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Yellowknife: Aurora Chasing + Aurora Lodge

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Yellowknife, Canada
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On average, this is booked 26 (0) days in advance.

4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Mandarin
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Overview

The best of both worlds, Aurora Chasing and Aurora Lodge! This is the Aurora Tour that allow you to have the cake and eat it too!

On a cold and clear night, guests will spend more time in a spacious and warm Lodge near Madeline Lake and wait for the aurora show to begin. While waiting, there will be a display of various furs and animal products, guests will also have access to board games, cards, majong, arcades, foosball, and basket ball shooter. Light snacks and hot beverages are also provided.

View the aurora in comfort, go to proper washrooms without freezing your butts off in comfort.

On a night with roaming cloud, Guests will spend more time driving to clearer location to have better chance to see the Aurora. If the location of the Aurora Chasing is near the lodge, guests may use the lodge to rest and recuperate.

Professional photographer will take guests photos and provide original digital photos to all guests at no additional charge.

What's Included

  • Snacks Light snacks and hot beverages are included
  • WIFI
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Driver will hold a sign with company logo at the designated pick up location. If you are staying at a B&B, please select the closest hotel. We can usually do drop off at any location in town, but pick up point is hotel only to ensure timely pickup.Pick up Schedule by Hotels: Super 8: 30-35 minutes before Tour Start Time Capital Suite: 20-25 Minutes before Tour Start Time Quality Inn: 15-20 minutes before Tour Start Time Nova Inn: 10-15 minutes before Tour Start Time Explorer: 5-10 Minutes before Tour Start Time Chateau Nova: 0-10 Minutes before Tour Start Time

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Madeline Lake Territorial Park

Guests will visit the luxurious Madeline Lake Lodge. The lodge sits atop 7000 square meters of private land, with direct access to Madeline Lake. The lodge has in floor heating and over 180 square meters of viewing decks.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Prelude Lake Territorial Park

Should the night have roaming clouds, guests will aboard a warm and comfy bus to chase the aurora in various territorial parks.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 38 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Yellowknife: Aurora Chasing + Aurora Lodge?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-451245P6

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137 reviews

Average 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 137 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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On average, this is booked 26 (0) days in advance.

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What's Included

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  • SnacksLight snacks and hot beverages are included
  • WIFI
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 38 travelers

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