Yukon Winter at the Lake

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Duration

6 days

From

$2,875

Overview

Experience the serene beauty of the northern wilderness with this 5-night Yukon Winter at the Lake package. After a night in Whitehorse, Yukon’s Capital, and a guided Northern Lights experience, you’ll be whisked away to a cozy lakeside resort where your private cabin or villa is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Spend your days exploring the landscape by snow shoe or snowmobile. Join expert local mushers for a half-day husky dogsledding experience, or upgrade to a full-day tour complete with lunch around the campfire. Relax in the cedar sauna. Spend your evenings indulging in gourmet 3-course dinners followed by Northern Lights viewing around the campfire.

This sample itinerary can be fully customized to your unique interests. Contact our team today to learn more & plan your next trip!

Looking for more travel inspiration in Western Canada? Check out our full range of tours in BC & the Yukon.

Trip Highlights

  • Settle into the quiet wilderness of the Yukon at your private cabin or villa by the lake.
  • Cozy up by the bonfire at your lakefront retreat to catch the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) over snowcapped peaks.
  • Experience the beautiful back country in pure Yukon Style by dogsled in the hands of an expert dog sled guide.
  • Explore the frozen lake and nearby trails with activities like snowshoeing (included) and optional snowmobiling tours.
  • Relax in the cedar sauna nestled in the snow.
  • Enjoy nightly 3-course dinners in the lodge.
  • Witness Yukon’s iconic wildlife with an optional tour of the Wildlife Preserve, home to Elk, Muskox, Bison, Caribou, Lynx, Arctic Fox, and more.
  • Unwind at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs inspired by Scandinavian and Japanese Onsen healing practices (add-on).

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Quick Facts

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Day by Day Itinerary

Arrive in Whitehorse | Airport transfer to hotel | Check-in and receive Arctic Winter Gear package | Dinner in town | Evening Northern Lights viewing near Whitehorse (10pm-2am approx.).


Accommodation: Hotel | Meals included: n/a.

Morning at leisure | Transfer provided to Southern Lakes Resort | Settle into lakefront cabin or villa | 3-course dinner at the lodge | Optional self-guided Northern Lights viewing and campfire.


Accommodation: Cabin resort | Meals included: Dinner.

Breakfast at the lodge | Half-Day Husky Dogsledding tour with local mushers (upgrade to full-day tour with lunch and campfire) | Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the local trails and wood-fired sauna | Dinner & optional Northern Lights viewing.


Accommodation: Cabin resort | Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.

Day at leisure | Enjoy up to 7km of snowshoe trails in the forest plus endless routes on the frozen lake (snowshoe rentals and instruction included; Add-on guided snowshoeing tours by the hour) | Optional snowmobiling tours.


Accommodation: Cabin resort | Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.

Breakfast at the lodge | Morning transfer back to Whitehorse | Optional afternoon tours: Yukon Wildlife Preserve, Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs, Ice Fishing.


Meals included: Breakfast.

Breakfast at leisure | Hotel transfer to Whitehorse Airport | Tour ends.

  • Additional nights in Whitehorse or at Southern Lakes Resort
  • Upgrade to full-day dogsledding tour at the resort, including lunch around the campfire
  • Snowmobiling tours (2-hr tour from the resort, or half- or full-day tours from Whitehorse)
  • Guided snowshoeing (hourly rate)
  • Yukon Wildlife Preserve guided tour
  • Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs (combined with Yukon Wildlife Preserve - half-day experience)
  • Ice fishing from Whitehorse (half-day)
  • Ice climbing
  • Nordic & downhill skiing
  • Air North flights into Whitehorse from major Canadian cities
  • Nights in Vancouver

Included/Excluded

  • All accommodation for 5 nights including 2 nights in Whitehorse (one at the start and one at the end), and 3 nights at a lakefront cabin resort.
  • 3 breakfasts & 3 dinners.
  • 1 night of guided Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) viewing with local guides.
  • 3 nights of self-guided Northern Lights viewing from your resort.
  • Insulated winter gear package for all 5 nights.
  • Half-day Husky Dogsledding tour.
  • 3 days of snowshoe rental and instruction.
  • All transfers including airport pick-up/drop-off, and transport to/from the resort and Whitehorse.
  • Custom itinerary design, local recommendations, and remote support during your trip.
  • Additional meals not listed
  • Flights (add-on available)
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities

Dates & Rates

Winter tours are fully customizable and available for any group size, based on availability.

This tour is a self-guided experience with locally-guided day tours and transportation throughout. You do not need your own vehicle for this experience.

Contact us to start planning!

Tour Dates:

Tour Rates (2027):

Lakefront Cabin (per person)

$2,875

Family/Superior Cabin (per person)

$2,985

Deluxe Villa (per person)

$3,125

Based on double occupancy. Single supplement applicable. All prices are in Canadian dollars and subject to GST tax (5%).

See Mosaic Earth Travel’s Terms & Conditions for Self-Drive, Custom & Private Tours.

Getting Here

This tour starts and ends in Whitehorse. Flights are available from major cities in Canada via Air North, Yukon’s Airline (bookable through Mosaic Earth Travel on-request), and other Canadian airlines. All transfers are included in your package and provided by our local partners – no rental car required.

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Guest Experience Specialist

Emma McLachlan

As a recent graduate with a Bachelors in Tourism Development, Emma has used her education and career opportunities to explore Canada, from coast to coast. Her previous experience in hotels, adventure guiding and travel consulting has relocated her to Lake Louise, Whistler, Montreal, Banff and Toronto.

Her exploration of the west coast ignited her love for adventure tourism, but also opened her eyes to the communities marginalized at the hands of the tourism industry. This flourished her passion for creating a more thoughtful relationship amongst tourism suppliers, local communities and tourists. With Mosaic Earth Travel, Emma is connecting her passions in regenerative tourism and travel.

​Originally from Ontario, Emma’s various relocations exposed her to her favourite activities; including back-country camping and hiking, rollerblading, snowboarding, rock climbing and dreaming of her next adventure. Emma is based in Montreal, QC.

Photographer & Guide

Josh McGarel

An avid photographer for over twelve years, Josh has gained experience with local and international businesses, world-renowned athletes, and individuals to build professional content and brand presence across a variety of platforms.

He has worked on assignment for an expedition cruise operator as Photographer in Residence along the East Coast of Canada, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Here, Josh connected with his love of travel as he documented daily excursions, wildlife, and life onboard, and shared his knowledge of photography through presentations and workshops for passengers.

Hailing from the United Kingdom, Josh has lived in BC since 2014. He spends his time exploring the area by mountain bike and dreaming up crazy photo projects with friends.
Founder & Lead Guide

Pam McGarel

With a Masters of Science in International Development and Sustainable Tourism, Pam has dedicated her career to harnessing the power of travel to support the wellbeing of our planet and its people. She is an experienced guide, planner and project manager with a knack for logistics.

Prior to launching Mosaic Earth, Pam worked in sustainable tourism consulting where she helped develop a globally-recognized certification program for tourism businesses and destinations.

She has experience in public-private partnerships with a polar expedition cruise operator where she built relationships with world-leading field scientists, conservationists, and educators to facilitate their projects alongside the traveller experience. Pam is a member of the Adventure Travel Trade Association and Women Travel Leaders, and loves to connect with values-driven tourism professionals.

​Originally from Ontario, Pam moved to BC in 2016 seeking outdoor adventure, with favourite activities including hiking, sea kayaking, snowboarding, and road trips around this beautiful province.