Looking for solitude? Remote wilderness? Traveled by less than 25 hikers in a season? Tuktut Nogait offers unprecedented opportunities for backcountry enthusiasts to experience the arctic. From vast expanses of tundra and deep canyons, to scenic waterfalls and crystal clear rivers, this area is a spectacular location for hiking. The expansive, open landscape is ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing. Tuktut Nogait consists largely of vast expanses of tundra, broadly rolling uplands and lowlands, deep canyons, stunning waterfalls and crystal clear rivers.
A wide variety of mammals and migbirds are found in the park, including caribou, muskoxen, grizzly bears, wolves, red foxes, wolverines, arctic ground squirrels and collared lemmings. Tuktut Nogait encompasses most of the core calving, and post-calving grounds of the Bluenose West caribou herd.
Tuktut Nogait is a major breeding and nesting ground for a wide variety of migratory birds. Raptors such as peregrine falcons, rough legged hawks, gyrfalcons and golden eagles nest along the steep walls of the river canyons. Tuktut Nogait has the highest density of birds of prey in North America.
Evidence of Tuktut Nogait’s rich cultural history is widespread. Visitors have a good chance of encountering some of these sites, especially when travelling along the river corridors. There is an estimated 360 archaeological sites containing 1000 year old Inuit tent rings, caches, rock alignments, meat drying areas and hunting blinds.
Tour Details:
- Origin: Whitehorse, Yukon
- Difficulty: Strenuous;
- Number of participants: Minimum 5 hikers.
Tour Itinerary
Aug 16 or earlier: Arrival in Whitehorse.
Aug 17: Flight from Whitehorse to Inuvik. Charter flight into Tuktut Nogait. Our first camp will be a short distance from our landing.
Aug 17- 26 Our plan is to follow the Hornaday River and valley north towards the Arctic Ocean. We have factored in a couple of layover days where we can explore the rich natural scape at leisure. There will be many highlights during our hike. LaRonciere Falls is one of the most spectacular, over 20 m high. Canyon walls, interesting rock formations, waterfalls, rapids, tundra, beautiful clear lakes, rivers and creeks, meadows with wildflowers will all form part of our exploration. The park features endless breathtaking vistas and photograhic opportunities.
Aug 26 -27: Arrival in Paulatuk. The community is noted for its local carvers and artists. This would be an excellent opportunity to take back a momento of the arctic.
Aug 28: Flight from Paulatuk to Inuvik. Layover in the community. You will be free to enjoy individual interests.
Aug 29: Flight from Inuvik to Dawson City. Layover in the community. You will be free to enjoy individual interests.
Aug 30: Return to Whitehorse.
Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
Included: Camping fees, charter flight to Tuktut Nogait, flights from Paulatuk to Inuvik and Inuvik to Norman Wells, cooking gear, camp stoves, tents, meal preparations while hiking on expedition, meals/snacks/beverages on the expedition, tarps, major first aid supplies, satellite phone, and professional guides.
Excluded: Flight from Calgary to Norman Wells return, transfers, accommodation in Inuvik, Norman Wells and Calgary, food in any of the communities, gratuities, and personal equipment.
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