Spend five days in the Yukon combining flightseeing, dog sledding, snowmobiling and aurora hunting from a Whitehorse base. This active winter itinerary blends adrenaline with relaxed wildlife viewing and hot springs recovery.
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A sharp, clean air settles as you step out of downtown Whitehorse and the town lights give way to a field of stars. Snow crunches underfoot and the low rumble of a snowmobile carries over frozen lakes; a team of huskies strains at their traces, eager to run. Over five days you move between speed and stillness—flightseeing above glacier-etched valleys, the tactile thud of dog sled runners, and long pauses under the aurora.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days
Fitness Level
Should have moderate fitness: able to stand for hours, handle brief bursts of exertion and manage cold exposure.
Wildlife
History
Whitehorse grew rapidly during the Klondike Gold Rush and the SS Klondike paddlewheeler remains a touchstone of that era.
Conservation
The region’s fragile winter tundra and wildlife require low-impact practices—stay on trails, follow guide instructions, and pack out waste.
Reserve your spot on the Active Winter Adventure in Yukon | 5 days today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers
Temperatures can swing; use moisture-wicking base layers, insulating mid-layers, and a windproof, waterproof outer shell.
Protect extremities
Bring insulated gloves, a warm hat, and overmitts for snowmobile and mushing segments where wind chill is strongest.
Charge camera batteries indoors
Cold drains battery life—store spares and keep them close to your body until use to preserve charge.
Listen to safety briefings
Guides provide specific snowmobile and sledding instructions—follow them to reduce risk in variable snow conditions.
Insulated parka
Keeps core warm during evening aurora hunts and transit between activities.
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Waterproof insulated boots
Necessary for standing on packed snow and for walks at the Wildlife Preserve and hot springs access.
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Thermal base layers
Efficient moisture control and insulation under activity clothing.
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Camera with spare batteries
For capturing the northern lights and winter wildlife—batteries deplete quickly in cold.
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