Northern Lights in Yukon

Aurora Borealis

An unforgettable experience awaits you as you journey to the Yukon to witness one of Mother Nature’s most breathtaking performances and world-famous sights – the Aurora Borealis, the northern dancing lights.

Truly the last frontier of Canada, the Yukon is like nowhere else on Earth.  Its majestic mountains and untamed wildlife command the attention of travellers and explorers alike.  Seeing the Northern lights is only a small part of the rare beauty that’s waiting for you on this incredible once-in-a-lifetime journey.

TOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1 – WHITEHORSE, YK

Fly into Whitehorse where you will have free time to settle in before a 10 pm departure to view the Northern Lights.  Don’t forget your camera!

DAY 2 – WHITEHORSE

Whitehorse is known as the “Wilderness City” because of its vast untouched nature, it also has a charismatic downtown core. Highlights of your Whitehorse City Tour include the Train Depot, Log Skyscraper, Log Church and the Sternwheeler SS Klondike. Take in some additional culture with a visit to the MacBride Museum and a group lunch downtown.   Return to the Northern Lights Viewing Facility for another breathtaking and memory making evening.

EXPERIENCES & HIGHLIGHTS

A classic northern mode of transportation, dogsledding is still hugely popular with Yukon visitors and locals alike.  “Gee! Haw!” (Go right! Go left!) are just two examples of how to move the graceful team of friendly dogs through the snowy trails. Experience these remarkable dogs pulling you with power and grace through the wilderness and learn the basics of mushing and most importantly, dog care.

DAY 3 – WHITEHORSE

Visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve where you will be given amble time to explore, learn and view the variety of northern mammals and their distinctive habitats. This evening, you are given another opportunity to watch the night sky come alive with brilliant dancing colours as the Aurora Borealis dance across the sky.

Dress warmly.  Much of this tour is outside both during the day and at night.

SPOTLIGHT

The Yukon Wildlife Preserve is an excellent guided tour and great opportunity to view and photograph wildlife in its natural habitat.

DAY 4 – WHITEHORSE

Experience the rush of being pulled in a sled by a husky dog team as you glide through the crisp air.  Learn the history behind dogsledding and what life as a mush is like.  Gather with the group tonight for a farewell dinner. Tonight, is our final night to view the amazing Northern Lights from the comfort of a heated cabin or wall tent.

DAY 5 – RETURN HOME

Enjoy a leisurely morning before heading to the airport for your afternoon return flight home.

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon; sightings cannot be guaranteed. This tour is an outdoor winter experience in the Yukon and requires a reasonable level of mobility. Guests should be comfortable walking unassisted on snow or ice-covered surfaces. Warm layered clothing and insulated footwear is essential.