The northern lights or aurora borealis is a unique display visible from a number of locations including canada.
Where to see the northern lights in canada 2017.
It s possible to be too far north to see the northern lights such is the case in northern greenland.
To see the northern lights in british columbia you ll need to get away from more than the city.
Canada is one of the best places in the world to view the northern lights or aurora borealis.
In the western province of alberta the sky becomes ablaze with pulsating color from september to april.
Best place to see northern lights in canada northwest territories.
There are also numerous hotels and activity centers related to the northern lights here.
Find a northern lights tour that explores canada.
This is especially true in the non arctic areas like the canadian rockies.
Here are 12 of the best places to see the northern lights in the great white north.
Winter is the best time to see the northern lights in canada.
No matter where you are it s sure to be a thrill.
The northern lights are more formally known as auroras and are caused by interactions between the solar wind and the earth s magnetic field.
You ll also have to escape the cloudy weather on the coast.
Canada is an aurora viewing paradise.
Canada is one of the best places on the planet to see the northern lights and ontario in the country s east is no exception here s your guide to where and when to see the best aurora borealis shows.
The enchanting streaks of light in the sky occur when the sun s electrically charged particles enter the earth s atmosphere.
During this time of the year you ll have plenty of darkness for viewing the northern lights.
Instead of planning an overseas trip to catch a glimpse of the celestial spectacle consider these destinations just across the border.
There are 12 tours to choose from that range in length from 3 days up to 17 days.
If you are going to canada specifically to see the northern lights try to plan your trip from december to january.
Another perfect place to see northern lights in canada would be the northwest territories where its capital yellowknife is one of the most famous locations to enjoy this phenomenon.
Larry lamsa northern lights via flickr cc by 2 0 there are many places to spot the northern lights in canada.
The most popular month for these tours is march which has the most tour departures.