Christmas & New Year's Eve Packages

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Festive Holiday Season

Our Holiday Season is: December 20-January 2, annually

Celebrating Christmas or New Year's at Blachford Lodge is like stepping into a winter wonderland, where snow-draped landscapes, dancing northern lights and the cozy lodge and cabins set the scene for festive gatherings and quiet moments alike. 

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Winter Lodge Magic

  • Curl up by the fireplace with a warm mug of cocoa
  • Snowshoe and ski across sparkling winter trails
  • Relax and unwind in the sauna
  • Feel the thrill of a snowmobile adventure
  • Watch your hair freeze in the hot tub under a starry sky
  • Gaze in awe at the Aurora Borealis dancing above
  • Experience Canadian Maple taffy
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Holiday Traditions Included:

Christmas Package

  • Help decorate the giant Christmas tree if you wish
  • Traditional Christmas feast and mulled wine
  • Visit from Santa Claus with Northern gift
  • Christmas photo
  • Christmas caroling
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New Year's Package

  • Late-night buffet and bubbly

  • Bonfire and fireworks display

  • Music, dancing, and New Year’s Day brunch

Holiday Flight Schedule - Departing Yellowknife to Blachford

Flight Departure Day

Departure Time

December 20th (3, 6, or 7-night stay)

December 23rd (4 or 7-night)

December 27th (3 or 6-night stay)

December 30th (3-night stay)

 Between 8AM and 12PM

 

December 20, 2025 -January 2, 2026
Jessy Penelon - Winter 2018 - Christmas 2017 (20)
Special Events
Christmas and NYE Lodge Package
Accommodations: Lodge Room or Cabin
CAD
5,949.00
Accommodation: 4,500.00
Service Fee: 450.00
Plane/Helicopter Flightseeing: 999.00
Accommodations: Lodge Room or Cabin
CAD
7,599.00
Accommodation: 6,000.00
Service Fee: 600.00
Plane/Helicopter Flightseeing: 999.00
Accommodations: Lodge Room or Cabin
CAD
10,899.00
Accommodation: 9,000.00
Service Fee: 900.00
Plane/Helicopter Flightseeing: 999.00
Accommodations: Lodge Room or Cabin
CAD
11,550.00
Accommodation: 10,500.00
Service Fee: 1,050.00
Plane/Helicopter Flightseeing: Complimentary
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December 20, 2026 -January 2, 2027
Jessy Penelon - Winter 2018 - NYE 2018 (11)-2
Special Events
Christmas and NYE Lodge Package
Accommodations: Lodge Room or Cabin
CAD
6,327.00
Accommodation: 4,797.00
Service Fee: 480.00
Plane/Helicopter Flightseeing: 1,050.00
Accommodations: Lodge Room or Cabin
CAD
8,086.00
Accommodation: 6,396.00
Service Fee: 640.00
Plane/Helicopter Flightseeing: 1,050.00
Accommodations: Lodge Room or Cabin
CAD
11,604.00
Accommodation: 9,594.00
Service Fee: 960.00
Plane/Helicopter Flightseeing: 1,050.00
Accommodations: Lodge Room or Cabin
CAD
12,312.00
Accommodation: 11,193.00
Service Fee: 1,119.00
Plane/Helicopter Flightseeing: Complimentary
Book Your Getaway
Inquire
All package rates are listed per person in Canadian Dollars. Single occupancy incurs an additional 50 percent on the regular rate plus applicable service fees and taxes. Lodge rooms with shared bathrooms receive a 20 percent discount on accommodation packages. Children aged 3 to 10 receive 50 percent off the regular accommodation or package rate when sharing a family room. Children aged 2 and under stay free of charge.

Live the Joy of Holiday Magic

Experience the warmth, wonder, and magic of a Canadian Christmas or New Year surrounded by pristine winter landscapes. Create memories that will be talked about for years to come.

  • Holiday package extras
  • Return air charter (bush plane on skis or floats) Yellowknife to Blachford Lodge 
  • Welcome drink on arrival
  • Accommodation (lodge or cabin) with daily housekeeping 
  • Three delicious meals per day, prepared by our in-house chef 
  • Snacks, juice, tea and coffee throughout the day 
  • Use of seasonal equipment: combined 25 km of groomed cross-country ski and hiking trails, snowshoes, skis, skates, fat tire bikes, kick sleds, fishing equipment, interpretative walks
  • 2 guided activities daily
  • Use of hot tub, sauna, tipi, bonfire pits, etc. at your leisure
  • Handicraft activities
  • Yoga equipment for personal use 
  • AuroraWatch service nightly (until 3am)
  • Aurora photography instruction
  • Use of Lodge Facilities: dining room, Aurora viewing lounge, fireplaces, northern library, bathrooms with showers, basins and toilets, open decks 
  • Basic luggage allowance of 50 lbs per person, including your carry-on baggage
  • Travel insurance 
  • Winter clothing rental (additional $250 per person, plus tax. Please book in advance)
  • Snowmobile tours / guided fishing tours
  • Ground activities, transfers and accommodation in Yellowknife.

THE BLACHFORD EXPERIENCE

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Drop your line in the pristine waters

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Wilderness and adventure await

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Remote, rustic luxury

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A piece of paradise at the top of the world

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