The Yukon Explorer

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Snake River, Yukon Explorer- Guided
21 nights
From £3130 per person


Price includes: Two nights in Whitehorse on room only, canoes and camping equipment, float plane transfer from Sheldon Lake or Mayo to Duo lakes, all overland transportation, all meals on the canoe trip, historic tour through Dawson City, and expert guidance on the entire trip.

Departures: 2021: 20 June - 11 July, 18 July - 8 August

Accessible only by float plane, this stunning trip begins aboard a DeHavilland Beaver or Otter air plane that takes you into a lush alpine valley, moves through the awe-inspiring Mackenzie Mountain range and drops you off in the tranquil Duo Lakes.

From there begins a 500 kilometre, three week long epic journey down the Snake River. On the way, you’ll pass through or portage around several rapids, have the opportunity to see bears, wolves, moose, dall sheep and caribou, and hike off into the surrounding landscape. There will also be plenty of fishing, a chance to visit the historic Fort McPherson settlement, and an excursion to Dawson City before returning to Whitehorse.

Day 1
Spend your first night in a hotel in Whitehorse and meet up with the tour guide and the other group members.

Day 2
You will be transferred by float plane to the expedition start point.

Days 3-17
Canoeing the Snake River and Peel Rivers

Day 18
Arrive in Fort McPherson and overnight on a campground.

Day 19 
Southbound drive with the van via Dempster Highway, last camp around the Tombstone Mountain Range.

Day 20
Historic tour through Dawson, overnight in Dawson City.

Day 21
Return to Whitehorse via the Klondike Highway where you will spend your final night.

Day 22
Return home
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