Lights, and our carefully chosen secluded locations, far from city lights and tourist crowds, offer the perfect setting for this peaceful contemplation.

Led by Cristiano, an experienced aurora chaser and photographer, the tour goes beyond a standard sightseeing experience. With years of expertise in interpreting space weather data, Cristiano tries to maximize your chances of seeing the aurora.

Photography is a central aspect of these tours, with professional-grade cameras used to capture stunning images of your experience. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or simply want incredible mementos, this adventure is tailored to deliver unforgettable visual memories.

Flexibility is at the heart of this experience. Unlike rigidly scheduled tours, there’s no fixed return time—guests decide when they want to head back. From the moment you’re picked up at your accommodation in Yellowknife, you’ll embark on a journey of discovery, driving away to find the best viewing spots.
This is not just a tour; it’s a personalized adventure designed to immerse you in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Northern Lights.

Winter Package – Northern Lights Tour

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Experience the Northern Lights on the Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway

Join us for a breathtaking tour along the stunning Mackenzie River, where we embark on an adventure to chase the mesmerizing northern lights. As we traverse the icy landscape, you’ll have the opportunity to spot a variety of wildlife!

Tour Details:

  • Time: 9 PM to Midnight (or longer)
  • Duration: 4-5 hours

Add-On Experience: Extend your adventure with a full-day journey along the Dempster Highway to the Arctic Circle. As we drive this iconic route, we’ll continue our search for the northern lights and keep an eye out for wildlife along the way. Enjoy the thrill of crossing two rivers and navigating the winter landscape via ice road.

  • Price: $1500 + GST per person
  • Duration: Full Day (10-12 hours)

Join us for an unforgettable experience!

Dancing Skies Photo Tours

Dancing Skies Photo Tours

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, our tours are flexible and tailored to the weather and geomagnetic conditions each night to maximize the chances of not missing the lights. Every tour is personally guided by the company’s sole guide, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience. Each tour includes professional-quality photographs and, at times, timelapse videos. We welcome special requests, such as marriage proposals, and can customize each program to meet your preferences. Proudly regarded as “the smallest aurora tour company in Yellowknife”, our guide can lead tours in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese.

5 Days 4 Nights Explorer Hotel Winter Holiday Package

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Immerse yourself in the wintry wonders and snowy scenery of Yellowknife during 5 days 4 nights action-packed 5 days of subarctic winter outdoor adventure. Spend the daylight hours dog sledding, learn Yellowknife history, visit tourist attractions on guided Yellowknife sightseeing tour and soak in the splendor of the Northern Lights show after-dark aurora-hunting-viewing excursions. End your night with comfortable lodging at Explorer hotel or Chateau Nova hotel in Yellowknife.

Package Inclusions
  • 5 days 4 nights accommodation at Explorer Hotel or Chateau Nova hotel
  • Daily continental Breakfast
  • 2 nights Aurora Hunting Tours
  • 1 nights Aurora Viewing in cabin
  • 1 night aurora viewing experience at Aboriginal camp with heated teepee (alternative aurora viewing in CABIN or SKYDOME when Aboriginal camp is closed).
  • One dinner meal voucher at Yellowknife local restaurant
  • Yellowknife sightseeing tour
  • Dog-sledding tour
  • Round trip tours & hotel transportation
  • Free welcome present

4 Day 3 Night Package

Arctic Tours Canada
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with our captivating 4 days and 3 nights Yellowknife Package

Designed to immerse you in the mesmerizing beauty of the Aurora Borealis! This thrilling journey offers you the chance to hunt for the mystical Northern Lights, an awe-inspiring natural phenomenon that will leave you spellbound. Experience the ethereal dance of the aurora from the comfort of a cozy Aurora Lakeview Cabin, and delve deep into indigenous culture at an Aboriginal aurora viewing camp, where storytelling and traditional practices provide a rich backdrop as you await the lights. The package includes a comfortable hotel stay at one of several excellent accommodations such as Nova Inn Yellowknife, Quality Inn, Super 8, and Capital Suites Hotel, with upgrade options to the luxurious Chateau Nova and Explorer Hotel for an additional fee. To witness the most breathtaking displays of the Aurora Borealis, our tour takes you far from the city lights of Yellowknife into the pristine wilderness. Guided tours lead you to prime viewing spots, including ice roads, campgrounds, serene lakes, heated cabins, and cozy tee-pees, significantly increasing your odds of encountering this magical spectacle. Whether you are an adventurous spirit or someone seeking a serene escape, this Yellowknife Aurora adventure promises an unforgettable experience under the glorious Northern Lights.

Package Inclusions
  • 4 Days 3 nights accommodation at either one of the following hotels; Nova Inn, Quality Inn or Super 8 hotel with option to upgrade to Explorer or Chateau Nova hotel for extra cost
  • 1 nights Aurora Hunting Tour including snacks and beverages
  • 1 night aurora viewing at Aurora Lakeview Cabin including light meal
  • 1 night aurora viewing experience at Aboriginal camp (alternative aurora viewing in cabin or at  Arctic Ice Fishing camp cabins or skydome when Aboriginal camp is closed).
  • 1 dinner voucher at local restaurant
  • Yellowknife Sightseeing Tour
  • Tours ground transportation
  • Free airport pick/drop off available from 10:00AM – 10:00PM
  • 2 free group pics for aurora hunting tour
What’s Not Included
  • Flight, travel insurance, add-ons tours, and anything not listed on “what’s included.”
  • Hotel Upgrade (extra)
  • Meals (optional add-on)
  • Winter gear ( optional add-on)
  • Photo package (optional add-on)
  • Accommodation (extra optional)
  • Day time activities (extra optional add-ons)
  • Airbnb pick up for less than 4 pax (pick up at closest hotel for free or pay extra for pick up from AirBnB)