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Join us on a tour to look for the largest land mammals in North America - the Wood Bison! NWT is home to North America's largest free roaming herd of wood bison - and from Yellowknife we can take a day tour to look for them.
How big are wood bison?
The bison bulls can stand up to 6ft tall at their shoulders, 13ft long, and can weigh more than a tonne. Females are smaller and can weigh up to 1,200 pounds.
Will we see any baby bison?
It is common to see newborn and growing calves among the herds.
Could we see other animals too?
Hopefully. We have previously spotted black bear, eagles, fox, porcupines.
Where do we travel?
We travel on highway 3 south, near the world's 10th largest lake - Great Slave Lake, and share facts and stories about the area.
Is food provided?
A light picnic lunch is provided with a snack and beverage.
Animal sightings can not be guaranteed.
We have a 4 person minimum for this tour to take place, however we will try our best to arrange groups.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
*Please specify your pickup location from the drop down menu. If your hotel is not listed please select 'other' and provide the address.
**Please also know that we will pick up at downtown and Old Town B and B's only. All others we will meet at the hotel located closest to your B and B.
Itinerary
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1Yellowknife Highway
Bison Highway Road Tour Enjoy a scenic drive along highway 3 heading south. We will search for bison, in world's largest free roaming herds. A light picnic lunch will be provided along with snack and beverage. The tour will take between 4-6 hours depending on where we see the bison first. We will drive in one direction for a maximum 3 hours. Hopefully we may also see black bears and porcupines. Group of 4 will travel by SUV; Group of 6+ will travel by luxury coach. Minimum participants per booking is 4 people, however we will try our best to arrange the group!
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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