Mackenzie Nahanni Expedition

Visit the capital of the Northwest Territories, Yellowknife! See the world’s biggest wood buffalo! Boat Canada’s longest river, the mighty Mackenzie River! Experience the pristine wilderness of the Northwest Territories and and the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site, the spectacular Nahanni National Park! and genuine Indigenous culture and communities!

Experience life in small Indigenous communities. Meet the local residents, community leaders, respected Elders and experience firsthand the warm hospitality of the local Indigenous peoples of the Dehcho region of Northwest Territories (Denendeh)!

Highlights include a comfortable 300km drive from Yellowknife to Fort Providence where you will see the world’s largest buffalo along the way! When in Fort Providence, we will visit the beautiful Residential School Memorial constructed on the same site as the first Residential School in the Northwest Territories, which opened over 165 years in 1860.

Relax on a comfortable 65km boat ride on the mighty Mackenzie River from Jean Marie River to Fort Simpson, the same river canoed by Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his intrepid men back in 1789, over 235 years ago. Then on your 2nd day in Fort Simpson enjoy an extended day tour into the world famous and spectacular Nahanni National Park!

In each community you will overnight in surprisingly modern and relaxing accommodations in Fort Providence and an amazing B&B in Fort Simpson! While in Fort Simpson enjoy a wonderful and interesting evening tea and storytelling visit with local Indigenous Elders. Also, tour this beautiful community, which the local Dene call “Liidlii Kue”, established in 1804.

Book your Mackenzie Nahanni Experience in June or July and experience our 24hr daylight phenomenon, or book your package in August and experience our amazing Northern Lights! Enjoy a more personal tour experience of the pristine, untouched wilderness, wildlife and vibrant Indigenous cultures of the Northwest Territories! Truly a once in a lifetime northern Canada adventure with Joe and his amazing team.