Emerald Lake, Yukon

Follow in the footsteps of the 1898 Gold Rush stampeders as you head into the Yukon on this guided tour from Skagway. Catch views of the White Pass Railroad and glacier-covered mountains and cross the border into Canada. Start your adventure by traveling up the Klondike Highway and taking in the passing wildlife and waterfalls. Once into Canada, you'll pass through the subarctic alpine tundra of the Tormented Valley, with views of Summit Lake. Continue through B.C. and stop at Canadian customs at Fraser, and the Yukon Territory. Enjoy a photo opportunity at the British Columbia and Yukon signs. As we continue up the Klondike Highway, guests will get to experience Wild Adventure Yukon (formerly Caribou Crossing). Your entry allows you the chance to walk around this historic & fun filled complex, play with puppies at the petting zoo, learn about the Klondike & Yukon at the museum, and also enjoy a huge family-style bbq lunch (vegetarian options available).

Experience the thrill of dog sledding with the dogs that will run over 1000 miles during the Iditarod and meet one of the professional mushers as they are actively training their team. Depart from Skagway and venture deep into the Yukon Territory seeing a huge variety of landscapes and views. Stop at the Caribou Crossing Iditarod Training Camp for a lunch break. Enjoy a 30-minute dog mushing adventure, an educational Q & A presentation on mushing by resident mushing experts, and a visit to the free puppy camp. Feel the excitement of riding with an experienced dog sled musher over cut trails through the Yukon wilderness. Spot wildlife including bears, sheep, caribou, elk, lynx, fox, eagles, and moose. Stop at the Caribou Crossing Iditarod Training Camp for a lunch break. Visit the wildlife museum and gift store, and enjoy some time at the petting zoo with goats, mini horses, and alpacas. Continue to Emerald Lake and the Carcross Desert before returning to Skagway.

Start your day with a hotel pickup at 8:30 AM in Whitehorse. On the way to Skagway, make a stop at the glossy green Emerald Lake. Discover a tranquil water surface saturated in intense colours caused by sediment deposits. Head over to the Carcross Desert, the world’s smallest desert, notable for its fine sand. Pay a visit to the small settlement of Carcross, where you'll learn more about First Nations’ history and explore the settlement’s restaurants, cafes and art shops. Travel along the South Klondike Highway, where you'll have several opportunities to view the majestic mountains and landscapes. Photograph and film the scenery at several stops, showcasing White Pass's exceptional landscape.  Arrive at Skagway, once the point of departure for most gold prospectors during the big Klondike Gold Rush. Discover a colourful and vibrant town where guests from all around the world stroll around its numerous restaurants, souvenir shops, and jewellers. Throughout the day, be prepared for chance encounters with the region's wildlife, such as black bears, grizzlies, moose, and other animals. Be returned to your hotel in Whitehorse at around 6:00 PM.

Gold! This one word roared across North America in 1896, as hundreds of thousands rushed to the Klondike with dreams of striking it rich. Now over a century later, that passion lives on, as visitors from across the globe continue to trace the footsteps of the world’s greatest Gold Rush. Pan for gold, explore Miles Canyon, and learn the true history of the Klondike Gold Rush. With lakes, beaches, the World’s Smallest Desert and the small First Nations community of Carcross along the way, the Yukon Gold Experience shows the true breadth the North has to offer. We begin our journey at 10:00 am with an eye to nature’s beauty, visiting Miles Canyon, where a nine-million-year-old basaltic lava flow has been split by the Yukon River, and Emerald Lake, so named for its breathtaking, shimmering green waters. We’ll take a trip to see Carcross Desert, the smallest desert on earth, before visiting the Indigenous community of Carcross itself. Explore the local First Nations art and history, relax in their local cafes, or stroll down the sandy shores of Bennett Lake. It was here that many stories of the Gold Rush began as the prospective prospector started their journey paddling to the Klondike. Our final stop before we return to Whitehorse brings us to the ultimate goal of every gold rusher: finding gold. After a quick lesson on gold panning, you’ll dig up deposits quickly. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to pet huskies, take photos with Gold Rush-style displays, and visit the Wildlife museum, which features life-sized displays of Yukon wildlife, including a Woolly Mammoth. We then conclude the day by returning you to your Whitehorse hotel at about 4 pm.

Embark on a full-day private tour through the captivating landscapes of Yukon where natural wonders and scenic beauty come to life. Stop at the iconic “Welcome To Alaska” sign, a photo-worthy landmark that marks the entrance to this remarkable region. As you continue your adventure, immerse yourself in the tranquil allure of Tutshi Lake and Tagish Lake, two iconic lakes surrounded by majestic mountains. Admire the larger-than-life charm of the “Yukon” sign, a testament to the region’s unique character and spirit. Discover the enchanting Bove Island, where nature’s serenity is on full display. The awe-inspiring Carcross Desert awaits, an unexpected sight amidst the wilderness, offering a glimpse of nature’s fascinating contrasts. Unleash your inner explorer and dive into the charm of Carcross, a welcoming town brimming with local culture and history. Culminate your journey at the mesmerizing Emerald Lake, before heading back.