What wildlife can I expect to see on a Canadian Arctic tour?

The Canadian Arctic is home to diverse wildlife including polar bears muskoxen Arctic foxes and several whale species like narwhals and belugas. Birdwatchers will find gyrfalcons snow buntings and thick-billed murres especially around Lancaster Sound and Devon Island. A TourRadar traveler's experience on their Churchill tour highlights the abundance: "Day 2 we saw 25 polar bears! Day 3 we saw 16 polar bears and we got to drive the tundra buggy!"

When is the best time to visit the Canadian Arctic?

June through September provides the most accessible travel window with mild temperatures and extended daylight. The summer months of July and August see temperatures reach 15°C (59°F) in areas like Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk making outdoor activities more comfortable. For those interested in winter experiences November to March offers Northern Lights viewing and ice road travel. A recent Arctic Winter Explorer tour participant noted the "breathtaking winter landscapes and incredible Aurora Borealis sightings over Dawson City."

What cultural experiences are included in Canadian Arctic tours?

Tours connect visitors with Inuit communities in places like Tuktoyaktuk Aklavik and Pond Inlet where local traditions food and crafts take center stage. The Gold Rush era comes alive in Dawson City at venues like Diamond Tooth Gerties and surrounding historic sites. A TourRadar traveler noted "the fascinating insights into Inuit culture and traditions shared by local guides in Tuktoyaktuk."

What type of accommodation can I expect on an Arctic tour?

Lodging ranges from city hotels like the Capital Hotel in Whitehorse to remote outposts such as Eagle Plains Hotel on the Dempster Highway. Some itineraries feature nights in mobile camps on sea ice near Pond Inlet or stays in community lodges. Churchill visitors typically stay at properties like the Tundra Inn while expedition cruises provide well-equipped cabins with private facilities and dining options.

How do I get to the Canadian Arctic destinations?

Access typically starts from major cities such as Whitehorse Calgary or Toronto with charter flights to remote locations like Churchill Resolute or Inuvik. Some routes like the Arctic Winter Explorer combine ground travel on the Dempster Highway with return flights. Arctic Range Adventure tours handle all transportation including transfers and chartered flights between locations.

Are the Northern Lights visible during Arctic tours?

The Aurora Borealis appears regularly from September to March when dark skies dominate. Key viewing locations include Whitehorse and Dawson City though visibility depends on cloud cover and solar conditions. One TourRadar traveler reported: "Our guide took us to perfect spots near Dawson City where we witnessed spectacular Aurora displays."

Canadian Arctic Cruises & Tours

13 Arctic Canada trips with 7 reviews

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Explorer Family Arctic Sightseeing
Arctic Tundra & Dawson City | Naturally Wild
Destinations
Whitehorse, Dawson City, Tombstone Territorial Park
Age Range
up to 90 year olds
Regions
Yukon and Northwest TerritoriesDempster Highway+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Arctic Range Adventure
Duration
6 days
From
NZ$4,050
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$Canada\'s Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage, Operated by Quark Tour$
$Canada\'s Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage, Operated by Quark - 3 destinations$
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Ocean Cruise Polar Arctic
Canada's Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage, Operated by Quark
Destinations
Toronto, Resolute, Calgary
Age Range
18 to 80 year olds
Operated in
English
Operator
Exodus Adventure Travels
4% Off
Duration
12 days
From $27,060
NZ$25,945
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Explorer Family Arctic
Arctic Winter Explorer | Ice Road to the Arctic Sea
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"All I hoped for to travel by road from Whitehorse to Inuvik and on to the Arctic Ocean."
PHYLLIS, traveled in February
Destinations
Whitehorse, Dawson City, Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk
Age Range
7 to 90 year olds
Regions
Yukon and Northwest TerritoriesDempster HighwayCanadian ShieldArctic / North Pole+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Arctic Range Adventure
4% Off
Duration
8 days
From
NZ$5,783
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Explorer Family Arctic Northern Lights Christmas & New Year +2
Arctic Winter Heartbeat | Active Winter Adventure
4.8 (5 traveler reviews)
"It was one of the best vacations in my life. I would go there again at anytime."
Sabrina, traveled in February
Destinations
Whitehorse
Age Range
19 to 80 year olds
State
Yukon and Northwest Territories
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Arctic Range Adventure
4% Off
Duration
7 days
From
NZ$3,859
$965 now + easy payments of $193
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Explorer Family Camping Arctic Wildlife +1
In the Realm of the Mysterious Narwhals
Destinations
Pond Inlet, Sirmilik National Park of Canada
Age Range
up to 85 year olds
Regions
Canadian ShieldArctic / North PoleNunavutBaffin Island+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
DIAMIR Erlebnisreisen
4% Off
Duration
8 days
From
NZ$17,377
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Arctic Active Wildlife
The Arctic Express
Destinations
Whitehorse, Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk
Age Range
up to 80 year olds
Regions
Yukon and Northwest TerritoriesCanadian ShieldArctic / North Pole+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
EPIC NORTH Tour Experiences Inc.
4% Off
No departure dates available
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Explorer Family Polar Arctic
Arctic Roadtrip - Winter Adventure in the North
Destinations
Whitehorse, Dawson City, Tombstone Territorial Park,Inuvik,Aklavik,Tuktoyaktuk+3 more
Age Range
up to 85 year olds
Regions
Yukon and Northwest TerritoriesDempster Highway+1 more
Operated in
English, German
Operator
DIAMIR Erlebnisreisen
4% Off
No departure dates available
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Arctic Active Wildlife
Arctic Exploration
Destinations
Whitehorse, Skagway, Dawson City, Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk
Age Range
up to 80 year olds
State
Yukon and Northwest Territories
Operated in
English
Operator
EPIC NORTH Tour Experiences Inc.
4% Off
No departure dates available
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Arctic Active Wildlife
Wildlife & Nature in Focus
Destinations
Whitehorse, Haines Junction, Kluane National Park, Haines
Age Range
up to 80 year olds
Operated in
English
Operator
EPIC NORTH Tour Experiences Inc.
4% Off
No departure dates available
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Polar Family Arctic Coach / Bus
Arctic Ocean, Tundra & Dempster Highway (southern route)
Destinations
Whitehorse, Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk, Eagle Plains, Dawson City,Yukon+1 more
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Regions
Yukon and Northwest TerritoriesDempster Highway+1 more
Operated in
Only: German
Operator
DERTOUR
4% Off
Duration
8 days
From
NZ$5,895
$1,769 now + easy payments of $1,032
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Ocean Cruise Family Polar Arctic Explorer +1
Canadian Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage to Ellesmere and Axel Heiberg Islands
Destinations
Calgary, Resolute
Age Range
8 to 99 year olds
Country Region
Arctic / North PoleNorthwest PassageNunavut+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
4% Off
No departure dates available
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Ocean Cruise Family Polar Arctic Explorer +1
Canadian Arctic Express: The Heart of the Northwest Passage
Destinations
Calgary, Resolute, Beechey Island, Port Leopold
Age Range
8 to 99 year olds
Country Region
Arctic / North PoleNorthwest PassageNunavut+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
4% Off
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Polar Family Arctic Explorer Ocean Cruise +1
Best of the Western Arctic: Canada and Greenland from Toronto
Destinations
Toronto, Kangerlussuaq, Baffin Island, Lancaster Sound
Age Range
8 to 99 year olds
Regions
Arctic / North PoleBaffin Island+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
4% Off
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