**The following tours and services are available to groups only. Note: All tours depart from the Sail North dock in Old Town. Group transportation can be arranged upon request.

Season: Mid- June until Late -September

Cruise with us this summer on Great Slave Lake... ..and enjoy the dinner at Hideaway Island for your group event!

For a special evening, our three hour dinner cruise will take you to our picturesque Hideaway Island. The cruise from Yellowknife to our destination will be complete with a guided commentary on Yellowknife Bay and the surrounding area. Upon arrival, guests will have time to explore the island or simply enjoy the incredible view. You will then be served a delicious meal, which may be selected from the menus listed below. You may dine inside the dome structure set up on the island or on the picnic tables outside to enjoy the beautiful northern scenery. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

 

Our knowledgeable guide will interpret the history, give you insight on living in the North and discuss the future of our friendly frontier city, including our new exciting diamond industry, since we are now becoming known as “The Diamond Capital of North America”!

TRANSFERS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE - PLEASE INQUIRE FOR DETAILS

Please visit us again to learn more about our exciting plans for Winter 2002-2003, including the introduction of “AURORA WORLD” and much more!!!!!!

If you are interested in joining our team - please refer to the recruitment section.

 
 
 

This is a scenic two hour cruise along the waterfront. The Great Slave Sightseeing Cruise is a guided tour that will introduce you to another perspective of Yellowknife as seen by the water.

As you cruise around the waters of Old Town, Yellowknife Bay and Back Bay your guide will describe the many facets of Yellowknife history, culture and modern life. You'll see historic landmarks along the water's edge, the Dene communities of N'dilo and Dettah, hear the buzzing of floatplanes and gain insight into the colorful and interesting houseboat community. From a distance you will see “Con” and “Giant” Gold Mines and learn the history of the frontier boom-town that began in the 1930's with the Yellowknife Gold Rush.

Coffee, tea and cold beverages will be available.

Prelude to a waterfall is a four hour road trip and Cameron Falls hiking tour. A chance to indulge in the natural beauty that lies just beyond Yellowknife. This is a popular tour for visitors of all ages who wish to experience the quiet and peaceful wilderness in our northern region.

We will travel along the Ingraham Trail, for approximately 30km, past many lakes, rocky outcrops and the northern boreal forest, before stopping to hike the “Panoramic Trail”. This is a leisurely hike that will take you to a spectacular viewpoint overlooking Prelude Lake. After this, we will continue down the Ingraham Trail to the trailhead of Cameron River Falls Trail. During this second excursion, your guide will interpret the area's geology, flora and fauna as you hike to Cameron Falls.

Bring your camera, a snack and discover the unique northern wilderness.

The City Sightseeing Tour is a two and a half hour tour of Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest Territories. This tour will take you through Old Town, with highlights including the panoramic view of from Pilot's Monument, the buzzing floatplanes, the infamous Wildcat Café and a trip down Ragged Ass Road. You will find that the oldest part of Yellowknife buzzes with activity. In contrast, modern high rises, shopping malls restaurants and other unique attractions are found in Yellowknife's center.