Arctic Summer Dream / Active Summer Adventure
Arctic Summer Dream / Active Summer Adventure
5 Days Starting and ending in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Visiting: Whitehorse
Tour operator:
Tour code:
YSD
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Age range:
19-89
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Experience five days of summer adventure in the far north. We’ll take you hiking, canoeing, show you the breathtaking summer scenery from above with a sightseeing flight. We let you see wildlife upclose at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve and pamper you with a dive into the soothing hot water of the Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs. This is an eventful summer tour in the Yukon for young and young-at-heart traveler.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Whitehorse
Location: Whitehorse, Whitehorse
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sternwheeler hotel
From the airport we drive you to your hotel located in the centre of Whitehorse. Accommodation: Sternwheeler hotel
Day 2 : Wildlife Viewing, Hot Springs, A Birds-Eye-View And Northern Lights
Location: Whitehorse, Whitehorse
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sternwheeler hotel
We start the day with a sightseeing flight above the spectacular summer/fall scenery on a 30 minutes sightseeing flight. During the flight we can enjoy the Yukon from an angle only few people ever will. Back in Whitehorse we will discover the history of the north on a city-sightseeing tour. Whitehorse has a lot to offer and is home to famous sights like the historic Paddlewheeler SS Klondike or a “Skyscraper” completely made out of logs. Later we drive to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve where we can see up close inhabitant game like the Elk, Moose, Caribou and Mountain Goats and in their natural surrounding. It's a photographer's and naturalist's dream to see Yukon's wildlife up close and you will be in the front-row to learn about wildlife living year-round in the True North. Not far from here we will visit the Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs and indulge ourselves in the natural hot waters and relax in a breathtaking winter mountain setting.
Accommodation: Sternwheeler Hotel
Day 3 : Surrounded By Mighty Mountains
Location: Whitehorse, Whitehorse
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sternwheeler hotel
After breakfast we drive into the mountains of Kluane National Park. On this tour you will visit the magnificent Kluane National Park, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. We will visit the scenic Kathleen Lake and enjoy a short hike at the Rock Glacier which bursts a magnificent view across lakes and mountains surrounding Kluane National Park. In Haines Junction we will visit the Da Kų Cultural Centre to learn more about the rich history of Kluane National Park, which is home to the largest non-polar ice field. Accommodation: Sternwheeler Hotel
Day 4 : On Historic Waterways Discover The Yukon’S Gold Rush
Location: Whitehorse, Whitehorse
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sternwheeler hotel
Today we’ll learn the old tradition of canoeing. After a detailed safety briefing we’ll get introduced to the art of canoeing and soon we’ll be on our way on historic waterways. On this tour you canoe down the historic Yukon River and enjoy the peaceful scenery. We paddle from Whitehorse to the confluence of the Takhini River. A great day trip for beginner paddlers and a perfect way to enjoy this classic northern river. Back from the canoe trip you can reward yourself with a beer from the famous Yukon Brewery at one of the downtown restaurants.
Accommodation: Sternwheeler Hotel
Day 5 : Whitehorse Departure
Location: Whitehorse, Whitehorse
Transfer to the airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Fully Guided
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Sightseeing tour in Whitehorse
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Sightseeing flight around Whitehorse and area
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Kluane National Park tour (full day)
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Canoeing tour (half day)
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Wildlife & Hot Springs Tour
What's Not Included
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Meals
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Gratuity
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Swim suit
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Towel, sandals (available for rent or purchase at Hot Springs)
Accommodation
Sternwheeler hotel
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
The minimum age is 19 years to join this tour
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, we offer this tour in English speaking service
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Are flights included in this tour?
Air fares are not included
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When are the best months to see the northern lights?
Statistically, springtime (March/April) and autumn (September/October) contain the most "geomagnetically disturbed days" which means more aurora activity...although you're bound to see the lights in October, November, December, January and February if you spend enough time looking up. In Yukon, it's dark enough to see the northern lights from about August-through-April. During May, June & July it's just too bright in to see them in the "Land of the Midnight Sun."
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Should I wear rental winter gear for every tour?
It is not mandatory, but we recommend it. December to April, the temperature drop to around -20 to -25℃, so our winter gear helps you to enjoy any tour comfortably and safe. We strongly recommend to wear our rental winter gear during snow shoeing, ice fishing, and Aurora Viewing tours.
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How to photograph the Northern Lights?
For starters set the camera on a tripod, adjust the ISO setting up to 800 or 1600, set the f-stop wide open (lowest number like f2.8) and start bracketing the exposure times. Try 5 seconds, 10 seconds and 20 seconds. If the picture is still black and underexposed then try 30 seconds and keep raising the ISO until something shows up on your LCD monitor.
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Where is the best place to see aurora? And what time is best?
To see aurora you need clear and dark sky. During very large auroral events, the aurora may be seen throughout the US and Europe, but these events are rare. During an extreme event in 1958, aurora was reported to be seen from Mexico City. During average activity levels, auroral displays will be overhead at high northern or southern latitudes. Places like Whitehorse, Yukon; Yellowknife, NWT; Gillam, Manitoba; the southern tip of Greenland; Reykjavik, Iceland; Tromsø, Norway; and the northern coast of Siberia all offer a good chance to view the aurora overhead. In North Dakota, Michigan, Quebec, and central Scandinavia, you might be able to see aurora on the northern horizon when activity picks up a little. In the southern hemisphere the aurora has to be fairly active before it can be seen from places other than Antarctica. Hobart, Tasmania, and the southern tip of New Zealand have about the same chance of seeing aurora as Vancouver, BC, South Dakota, Michigan, Scotland, or St. Petersburg. Fairly strong auroral activity is required for aurora viewing in those locations. The best time to watch for aurora is around midnight, but aurora occurs throughout the night. There are very few places on Earth where one can see aurora during the day. Since clear sky and darkness are essential to see aurora, the best time is dictated by the weather, and by the sunrise and sunset times. The moon is also very bright, and should be taken into account when deciding on a period to travel for the purpose of auroral observation. You might see aurora from dusk to dawn throughout the night. The chances are higher for the three or four hours around midnight.
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What time should I arrive to Whitehorse?
If you are planing to join the Aurora Viewing Tour, we recommend to arrive at the Whitehorse Airport before 8pm, then you have enough time to prepare for the tour.
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Low Deposit
Arctic Range Adventure requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of arctic range adventure charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 40% of booking price.
At 44 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.