Nahanni National Park, Canada covers an area of 4,766 square kilometers. The Nahanni National Park is one of the famous World Heritage Sites in the world. Nahanni National Park Reserve is situated in the heart of the Mackenzie Mountains, along the river valleys of the South Nahanni and Flat rivers. Nahanni National Park, Canada is located in the southwest part of the Northwest Territories.

One can easily reach the Nahanni National Park from various parts of the world. The Nahanni National Park is accessible by air charter services from Fort Simpson, Fort Liard, Fort Nelson, Yellowknife, Watson Lake, and Muncho Lake. The Virginia Falls and Rabbitkettle Lake are the only designated aircraft landing sites within the Nahanni National Park in Canada.

In the year 1978, the park was designated the first ever UNESCO World Heritage Site, because of its stunning scenery and unique geological features. The park protects 200 miles of the 250 mile long South Nahanni River, which originates as a small stream in the remote Mackenzie Mountains. The river’s amazing scenery includes Rabbitkettle Hot springs, Virginia Falls, a series of canyons up to 1, 200 meters deep and caves such as Grotte Valerie.

The Nahanni National Park’s sulphur hot springs, alpine tundra, mountain ranges, and forests of spruce and aspen are home to many species of birds, fish and mammals. Travelers can enjoy a variety of activities at this national park. People can enjoy whitewater canoeing, kayaking, and rafting trips by licensed outfitters, ranging from 10 days to 3 weeks. Other activities include camping, hiking, wildlife viewing and flight-seeing day trips.