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Aurora Northern Lights Chase Tour in Yellowknife
Cultural experiences • Yellowknife

Aurora Northern Lights Chase Tour in Yellowknife

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English guided
3-5 hrs
4.8 / 5
(38) • 900+ booked
€ 83.95
Yellowknife Holiday Winter Outdoor Activities Experience
Outdoor & sports activities • Yellowknife

Yellowknife Holiday Winter Outdoor Activities Experience

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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
100+ booked
€ 104.95
4 Day Yellowknife Aurora Small Group Tour
Tours • Yellowknife

4 Day Yellowknife Aurora Small Group Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.0 / 5
(3) • 50+ booked
€ 619.89
Canada Yellowknife Aurora 4-Day Tour (Chinese Service)
Tours • Yellowknife

Canada Yellowknife Aurora 4-Day Tour (Chinese Service)

Free cancellation
€ 393.75
Yellowknife outdoor experience snowmobile
Outdoor & sports activities • Yellowknife

Yellowknife outdoor experience snowmobile

English guided
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(6) • 100+ booked
€ 96.55
3 Day Aurora Viewing Tour in Yellowknife
Tours • Yellowknife

3 Day Aurora Viewing Tour in Yellowknife

Free cancellation
€ 398.59
Yellowknife Aurora Hunting Multiday Tour
Tours • Yellowknife

Yellowknife Aurora Hunting Multiday Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
2.7 / 5
(3) • 100+ booked
€ 239.89
Night tour of Aurora-Viewing Wooden Cabin in Yellowknife (English)
Tours • Yellowknife

Night tour of Aurora-Viewing Wooden Cabin in Yellowknife (English)

English guided
Free cancellation
€ 106.45
2 Nights Aurora Viewing
Tours • Yellowknife

2 Nights Aurora Viewing

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
€ 159.45
Dettah Ice Road Half-Day Cultural Winter Tour
Tours • From Yellowknife

Dettah Ice Road Half-Day Cultural Winter Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
€ 51.95

Hotels in Yellowknife

Chateau Nova Yellowknife
Hotels • Yellowknife

Chateau Nova Yellowknife

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4.3 / 5
(1.4K)
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€ 197.03
€ 202.05
YK Aurora B&B
Hotels • Yellowknife

YK Aurora B&B

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4.3 / 5
(116)
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€ 82.81
Nova Inn Yellowknife
Hotels • Yellowknife

Nova Inn Yellowknife

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3.8 / 5
(1.0K)
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€ 129.59
The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife
Hotels • Yellowknife

The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

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4.2 / 5
(711)
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€ 192.76
Super 8 by Wyndham Yellowknife
Hotels • Yellowknife

Super 8 by Wyndham Yellowknife

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4.0 / 5
(705)
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€ 166.44
Jenny's Guest House
Hotels • Yellowknife

Jenny's Guest House

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4.4 / 5
(141)
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€ 87.66
Quality Inn & Suites Yellowknife
Hotels • Yellowknife

Quality Inn & Suites Yellowknife

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3.3 / 5
(867)
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€ 121.20

Reviews of Yellowknife activities

Klook客路用户
2026-09-01 16:59:14
Fantastic 5.0
We met Jing, who was our female driver, tour guide, and photographer. She took our group of four to chase the Northern Lights. It was a cloudy day with thick clouds, so the chances of seeing the aurora were not high. We went to three locations. At the first spot, we saw a little bit of the Northern Lights. At the second spot, we didn't see anything at all. By the third spot, everyone was reluctant to get out of the car. We drank the hot chocolate Jing had prepared, and just as we were about to leave, Jing suddenly announced that the Northern Lights had appeared. Everyone rushed out of the car and, surprisingly, saw the strongest aurora of the night, though it was very brief. Overall, the itinerary was well-planned.
Klook客路用户
2026-09-01 17:08:29
Fantastic 5.0
If your English is good, this itinerary is fantastic and highly recommended. The driver took us to an aurora cabin about a 20-minute drive from the city. From the parking lot, it was a 3-minute walk along a forest path to the cabin. Inside, there was a very warm and hospitable elderly lady who was baking bannock and making chowder while telling us about places to visit in Yellowknife. We chatted, ate, and drank for about an hour. Then, the driver came in and announced that the aurora had appeared. We put on the leather jackets and hats provided by the host and went outside to watch. You could walk around or sit on chairs outside the cabin, which was very pleasant.
Klook User
2026-04-21 00:54:26
Great 4.0
Upon arrival, I found hair on the bed and towels, and the sheets were wrinkled, which made me question if the room had truly been cleaned. Although the issue was promptly resolved after I reported it, it left me feeling a bit distrustful. This was disappointing, especially for a higher-grade hotel.

Yellowknife at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Yellowknife?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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250
200
150
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166
Jan
103
Feb
101
Mar
89
Apr
64
May
51
Jun
69
Jul
Quietest 40
Aug
79
Sep
Busiest 255
Oct
124
Nov
140
Dec

Demand spikes in October, roughly 155% above a typical month, while August is much quieter at about 60% below a typical month — travellers from the United States should book early for October and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Yellowknife cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

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Priciest $327 Cheapest $73
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activity prices are typically around USD 122; November is the cheapest month at around USD 73, roughly 78% below July’s typical high of around USD 327 — November’s low prices also coincide with the quieter season noted in demand. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

3 daysLast-minute
20 daysTypical
45 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 20 days ahead, with last-minute bookings around 3 days and early planners around 45 days — during the October peak you should still aim to book earlier than typical to secure availability. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Yellowknife

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 1.57CAD

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Yellowknife

What to do in Yellowknife throughout the year

Yellowknife is best known for Cultural experiences, Outdoor & sports activities and Tours, with cultural and outdoor bookings carrying most volume across the year. Klook booking data shows demand builds into a strong autumn peak in October, when travellers chase seasonal light and activities, while summer months like July and August are much quieter. If you prize lively events and busy sightseeing, plan for peak-season atmosphere in October; if you prefer space and lower visitor counts, aim for the quieter months identified below. All observations are based on Klook booking data.

When to visit and what to expect

Demand on Klook hits its high point in October and falls to its low in August, with October showing a dramatic uplift in bookings and August the quietest. Prices move differently: the priciest month by median price is July, while November is typically the least expensive. That means crowds peak in October but the highest median prices are in July; for lower prices and smaller crowds, November and the quieter late-spring months are better, while October suits travellers chasing atmosphere despite busier conditions.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Peak demand USD 100
February About average USD 102
March About average USD 101
April About average USD 100
May Quieter than usual USD 115
June Very quiet USD 195
July Quieter than usual USD 327
August Very quiet USD 100
September Quieter than usual USD 82
October Peak demand USD 82
November Busier than usual USD 73
December Peak demand USD 87

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from the United States

Most travellers tend to lock things in about 20 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking around 45 days out, so treat Yellowknife as a short-to-medium planning destination. Because peak demand concentrates in October, booking earlier for travel in that month is sensible if you have set dates. Last-minute shoppers still have options up to 3 days before, but availability narrows in busier months. Use Klook to compare typical options and secure preferred dates and time slots — the platform’s Klook booking data reflects past trends and can help you decide when to reserve.

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