Frozen river, Forest, Yukon, Canada

Yukon

To head into the remote Yukon wilderness to watch grizzly bears ice fishing in the rich salmon waters is a rare and privileged experience. It is also an exceptional photographic opportunity few have the occasion to capture.

Larger than California but with just a fraction of the population, the Yukon slices between Alaska and Canada and is known for its untamed raw wilderness.

Drive along the unpaved Dempster Highway, regarded as one of the most scenic drives in the world, with spectacular seasonal colours and views across the expansive tundra landscape. Watch as grizzly bears plunge for salmon, ice fishing in the glacial waters of the remote Yukon rivers, and experience one of nature’s greatest displays — the bright lights of the Aurora Borealis.

Grizzly Bears, Canada
Grizzly Bears, Canada

Scout for Wildlife

Wildlife is prolific in this northern territory – vast herds of caribou, grizzly bears and wolves roam the wildlands, making this an exciting driving destination with well-maintained scenic roads. Famous for its gold rush history, this influence can be seen throughout the territory with many of the towns originating from the prospectors who travelled here in search of the gold that was settled in the many rivers.

White Pass Route, Railroad. Yukon, Canada
White Pass Route, Railroad. Yukon, Canada

Journey by Rail

The wild and rugged landscape is made up of thick forests, mountains, imposing rivers and lake-dotted tundra, making this one of the most raw and picturesque regions on Earth. Travel by train on the White Pass Route to take in unobstructed views of this epic landscape.

Experiences

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Northern Lights, Yukon, Canada

Discover the Aurora Borealis

Experience one of nature’s greatest displays — the bright lights of the Aurora Borealis.

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Yukon Dempster Highway, Canada

Self Drive in Yukon

Drive along the unpaved Dempster Highway, regarded as one of the most scenic drives in the world, with views across the expansive tundra landscape.

Grizzly Bear eating a flower, Yukon, Canada

Grizzly Bears in Yukon

Watch as grizzly bears plunge for salmon, ice fishing in the glacial waters of the remote Yukon rivers.

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Grey Wolf

Discover Canada’s Wildlife

View some of North America’s most impressive and rare species including the grizzly bear, caribou, wolves, coyote and lynx.

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Glaciers of Kluane National Park, Yukon, Canada

Kluane National Park

Explore the dramatic peaks and glaciers of the National Park, home to Canada’s highest peak, Mount Logan.

Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Bear Cave Mountain Adventures Camp £££££

  • Canada
  • Safari and Wildlife Lodge

The Bear Cave Mountain Adventures camp is a remote camp located in the Fishing Branch Ni’iinlii Njik Park in the Yukon Territory, where the primary activity is bear viewing. Accommodation at Bear Cave Mountain Adventures Camp comprises of rustic cabins carefully located to minimise the impact on the environment. Each cabin has a wood burning stove and LED lighting via the camp generator. There is a separate showering facility. A communal building provides the centre of camp housing the dining room for meals and a living room area for relaxing and evening activities.

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Blachford Lake Lodge £££££

  • Canada
  • B&B, Motel and Guesthouse

Situated in the Canadian Northwest Territories that neighbour the Yukon, Blachford Lake Lodge is a half-hour float plane flight from Yellowknife, the capital. The remote location means no light pollution and the lodge is one of the best places to observe the Aurora borealis. Blachford Lake Lodge can accommodate up to 65 guests in rooms in the main lodge and additional cabins are heated by wood-burning stoves. Like many of the lodges, Blachford Lake Lodge is seasonal, offering a variety of activities during the summer and winter months including hiking, fishing, canoeing, skiing and snowmobiling and of course the Northern lights.

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Meet our experts

A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.

Paul Bird

Watching bears interacting without any care of his presence was fascinating for Paul, and being a privileged onlooker in their natural habitat created a lifelong fascination with Canada.

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Roxy Dukes

Roxy’s love for Canada is limitless and she has returned on an almost yearly basis since her first visit as a child. From hiking the high alpine trails, riding with local cowboys to kayaking with humpbacks, she has likely been there and done it.

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