Do I need previous dog sledding experience?

No prior experience is required. Guides provide full training to handle and drive your dog team.

What is included in the trip price?

The price covers pick-up from Whitehorse, meals, beverages, camping gear, and guiding services.

What’s the minimum age to participate?

Participants aged 5 and older are welcome to join this adventure.

What happens if the northern lights don’t appear?

While sightings aren’t guaranteed, nights around Carcross have high aurora activity during winter months.

Are dogs well cared for on the trip?

Yes, Boreal Kennels prioritizes the health and welfare of all sled dogs with expert care.

How cold does it get during this adventure?

Temperatures can drop well below freezing, so proper cold-weather gear is essential.

Yukon Dog Sled Adventure with Boreal Kennels

Set against the vast, pristine wilderness of Yukon, Boreal Kennels offers a 2-day, 1-night dog sledding adventure that delivers an authentic northern experience. Centered around the small community of Carcross, Yukon, this trip gives you a hands-on chance to command a team of powerful northern huskies across snow-blanketed landscapes carved by glaciers and ancient rivers. From the moment you meet your canine team, the rhythm of the sled, the crunch of snow, and the crisp air create a uniquely immersive connection to this rugged region.

Day one starts with a pickup in Whitehorse, then a transfer to the kennel’s base in Carcross. Here, your guide shares essential mushing techniques before you and your team embark through forested valleys and frozen lakes, with lunch served en route. Evening brings a cozy wilderness camp where hearty meals fuel you for the night. After dark, the northern lights often put on a luminous display, illuminating the sky above the quiet wilderness. The howl of distant wolves adds to the raw northern ambiance.

On day two, a morning snowshoe hike offers the chance to spot moose or wolf tracks before packing up to mush back toward civilization, passing landmarks etched by time and ice. Boreal Kennels prides itself on providing an intimate adventure that blends traditional dog sledding culture with ecological respect. Their small group sizes and expert guides create a safe, personalized experience.

This trip stands out in Yukon’s broader adventure scene by focusing on overnight wilderness immersion rather than day tours, giving visitors a deeper, sensory glimpse into the northern frontier. Whether it’s the bond with the dogs or the silent beauty of the Yukon night, Boreal Kennels’ dog sled excursion offers a rare opportunity to engage with one of the world’s last true sledding cultures.