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
- Experience life in Indigenous communities
- Northern wildlife and North American game bird viewing
- Amazing photography opportunities!
- Everything provided, just bring friends and family
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
- 14-16 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:
After arriving into Yellowknife, Northwest Territories the day before, today we drive 650kms from Yellowknife to Fort Simpson. Enjoying the northern Canada summer wilderness along the way and getting to know your driver, guides, other tour group members and lots of time to review your trip package.
Day 2:
After spending the night in Fort Simpson, you will fly into the world famous Nahanni National Park! Spend the morning and afternoon enjoying this spectacular wonder the of NWT. Arriving back in Fort Simpson, we're back on the road for a 238km 2.5hr drive to Wrigley, our starting point.
Day 3:
After a hearty breakfast, we do a last minute check of the canoes, the gear, review safety protocols and then we start our epic 491km journey to Fort Good Hope! Local residents and community leaders will come down to see us off. Today will be a short day on the river, then we set up camp.
Day 4:
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 5:
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 6:
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 7:
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 8:
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 9:
Today, we arrive into the small Indigenous community of Tulita. Arriving mid afternoon, we will set up our tents and then explore this tiny community of pop. 477. Walk around the community, meet local residents and community leaders. A delicious traditional dinner and then enjoy the community.
Day 10:
The next 2 days and nights we continue our canoe. A relaxing night on the shore of the Mackenzie River after a night in Tulita. A relatively short day on the river, time to let the muscles heal and more time to reflect on your epic journey.
Day 11:
After another relaxing night on the shore of the Mackenzie River, we arrive into the oil town of Norman Wells. One of guides use to work on the man made islands as a young man. You can have a restaurant meal here and check in with loved here as cell phone is available here.
Day 12:
Enjoy the next 5 days of canoeing and camping on the river we arrive into the Indigenous community of Fort Good Hope, our destination. Arriving late afternoon, we will meet with community leaders and access the use of shower facilities. Explore this scenic community and check in with loved ones.
Day 13:
Enjoy the next 4 days of canoeing and camping on the river we arrive into the Indigenous community of Fort Good Hope, our destination. Arriving late afternoon, we will meet with community leaders and access the use of shower facilities. Explore this scenic community and check in with loved ones.
Day 14:
Enjoy the next 3 days of canoeing and camping on the river we arrive into the Indigenous community of Fort Good Hope, our destination. Arriving late afternoon, we will meet with community leaders and access the use of shower facilities. Explore this scenic community and check in with loved ones.
Day 15:
Today will be a spectacular day as we navigate the incredibly scenic "Ramparts", a 12km limestone canyon where the river narrows down to 100m, incredible! Enjoy your last night of camping on the river, tomorrow we arrive into the Indigenous community of Fort Good Hope, our destination.
Day 16:
Today we arrive into the Indigenous community of Fort Good Hope, our destination, we made it! We will meet with community leaders and access the use of shower facilities. Explore this scenic community and check in with loved ones. Spend the night and catch the charter flight in the morning.
Day 17:
After an early hearty breakfast, and heartfelt farewells to the local residents, it’s on the plane for a scenic flight back to Yellowknife. Arriving in late afternoon, we will check you into your hotel and then all meet for a delicious, well deserved wrap up dinner and reminisce our last 16 days!
Dates & Packages
14-16 Day - Wrigley to Fort Good Hope(525kms)
