YWJ → YZF

Great Bear Lake

Unrivaled views of the eighth largest lake in the world, known for its incredible water clarity and deep blue hues.

Great Bear River

Watch the beginning of the historic river as it drains out of the lake toward the Mackenzie River to the west.

Subarctic Taiga

Expansive views of the northern boreal forest, characterized by stunted black spruce and labyrinthine wetlands.

Mackenzie Mountain Vistas

On exceptionally clear days, the distant jagged peaks of the Mackenzie Mountains may be visible on the western horizon.

North Arm

The approach into Yellowknife over the North Arm of Great Slave Lake reveals hundreds of tiny, rocky islands.

Deline Community

A brief but intimate view of the Sahtu Dene community of Deline nestled on the lakeshore during initial climb.

Canadian Shield

Witness the transition into the exposed Precambrian rock of the Shield, featuring ancient granite outcrops.

Lac La Martre

View this large, significant interior lake which serves as a major landmark halfway through the flight path.

Yellowknife Skyline

As the plane turns for final approach, the right side often captures the colorful 'Old Town' and downtown high-rises.

Great Slave Lake

Panoramic views of North America's deepest lake, extending toward the horizon as you descend into YZF.