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This day trip offers a deep appreciation for the lake, rooted in cultural heritage and traditional fishing knowledge. The experience includes a guided field trip onto the lake, where you’ll engage in demonstrations of fishing tools, and learn to build fish picks. Participants will explore fish habitats and learn how to protect them, set and lift fishing nets, and take part in essential camp chores.

Enjoy a fresh fish fry with bannock and tea, and learn how to properly fillet fish and set for different types. You’ll also discover how to gather scientific data from your catch, enhancing your understanding of fish in Great Slave Lake.

Guided day trip on the lake
Cultural and technical demonstrations
Hands-on activities (net setting, filleting, habitat education)
All-you-can-eat fresh fish fry with bannock, tea and wild tea walk
Tours range from 2-4 hours

Shuttle to the East Arm

Experience the Ultimate Fishing Adventure on Great Slave Lake!

With over 40 years of commercial fishing experience, Shawn brings unmatched expertise and deep knowledge of the lake—guaranteeing top-tier guiding skills and insider know-how that will make your trip unforgettable.

Our summers are bursting with fish, wildlife, sunshine, and pristine waters. This is a place like no other, and we can’t wait to share its beauty with you.

We offer shuttle service to and from the East Arm area of Great Slave Lake for your convenience.

Group Size:
Minimum: 4 guests
Maximum: 12 guests

Book your adventure today and get ready for the fishing trip of a lifetime!

3-Hour Mackenzie River to Reindeer Station Tour

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Join us on a 3-hour guided tour from the Mackenzie River to Reindeer Station, where the old settlement of Inuvik began. We’ll explore the area’s rich history, including a visit to my grandparents’ old camp, which still stands today. You’ll get a chance to see traditional tools and learn about how people lived and worked in the past.

After touring the historic site, we’ll take a scenic drive back along a different route, making a full loop through small creeks and beautiful wilderness. Along the way, keep an eye out for local wildlife such as moose, bears, beavers, birds, and even wolves. There’s always something amazing to see on this journey through the land.

3 Night Aurora Viewing

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Brabant Lodge operates from August to September for Aurora Viewing Trips

Included in Aurora Packages

All excursions, events, activities and Aurora tours
Professional guides
Fishing equipment (rods, reels, lures, etc.)
All meals
All alcoholic beverages & soft drinks inside the main lodge
Accommodations and housekeeping services
Float plane flight to and from Brabant Lodge from Yellowknife, NT

3 Night Trip Schedule

Day 1 – Arrive at Brabant Lodge, acquire fishing license, lunch at 12pm, daily activities until Aurora Viewing
Day 2 & 3 – Daily activities until Aurora Viewing
Day 4 – Morning float plane flight returning to Yellowknife, NWT

Activities may include

Forest bathing – immerse yourself in pristine old growth forest, basking in the grandeur of 200-year old black spruce trees
Boat tours – explore Canada’s largest river, reaching over 6 miles wide at its widest point
Scenic flight with incredible arial view of the remote North, landing on Canada’s largest river
Bird watching – there are over 200 recorded species of birds in the area
Wildlife Safari – Bison, Moose, Caribou, Black Bear, and more are commonly spotted
Handicraft and photography workshops
Meditation and wellness collective
Fly tying and fly fishing lessons – catch a fish on a fly you tie yourself!
Northern pike, arctic grayling, walleye and more await!

Additional Details

Aurora trips operate with a min of 6 guests, max 12 guests
We strongly recommend travel insurance
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
Large group rates available
All rates in USD & subject to 5% GST tax
25% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve
Full balance is due 45 days before trip date
Cancellations made within 90 days of trip dates are non-refundable
Single occupancy subject to a 25% surcharge
There is no extra charge for activities at Brabant Lodge
Rod and reel rental included

Nahanni Canyons from Virginia Falls One Week Trip

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Nahanni Canyons from Virginia Falls – 12 Day Rafting Trip

Horton River Canoe Expedition

Red Cliff Adventures Island Boat Tour

See the grandeur of Red Cliff Island on this 4-hour scenic boat tour. Ron will share his deep knowledge of the land’s history and significance while you enjoy fishing in the area or learning more about the culture of the Łutsël K’é Dene through traditional Indigenous storytelling.

The East Arm is world-renowned for its amazing fishing, and the steep cliffs of Red Cliff Island make for a stunning place to cast off and catch some of the colossal fish that swim in Great Slave Lake. Keep an eye out for iconic Northern wildlife while Ron takes you to all the best spots and treats you to a traditional shore-cooked meal – he’s confident you’ll agree that fish from the East Arm tastes significantly better than any you have had elsewhere.

What’s Included

Guided boat tour and cultural knowledge
Traditional shore lunch or dinner
Snacks and refreshments

Disclaimer

All packages are priced out of Lutsel K’e. If you require transportation from Yellowknife to Lutsel K’e the cost is extra. Please contact Air Tindi at 1-867-669-8205 or reservations@airtindi.com for more information.
All packages, prices do not include taxes, gratuity or purchasing NWT Sport Fishing Licenses which are mandatory for fishing in the territory.
50% deposit required at time of booking. Full payment is required 90 days prior to the start of your trip.

Houseboat and Heritage Lunch

Climb on board a guided boating tour of Yellowknife Bay.

We will travel along the shoreline of Yellowknife’s largest gold mine, Giant Mine, N’dilo, a Yellowknives Dene Community, and pass through the eclectic houseboat community. You will then refuel with a delicious lunch and ice cream at the Sundog Trading Post in Old Town.

Itinerary

10:30 am : Coffee at Sundog Trading Post

11:00 am : Boat Tour around Yellowknife bay

12:00 pm : Lunch at Sundog Trading Post

Included

1 coffee/hot beverage
Guide
Life jacket
1 meal, 1 non-alcoholic beverage, 1 waffle cone with ice cream for lunch

Price Breakdown

$115 for adults
$75 for children (12 and under)

*No charge for tours for children under 5 *Please note food is additional

Add on Option:

Two Hour Guided Paddle Tour

Explore Yellowknife’s houseboats and Back Bay in a kayak, with a guide who will share kayaking tips, local stories and Yellowknife history.

Price

$115 for adults (16+)
$50 for children (5 – 16 years)

*No charge for tours for children under 5

Paddling with children? Participants must be 16 years of age, or accompanied by a parent/guardian. Generally, there are 2 paddlers per canoe. We can accommodate smaller children by having them sit in the middle of a canoe. Adults or larger children can also sit in the middle with two other paddlers if they simply want to relax and enjoy the ride! For kayaks, we can provide single kayaks.

Old Town Full Day Tour

Come on board for a memorable day around Yellowknife!

Start the day with a hot beverage at the Sundog Trading Post followed by a boat tour of Yellowknife Bay where you will learn some of the history of the area and visit the decorative and eclectic houseboat community. You will return to Sundog Trading Post to refuel with a delicious lunch and homemade ice cream. In the afternoon, you will join an informative walking tour of Old Town. Walking tour attractions include Pilot’s Monument, Cultural Crossroads Painted Rock and the Woodyard shacks.

Itinerary

10:00 am : Beverage at Sundog Trading Post

10:30 am : Houseboat & Heritage Boat Tour