Breath in the crisp night air, listen to the squeak of your footsteps on the hard-packed snow, and soak in the magical ambience of Yukon winter as you stand and watches flashes of emerald green, mauve and vivid colours flash across the sky in brilliant patterns.This scientific phenomenon of the dancing Northern Lights is no doubt once in a life time experience that you wouldn’t want to miss.This is an unforgettable experience that awaits you as you witness the world-famous Yukon aurora borealis and all its local culture, and natural beauties.
Aurora Viewing Experience in Yukon
Points of Interests:
Whitehorse City Tour | Aurora Viewing
Dog Sledding | Ice Fishing | Snowmobile
Yukon Wildlife Preserve Tour | Takhini Hot Spring
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Transfer to your hotel located in the heart of the city, not far from the banks of the Yukon River. Whitehorse is small and easy to explore on foot or by vehicle. Later in the evening we set out to the AuroraCentre where we’ll seek the sight of northern lights.
Overnight Hotel in Whitehorse.
Accommodation suggestion Best Western Gold Rush Inn or Raven Inn (3 ) or more selective
In the late morning you will discover the sights of Whitehorse, historic and yet trendy, on a city tour with character. Visit the SS Klondike National Historic Site; among the last of the great paddlewheelers that plied the Yukon River system until the 1950’s, the Old Log Church; the oldest building in Whitehorse, the unique Log Cabin Skyscraper; a three story tower made completely out of logs. And when you’ve seen all these top sites, Main Street is perfect for strolling and shopping with its shops galleries and café’s. Afternoon is free for optional sightseeing and touring. In the winter season you have the option to try snowmobiling, snowshoeing, or ice fishing. After a relaxed dinner in Whitehorse, you’ll be back on the road again, this time to seek views of the stunning Northern Lights. Relax in sheltered comfort, or under the starry sky beside a warm fire at one of our tailor-made aurora viewing locations.
Day free for optional sightseeing and touring. In the winter season you have the option to try one of the many Yukon winter activities. We recommend to try snowmobiling, go on a guided snowshoeing tour, try your luck at ice fishing or soar into the sky during one of our sightseeing flights. Later in the evening we set out once more to the AuroraCentre where we’ll seek the sight of northern lights.
Enjoy your free time in the morning, find some special souvenirs to bring home. Afterwards, check out from the hotel and leave for the airport, where your trips end when we drop you off at the airport.
Add-ons
Arctic Clothing (3 Nights/4 Days Rental)
Recommeded for December to March, includes the following items: -Double Insulated Parka -Dri Zone Insulated Snow Pants – -40º Celcius Winter Boots -Mitts -Toque
Dog Sledding (3-4 hours)
You are heading to a dog kennel outside of Whitehorse, transfer by VAN. After arriving, you’ll watch your guide harnessing your dogs and hitching them to the sled, then teaching you how to drive the dog sled. The highlight of this excursion will be when you run your dog team!
Morning or afternoon departure available.
Snowmobile Driving (4 hours) (minimum 2 people)
Learning how to drive a snow machine and all the safety introduction first; After instructions and a trial run with your instructor, you’ll be driving your own machine over prepared trails through the incredible winter landscape of the Yukon.
Morning or afternoon departure available.
Arctic Day: Wildlife & Hot Springs (HALF DAY)
We will visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve where you’ll have the opportunity to view and photograph wildlife in its natural habitat. Dall sheep, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, mule deer, wapiti (elk), woodland caribou, wood bison, musk-ox, moose and even lynx can be seen on this tour, usually up close! To cap off a great day, we’ll travel to the nearby Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs. The outdoor hot springs pool provides a warm sanctuary amid the cold weather and is a must-do activity while visiting Whitehorse!
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