Yukon Dog Sledding Expedition

When you arrive at Whitehorse, you’ll be taken to your hotel to settle in. Spend your first evening in the Yukon exploring the city.

This morning, a shuttle with take you south of Whitehorse to a beautiful ranch nestled in the forest with the mountains on the horizon. The inn offers a cozy refuge with large windows for you to enjoy the scenery. Enjoy the outdoor whirlpool and delicious dinners made by your hosts.

Step outside and take in the majesty of the mountains and the snow-covered forest that surrounds you. You have the whole day to explore your surroundings. Take out one of the fat bikes or some snowshoes and discover the many trails on the ranch.

Spend a quiet evening in the whirlpool or on the stargazing platform to watch for the northern lights.

After you’ve spent a relaxing few days in the wilderness, today you’ll return to Whitehorse for the next part of your adventure. Go for a walk along the Yukon River and wander the charming streets of this gold rush town. Visit the Kwanlin Dun Cultural Center to learn about the history and traditions of one of the local First Nations communities.

This morning you’ll meet your musher at the hotel and travel to the ranch outside of Whitehorse. Meet the amazing husky team and learn the basics of dog sledding. You’ll take a 3 or 4-hour trip on the sled to Fish Lake to practice the basics until you’re comfortable.

When you return. you’ll learn how to feed your dogs and get them settled for the night. Over dinner, your host Pierre-Luc will regale you with tales of his dog sledding adventures.

Today your epic dog sled adventure begins. Unleash your inner musher as the dogs pull you past the stunning lakes and mountains and into the valley where you’ll camp. Help prepare your dogs for the night as you feed them dinner, set up their beds, and put them in their coats. Then it’s time to collect some firewood and enjoy your dinner over the campfire. Your guide will prepare a meal with wild game or local fish for a truly authentic Yukon meal.

Watch for the northern lights before you snuggle into your wood-heated tent.

With a day on the trail under your belt, you’re ready for a more challenging and exciting trail! Enjoy the amazing scenery and look for wildlife as you sled higher into the mountains. There may be caribou, moose, and ptarmigans along your route!

In the evening you’ll say goodbye to your new four-legged friends and return to Whitehorse.

Today your tour concludes. If you have time before your flight, you can spend a little more time exploring Whitehorse. You may want to visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve for a final glimpse of the Yukon wildlife. Finally, make your way to the airport to catch your flight out of Yukon.