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Stunning view of King's Throne Summit, Kluane N.P - Parks and wildlife of Yukon, Canada
Stunning view of King's Throne Summit, Kluane N.P  | Trevor Sauve
Learn about the rich heritage of the Carcross/Tagish First Nation - Parks and wildlife of Yukon, Canada
Learn about the rich heritage of the Carcross/Tagish First Nation  | Pat Josse
Admire the pretty white fur of the Dall sheep in subarctic mountainous areas of Yukon - Parks and wildlife of Yukon, Canada
Admire the pretty white fur of the Dall sheep in subarctic mountainous areas of Yukon  | Gov't of Yukon
Hiking Up Caribou Mountain Trail, in Carcross Region - Parks and wildlife of Yukon, Canada
Hiking Up Caribou Mountain Trail, in Carcross Region  | Trevor Sauve
Looking towards Mount Monolith in Tombstone Territorial Park - Parks and wildlife of Yukon, Canada
Looking towards Mount Monolith in Tombstone Territorial Park  | Trevor Sauve
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Whitehorse is the capital and largest city of Yukon  | Nathalie Gauthier

Parks and wildlife of Yukon

Canada
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8 Days from

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Trip Code: YKH
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Essential Information
Duration
  • 8 Days
Activities
  • 6 days of day hiking
Accommodation
  • 7 nights hotels
Meals
  • 6 Lunches
Difficulty Grading  
4 / 10

Introductory to Moderate

Carbon Footprint  

76kg of CO2-e PP per day

(535kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)

Trip highlights

  • Hike amid the dramatic granite pinnacle and colourful tundra of Tombstone Territorial Park
  • Capture the stunning backdrops of Mount Logan in Kluane National Park
  • Step back in time to the Klondike Gold Rush

Overview

Over eight days, this adventure brings you into the grandeur of Yukon’s pristine and vast wilderness. With its abundant wildlife, and cultures that live, breathe and thrive beneath the golden sunsets, shooting stars, and midnight sun, the Yukon Territory is unique in more ways than you can imagine. If you’re dreaming of the perfect nature escape with splendid alpine panoramas, colourful tundra, and dramatic granite pinnacles, this itinerary ticks all the boxes and many extras. You’ll discover iconic places, including Kluane National Park, the Traditional Territory of the Carcross/Tagish First Nation, Tombstone Territorial Park, Whitehorse, Dawson City and the Southern Lakes areas in Canada’s untamed North. For outdoor enthusiasts like yourself, this is the ultimate bucket list destination. So, leave the crowds behind and explore the Yukon's treasures.

Itinerary

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On arrival at the Whitehorse airport, make your way to the joining hotel. Named after the rapids on the Yukon River, which resembled the flowing manes of charging white horses, the territory's capital was a First Nations campsite until the Gold Rush brought tens of thousands of gold-seekers on their way to the Klondike. There will be a trip briefing in the hotel foyer at the time indicated in your final documents, where you will meet your guide and fellow travellers.

Meals: Nil

Let’s immerse ourselves into Yukon’s magnificent wilderness as we head to the Southern Lakes. The region boasts an interconnected group of lakes, endless outdoor recreation and deep pockets of history and culture. Hike into the alpine region where you'll encounter an old tram, a historic relic of mining days. Keep an eye out as the expanse of Alpine meadows unfolds before you and Dall Sheep wander the surrounding hillsides. On the way back to Whitehorse, the group will stop in and explore the outpost of Carcross. Formerly named Caribou Crossing by miners who stopped there en route to the Klondike gold fields at Dawson City, the town has a variety of local shops and displays of Indigenous art to appreciate. In Whitehorse, the group will reminisce on the days events together over dinner before finding time to enjoy local nightlife.

Meals: L

During a steady but gentle ascent to the summit of Caribou Mountain today, the landscape will gradually unfold with the pure beauty of Emerald Lake, known as Rainbow Lake by the First Nations, and its neighbour, Spirit Lake. The alpine refuge is home to hardy mountain goats and wandering caribou. Upon reaching the summit, soak in a remote panorama of the surrounding wilderness and mountain peaks in all directions. After picnicking amongst the breathtaking views, we descend once more. We visit Carcross Desert next, the smallest true desert in Canada, before returning to Whitehorse for the evening.

Meals: L

From Whitehorse, it’s a two hours scenic drive to mighty Kluane National Park and Reserve. Kluane offers an alpine and subalpine landscape and is a dream destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers of all levels. Half the size of the Netherlands, the park is home to Canada’s highest mountain, Mount Logan, and the largest non-polar icefields on Earth. With the time that we have today, we explore Sheep Creek Trail with views of the endless mountain ranges in all directions. After stretching our legs, we check into our accommodation for the next two nights in the little community of Haines Junction, conveniently located on the edge of the national park. Haines Junction has many stories to be told about the history and traditions of the people who have considered the location a sacred home for thousands of years.

Meals: L

After breakfast, we head back to the majestic Kluane National Park. Today, we hike on the park's southern end to a little haven known as Kathleen Lake. The views of the surrounding valleys and the blue waters of the lake are breathtaking as we climb a scree ridge to King’s Peak. Reaching the crest of the ridge, take the time to soak into this incredible landscape as you look to the South to the massive peaks in Alaska or West to Mt Logan, Canada’s highest peak. From here, we can see why they say Yukon is "larger than life," with the awe-inspiring wilderness stretching as far as the eye can see below us.

Meals: L

We set off in the direction of the gold prospectors to Dawson City, making potential stops along the way to explore some natural wonders such as Fox Lake, Lake Labarge and Five Finger Rapids. As we arrive in the historic town and former base of the 19th century Klondike Gold Rush, enjoy the character and old-time charm of Dawson City.

Meals: L

We continue our exploration of Yukon’s pristine wilderness with the backcountry jewel known as Canada’s Patagonia. As we are heading a little further north with a drive on the famous Dempster Highway, connecting the arctic ocean to the rest of Canada, enjoy the stunning views of unique arctic tundra landscapes and wildlife. The Tombstone Territorial Park will be our playground for the day, hiking into the larger-than-life panorama surrounded by some of the most iconic mountains in the world. The trails are padded down by the region’s abundant wildlife, including caribou, moose, grizzly bears, Dall sheep and some 150 species of birds. In our return to Dawson City this evening, we step back in time to the dancehalls and saloons of 1898 with a traditional Cancan show at Canada’s oldest Casino.

Meals: L

After breakfast, join the transfer to Whitehorse to arrive around 5pm or stay in Dawson City where you can arrange in advance to be dropped at the Dawson City airport this morning.

Meals: Nil

Ready to start your adventure?

4 scheduled departures between 14 Aug 2027 and 4 Sep 2027.

  • Departs 14 Aug 2027 – ends 21 Aug 2027 (8 days)
  • Departs 21 Aug 2027 – ends 28 Aug 2027 (8 days)
  • Departs 28 Aug 2027 – ends 4 Sep 2027 (8 days)
  • Departs 4 Sep 2027 – ends 11 Sep 2027 (8 days)
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What's included?

Included

  • 7 nights accommodation, double occupancy
  • 6 lunches
  • Services of a local guide
  • Private transportation
  • Return airport group transfers
  • Yukon Wildlife Preserve tour
  • Park and entrance fees to sights listed in itinerary

Not included

  • Flights
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Items of personal nature
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Applicable taxes of 5% when booking made in North America

About your guide

Your professional guide is familiar with the area, history and most important the changing weather. All of our guides are trained in wilderness first aid and are lots of fun to keep the days interactive and informative.

Reviews (4)

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The Yukon hiking trip was amazing with incredible guides, a great group of fellow hikers, and beautiful views. Everything was planned out and organised very well and we all had a great time. The tour itself was provided by another firm, which was cool as they were awesome, but there were a few itinerary differences.

Ajay Mohindra|Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
24 Sep 2026
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This was a well organized trip with two excellent guides.

Barbara|Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
25 Sep 2025
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Rahela Muvrin|Ontario, Canada
10 Sep 2025
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Anne Tanine-Maserati|Orlando, Florida, United States
21 Sep 2025

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Every departure date advises whether the date is confirmed, and roughly how full it is. Here is what each one means.

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Will this trip actually go ahead, or could it be cancelled?

If a date shows Guaranteed to go, it runs regardless of further bookings.

What does 2 to guarantee mean?

It means two travellers are enough to confirm the departure. It could be 2 more to add to the group, or the date only needs 2 people to run. Either way, if you book for two people, the date will become guaranteed to run.

What happens if my departure does not reach minimum numbers?

You will know the status before you book. Every date on this page is labelled, and dates marked “Guaranteed to go” are running regardless of further bookings. Where a date has not reached its minimum we either offer a surcharge to operate for a smaller group size so it can still run, or we cancel it. We contact you directly either way.

Will I get my money back if you cancel a departure?

If we cancel a departure due to not meeting minimum trip numbers, you receive a full refund of everything you have paid us less any non recoverable costs, where insurance may cover you. We cannot refund money committed elsewhere – additional non refundable deposits advised at the time of booking, flights, visas, vaccinations, gear - which is why it is worth waiting for “Guaranteed to go” before booking other arrangements around this trip date. Please read our Booking Terms and Conditions before you book.

Why can't I book some dates online?

Each trip closes online a set time before departure. Permits, internal flights and hut or campsite bookings all have to be arranged before we take payment. Call or enquire as it might still be possible to organise last minute places.

The date I want is closed. What are my options and why does it say to enquire?

Cancellations happen and places do open up on closed dates, so it is worth being on our list. We can also tell you which nearby date on the same trip has space, which is usually the faster route.

None of these dates suit me. Can you run this trip on another date?

Yes, as a private departure. We can run this trip on a date you choose, for your own group - family, friends, a club, or in many cases, just for the two of you. Tell us when you want to travel and who is coming, and we will build it around that.

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Rules on firearms, guide qualifications, group size and how close you may approach an animal are set country by country, park by park. Many incorrectly assume that every wildlife safari in Africa travels with an armed ranger. Several countries prohibit firearms outright. Where an armed escort is required, it is supplied by the park authority.

What is consistent is how these trips operate. You walk in a small group with a professional local guide who knows the country and the animals in it. We do not include captive or hands-on wildlife encounters in any itinerary.

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