Yellowknife 5 Days 4 Nights Aurora Viewing with Hotel Accommodation
- Duración: 5 Días (aproximadamente)
Experience an unforgettable adventure with our Yellowknife 5 Days 4 Nights Aurora Viewing package! Spend your nights under the stunning Northern Lights, each evening offering a unique spectacle. Enjoy comfortable hotel accommodations and thrilling Aurora hunting expeditions. Immerse yourself in cultural richness with a night at an Aboriginal Camp and complete your journey with a cozy cabin aurora viewing experience at Aurora Lakeview Cabin. Let the Northern Lights enchant you in Yellowknife.
What's Included
- 5 days 4 nights with 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
- Optional complimentary Yellowknife sightseeing tour
- 2 nights of aurora hunting tours.
- 1 night aurora viewing experience in cabin (alternative Aurora viewing at SKYDOME when cabin is closed)
- 1 night aurora viewing tour at Aboriginal camp (alternative aurora viewing in Skydome when Aboriginal camp is closed)
- Snacks and hot beverages on aurora hunting tours
- Tours ground transportation
- Free airport pick/drop off available from 9:00AM - 10:00PM
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)
- Tips and gratuities (highly recommended)
- AirBnB pick up for less than 4 pax (pick up at closest hotel for free or pay extra for pick up from AirBnB)
Tour Schedule
DAY 1: Arrival - Hotel Transfer | Aurora Hunting Tour
Get ready for an extraordinary adventure as you kick off your 5-day Yellowknife holiday with an exhilarating night time Aurora hunting experience! From the moment you arrive at the Yellowknife airport, anticipation will build as our friendly tour guide welcomes you and ensures a smooth transfer to your reserved hotel in our comfortable vehicle. Once you've settled in, prepare for a magical 4-hour journey under the stars, guided by licensed tour guides photographers who will share fascinating scientific insights about the northern lights and help you capture breathtaking images of this natural wonder. To keep you warm and satisfied, we'll provide complimentary hot beverages and snacks throughout the tour. As the night concludes, you'll be safely dropped off at your hotel, already buzzing with excitement for the unforgettable experiences to come on your next day.
DAY 2: Yellowknife City Tour - Aurora Viewing at Aboriginal Camp
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Yellowknife City Tour and an enchanting Aurora Viewing at an Aboriginal Camp! Kickstart your day with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an immersive three-hour sightseeing tour of Yellowknife. With a knowledgeable guide by your side, you'll delve into the rich history and vibrant culture that define this unique diamond capital city of North America. Explore fascinating museums and visit significant historical landmarks, soaking in the essence of Yellowknife's heritage. As your insightful city tour concludes, you'll be comfortably dropped off at your hotel, giving you some time to unwind before your evening escapade begins.
As night falls, brace yourself for a magical experience that blends scientific wonder with rich indigenous traditions under the mesmerizing northern lights. Your evening starts with a convenient hotel pick-up, leading you to an Aboriginal Camp set in a serene village, free from the city's light pollution. Aurora night kick off with complementary traditional light meal and hot beverages, setting a cozy tone for the adventure ahead. Local aboriginal guides will share captivating teachings on traditional drum playing and singing, adding a layer of cultural richness to your experience. Throughout the night, your guide will keep an eye on the skies, alerting you to the dance of the northern lights, all while you stay warm and comfortable in a cabin or tipi tent. This enchanting night of fun and awe draws to a close with a seamless drop-off back at your hotel, leaving you with cherished memories of Yellowknife's natural and cultural treasures
DAY 3: Aurora Viewing in heated cabin @ Aurora Lakeview Cabin
Day three of your unforgettable adventure beckons with the promise of mesmerizing aurora views from the cozy warmth of our heated cabin at Aurora Lakeview. After a day spent either at leisure or joining one of our optional daytime tours to fully immerse in the charm of Yellowknife, the magic truly begins as the sun sets. Your evening starts with a convenient hotel pick-up, guiding you along the scenic Ingram Trail, away from city lights, to our secluded Aurora Lakeview cabin. Here, you’ll be welcomed with modern amenities and the inviting warmth of the cabin, ensuring a comfortable and memorable experience. To keep you refreshed, we offer complimentary hot beverages, light soup meal and fresh-baked bread that will surely rejuvenate your energy for the night ahead. Throughout the evening, your knowledgeable tour guide will keep you informed whenever the auroras are visible, allowing you ample opportunities to capture the dazzling display. Plus, feel free to explore our private viewing areas and cozy tipi tents for an even closer connection to the natural wonders surrounding you. As the night concludes, you’ll enjoy a seamless transfer back to your hotel, filled with awe and wonder from the night’s breathtaking aurora spectacle.
DAY 4: Aurora Hunting Tour
The Aurora Hunting Experience is an unparalleled adventure that promises not only captivating visuals but also a deeply enriching journey into the Arctic's pristine wilderness. As your 4th and final night of this mesmerizing escapade unfolds, you have the day to yourself to explore or partake in additional customized daytime activities to further tailor your Arctic adventure. The core of your night, however, is the thrilling aurora hunting into territory far from the interference of city lights. Guided by an expert aurora hunter, you'll delve into the serene, star-lit wilderness, armed with night photography techniques to capture the most dazzling images of the northern lights. The journey is conducted in a warm, comfortable vehicle, making strategic stops at territorial parks for restroom breaks and on winter roads with broad, clear skies to ensure optimal aurora viewing. As if the celestial spectacle wasn't enough, you'll be pampered with complimentary hot beverages and snacks, ensuring you're cozy and well-fed throughout the tour. The night concludes with a convenient hotel drop-off, leaving you with breathtaking memories and photographs that immortalize the splendor of the aurora borealis, making this a must-do experience for any avid traveler or nature enthusiast
DAY 5: Hotel Check Out | YZF Airport Departures
On your last day, you can look forward to a smooth and effortless transition as you check out of your hotel by 11:00 AM or even earlier. Airport transfers begin 2 hours before your scheduled flight time from Yellowknife in our comfortable shuttle bus or private taxi on early morning flights that depart before our regular shuttle service time.
As you embark on your final journey to YZF - Yellowknife airport, take a moment to bid farewell to our dedicated tour guides who have worked tirelessly to make your Aurora holiday truly unforgettable. This hassle-free transfer ensures that your memorable trip ends on a high note, seamlessly connecting the breathtaking experiences of Yellowknife with your return journey home
Tour Duration
- Complimentary Yellowknife Sightseeing Tour - [3] hours
- Aurora Hunting Tour - [4 - 4.5]hours
- Aurora Viewing in Cabin - [4 - 4.5] hours
- Aurora Viewing at aboriginal camp - [4 - 5] hours
* Winter season Aboriginal camp is open from December 18 - February 29. Autumn season August 13 - September 30. Packages with arrival dates before and after aboriginal camp closure dates, night of aurora viewing in aboriginal camp will be amended to aurora viewing experience at Aurora Lakeview cabin or SKYDOME.*
*Child Rate: applies for children under 12 years.