The Aurora borealis of Northern Canada - Yellowknife
March 2025
Experience the Aurora
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Experience the Aurora ✨
Travel dates & Pricing
This year I will offer different options and dates:
Option 1: 8 nights of aurora (1,250$) choose 1 group
Group 1: March 15th to 22nd 2025 (Last outing is on 22nd)
Group 2: March 23rd to 30th 2025 (Last outing is on 30th)
Option 2: 16 nights of Aurora (2,125$ - 30% discount on the 2nd week)
March 15th to 30th 2025 (Last outing is on 30th)
Payment can be made in full or in 2 payments. The deposit is not refundable.
See our cancellation policy below.
What’s included
Transportation (from/to airport/hotel and during the night)
Aurora viewing and I will teach you how to capture the aurora using any camera or phone.
Aurora hunting techniques, spotting and observing the northern lights every night
Photo processing showing all my editing process and secrets.
Astronomy outings, I will help you better understand the sky.
Photos and videos of the trip in digital format.
Links to all tools and websites mentioned during the trip.
What’s not included
Flights and travel to Yellowknife, NWT.
Accommodation
Food/drink
Medical and travel insurance: Please note that this is highly recommended! We strongly recommend that you purchase equipment insurance before participating in this trip.
Total budget
To help you understand better the total budget for this trip here is an approximate breakdown of the expenses:
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I charge 1,250$CAD + tax, and your total budget should be between 4,000$ and 5,400$ which include:
Flight: departing from Montréal, between 700$ and 1,500$
Hotel: 1,000$ - 1,500$
Food: Breakfast is included in most hotels, daily meals are about 20-30$, prices are very close to Montreal.
Aurora tour (includes transportation): 1,250$
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I charge 1,250$CAD + tax, and your total budget should be between 5,000$ and 6,500$ which include:
Flight: departing from Montréal, between 700$ and 1,500$
Hotel: 2,000$ - 3,000$
Food: Breakfast is included in most hotels, daily meals are about 20-30$, prices are very close to Montreal
Aurora tour (includes transportation): 2,125$
Trip program
The tour happens at night starting 30 mins after sunset, we will go aurora hunting, and if there are no auroras, we'll do astrophotography and astronomy, conditions permitting. We will be out at minimum 3 hours every night and some nights we will stay for later.
During the day, you’re free to wander around Yellowknife and during one of the days, we will cover theory sessions on photography, aurora hunting and photo processing. Also, there are a lot of amazing activities to do during the day, I will join you in some of them.
A detailed program will be sent to you by e-mail, more details will be also shared during a ZOOM call that we will have couple weeks before the trip.
Your travel guide
Samer creates communities around him centered on wonder, discovery of the sky and adventure. An avid astrophotographer and software engineer, he thrives when surrounded by nature and sharing his passions. His journey began in 2016, in Montreal, when he organized his first expeditions to the stars, in places where light pollution was fading. His fascinating adventures stimulated his mission. He founded Zenderfull in 2020 with the aim of democratizing access to the starry sky and outdoor experiences for all. After all, we're all just stardust.
Important info
We always communicate with you by e-mail, and if ever we need to, we can call you.
This trip requires a minimum of 3 people to take place and maximum 6 people, otherwise it will be cancelled with 30 days' notice. Should this happen, we will contact you by e-mail.
Guided tours will be given in English and French.
Our price doesn’t include tax, it will be calculated as you check out.
Credit cards are charged in CAD$.
Please read the frequently asked questions below.
Notes:
You can decide to pay all the amount at once or the deposit. If you pay only the deposit, the 2nd payment should be done 30 days before the trip.
If you have any questions or concerns about the price or any bookings please contact me.
COME FOR THE LIGHTS
LEAVE ENLIGHTENED
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I’ve been hosting tours since many years now, and I’ve been a licensed tour operator since 2022.
Trust that you are in the hands of an experienced guide who cares about your safety and enjoyment.
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My tour is designed to allow you to maximise your experience regardless if you’re here to take photos or simply to watch the aurora.
I always will take you to places that are not so populated with big tours, most of the time we’ll be on our own there.
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Many ask me, do I need to be a photographer to join, the answer is no. But if you’re interested in learning photography, this is your chance to learn even if you only have a phone, I will explain all the basics of day and night photography.
Hey, It’s Samer from Zenderfull, and since I started photographing the aurora in 2015, I got obsessed with it, and I really want you to experience it with me.
Watching the Northern Lights changed my life! Auroras are unique because they come in different shapes and colours, but also because being in places in the Far North brings a sense of comfort.
Most Yellowknife tours are available for only few hours and a large group size (24 people if not more), that’s why I offer a small group tour that last long enough to see all the beauty of the aurora.
In addition to aurora viewing, I will also explain a lot about astronomy and astrophotography, so even if you have no experience in photography, I will make sure you get all the best photos, using any camera you have, including your smart phone!
Note that I am the only Quebec company licensed to be your guide in Yellowknife (License number: NS-156-2023).
I acknowledge that we are on the land of Chief Drygeese Territory, the traditional territory of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation, whose connection to this land stretches back through the ages. I honor the histories, languages, and cultures of all Indigenous Peoples, including the North Slave Métis and other First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, whose ongoing presence and contributions continue to enrich our community.
What previous participants say
« Amazing Aurora experience!! Samer is super knowledgeable and super kind. Didn’t just get to see the aurora but got a bonus lesson in astronomy and photography!! »
« The Aurora chase with Zenderfull was an amazing experience. He’s very responsive, attentive, and clear regarding the unpredictability of their occurrence. The trip was well informed, organized, and we were able to get to the sighting point in perfect time to set up and wait for the lights. It all happened super fast and we were ridiculously lucky getting all types and colors of auroras in a storm that lasted all night or at least until we left at 2am. During that time Zenderfull took pictures of the group, explained what northern lights are and how they occur and the best ways to get a good shot with any phone. It was the best experience ever! »
« 3ème expérience d’exploration nocturne avec Samer!
Accueil toujours agréable, soucieux de notre bien-être, attentif à nos demandes et un guide parfait peu importe la destination et le thème de la sortie!
1- fin de semaine des Perséides au parc Mégantic. Une excellente première initiation à l’astrophotographie dans un superbe cadre.
2- chasse aux aurores boréales à Yellowknife. Séjour magnifique où en prend plein les yeux. Un plaisir de perfectionner la prise de photo sous un ciel coloré en compagnie d’un pro.
3- couleurs d’automne et Voie lactée. Quand on prend goût au ciel étoilé difficile de s’arrêter!
Hâte à la prochaine sortie! »
Live this unique experience
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our trips are directly led by our experts, Samer takes care of everything from start to finish, snap spectacular photos of you (if you want it), also ensure your safety and understanding of the workshops and keep the positive vibes flowing so that you can profit from your adventure.
We will provide you a list of photos and videos after the trip in a digital format.Once the trip is done, we will be sharing with you via email a recap about it including all the photos and videos we took of you so you can share with your friends and family. -
Clothing: Yellowknife is going to be cold and as we do astrophotography we don’t move much, so be prepared and bring your cold weather clothing. We recommend the multi layer system, bring 2 pairs of mitts, a beanie/toque, insulated boots, thermals, down jacket, rain jacket, face/neck warmer, headlamp with the red light & some hand/foot warmers, and don’t forget your amazing energy!
Equipment: We recommend using a DSLR/Mirrorless camera with a wide angle fast lens. A fast lens lets more light in, we’re looking at lenses with aperture 1.4 or 2.8. Bring a tripod, a trigger/intervalometer to keep the camera shooting on its own. Bring extra batteries and memory cards too.
If you wish to rent equipment, we are partners with Royal Photo, get in touch with us so we provide you with a 20% discount code for the rental. -
All of our events are made for all levels, even people who have zero knowledge in photography will profit from our outings, especially on trips like that where we spend a lot of time together, weI will make notes of all your questions so we can have them answered.
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We will mostly be next to the cars for the shots with very few walks, we don’t have any hikes planned other than walking aroundYellowknife.
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No hiking is planned but we encourage you to go on a small hike in the area, get in touch with us so we can help you plan it.
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March is the best time to be in Yellowknife, it will be cold but similar to Quebec’s winter with temperatures between -5°C and -20°C
This is also a great time to profit from the frozen lakes and the Ice Castle.
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We understand that unforeseeable situations may arise and for these reasons we try to be as understanding as possible and want to accommodate each of you as much as possible.
However, cancellations do incur costs for us as reservations are made as a result. For these reasons, we will not be able to refund the trip.
Payment including deposit is not refundable.
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Although extremely unlikely, Zenderfull reserves the right to cancel the trip at any time for any reason, in its sole discretion (including but not limited to failure to meet a minimum number of participants for the trip). Notwithstanding the foregoing paragraph, in the very unlikely event of a cancellation for reasons within Zenderfull’s control, all deposits, trip fees, or other fees paid by you to Zenderfull would be refunded as a genuine estimate of damages, and you agree to not take or pursue any further remedies you may have at law or in equity against Zenderfull, its directors, officers, agents, representatives or employees. In no event shall Zenderfull be liable for any indirect or consequential damages including flight change or cancellation fees, or any other associated travel costs or associated damages.
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Contact me via email on info@zenderfull.com we are happy to answer any other question.
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Yellowknife has amazing activities to do in winter such as SnowMobiling, Ice fishing, Ice skating, Running, Cross country skiing.
I can recommend some specific activities based on your needs.
I will be definitely bringing my running gear.
