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In Canada’s spectacular Northwest territories, you’ll
discover untamed landscapes and skies that come alive.Y
ou come to this part of Canada to get away from it
all. The Northwest Territories covers a huge area that
encompasses mountains, boreal forest and arctic
tundra, and few people live here. Visitors will find most
of them in Yellowknife, the off-beat capital on the shores of
Great Slave Lake. Here, you’ll discover world-class restaurants,
amazing museums and fascinating festivals, as well as
ample opportunity to explore the wild side of the Northwest
Territories. It’s also where you’ll likely start your exploration
of this enthralling part of the world. What to do next? Here
are five extraordinary adventures to enjoy on your next
visit to Canada’s Northwest Territories.Nature’s Light show
Watch the dancing hues of the Northwest Territories’ natural
wonder, the aurora borealis, during autumn and winter. Each
season offers a unique experience, and your choice will
depend on what you want to do during the daylight hours.
From mid-August to early October is the autumn aurora, while
the winter season lasts from late November to early April. At
either of these times, if you stay for three nights, there’s a 99
per cent chance you’ll see the northern lights.
You can choose to stay in Yellowknife, the aurora capital of
the world, and travel out of town as darkness falls – there are a
number of key viewing points on Highway 3 and the Ingraham148 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELLERCONCIERGE