In the Northwest Territories where winter lasts half the year (or more) we’ve found plenty of cool ways to enjoy it.
Winter Activities
In the Northwest Territories where winter lasts half the year (or more) we’ve found plenty of cool ways to enjoy it. For starters, how about a dog sledding adventure? There’s nothing like the thrill of whooshing along behind a team of eager huskies, snow flying and harnesses jingling. Make it an hour’s jaunt or a weekend long trek. You can even drive the team yourself, once a seasoned musher shows you how.
Winter camping, deep in the snow-scalloped forest, can be a high point of your Northern experience. Hunker down on fresh spruce boughs and inhale that mug of hot tea. Roast your toes by the fire and take a last, awestruck look at the winter sky before you drop off to sleep.
Closer to town, strap on snowshoes or cross country skis and explore the beautiful trails that wind their way around our communities, through parks and across iced-over lakes.
For more on winter activities, please visit our Outdoor Adventure section.
The AURORAMAX Online Observatory monitors the intensity and frequency of auroral activity above Yellowknife, Northwest Territories in the years leading up to Solar Maximum.
AURORAMAX Replays feature the latest and greatest auroras, using Canada's most advanced aurora cameras.
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Harbour House Bed & BreakfastFabulous viewing of the Aurora Borealis in fall, winter and spring from the Harbour House on Great Slave Lake. Read More
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Bekere Lake LodgeLodge approximately 135 kilometres south of Paulatuk, with large living room, dining room, kitchen area, for 10 to 15 guests. Spring snowmobile adventures and wildlife photography. Snowmobiling to Horton River and area, snowshoeing, ice fishing. Three month advanced bookings. Read More
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MacKay Lake Lodge (True North Safaris Ltd.)Fall aurora viewing in the barren lands at MacKay Lake Lodge can be combined with caribou and wildlife photography and fishing. In the winter, drive the longest ice road in the world to a diamond mine. Photo opportunities include the winter landscape, arctic wildlife and the aurora. The barren lands... Read More
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Canoe Arctic Inc.Paddle the Thelon River and other pristine wild tundra rivers with Alex Hall, wildlife biologist and the Canadian Arctic's first and most experienced canoeing guide. All of our canoe trips are located deep in the Barren Lands and hundreds of miles from the nearest road or community. Unprecedented opportunities... Read More
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Arctic ChaletEnjoy canoeing, hiking and playing with the White Huskies during your stay at the Arctic Chalet. In winter this is a great place to also watch the Aurora Borealis away from city lights and also enjoy the best dogsledding ever! We also offer ice road tours, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and more.... Read More
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dbeck KennelsDogteam tours with experienced musher and kennel owner along traditional trails near Hay River. Traditional teaching available as well. Trips accommodate up to five persons. November to the end March. Call for details. Read More
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Mystery ToursBased out of Hay River, Mystery Tours offer guided boat excursions on Great Slave Lake and the Mackenzie River. Trips can be customized and provide opportunities for sightseeing, wildlife viewing and photography tours. Read More
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Bob Dunsmore ToursCity tours by Bob Dunsmore, a resident of Yellowknife for 30 years and former Tour Guide of the Year. Two-hour tours start at 1:00pm daily. Minimum of two passengers. Customized tours with 24-hour notice. Step-on tours for bus groups. Read More
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Arctic OdysseysDelivering memorable experiences to northern adventurers for over 30 years. Northern lights, light hiking, wildlife viewing and birdwatching, flora, fauna, photography, native cultures, adventure! Great Slave Lake / Northwest Passage. View our web site for dates, rates and full itineraries. Read More
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Aurora Nights LodgeFour and seven day packages on the Taltson River to view the Aurora. Drive out by snowmobile from Fort Resolution, or fly from Fort Smith to our camp. Stay in a heated tent frame, and drive our traditional trapping trails with a working dog team. Try ice fishing, snowshoeing, and... Read More
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Horizon & Co.Diamond Winter Ice: There is no more romantic experience on earth than sleeping on spruce bows beside a wood burning stove in an authentic prospectors tent under the shimmering Northern Lights. The swish of your dogsled, a private wilderness camp for two, a luxurious post and beam lodge, a bush... Read More
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Polar Pack Cafe Ltd.Cultural immersion programs. Skilled Inuit guides, boats, snowmobiles, etc. Operating year 'round. Read More
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Arctic Tour CompanyTour company offering winter and spring packages, including community tours, aurora viewing, snowmobile and dogteam tours, opportunities to camp or overnight in an igloo. Customized tours available for individuals, groups, film crews. Read More
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