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Getting here

Getting here - Highway 1The starting point for Nahanni Country is Fort Simpson, on NWT Highway 1, at the confluence of the Mackenzie and Liard rivers. Drive the Deh Cho Connection from Alberta or British Columbia. Fly to Fort Simpson on daily scheduled flights from Yellowknife and Whitehorse, Yukon. Both cities are connected to southern Canada by daily jet flights. To access Nahanni National Park Reserve, you must travel by charter aircraft.

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Hiking Nahanni Country

Trails in Nahanni Country lead to superb vistas.

Cirque of the Unclimbables

A challenge for world class mountaineers, the Cirque is located in the Ragged Range, near Glacier Lake.

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Nahanni National Park Reserve

This park is an outstanding example of northern wilderness, with rivers, canyons, gorges and alpine tundra.

Virginia Falls

Virginia Falls (Nailicho) is one of the most famous and spectacular wild places in the Northwest Territories.

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Canoeing and Kayaking Nahanni Country

Two wild rivers surge through Nahanni National Park Reserve, and both merit consideration for a trip.

 
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Northwest Territories Adventure Company

We’ll make it easy to experience the best that the North to offer, no matter where you want to go, how much you want to spend or what your interests are. For years, we’ve hunted high and low to find the hidden nuggets. We’ve kicked the tires...

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Sambaa K'e Development Corporation

The most recent archaeological evidence indicates that Sambaa Ke (Trout Lake) has been a traditional fishing site for at least 2000 years. There is a simple reason for this fact: the size and quality of the fish. For the past 30 years, Sambaa Ke has operated a small rustic fishing...

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North Nahanni Naturalist Lodge

Full service lodge located on Cli Lake 72 miles west of Fort Simpson in the Nahanni Mountain Range. Fish for trout, grayling, pike. Guided hiking, birding, wildlife viewing, cultural activities, conferences. Accommodates 24 in lodge, cabins and tent frames. Includes meals, boats and motors, guides, sauna, hot tub, fireplaces. Jet...

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North Nahanni River Tours

Custom hourly and daily guided river tours by outboard or jet boat in the Dehcho region. From Fort Simpson, on Mackenzie, Liard, North Nahanni, Ram, Root and Willow Rivers. Scenic stops, cultural interpretation, camping, hiking, photography, catch and release fishing. Snacks and lunches provided. June 1 to September 30.

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Open Sky Creative Society (OSCS)

The Open Sky Creative Society (OSCS) was formed in 1999 by local artists & arts supporters who saw a need for an arts & cultural service organization as well as presentation & artist outreach opportunities in the Dehcho. The society’s presence in our region is vital as extreme distances to the nearest...

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Nahanni River Adventures

We have delivered guided natural history/wilderness adventures by canoe and raft for over 25 years. Our qualified and friendly guides are authorities on the Nahanni, Cirque of the Unclimbables and we maintain a high ratio of guides to guests. We have published three river books, and have hosted television...

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Nahanni National Park Reserve

Nahanni National Park Reserve of Canada (Naha Dehe) protects a portion of the Mackenzie Mountains Natural Region in the southwest Northwest Territories and offers the adventurous visitor a remarkable, northern wilderness experience. The park reserve was established in 1972, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978 and the...

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Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures

For a Great Northern Experience! Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures offers a variety of day trips ranging from 2 to 10 hours in all seasons for all ages. We can tailor outdoor day programs or packages to suit your needs.We also provide hotel accommodations in yellowknife. Summer Activities: Great Slave Lake...

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Deh Cho First Nations

"Strong, proud happy people through self-government and sustainable economic development while maintaining the integrity of the land and the Dene/Metis traditions."

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Top of the World Travel

For over 20 years, Top of the World Travel has introduced travellers to the breathtaking beauty of Canada's North! Our specialties include ecotourism/naturalist, outdoor adventures, fishing, hunting, Aurora Borealis, wildlife, northern festivals and cultural tours in both the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. We can customize a northern package...

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Association of Mackenzie Mountain Outfitters (AMMO)

Our eight members are the sole outfitters in this vast track of endless mountains, each one of us outfitting and guiding in their own concession, undisturbed, alone. Using airplanes, helicopters and boats we backpack and we horse hunt, rifle and bowhunt for Dall’s sheep, mountain caribou, Alaska-Yukon moose,...

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Deh Cho Travel Connection

It is wild enough to make the hardiest romantic linger, yet travelled enough for a safe and leisurely family vacation with plenty of places to stop on the way. Travel just over 1,800 kilometres (1,100 miles) from “Mile Zero” of the Mackenzie Highway to “Mile Zero” of the...

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Gana River Outfitters Ltd.

Gana River Outfitters is a family owned and operated outfitting business offering remote wilderness hunts in the beautiful Mackenzie Mountains of the NWT. We offer 10-12 day horseback and backpack hunts in our exclusive area for dall sheep, mountain caribou, moose, wolf and wolverine. Success rates are consistently near...

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South Nahanni Outfitters Ltd.

Outfitting service in the Nahanni region, offering unique wilderness experiences in the mountains.

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Shehtah Adventures

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Your Planner

Let us take care of your business events. We organize conferences, meetings and staff retreats in the unique and beautiful backdrop of the NWT.

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Wolverine Air (1988) Ltd.

Air charter service based in Fort Simpson, operating year-round service since 1972. Wheels, skis, floats. Nahanni National Park Reserve specialist. Flightseeing and self-guided canoeing, hiking and fishing trips.

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Nahanni Inn Ltd.

29 rooms, two suites, private bath, TV, phone, coffee shop, licensed dining room, lounge, conference room. Pets OK. Children under 12 n/c. Wheelchair access. Senior's discount. All major credit cards.

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Simpson Air

Simpson Air (and its predecessor) is the oldest continuously-operated flying service in the Mackenzie Valley, established in the early 1960s. Air charters, tour packages, canoeing/rafting drop-offs, flightseeing, serving the Nahanni National Park Reserve area. Flightseeing day tours to Nahanni National Park Reserve, Virginia Falls, Glacier Lake, Cirque...

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Nahanni Mountain Lodge

Fly in fishing trips to lodge located on Little Doctor Lake, 100 km west of Fort Simpson. Accommodates 13 in cabins. Pickerel, northern pike (to 38 lb), lake trout, Arctic grayling. Swimming, canoeing. Satellite phone. Flight-seeing day tours to Nahanni National Park Reserve. June 1 to September 30. Three...

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Deh Cho Suites

New, beautifully decorated accommodation in quiet private area in Fort Simpson, close to everything. 6 suites and guest rooms c/w private entrance, private bath, ADSL and wireless Internet, satellite TV: Access to full kitchen, laundry and barbecue, complimentary continental breakfast. We accept debit and major credit cards. Absolutely the...

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Fort of the Forks

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Ohare knives

Extremely high quality locally made hand crafted knives. Various designs and custom orders accepted. Wonderful tools for hunting and fishing. Visit our web site to view our numerous knife designs. Member of The Knifemakers' Guild. Prices range from $170 to $800.

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Land is Life Ltd.

Visit our Traditional Dene camp for summer and winter adventures; Aboriginal guided tours on the Mackenzie River by boat or canoe; experience the Aboriginal culture and history first hand. View the wildlife and Aurora Borealis. Discover yourself in the northern wilderness.

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Naha Deh Cultural Tours

Enjoy a guided tour of the village of Nahanni Butte (pop<100). Meet local Dene, learn of the culture, village history, stories of life in a village accessible only by air, water, winter road. Enjoy tea and bannock. Tour is designed for those canoeing or rafting the Nahanni River. If...

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Mackenzie Rest Inn

A beautifully appointed home with 5 guest rooms, overlooking the Mackenzie River in Fort Simpson. Your comfort is our business!

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Celine's B&B

Located in Nahanni Butte, Celine has opened her empty nest to guests. Her home offers 2 bedrooms; one with a double bed and the other with 2 single beds. Shared bath; smoking outdoors; alcohol-free. Room and breakfast $135; room and 3 meals $175. TV, DVD, VCR, Satellite dish, phone.

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R3R Innovations

Our company works with tour operators and NWT hotels and conference planners to arrange unique business meetings, staff retreats, conferences and tours in Yellowknife and the NWT. R3R Innovations acts as a facilitator to ensure the business traveller has the best experience possible when they visit our beautiful territory.

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Nahanni Shuttle Partnership

Nahanni Shuttle provides charter van shuttles from the Nahanni to Fort Simpson. 15 passenger van and trailer for canoes. Reliable, clean and efficient. Pick ups at Blackstone Landing or Lindberg Landing.

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South Nahanni Airways

Charters to Nahanni National Park Reserve, Twin Otter on wheels, floats, skis. Day trip charters for groups of 10-15 passengers.

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Fort Simpson Visitor Information Centre

Community visitor centre, May 15 - Sept 15, 9 am-7 pm. Assistance provided for tours in community, accommodations, park use, etc.

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K & K Expediting

Specializes in logistics, freight handling and truck rentals. We also rent satellite phones, snowmobiles and ATVs.

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South Nahanni Executive Suites

Lovely two bedroom suite, full kitchen, full bath, satellite TV, high speed internet service with computer, library seating area, washer and dryer available, across from golf course, golf clubs available, BBQ for use.

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Fort Simpson Gardens

Two apartments, accommodation for up to three persons in each, located on the second floor of a building at the heart of the community. Jacuzzi and sauna facilities. High speed wireless Internet. The location on the main street allows for easy access to restaurant, convenience store and other facilities. From $...

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Janor Guest House

Fort Simpson's best kept secret! A guest house with six rooms located downtown, across from the High School, on Main Street. Close to everything. Rates begin at $125 per room, per night. Non-smoking. Privacy. High speed wireless Internet, treadmill, barbecue, laundromat, movie channels, fax, guest phone. Continental breakfast....

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Lindberg Landing

Between Fort Simpson and Fort Liard on the Liard Highway (Hwy 7). Accommodates 16 in 2-bedroom log house and two rustic cabins. By appointment only. Please write for information.

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Maroda Motel

15 units, eight with air-conditioned kitchenettes. Private bath, TV, phone. Senior's discounts. All major credit cards.

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Nahanni Butte Inn and General Store

Four comfortable rooms with eight single beds, located in the small river community of Nahanni Butte. Satellite TV receivers in all rooms. Cafe, general store. Boat transport service can be arranged to Blackstone Park or to Fort Simpson, contact the Inn for details.

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Wild Rose Boardroom and B & B

Located in Wild Rose acreages. Private accommodation. Transportation available upon request. Short term and long term rates available.

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