Spend a winter night on a Yukon ice lake: fish for burbot from a heated shelter, sip hot drinks, and watch the aurora unfold overhead. This private combo trip from Whitehorse is designed for beginners and seasoned anglers alike.
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Night settles quickly over the frozen lake; the shelter glows and steam rises from hot chocolate while the stars brace for the aurora’s performance. You step from the van onto hard ice, the hush of the Yukon pressing at the edges of the group. Inside the heated hut, lines drop through a clean auger hole and the dark water below feels like a separate world, patient and hungry.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing or sitting in cold conditions and some mobility on icy surfaces
Wildlife
History
Whitehorse sits along routes used for trade and seasonal travel by the Kwanlin Dün and Ta’an Kwäch’än peoples; winter lakes were traditional fishing resources.
Conservation
Follow local fishing regulations, pack out all waste, and minimize light pollution during aurora viewing to protect wildlife and night-sky quality.
Reserve your spot on the Yukon Icefishing and Aurora Viewing Combo Trip today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers and waterproof outerwear
Temperatures on frozen lakes can plummet — wear insulated, waterproof boots and a windproof outer shell to stay dry and warm.
Bring a valid Yukon fishing license
Anglers 16+ must carry a license — ask the operator to arrange one or purchase online before the trip.
Charge spare batteries and bring a headlamp
Cold drains batteries quickly and night photography needs extra power and hands-free light for moving safely on ice.
Mind ice safety and follow your guide
Stay within marked zones, avoid unsupported ice edges, and listen to the guide’s instructions for shelter entry and hole placement.
Insulated winter jacket
Keeps core warm during long exposure to cold and wind on the ice.
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Waterproof insulated boots
Protects feet from wet, icy conditions and retains warmth for several hours.
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Hand and foot warmers
Small, lightweight heat sources that extend comfort during extended night stays.
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Headlamp with red-light mode
Keeps hands free and preserves night vision for aurora viewing and moving around the site.
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