Name: MRACX Yukon Active Adventure
Start: 2023-08-13T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-08-19T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Whitehorse, YT, Canada

Adventuredesk LTD.

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10 reviews

Aug 13 - 19, 2023

Group size: 1 - 18

MRACX Yukon Active Adventure

Whitehorse, YT, Canada

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Adventuredesk LTD.

Email address verified

10 reviews

Aug 13 - 19, 2023

Group size: 1 - 18

We have handpicked the ultimate Yukon summer active adventure. Explore the incredible Kluane National Park, marvel at the wildlife in the Yukon Nature Preserve and maybe even spot the northern lights as you sit out among the stars.

Our home base is Whitehorse, but with a new experience each day.

Deposit
A non refundable $400 CAD deposit per traveller is require to confirm your booking

Final payment due 60 days prior to departure.

Cancellation by Traveller

Cancellations made outside of 60 days prior - Loss of deposit

Cancellations made within 59-30 days will incur a loss of 50% of the booking value.

Cancellations made within 29-0 days will incur a 100% loss.

Day 1
Day 1
Arrive Whitehorse
From the airport we drive you to your hotel located in the centre of Whitehorse. Afternoon is free for sightseeing.

Accommodation: Sternwheeler Hotel
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Day 2
Day 2
Hot Springs, Wildlife Viewing
We start the day in Whitehorse where 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, Mountain Goats and Lynx in their natural surrounding. Not far from here we will visit the Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs and endulge ourself in the natural hot waters and relax in a breathtaking mountain setting.
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Day 3
Day 3
Kluane National Park
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. Visiting the historic indigenous Klukshu Village we will also have the chance to see wild salmon reaching their spawning grounds. 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.
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Day 4
Day 4
Canoe the Yukon River
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
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Day 5
Day 5
Free Day and Evening Aurora Borealis
Today you can enjoy a free day in Whitehorse. Take a stroll around town or consider booking an optional tour. Options include Heli Hiking in Grey Mountain, Fishing, ATV tours and more.

Later in the evening we set out to the AuroraCentre where we’ll seek the sight of northern lights. Travel just outside the city centre, but far enough from the city lights to an idyllic Northern Lights viewing location, the AuroraCentre. The evenings will feature relaxing Northern Lights viewing beside a cozy wood stove or roaring campfire, the perfect way to enjoy your relaxed vacation.
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Day 6
Day 6
Miles Canyon Hike
Hiking is one of the best ways to enjoy the tranquility of the Yukon wilderness and to photograph the stunning Yukon landscape. On this tour you’ll get to see some of the most breathtaking views of the Yukon’s landscape and scenery. On this half day hiking tour you’ll get to see the beautiful Miles Canyon and learn about the history of the Gold Rush. We’ll hike a well established trail along the Yukon River and visit the historic site of Canyon City.
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Day 7
Day 7
Depart Whitehorse
Checkout of your hotel and transfer back to the airport for your flight home.
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Day 1

Arrive Whitehorse

From the airport we drive you to your hotel located in the centre of Whitehorse. Afternoon is free for sightseeing.

Accommodation: Sternwheeler Hotel

Hey Matt, we had a great time, lots of things to do and see, learned the culinary cuisine, local facts, history of the country and got to experience some truly epic experiences. It was so awesome! Every day was filled with a new adventure! Our guide Marcelo and our driver, Juan, were amazing! Made the trip much more enjoyable. There were just two drawbacks. First, there was a lot of driving. I’m thinking we could have stayed at the home stay an extra night and skipped the spa as it was a 4 hour drive to the spa, and we only stayed one night, then we drove back to Quito to catch the flight to Puerto Lopez. If we stayed at the home stay, we could have climbed other waterfalls in the canyon? Potentially? Or done something else close by. Second, the budgeted amount for food and drink was too low as it didn’t accommodate for tips for our driver or our guide. They did a lot, so I paid $110 for our guide and $70 for our driver. And I also paid more than others, which I didn’t think was fair. It was my choice but the way it was communicated to us on how to tip naturally meant some people would pay more than others. On next trips, it should be clearly noted that $8-$10 min/day is required for tips, for each guide, especially if they are accompanying us on all events and excursions, which ours did. Oh, and the temps were a bit off.. it was colder on more days than expected so I’d recommend taking half and half for clothes (half warm stuff for the cold, have cool stuff for the heat) if you’re planning this trip for others. Other than that, it was good.

By Nancy G for MRACX Ecuador Multisport Adventure on Aug 28, 2024

Overall a great trip, however there were some excursions that could have been omitted and the itinerary was too jam packed, there was no downtime for people to rest and do their own thing. Also there was some minsformation communicated before the trip. It was indicated that there would be banks/atms and places would accept credit/debit but it turned out 95% of the places only took cash and if you did not bring enough cash, it would've been difficult to buy food/tip and purchase other goods. Very few atm's took canadian debit cards. The spa was a waste of a day, more time could've been spent in Quito.

By Veerindara P for MRACX Ecuador Multisport Adventure on Aug 21, 2024

What a GREAT trip! Thanks, Matt, for everything. We enjoyed every aspect of the trip, especially the time at Ave Sol River Sanctuary. Tropical Rivers river guides were just excellent; not only could they handle the rafts in the rapids, but their cooking was fantastic, and they prepared some of the very best meals we had on the trip. La Fortuna was a great stop with enough time to kick back and relax and have a few cool ones(maybe not a few). Tamarindo was a fun spot to take in some ziplining and look at the beach with a wine glass in our hands. Every detail was covered from start to finish. Matt, I cannot thank you enough for taking such great care of us.

By John B for Tropos FC - Costa Rica Multi Activity on Dec 05, 2023

We had a wonderful time. Cristina our guide was fantastic. Foods and accommodations mostly good.

By Firozeh K for OCEY Andalusia Hiking and Exploration on Nov 14, 2023

Great trip, well organized, smooth. Hotels were comfortable. Breakfasts included. As an older person, I would suggest smaller lunch items and dinners that occurred closer to the North American eating schedule. I declined 2 pre-paid dinners for these reasons.