Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park

Canada
Snowshoeing
Partially Guided
Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park

Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park

Prices

From $5,175USD

Difficulty

Partially-Guided

Hotel, Lodge

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Highlights

Discover the favourite pastimes of the Yukon from your wilderness lodge in Kluane

Meet the famous sled dogs of the Yukon and take an exhilarating sled ride through the mountains.

Experience the incredible Northern Lights with a photographer who will help you capture the perfect souvenir photo.

Enjoy the snowshoe trails through peaceful forests and race through the frozen terrain on a snowmobile tour.

Experience the timeless northern tradition of ice-fishing on a beautiful alpine lake.

Visit the Yukon for an exciting winter getaway full of snowy fun and peaceful nights. The Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park takes you to a remote wilderness lodge in a French community in Kluane National Park.

You’ll enjoy busy days full of unique winter activities that explore the spectacular mountains and landscapes of Kluane. Explore nature trails on snowshoeing trips and discover the backcountry on exciting snowmobile and dog sledding excursions. After your days out in the cold, you’ll appreciate the warm atmosphere of the lodge, where you’ll share your meals and stories of your adventures with the other French-speaking guests. Enjoy watching the night sky from the outdoor whirlpool and wait for the Aurora Borealis to appear. Create lifelong memories in the Yukon of exciting arctic activities in the breathtaking northern landscape.

Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Vancouver

When you arrive in Vancouver, your transfer will meet you at the airport to take you to your hotel. Take an evening stroll on one of the beautiful beaches, through a hip neighbourhood, or watch the sunset over the ocean.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Vancouver
Meals
None

Day 2 Explore Scenic Vancouver

You have the whole day to explore this beautiful city that sits between the mountains and the ocean. Take a walk along the seawall in Stanley Park, visit English Bay, the shops on Robson street, or one of the city’s many restaurants offering international fare.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Vancouver
Meals
None

Day 3 Travel to Whitehorse

This morning, you’ll return to the airport and board your flight to Whitehorse. When you arrive, a transfer will take you to your hotel for your first night in the Yukon.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Whitehorse
Meals
None

Day 4 Arrive at Your Wilderness Lodge

Wake up for your first morning in the north! A shuttle will collect you from the hotel and take you on the Alaska Highway into the Kluane National Park. On the way, you’ll pass the tallest mountain in Canada, Mount Logan. You’ll immediately feel welcomed when you arrive at the charming log house lodge in the wilderness. Tonight, you can wait for the Northern Lights to appear from the warmth of the outdoor whirlpool.

Overnight Location
Lodge in Haines Junction
Meals
Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Dog Sledding Adventure

Put on your warm clothes this morning because your first activity is dog sledding! You’ll receive some instructions and a safety lesson and meet your friendly team of dogs. Then, you’ll spend the next three or four hours exploring the trails where it will be just you, the dogs, and the snow. This evening, you’ll want to share tales of your incredible dog sledding adventure with the whole lodge in front of the fire.

Overnight Location
Lodge in Haines Junction
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 6 Snowmobiling in the Mountains

Today’s adventure will be snowmobiling! A guide will take you out to the sled on the fresh snow and will show you the extraordinary mountains and valleys of Kluane that are rarely visited. Tonight, you’ll have another chance to watch the spectacular night sky. If the Northern Lights make an appearance after you’ve turned in, the lodge staff will be happy to wake you up, so you don’t miss them.

Overnight Location
Lodge in Haines Junction
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 7 Ice Fishing and Night Photography

This morning, your views of the rocky peaks that fill the horizon will be from your perch on a frozen lake. After few hours of ice fishing, you might catch rainbow trout, pike, or Arctic char. Regardless of what you catch, you’ll have spent another day taking in the incredible Yukon scenery. When the stars come out, you’ll watch for the Aurora Borealis with a photographer who will teach you some helpful tricks to capturing the perfect shot of the dancing lights.

Overnight Location
Lodge in Haines Junction
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 8 Final Day to Explore Kluane

Since today is your last full day in Kluane, you can choose how you want to explore the beautiful wilderness. You can hike or strap on some snowshoes to enjoy the scenery and see if you can spot some wildlife.

Overnight Location
Lodge in Haines Junction
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 9 Return to Vancouver

In the morning, you can take a final walk through the snowy forests or relax and enjoy the mountain views from the whirlpool. The shuttle will take you to the airport in Whitehorse, where you’ll catch your flight to Vancouver.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Vancouver
Meals
Breakfast

Day 10 Departure

This morning, your tour concludes, and you can start your journey home. If you wish to extend your stay in Vancouver, you can add additional nights to your tour.

Overnight Location
None
Meals
None

Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park Price and Dates

This partially-guided tour to Kluane National Park is run as private tour for your group only, and the price per person depends on how many people are in your group.

Prices below are per person:

  • Groups of 2+: $5,175USD per person
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Accommodation on the Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park

This tour is based on hotel and lodge accommodations. The hotels on this trip are standard 3-star in convenient locations. Your lodge in the Yukon includes all your meals and exciting activities that are symbolic of the north.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. Single rooms, including those for solo travellers, are by request and may incur an additional fee.

Night 1-2

Hotel in Vancouver

Welcome to Vancouver! Settle in and sleep off any jetlag at your comfortable hotel.

Night 3

Hotel in Whitehorse

Stay in downtown Whitehorse in a modern luxury hotel. While you’re not out exploring the city or viewing the Northern Lights, you can soak in the rooftop hot tub.

Mount Logan Lodge in Haines Junction

Retreat to an alpine wonderland at this rustic wilderness lodge. The family-run lodge offers you the perfect home base for your Kluane adventures.

Night 9

Hotel in Vancouver

Welcome to Vancouver! Settle in and sleep off any jetlag at your comfortable hotel.

Hotels on Standard Tour

What’s Included in the Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park?

Meals

5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners are included in this tour.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 9 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Vancouver are not included but can be added as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

Your airport transfers in Vancouver and Whitehorse are included. Your tour also includes roundtrip transportation between Whitehorse and your lodge in Kluane.

Also Included

  • Snowmobile excursion with guide, and satellite phone
  • Guided dog sled ride
  • Guided snowshoe excursion
  • Guided ice fishing excursion
  • Northern lights wake up call on 2 nights
  • Northern lights watching and photo tips (1 night)
  • Snowshoes rental
  • Canadian taxes
  • 24/7 access to helpline

Not included

  • Flights
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Entrance fees to national parks
  • Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Optional activities or excursions

Frequenty Asked Questions about Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park

How hard is the Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park?

We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. There is some flexibility in this itinerary where you decide if you want to hike or snowshoe. Some of the activities do require a certain amount of upper body control. Please be prepared to spend four or more hours outside in cold temperatures.

Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

What does partially-guided mean?

Booking a partially-guided tour is a perfect choice for those who like to be in charge of some of their time while travelling, but also don’t want to be on their own during activities. In most cases, a partially-guided tour doesn’t have a tour leader assigned to a group, but some or most of the activities, such as hikes, city walks, or historic site visits, are led by different guides. Also, in most cases, booking a partially-guided tour is way cheaper than booking a fully-guided tour!

Are meals included on the Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park?

5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners are included in this tour.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover any activities you plan to do. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Vancouver to start this tour?

Fly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Your airport shuttles are included to and from the hotel.

Is the Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park in English?

This is a partially-guided tour, and your excursions will be conducted in French and English.

Where does the Winter in Yukon’s Kluane National Park end?

This tour ends when you return to the Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

Do I need any special equipment for this tour?

Snowshoes, snowmobiles, and sled dogs will all be waiting for you at the lodge. Please ensure you bring warm clothes and waterproof winter outerwear so you can enjoy your time outside.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Canada?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Canada?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to Canada for this tour?

The best time to travel to the Yukon for this tour is during the winter to enjoy the freshest snow and winter activities. This tour is available from December to March.

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Tour Difficulty

We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. There is some flexibility in this itinerary where you decide if you want to hike or snowshoe. Some of the activities do require a certain amount of upper body control. Please be prepared to spend four or more hours outside in cold temperatures.


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