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Aurora Borealis from Whitehorse, Yukon

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Enjoy the beauty and mystery of the northern lights in and around the city of Whitehorse

Overview

To the north an eerie, sulfurous-green sheen begins to ripple into the night sky. It arcs itself into an ebb and flow, slowly growing, then suddenly bursts across the full expanse of the night sky waving and dancing as if it were happy. The spectacular and mystical Northern Lights and viewings are common in the Yukon.

Highlights

  • Aurora Borealis
  • City tour to Whitehorse, Yukon
  • Yukon River
  • White Pass
  • Main Street
  • Log Skyscraper

This aurora borealis package combines the comfort of hotel accommodation with evening tours at heated and comfortable facilities away from the city lights to view the northern lights. Whitehorse is considered one of the best places in the world for viewing this natural wonder and the area boasts a high success rate for seeing the lights.

Your package begins with pick up service at the airport and transfers to your hotel in Whitehorse.  This same evening you will participate in your first aurora tour.  You will be transported by van from Whitehorse to a remote cabin a short drive from the city.  Here you will enjoy the spectacle of the lights in the comfort of a cozy heated cabin. On day two, you will be treated to a tour of the city of Whitehorse and each evening you will return to the viewing location for a guided aurora tour.  

To fill your afternoons, various day activities can be added to your package. Optional tours include snowshoeing, dogsledding, snowmobiling, wildlife preserve and ice fishing in the winter. Hiking, hot springs tours and a visit to a wildlife reserve in the fall.

  • Personal Experience
  • Local Guides
  • Trusted Tour Operator
  • Small group
Availability Aug - Apr
Duration 3 -5 days
Departs From Whitehorse, YT
Difficulty Easy Suitable for most people in fair condition.
Group maximum 30
Meet on Location No
Pick Up Yes
Region Yukon Territory

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  • International number: +1 778 348 1676

Availability (2023/2024): August 18, 2023 - April 2, 2024
Based on double occupancy.

3 days/2 nights
Price: $595 CAD per person
Single occupancy room add C$185
4 days/3 nights
$745 CAD per person
Single occupancy room add C$275
5 days/4 nights
Price: $915 CAD per person
Single occupancy room add C$370

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What's Included

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Included

  • Airport transfers, introduction, city tour, Aurora viewing and assistance.
  • All accommodation in Whitehorse in 3.5 star hotel with private bath and TV
  • Hot drinks and snacks during the aurora watching
  • All transfers by van including English speaking driver / guide
  • City tour of Whitehorse

What to bring

  • Warm winter coat
  • Warm clothes like hat, gloves, fleece underclothes, long underwear
  • comfortable walking shoes and snow boots
  • Winter clothing rentals are available.
  • Camera
  • Daypack and water bottle

Not Included

  • Meals and Beverages
  • Trip cancellation & medical insurance: We strongly recommend you purchase adequate insurance coverage at the time of booking.

Contact us for more Information about this tour

INTERNATIONAL NUMBER: +1 778 348 1676

You can also send an email to info@adventures.com, or use the contact form here below.

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Itinerary

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Information

drinking hot chocolate and watching aurora borealis in canada

Guide information: Guides will take you out each evening to view the lights.  The package includes one city tour.  Optional winter tours such as dogsledding, ice fishing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing can be included for an additional cost. Optional fall tours including hiking and a trip to the local wildlife preserve.

Transportation: Trips originate and end in Whitehorse, Yukon. Package includes airport transfers. Whitehorse is accessible by air from Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton.

sitting and watching aurora borealis at night in canada

We'll welcome you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel in downtown Whitehorse. It is located next to the Yukon River and within walking distance of all attractions, restaurants, banks and stores. Information meeting and registration for optional tours at the hotel. Fitting of winter clothing, time for shopping and dinner on your own. 21.30 pm departure for Aurora viewing. A cozy, heated cabin or wall tent with hot drinks and snacks makes your Aurora viewing even more enjoyable. Return to hotel around 1.30 am.

friends watching northern lights near a campfire

We embark on a 10.30 am city tour with Main Street, Train Depot of the White Pass and Yukon Route, Visitor Reception Center, Log Skyscraper, Log Church, Sternwheeler SS Klondike, Fish ladder, Schwatka Lake and some residential areas. Afternoon optional tour. 21.30 pm departure for Aurora viewing. Again, in a warm-up cabin hot drinks and snacks are provided. You may sit around a roaring fire and share stories. Return to hotel around 1.30 am.

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Winter temperatures can average anywhere from 0 to -30 degrees Celsius. Fall temperatures can range from 0 to 20 degrees Celsius.

The success of viewing the lights does depend on the weather. You need clear skies to view the aurora so we recommend you stay as many nights as possible to increase your chances of seeing the northern lights.

Payment Details

Deposit and Taxes

  • Pricing does not include: 5.00% GST.
  • A 25% deposit is required to hold your reservation.
  • Balance of payment is due 30 days before trip commencement.

 

CANCELLATION POLICY & DETAILS

Cancellation fee until 30 days before departure 25% of the total amount 29 to 15 days before departure 50%, 14 to 7 day before departure 75%, 6 days before departure and less 100%