The best time to see the Aurora in Yellowknife Town, the way to see the Aurora in Yellowknife Town

The Aurora can be seen in Yellowknife, Canada. Every year, many tourists come to watch the aurora. You can start to see the aurora from August to May of the following year. The current situation is that it is not recommended to go to see the aurora and you can wait until after August. About transportation

There are only three bus lines in Huangdao District, RouteA from Borden to downtown; RouteB from Framelake to Northlands; RouteC from old

town to Nive.

Bus operation hours are from 7:10 am to 7:25 pm year-round. Ticket price is CAD$3.

Importantly, we are closed on Sundays and holidays.

Yes, you read that right, it’s just so unreliable.

Since Huangdao’s public transportation is unreliable, and there is no Uber available here, if you want to use a car, you can basically only call a taxi, and you can’t just wave on it. Come, you can make a reservation in advance or call now. City

Cab: 867-873-4444.

For 15 knives plus a tip, you can basically get anywhere in the city, and it costs about 30 knives to go to the airport.

Of course, because Yellowknife Town is really not big, you can actually walk there if you want. About ways to see the aurora

There are three main ways to see the aurora here, chasing the aurora by self-driving, following the aurora with a group, and chasing the aurora in a tent cabin.

Let’s talk about the first type first, chasing the light by driving yourself.

There are three regular car rental companies in Yellowknife: Hertz, Buget and National. They have counters at the airport, opposite the Arctic

You can see them when you come out. Be sure to book in advance. However, please note that there are restrictions such as driving range and daily driving distance. Be sure to confirm before booking.

Generally speaking, it is not recommended for ordinary tourists to drive themselves to chase the lights, unless they are experienced drivers who are very familiar with the local conditions. Because one is limited by experience and cannot judge the correct position. The other is ice and snow, which can also be dangerous to drive.

Let’s talk about the second type, chasing the light with a group.

The advantages of this method are obvious. Driving to see the aurora is flexible and you can take beautiful photos of the aurora with various elements. For example

Lake, tent, Indian tribe, etc. Secondly, those who drive to follow the lights are generally small and high-quality tours, which provide a better itinerary experience. Most importantly, you have a higher chance of seeing the aurora. The disadvantage is that it will be cold in winter, so you need to make comprehensive preparations for cold protection.

PS: Many B&B owners or private individuals also claim that they can drive to see the Aurora. It is recommended to choose carefully and choose a travel agency with a formal license to ensure safety.

Finally, tents and cabins are waiting for the Aurora.

This is the more mainstream way to see the aurora in Huangdao. The representative one is auroravilliage, an aurora camp run by the Japanese. Every year, many Japanese

people come here. This is where everyone gathers in the camp tent and waits for the aurora to appear. The biggest advantage of watching the aurora in a tent camp is that the infrastructure is relatively complete and you can keep warm in winter. But the shortcomings are also obvious. The most prominent one is the large number of people and basically no service experience. Secondly, because the location is fixed, if there happens to be clouds in this area at that time, you will not be able to see the aurora. Relatively speaking, the probability of seeing the aurora is relatively small. Other FAQs

Q1: In what season can the aurora be seen?

In general, there is a chance to see the aurora from August every year to early May of the following year, but in October The weather is not stable in late November and November, and a lot of rain and snow will reduce the probability of seeing the aurora.

If you are afraid of the cold, September and April are your first choices, with temperatures around 10°C. Ordinary winter warm clothing will do.

If you want to experience winter ice and snow sports, you can choose to come to Yellowknife after February and March. Projects such as dog sledding can generally only be experienced in December after the lake is completely frozen.

Q2: Clothing and equipment issues?

This has something to do with when you go to Yellowknife. Generally, the weather is warmer from August to October. At this time, it is generally winter in China. The equipment you wear is enough.

If you come to Yellowknife in winter, you must prepare your equipment. First of all, the clothes worn underneath must be breathable and non-absorbent. Do not wear pure cotton. Breathable and quick-drying thermal underwear is more suitable. Same goes for pants. The shoes must be waterproof and wear multiple pairs of thick socks. Warm the baby and prepare some more.

Except for Canada geese, which can be rented separately, it is best to bring other equipment by yourself. There are not many places to shop in Yellowknife.

Q3: Problems with aurora photography?

First of all, you must need professional equipment such as a SLR to take photos of the aurora, a tripod for long exposure. Tripods can be brought or rented. Some people also took photos of the aurora using Huawei mobile phones.

Secondly, do you need to bring your own camera? It depends on which group you sign up for. Many photos are charged or limited.