Top Yellowknife Outdoor Activities - page 2

If you’re in Yellowknife, odds are you’re up for adventure—and that’s what you’ll find on this guided fat-bike tour. With extra-wide wheels for added stability, you’ll venture on the shores of Great Slave Lake, through Old Town Yellowknife, and beyond. You’ll get fantastic views, likely spot some incredible wildlife, and get a deep, guided look at this unlikely, historic spot.

Experience an unforgettable 5-day, 4-night adventure in Yellowknife, renowned as the "Northern Lights Capital" with a 95% chance of witnessing the stunning aurora, including the rare yellow-purple display. Stay comfortably in a 4-star hotel and enjoy classic winter activities like dog sledding and ice fishing. Collect memorable souvenirs, such as aurora or Arctic Circle certificates from local tourist centers. For larger groups, each room accommodates up to four guests, and if multiple bookings are made, provide confirmation numbers to ensure you travel on the same bus.

Imagine the thrill of ice fishing in Yellowknife, where adventure meets breathtaking natural beauty! This exhilarating experience offers much more than just fishing; it’s an unforgettable nighttime tour set against the backdrop of the majestic Great Slave Lake, 9th largest and the deepest lake in North America. Picture yourself cozying up in warm, heated ice fishing huts while your guide shares insights about safety and fishing techniques. Over the course of four exciting hours, you’ll have the chance to reel in hungry fish while keeping an eye on the sky for the mesmerizing aurora borealis. As you fish, you can sip on complimentary hot beverages and enjoy light snacks, making the atmosphere even more inviting. When those stunning northern lights appear, your guide will ensure you don’t miss a moment. This unique blend of adrenaline and serenity makes ice fishing in Yellowknife an essential adventure for any outdoor enthusiast!. Tour concludes with hotel drop off's.

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.

Ride a double snowmobile and share the experience with a total of just 10 participants during a safe but thrilling excursion out of Yellowknife. A snowmobile instructor guides you through a winter wonderland of fresh snow while you explore backcountry trails. Slip on provided winter gear to keep warm and set off for 1 hour—photo stops included.

Experience an unforgettable adventure in Yellowknife with your loved ones on Private Northern Lights Searching experience, where you and your party can immerse yourself privately in the breathtaking beauty of the auroras! Enjoy a convenient private hotel pick-up in a comfortable vehicle, led by a knowledgeable photographer guide who takes you to the best spots away from city lights. Learn about solar winds, Earth's magnetic field, night photography and ancient tales that celebrate these lights. Witnessing the northern lights offers a unique blend of education and awe, making it a must for your bucket list and creating lasting memories of the wonders of our universe. Savor complimentary hot beverages and snacks while marveling at the stunning northern lights, creating an enchanting atmosphere. After this awe-inspiring experience, your guide will safely return you to your hotel, leaving you with cherished memories of nature’s spectacular light show. Tour not wheelchair accessible.

1. Higher Success Rate with Flexible Routing With fewer guests (typically 4–15 people), small group tours allow guides to make quick route adjustments based on real-time weather and aurora forecasts. You’ll have a better chance of escaping cloudy skies and catching the Northern Lights. 2. Better Photography Support Your guide will have more time to help each guest with aurora photography, including camera settings, framing, and even taking portraits under the aurora. Some tours provide tripods and optional photo packages. 3. More Comfort, Less Crowding Smaller groups mean more space per guest in the vehicle, a quieter viewing experience, and less waiting around. You can relax, stay warm, and fully enjoy the peaceful Arctic night.

Join us on a tour to look for the largest land mammals in North America - the Wood Bison! NWT is home to North America's largest free roaming herd of wood bison - and from Yellowknife we can take a day tour to look for them. How big are wood bison? The bison bulls can stand up to 6ft tall at their shoulders, 13ft long, and can weigh more than a tonne. Females are smaller and can weigh up to 1,200 pounds. Will we see any baby bison? It is common to see newborn and growing calves among the herds. Could we see other animals too? Hopefully. We have previously spotted black bear, eagles, fox, porcupines. Where do we travel? We travel on highway 3 south, near the world's 10th largest lake - Great Slave Lake, and share facts and stories about the area. Is food provided? A light picnic lunch is provided with a snack and beverage. Animal sightings can not be guaranteed. We have a 4 person minimum for this tour to take place, however we will try our best to arrange groups.

Drive a snowmobile across the frozen landscape of the Northwest Territories on a snowmobile adventure from Yellowknife. This tour includes helmet to ensure your safety, a hot drink at the end of the trail, and round-trip transport from hotels in Yellowknife, and it's the perfect introduction to Canada's wild backcountry.

Guests will enjoy a hassle free day relaxing near Madeline Lake. Roundtrip transportation from Hotel to Hotel. No need to carry boats around since all equipment are by the water. Enjoy a great lunch. 5hrs total tour time including 1hr transportation time.

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.

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.

We are 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.

Experience the aurora borealis in multiple ways on this 3-night tour from Yellowknife with airport and hotel pickup. In addition to an outdoor experience, you’ll also see the aurora from inside a lodge, saving you from the cold. Stay cozy with hot chocolate and snacks provided during the tours, and see the city’s highlights on an included sightseeing tour. (Please note this tour is largely conducted in Chinese.)