Yellowknife

The best time to view the Aurora Borealis in Yellowknife is typically from mid-November to early April. During these months, the nights are long and dark, providing optimal viewing conditions.

Yellowknife offers a variety of activities, including dog sledding, ice fishing, snowmobiling in the winter, and hiking, boating, and exploring the historic Old Town in the summer. You can also visit the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre to learn about the history and culture of the Northwest Territories.

Yellowknife has an international airport with direct flights from major Canadian cities like Calgary, Edmonton, and Vancouver. You can also drive to Yellowknife via the Yellowknife Highway (Highway 3), which connects to the rest of the Canadian highway system.