What is the minimum age to participate?

You must be at least 16 years old to join the full-day snowmobile tour.

Do I need prior snowmobile experience?

No prior experience is required; you will receive a comprehensive safety briefing and instruction.

Is winter gear provided?

Winter gear rental is optional; participants should come prepared with cold-weather clothing.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Tours may be rescheduled or canceled for safety due to extreme weather conditions.

Yes, the tour includes a hot lunch, warm drinks, and snacks after the ride.

How large are the groups?

Groups accommodate up to 4 people, allowing for a personalized experience.

Thrilling Full Day Snowmobile Adventure in Yukon’s Southern-Lakes Area | Snowmobile

Venture into the heart of Yukon’s Southern-Lakes Area on the Full Day Snowmobile Tour, an exhilarating 5.5-hour expedition designed to immerse you in the raw, frosted wilderness teeming with towering pines and icy vistas. Located near the historic town of Carcross, Yukon, this tour reveals a winter playground sculpted by pristine frozen lakes and snow-dusted boreal forests. From the moment you grasp the handlebars of your snowmobile, the landscape unfolds around you in crisp, white expanses stretching toward distant mountain ridges, making every mile a fresh discovery.

The Southern-Lakes Area is renowned for its vast, rugged terrain where snow and silence dominate the winter months. With this tour, guests get both guided expertise and freedom – start with a comprehensive safety briefing, then strap on supplied safety gear and learn essential snowmobile handling before setting off. Whether you choose a solo machine for independent exploration or a double occupancy for a shared adventure, the journey through winding trails and frozen waterways offers an unmatched sense of speed and solitude.

Run by Boreal Kennels, the experience is deeply tied to the region’s outdoor culture, offering not just thrills but also comfort: hot drinks and a hearty lunch provide welcome warmth amid the frosty air. After the day’s ride, warm snacks and friendly conversation around the lodge fire enhance the authentic northern hospitality. This is more than just a ride—it’s a chance to connect with Yukon’s wilderness heritage.

Carcross itself is steeped in history as a former gold rush town and the gateway to Yukon’s scenic South Lakes. Visitors can explore local landmarks before or after their tour. Snowmobile trails here pass through landscapes shaped by glacial activity, with views of Bennett Lake, towering spruce trees, and perhaps the tracks of moose or snowshoe hares.

This tour emphasizes safety and enjoyment, requiring participants to be at least 16 years old and come prepared with proper cold-weather clothing. The operator provides expert guidance, lending even first-timers the confidence to master snowmobiling in this challenging but accessible winter environment.

For travelers seeking an active, high-adrenaline way to experience the North’s winter wilderness, this full-day snowmobile adventure delivers. It combines technical skill-building, breathtaking natural scenery, and a chance to step into Yukon’s rugged landscape in a way few other activities offer.