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Marvel at the splendour of the Northern Lights on your unforgettable Canadian vacation.

Our local experts take care of all your trip details so you can focus on making lifelong memories

Waves of shimmering greens and pinks, dancing across the sky — seeing the Northern Lights is a bucket-list travel experience. The northern regions of Canada are some of the best places in the world to observe this natural phenomenon. Our team of local travel experts work with you to create your perfect trip, including accommodation, local transport and unique excursions.

It was amazing!

"Our trip to the Yukon was a celebration of our 50th wedding anniversary. It was made extra special by the way Fresh Tracks arranged everything. The purpose of the visit was to see the Northern Lights, which we saw over two nights. It was amazing..."

Roger Marling, USA

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Where to see Northern Lights in Canada

Manitoba

Churchill

Known as the polar bear capital of the world, this northern town is a one-of-a-kind destination for aurora borealis tours in Canada.

Connection hub: Winnipeg

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Northwest Territories

Yellowknife

Located directly under the Auroral Oval, the Northwest Territories offers some of the most intense aurora borealis activity in the world.

Connection hubs: Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver

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Yukon

Whitehorse

Tours in the Yukon deliver plenty of opportunities for adventure, from dog-sledding and snowmobiling to wildlife viewing and cultural activities.

Connection hub: Vancouver

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Top Northern Lights seasons in Canada

Man kneels behind camera on stand set up in Yellowknife on a day with vivid sighting of northern lights

Best times to see the Northern Lights

A common question is when one should go on an aurora borealis tour in Canada. This guide shares the best times of year to see nature's greatest light show.

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Aurora over the Ramparts Falls on the Cameron River near Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada.

Northern Lights tours in Fall

Canada's Northern Lights Fall season, which runs from August through September, is a celebration of colour.

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Green Northern Lights above a wooden cabin at Southern Lakes Resort in winter, snow on the ground

Northern Lights tours in Winter

A trip here in the Winter aurora season, which runs from November to March, offers unique experiences like dogsledding, snowmobiling and ice fishing.

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People in winter jackets standing outside the Churchill Northern Studies Centre

Northern Lights explained: a guide to this natural wonder

Discover some amazing facts about the aurora borealis and how to best prepare for your fully planned Northern Lights vacation in Canada.

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Northern Lights over the Dempster Highway

Why the Solar Maximum means peak Northern Lights in 2025

Scientists at NASA predict that the years around 2025 will be top years to view the lights.

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The Northern Lights over Gangler's Subarctic Lodge in winter.

How to photograph the Northern Lights

Knowing how to take pictures of the Northern Lights will enhance your overall trip and offers a chance to share the experience with others.

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Based in Canada, our experienced travel advisors have extensive local knowledge. Since 1996, we have created more than 25,000 Canadian vacations — and will make your trip to Canada seamless and worry-free.

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