Canadian Canoe Trips

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Journey deep into the Canadian wilderness on an unforgettable voyage along the Yukon River. Our Canadian canoe trip follows an historic goldrush route, exploring the pristine lakes, forests and mountains of this vast and remote land, far from the tourist trail. This unique expedition style canoeing adventure is perfect for the active traveller and lets you escape the crowds, camping by the riverside under star-filled skies, investigating long-forgotten gold claims, watching the for black bear and moose along the river bank and visiting Dawson City's historic gambling halls.

• Diamond Tooth Gertie's Frontier Casino US$10
• Bush walking US$Free
• Whitehorse Waterfront Trolley US$2
• Jack London & Robert Service Cabins US$5-$6
• Danoja Zho Cultural Centre US$6
• Dawson City Museum US$9

We use large two-person open canoes (without spraydeck) and each canoe carries a share of communal camping gear as well as your personal gear. Both beginners and experienced canoeists are welcome on our Canadian canoe trip; a reasonable level of general fitness will help you get the most out of this active trip and an ability to swim is required.

Why not arrange your own Grand American Adventures departure? For groups of 8 or more, we can offer private departures on any of our published itineraries enabling friends, families or organizations to enjoy our style of travel at special rates. Although tours will run as per our standard itinerary shown here, slight modifications may be considered and dates can be chosen to suit your needs. (Subject to seasonal/operational restrictions). So contact us today and start planning your own adventure.

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Trip Itinerary

Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best night stops and highlights. However, as local and operational conditions may vary and unforeseen circumstances can arise, the following itinerary should be used as a guideline.

As this tour departs at 0730 in the morning we recommend that you book pre-tour accommodation. Please request hotel details at the time of booking.

Day 1: Whitehorse

Before journeying down the Yukon River towards Klondike in the hope of making their fortune, one of the places the hordes of goldrush prospectors rested became Whitehorse, a fitting place for our Canadian canoe trip expedition to begin. Explore the provincial capital at your leisure.
Accommodation: Hotel included | Meals paid locally

Day 2-10: Yukon River

Travel the Klondike Highway to Carmacks, the put-in point where our journey along the 'Great River' begins, with canoes pointing downriver and the compass needle set north. Our voyage covers over 400km but in expedition fashion, our itinerary is flexible and the distance covered each day will depend on river conditions and the ability and interests of the group. This is an active adventure with up to 5/6 hours on the river each day, but we travel at a relaxed pace, allowing you to intimately experience the surrounding wilderness. Spot black bears, moose and bald eagles on the riverbanks from the excellent vantage point of our canoes; paddle through whitewater at the Five Finger Rapids; visit the abandoned goldrush settlement of Fort Selkirk; and perhaps enjoy some bush walking. With a sub-arctic climate, summers are short with long, bright days. In the evenings we set up camp in breathtaking locations on the banks and islands of the river, where you can relax by the campfire or take a refreshing swim.
Accommodation: Camping with meals included

Day 11-12: Dawson City

Reacquaint yourself with civilisation as we reach Dawson City at the confluence of the Yukon and Klondike Rivers. Visit historic sites including the cabins of writers Jack London and Robert Service, pan for gold on a guided tour of an active mine, and try a 'Sour Toe' cocktail or watch a dance show at Diamond Tooth Gertie's Gambling Hall.
Accommodation: Hotel included | Meals paid locally

Day 13-14: Whitehorse

Drive back to Whitehorse via the Klondike Highway, where you can stroll along the waterfront or ride on the Waterfront Trolley before the tour ends.
Accommodation: Hotel included | Meals paid locally

You can easily book your trip online using our secure booking engine. You only need to pay a 10% deposit or (whichever is greatest) with full payment due 8 weeks before departure. We are members of ABTA (Association of Britsh Travel Agents) and are fully financially bonded so your money is 100% safe & protected at all times whether you pay by debit, bank or credit card. If you prefer to book by telephone, please contact our sales office and speak to one our friendly travel consultants.

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