Outpost Lodge
Open seasonally from June to October, Nahanni Mountain Lodge offers an experience shaped by the rhythm of the land, the wisdom of the water, and the stories carried by the Mackenzie Mountains. Nestled on the quiet shores of Little Doctor Lake, this remot lodge invited you into a place where time slows, the air feels lighter, and every sunrise reflects the deep beauty of the Dehcho. Here the spirit of the Dene, their connection to the land, their respect for the water, and their understanding of place guides each moment.
Whether you wonder the shoreline, paddle across glass calm waters, share stories by the fire, or simply listen to the silence, you'll feel the land welcoming you in its own gentle way.
This is not just a stay it's an invitation to experience a living homeland, to reconnect with what matters and to carry the memory of this place long after the season ends.
Packages
A stay at Nahanni Mountain Lodge offers a peaceful retreat on the shores of Little Doctor Lake, where guests enjoy comfortable private cabins, fresh linens, a fukly equipped kitchen, solar and generator power, boats and canoes, and easy access to fishing, paddling, hiking, and quite lakeside relaxation. Guests can choose between two packages offerings: a lodge stay package for those who want a self guided wilderness escape or a combined flightseeing and lodge package that pairs breathtaking aerial views of the Nahanni with a multi night stay at the lodge for truly unforgettable northern experience.
Wings Over Nahʔą Dehé Getaway
The 3 night getaway for up to four people combines a breathtaking Nailicho flightseeing tour with a peacefull stay at Nahanni Mountain Lodge. The tour will take place t the beginning or end of your lodge stay, offering a powerful perspective from the air before or after unhurried days of rest, reflection, and northern wilderness.
2026 Packages Dates:
June 27-30, 2026
July 4 - 7, 2026
August 1 - 4, 2026
September 5 - 8, 2026
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4 people, 3 nights lodge stay & Nailicho Flightseeing Tour
Starting at $10,059.70 + 5% GST
Resting with the Land Retreat
This 5 night retreat for up to 4 people offers a quite fly-in escape at Nahanni Mountain Lodge, Designed for rest and reconnection, the experience invited unhurried days in nature, comfortable cabin living, and time to slow down in a truly remote northern landscape.
2026 Packages Dates:
June 11 - 16, 2026
July 11 - 16, 2026
August 8 - 13, 2026
August 28 - September 2, 2026
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4 people, 5 nights lodge stay
Starting at $8, 406.40+ 5% GST
Included in every stay
Every stay at Nahanni Mountain Lodge includes provate lakeside cabin accommodations, with fresh linens and towels, a fully equipped cabin, solar and generator power, a propane BBQ, and cozy common spaces.
Boats and canoes are provided for exploring Little Doctor Lake, along with easy access to fishing, paddling, and quite wilderness surroundings. All you need to bring is your food, personal gear and sense of adventure.
CUSTOM STAYS
Planning a Stay for Two?
While out three-night and five-night packages are the most common ways to experience Nahanni Mountain Lodge, every group and travel plan is different. This example provides a general idea of what a three night stay for two guests may cost.
Travel by Cessna 185
Ideal for two guests packing moderately
A combined payload of up to 900 lb - typically two adults, soft-sided duffle bags, one or two coolers, food totes, and light outdoor gear. A pet can often be accommodated depending on its size and the total weight of your group.
Three-night lodge stay $1,500
Round-trip transportation $2,158.92
Three night for two
$3,658.93 + GST
Need More Room?
Travel by DeHavilland Beaver
With a combined payload of up to 1,260 lb, the Beaver offers more room for additional food, several large coolers, bulky outdoor equipment or large pets.
Three-night lodge stay $1,500
Round-trip transportation $3,405.44
Three night for two
$4,905.44 + GST
All passengers, pets, food, beverages, baggage and equipment are included in the aircraft payload. Soft-sided bags, are preferred. Final aircraft selection is based on the total weight and size of everything travelling with you.
2026 pricing: These rates are a general guide. Please contact us for current 2027 pricing, availability, and a personalized quote.
How to get here
Nahanni Mountain Lodge is only accessible by floatplanes from June to September. Your journey begins in Fort Simpson with a breathtaking 45-minute scenic flight operated by Simpson Air (1981) Ltd. Soaring over the vast boreal forest, flowing the winding Mackenzie River and across the front range of the Mackenzie Mountains at the endge of the Nahanni National Park Reserve.
It's not just transportation it's the start of your northern adventure.
Check-in Procedures
To help ensure a smooth journey to Nahanni Mountain Lodge, all guests are asked to check in with Simpson Air the day before departure. You can do this by visiting our office in Fort Simpson or giving us a call. This allows us to pass along any important updates, including weather conditions or changes to flight schedules..
On the day of your flight, please arrive at our office at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time. This gives us time to weigh your baggage, go over any final details, and assist with loading the floatplane for your scenic flight into the lodge.
What to bring
The lodge has all the essentials for eating and sleeping—including dishes, cookware, fresh linens, and towels. Guests only need to bring their personal items, food, drinks, condiments, clothing, fishing gear, and any other personal essentials (except the kitchen sink!). Please keep in mind that floatplanes have strict weight limits, so we encourage guests to pack light and bring only what they need for a comfortable stay.
FOOD + BEVERAGES
Food and beverages for the total amount of your stay plus one or two days extra (including snacks, condiments, and drinks)
We provide a small assortment of spices and basics such as flour, sugar and coffee.
Tip: a small cooler or waterproof bin is helpful for organizing your food and keeping it fresh during your stay.
WEATHER APPROPRIATE CLOTHING
Even in the summer its important to have a selection of layers. A warm jacket, rain gear, 1-2 sweaters or hooides, 2-3 shirts, a pair of pants, shorts, sleepwear, undergarments and socks.
Don't forget your comfy footwear like hiking shoes and sandals, and a hat and sunglasses.
PERSONAL TOILETRIES + MEDICATIONS
Our lodge is remote and its all yours for the entire stay. It's important to bring more than you need of your personal toiletries and medications in case of flight delays due to weather or visibility obstructions.
EXTRAS
If you have the weight and the space pack some fun things too! a book, journal or small games for downtime, camera, binculars, and if your goal is to catch a big laker trout bring your fishing tackle!