Ivvavik Base Camp
Ivvavik National Park
2025 is sold out! Stay tuned for 2026 dates! If you would like to be notified when next year's dates are announced, please email infoinuvik-inuvikinfo@pc.gc.ca.
Ivvavik Base Camp awaits
Your journey to Ivvavik Base Camp begins in Inuvik, Northwest Territories, the largest community north of the Arctic Circle in western Canada. Following your orientation and safety briefing with Parks Canada staff, board a Twin Otter bush plane and enjoy the scenic flight over the Mackenzie Delta and British Mountains into Ivvavik National Park.
Cozy accommodations, hot showers, enriching stories told by Inuvialuit cultural hosts, and the chance to see a variety of wildlife combine to make your experience at Ivvavik Base Camp truly unique.
- Northern Backcountry Camping/Excursion Permit
- Accommodation Fee
- Flight Cost
- More than 90 days prior to departure date = Full refund
- From 90 to 14 days prior to departure date = 50% refund
- Fewer than 14 days prior to departure date = No refund
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reserve my spot on the Independent Imnairvik Trip?
Once reservations open, spaces will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Completed registration forms are to be returned to infoinuvik-inuvikinfo@pc.gc.ca. Registration forms received after the trip has reached capacity, will be placed on the waitlist. Our Visitor Experience team communicates all Imnairvik Trip updates through an email contact list, including when reservations open. To be added to the contact list for the Independent Imnairvik Trip 2026, please email infoinuvik-inuvikinfo@pc.gc.ca.
What is the cost per person for the Independent Imnairvik Trip and how do I pay?
The total cost of the Independent Imnairvik Trip is made up of three separate fees:
If you would like to receive updates regarding fees and payment dates, please email infoinuvik-inuvikinfo@pc.gc.ca.
What if I decide to cancel an existing base camp booking?
If a reservation is cancelled by the traveler, the following policy and guidelines apply to the fees paid directly to Parks Canada only:
The cost of your flight paid to Aklak Air is subject to Aklak Air’s refund policy.
We recommend obtaining travel insurance in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
Will we still be accompanied by Inuvialuit cooks and cultural hosts?
A cultural host from the community of Aklavik will on site for all Imnairvik visitor trips.
Do we have to bring our own food, or will the trip still be catered?
Travellers will be responsible for cooking their own meals
Depending on inventory, some items may be available to share, including coffee, tea, and condiments. Any allergies must be self managed.
Are commercial operators running in Ivvavik National Park this summer?
Parks Canada will continue to accept and review permit applications from commercial guides/outfitters to operate in Ivvavik National Park this summer.
Photo gallery

Photo: Parks Canada

Photo: Colin Field

Photo: Colin Field

Photo: Colin Field

Photo: Colin Field

Photo: Drew Davidson

Photo: Colin Field

Photo: Colin Field

Photo: Drew Davidson

Photo: Colin Field

Photo: Jay Frandsen

Photo: Drew Davidson

Photo: Parks Canada

Photo: John Aldershot

Photo: Fritz Mueller

Photo: Fritz Mueller

Photo: Fritz Mueller

Photo: Tyler Garnham
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