Top Northwest Territories Sightseeing Tours

Increase your chances of seeing the northern lights while in Canada’s Northern Territories on this aurora borealis hunting tour led by local experts that goes deep into the wilderness. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup, then sit back in heated comfort as your guide heads to locations with the best changes of seeing the lights.

Explore Yellowknife with a local guide and experience the North like never before. This 3-hour city tour includes stops at over 20 iconic locations — from the Legislative Assembly and Prince of Wales Museum to the Bush Pilots Monument, Diamond Centre, Ragged Ass Road, and more. You'll learn about Yellowknife’s rich history, current way of life, and where the North is heading next. Expect a relaxed pace, friendly storytelling, and great photo opportunities — especially at the Yellowknife Welcome Sign, where we’ll snap a group photo you’ll want to keep. Whether it's your first time here or you're returning for more, this tour is a perfect starting point to connect with the land, the culture, and the people of Yellowknife.

Join NWT Charter Services on a 4-hour round-trip wildlife tour along scenic Highway 3 and experience the thrill of searching for North America’s largest free-roaming wood bison herd. Led by a local guide, you’ll journey through the rugged beauty near Great Slave Lake with chances to see bison, moose, foxes, and more in their natural environment. Hear stories of the land and Indigenous culture as we pass through the Tłı̨chǫ community of Edzo, with photo stops along the way. Every tour is a unique adventure—book now and see what the wild North has in store!

Many tours allow you to head into the wilderness on a hunt for the Northern Lights, but not many let you relax in comfort waiting for the show to begin. Spend time in a cozy, warm lodge near Madeline Lake on this aurora-chasing experience while your guides keep an eye out for the lights, letting you know the best time to go peer at the night sky.

Go beyond the city lights on a true aurora-hunting adventure along Yellowknife’s scenic Ingraham Trail. Rather than waiting at one fixed location, we travel between promising dark-sky viewing areas based on the night’s weather, cloud cover and aurora activity. When the official ice roads are open and conditions are safe, we may even venture onto frozen lakes for breathtaking, wide-open views of the northern sky. Stay warm between viewing stops in a heated 16- or 24-passenger bus while enjoying hot chocolate, maple cookies and chips. With convenient pickup and drop-off from selected Yellowknife accommodations, local guidance and a flexible route, this is a comfortable and memorable way to experience the magic of the North. The locations visited depend on cloud cover, weather, road conditions, aurora activity and the guide’s judgment. Aurora sightings and ice-road access cannot be guaranteed.

Maximize your chances of seeing the elusive aurora borealis on this northern lights tour from Yellowknife. Leave the bright lights of Yellowknife and delve deep into the Canadian countryside away to improve your chances of seeing the lights. Hear about the science band stories behind the natural phenomenon from your guide, and stay warm with a hot drink.

As the capital of the Northwest Territories, there’s so much to see and do in Yellowknife that it can be tricky to know where to start. On this small-group half-day tour, let your guide handle the itinerary as you explore a variety of cultural and historic hotspots, including Ragged Ass Road, the Prince of Wales Heritage Centre, the Pilot Monument, and much more.

Yellowknife Tours has a passion to showcase the history and beauty of the Northwest Territories! Explore the northern culture in beautiful Yellowknife City - Visit the Legislative Assembly, Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, Frontier Visitor Centre or experience a scenic drive through downtown and old town. Make sure to stop at Pilot Monument where you can enjoy Yellowknife City and the old town from a bird's eye view. Please be informed that we may not be able to visit attractions due to unforesseable closures or rest days without prior notice. We appreciate your understanding. Through our city tour, in addition to visiting the various Attractions, we will also introduce you to the features of the various places along the way, during the visit of the New Old Town and the various locations, bring you a better understanding of the development of the town from its origins to the present day, and through an interactive way to get to know the town. The Attraction is closed or can't be visited without prior notice. WhatsApp +18674448179 Verda

Don’t risk catching the northern lights from your hotel—make experiencing this celestial phenomenon an unforgettable memory of your time in Yellowknife. Picked up from your location in town, you’ll head to a cozy campsite where you’ll sip warm drinks until those ribbons show; if they don’t cooperate, you’ll go do some chasing. Bring your camera for this one, as you’ll want to capture this too-rare moment in time.

Travel with ease between the historic and cultural highlights of Yellowknife, home of the 'Ice Pilots' TV show, on a 3-hour sightseeing tour. Guide commentary enhances your expereince of attractions such as the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, the Old Town, and the Bush Pilots Monument, which you’ll habe the chance to hike to the top of. Hotel pickup andd drop-off are included.

Yellowknife is one of the best places in the world to see the northern lights so ensure you don't miss out on the spectacular show by booking a tour with aurora experts. You'll be driven to locations where you have the best chance of seeing the lights at their best and will be kept cozy with included hot drinks and snacks.

View the Aurora Borealis from a warm skydome minutes from Yellowknife NWT! We pick you up and drop you off at your Yellowknife accommodations. Enjoy a fun evening watching for the northern lights from our three sky domes. The tour offers one large skydome that holds ~20 guests and two new mini skydomes that can each accommodate ~10 guests. Guests are welcome to move about all three domes and the outdoor space throughout their aurora tour.

Yellowknife sits right in the middle of Canada’s Northwest Territories and boasts a number of beautiful landmarks. Take a small-group tour of the city and learn about its history, geography, and culture as you visit the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Museum, Pilot’s Monument, Great Slave Lake, and more over the course of a few hours.

This aurora experience is designed for travellers who want maximum results in minimum time. Over just two nights, you’ll chase the Northern Lights across three of Yellowknife’s most iconic viewing locations—Prelude Lake, Pontoon Lake, and Hidden Lake. Each destination offers a completely different foreground, landscape, and sky perspective, giving you a rare and diverse set of aurora memories that most visitors never get in a single trip. Unlike standard tours that stay in one spot or follow crowded routes, this experience is crafted with insider knowledge built from years of guiding in Yellowknife. You’ll visit hidden vantage points that only local guides know how to reach safely in winter conditions. Small groups mean more mobility, more flexibility, and the best chance to adapt to weather—and it also means your guide can focus on getting the perfect photos for you at every stop.

At least 1 day time activity per day. Flexible aurora tour to allow comfort and maximum chance of viewing. 3 Included meal. Early Bird Special: Free 4 piece winter clothing rental if bundle is booked at least 45 days before Arrival Day. Winter Clothing includes Parka, Snow Pants, Winter Boots, Winter Mitts. Amazing price compared to individual bookings. No hassle and no worry. Optional Hotel booking arrangement.

Nature’s North Wildlife Gallery is much more than just a specimen gallery. You will take part in an artistic experience with many of the animals who call the Northwest Territories home. Two world renowned taxidermist and artist brothers, Greg and Dean Robertson, have come together to create a northern wildlife experience like no other. Each animal is displayed uniquely to try and capture a moment in the animal’s natural life. Many displays will tell you a story, bring out an emotion, capture a moment in time, show their playful side, or just leave you in awe of their natural beauty. Prepare to get up close and personal and experience the North’s creatures like you never have before. We will leave you with knowledge about northern animals in their natural habitat and memories you can share with family and friends.

Hunting for the Aurora, we will drive you to different lakes in our quest. The lakes provide a perfect reflective surface for viewing the aurora in autumn. In the Winter season, you may go even further down to the middle of the lakes! We will provide snacks & warm beverages to enhance your experience with us. If we do not have at least 4 guests to materialize our Aurora by Bus Tour, we will provide you with an option to join other scheduled Aurora Tours available for that night. We will take our Travellers in each hotel and take you to different lake locations to find a place to enjoy the great light. We will take photos for Travellers. During the journey, we will also provide our guests with hot drinks and biscuits, as well as expertise in North Polar Light and Yellow Knife. If you don’t have enough for a four-person tour on the lake, we invite you to consider taking part in another tour that we already have. We provide activity pick-up and drop-off services for our guests at hotels and downtown AirB&Bs. Activity meeting time will be sent to you before the tour. We provide shuttle services to hotels and city centre B&B for all Traveler attending the event.If you live further away, please visit the nearby hotel collection in private! We will confirm the collection time with you before the Trips begin. ***Please email us to confirm your activity pick-up time at yellowknifetours@gmail.com*** *** Please contact us at yellowknifetours@gmail.com to confirm the event delivery time.***

First-time visitors in Yellowknife can get to know the city during this tour that takes you to discover the historical old town district, delve into the vibrant downtown, and see the evolution of the modern south side. Enjoy pickup and drop-off, have your photos taken, and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Don't miss out on visiting Yellowknife City Hall and Park to sign a special certificate and receive your exclusive City of Yellowknife Pin.

We will pick you up and drive you to an easy-to-moderate hike with our guides. This tour is a total of 4.5-hours of scenic drives and adventure that blends land-based knowledge, storytelling, language, and the natural beauty of the North. Explore scenic viewpoints, learn Dene history, and walk to iconic places like Cameron Falls and the Ramparts with guides deeply connected to the land and its stories. - Guided drive along the scenic Ingraham Trail with local stories shared throughout - A guided hike to Cameron Falls (approx. 1.5 km, about 20 minutes each way) with boardwalks, rocks, staircases, and short steep embankments - A shorter, gentler walk to the Ramparts, featuring hardened pathways, boardwalks, and a staircase-bridge to a stunning viewpoint - Photo opportunities, scenic lookouts, and meaningful moments connecting with the land - Small-group experience with a focus on respect, safety, and connection Duration: 4.5 hours Activity Level: Easy to moderate

Discover Yellowknife through its food, stories, art, and hidden places on a thoughtfully hosted women-only experience. This is more than a standard city tour. You will spend the day exploring Yellowknife at a relaxed pace, with time to enjoy its historic neighbourhoods, galleries, museums, scenic viewpoints, locally owned restaurants, and wonderfully multicultural food scene. With a maximum of five guests, the experience feels personal and welcoming. Solo travellers can comfortably join the group, while friends, colleagues, and conference visitors can enjoy a carefully planned day without worrying about transportation, reservations, or where to go next. Your day includes a relaxed café stop, lunch at the iconic Bullock’s Bistro, and dinner at Zehabesha or another carefully selected locally owned restaurant showcasing Yellowknife’s diverse flavours. Hotel pickup and drop-off, meals, transportation, attraction admissions, and guiding are included.

Yellowknife is easily one of the best places in the world to observe the aurora! It is also known as the "Northern Lights Capital."Take a look at the beauty of the aurora and if you’re extremely lucky you may even catch an extremely rare yellow-purple aurora! Enjoy an unforgettable 3-day and 2-night amazing tour with a 95% probability of seeing the aurora! Comfortably stay in a 4-star Yellowknife hotel and select any of our classic winter activities from dog sledding to ice fishing. Discover and receive the aurora/Arctic Circle certificates or small badges at the local tourist centers to keep souvenirs of the most beautiful aurora moment! One Room Selection The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers. If you are a party of more than four guests or desire to have separate rooms, please provide a separate booking. Avoid traveling in a different bus? If you have more than one booking, please provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.

Take the only exclusive private guided tour of Virginia Falls and the Nahanni in town. Spend the whole day in the Nahanni with extended stops at Virginia Falls, Glacier Lake & Rabbit Kettle Lake.

Discover the magic of the Northern Lights on a cozy women-only tour designed for comfort, connection, and personalized attention. Travel beyond Yellowknife’s city lights in a spacious white Jeep Wagoneer, with a maximum of five guests and plenty of room to relax between viewing stops. Your guide will take you out on the Ingraham Trail in search of the clearest available skies. Enjoy warm drinks, light snacks, blankets, and basic photography assistance while sharing an unforgettable northern night with a welcoming group of women. Perfect for solo women travellers, friends, colleagues, and conference visitors looking to relaxed and feel taken care of. Women-only Northern Lights adventure with a maximum of five guests -Comfortable transportation in a heated white Jeep Wagoneer -Warm drinks, light snacks, and blankets included -Basic assistance with phone and camera settings -Multiple viewing locations selected according to conditions -Hotel pickup and drop-off within Yellowknife

A private SUV version of the complete 4-day/3-night Yellowknife winter package for one group of up to six guests. It includes airport transfers, winter gear rental, two private mobile aurora hunts, one stationary aurora-viewing camp, private city sightseeing, a private ice-road and scenic winter drive, and a private Local Art & Souvenir Tour. Hotel accommodation is not included. Daytime departures are the current private SUV times shown at booking and confirmed before each activity; Day 4 is coordinated around the departing flight.