North Star Adventures Ltd is a 100% Indigenous owned and operated, Yellowknife based company. We have seen Yellowknife grow from a small town to today’s modern city of 20,000. We are also from the communities all across the North, having lived, played and worked there. We know Yellowknife, we know the North!
Overview
Trip Highlights
- Indigenous guides & genuine Indigenous culture
- Northern wildlife and North American game bird viewing
- Amazing photography opportunities!
- Everything provided, just bring friends and family
- Jun, Jul-24hr daylight phenomenon! Mid of Aug to Sep-amazing Aurora!
North Star Adventures Ltd is a 100% Indigenous owned and operated, Yellowknife based company. We have seen Yellowknife grow from a small town to today’s modern city of 20,000. We are also from the communities all across the North, having lived, played and worked there. We know Yellowknife, we know the North!
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Canoeing
Activity
- Whitewater
- Canoe Tripping
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Whitewater Class I
Destination
- North America
Length
- 491KM Days
Accomodation
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Photography
- Wildlife Viewing
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Adventure Level
Itinerary
Meeting Place
Yellowknife Airport
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Day 1:
Today we start our 650km road trip to Fort Simpson, we will see the world’s biggest wild buffalo. After lunch in Fort Providence, we arrive into the community . Upon arrival, you will check in B&B, and then we all meet for dinner. The evening is yours to enjoy or join our tour of the community.
Day 2:
Enjoy the wonders of the Deh Cho today, you can choose the optional day flight tour in the world famous Nahanni National Park, or explore around, maybe take in a round of golf on Northwest Territories most beautiful golf course or just relax and walk and enjoy the historic community of Fort Simpson.
Day 3:
After breakfast, hold a safety meeting and a traditional prayer ceremony, we are on the river! We will arrive at our first camping spot mid-afternoon where we will set up our tents and our camp. A relatively easy first day, to give everyone the chance to become familiar with canoeing and the river.
Day 4:
The next 4 days and nights we continue our canoe journey following in the footsteps of Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his men who canoed this same river over 230 years ago! What you are seeing with each passing kilometer is exactly what Alexander Mackenzie would have seen back in 1789!
Day 5:
The next 3 days , we come to where the river starts to narrow and the current gets faster! Early morning breakfasts, lunch on the river when all the canoes are together and then a delicious dinner meal on the shore and some time to relax.
Day 6:
The next 2 days , we come to where the river starts to narrow and the current gets faster! Early morning breakfasts, lunch on the river when all the canoes are together and then a delicious dinner meal on the shore and some time to relax.
Day 7:
The next day , we come to where the river starts to narrow and the current gets faster! Early morning breakfasts, lunch on the river when all the canoes are together and then a delicious dinner meal on the shore and some time to relax.
Day 8:
After 7 days of canoeing and camping on the river we arrive into the community of Wrigley. Arriving late afternoon, we will set up our tents and then explore this tiny community of pop. 119. Walk around the community, meet local residents and community leaders. A delicious traditional dinner and the
Day 9:
The next 5 days and nights we continue our journey, the very same journey Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his men did 232 years ago! Early morning breakfasts, lunch on river when we ”raft” the canoes together and delicious dinner meals on the shore. Evenings are time to relax and reflect.
Day 10:
Enjoy the next 4 days and nights as we continue our journey, the very same journey Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his men did 232 years ago! Early morning breakfasts, lunch on river when we ”raft” the canoes together and delicious dinner meals on the shore. Evenings are time to relax and reflect.
Day 11:
Enjoy the next 3 days and nights we continue our journey, the very same journey Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his men did 232 years ago! Early morning breakfasts, lunch on river when we ”raft” the canoes together and delicious dinner meals on the shore. Evenings are time to relax and reflect.
Day 12:
The next 2 days and nights we continue our journey, the very same journey Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his men did 232 years ago! Early morning breakfasts, lunch on river when we ”raft” the canoes together and delicious dinner meals on the shore. Evenings are time to relax and reflect.
Day 13:
The next day we continue our journey, the very same journey Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his men did 232 years ago! Early morning breakfasts, lunch on river when we ”raft” the canoes together and delicious dinner meals on the shore. Evenings are time to relax and reflect.
Day 14:
After 13 days of canoeing and camping on the river we arrive into the community of Wrigley, our destination. Arriving late afternoon, We will be waiting for you and after packing up the canoes and gear we are on the road back for 2.5hr drive to Fort Simpson. And check in B&B for a good rest tonight!
Day 15:
After breakfast we board our charter flight to Tulita. Soon after arriving into Tulita, we will hike up the iconic Bear Rock. After a 3-4hr hike we reach the top and are rewarded with a spectacular view of the Mackenzie River, the Bear River ad the Mackenzie Mountains for miles and miles!
Day 16:
After breakfast, and after a wonderful day in this very picturesque community you will board your charter aircraft for a scenic flight back to Yellowknife. Back into Yellowknife, check into your hotel or B&B and enjoy a delicious wrap up dinner to reminisce some more.
Dates & Packages
15-16 Day – Fort Simpson to Tulita (491kms)