Unforgettable Yukon Riding Expedition

5.0 (6)
13 days 12 nights
Canada
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Pierre F.
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Difficulty
Challenging
Comfort
Basic
Basic+
Weight limit

Join an extraordinary expedition to the Yukon, where untamed wilderness unfolds in breathtaking splendor. Discover glacier-carved valleys, vibrant alpine meadows, and ancient boreal forests cradled by the majestic Coastal Mountains. Ride through pristine rivers and sparkling lakes on an awe-inspiring 200 km journey, far from any road, reaching elevations of 1800 meters.

Experience the rhythm of nature as you follow the paths of wild moose, caribou, and wolves. Gather around crackling campfires, sharing stories under the vast Yukon sky. This horseback adventure, a journey out of time, will leave you with memories to cherish forever!

from
$3,626
$4,205
per tourist for 13 days
Departing from
Yukon, Erik Nielsen Whitehorse Airport
Available dates
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Number of individuals
Only in the Horse Tours Club
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Photo Pierre  F.
Pierre F. is the provider and guide of this trip
The provider speaks: English
Originally from Quebec, guide Pierre Fournier has lived in Yukon for the last 20 years. He runs horse expeditions in the summer months and dog-sledding in the winter time. Trained as a trapper, Pierre has developed a great knowledge of the land and animals, and is always enthusiastic to share these wilderness skills.

Tour highlights

Girl with a horse
Feel Connection with Nature
Sleep in tents or under the stars, gather by the campfire and explore local wilderness in all it`s beauty
Yukon landscapes
Enjoy Amazing Yukon Landscapes
This is a land rich with mountain vistas, wild rivers and clear lakes. The southern part of the Yukon is covered by coniferous boreal forest, mountains and a network of rivers and lakes.
Riders on their way
Reach New Destinations
You will have 10 expeditions, discover more than 5 stunning locations, learn some wilderness and upgrade horse- managing skills

Route details

Day 1
Welcome to the Yukon!

Arrive in Whitehorse and be transported to our comfortable guest ranch, where you will find cozy log cabins (accommodating 2-4 guests per cabin) awaiting your arrival. Meet our welcoming family, horses and crew, and enjoy a delicious meal together as you begin your Yukon experience.

Lodging: Wood cabins (2 to 4 per by cabin) 

Log cabin at the ranch
Log cabin at the ranch
Day 2
Take a Journey Back in Time
Day 3
Ranch - Bonneville Lakes Expedition (4h)
Day 4
Bonneville - Ibex Lake Expedition (6h)
Day 5
Ibex Lake - Rose Creek Expedition (6-7h)
Day 6
Rose Creek - Rose Lake Expedition (5h)
Day 7
Day to Enjoy Rose Lake
Day 8
Shore of Rose Lake Expedition (6h)
Day 9
Canoe Expedition
Day 10
Rose Lake - Mud Lake Expedition (6-7h)
Day 11
Mud Lake - Bonneville Expedition (6-7h)
Day 12
Bonneville - Ranch Expedition (3h)
Day 13
Departure Day
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Tour provider's comments

This trail requires riders to be comfortable navigating varied terrain at all paces and to be physically fit enough to spend long hours in the saddle. While the majority of the ride will be at a walking pace to accommodate pack horses and challenging terrain, this adventure is not suitable for children. Teenagers who are competent and confident riders may be considered if booked as part of a private group.

Type of terrain: Mountain, mud, river crossing, high plateau, forest.

Riding time: 4 to 7 hours per day. 

Horse Breed: A mix of quarter horse/ draft X, Yukon rustic horse, arab, fjord, halflinger. The horses are hardy and surefooted, fit for the mountains and rugged terrain and will reliably carry you on the trail. They range in height from 14.2hh to 16.2hh. On some of the steep ascents and descents it may be necessary to get off and lead the horses on foot.

Tack Type: Western 

NOTE: You will be responsible for the care of your own horse (saddling, grooming etc) and involved in learning the techniques of horse packing. Hard hats are mandatory.

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Accommodation

Comfort
Basic
Basic+
Cabin on the boat
3 nights
Tent
9 nights

Accomodation: single tent on trail / shared log cabin at the ranch. 

3 nights
2 to 4- man log cabins at the ranch

Your base camp at the ranch is small 2 to 4- man log cabins without electricity and running water at 1600m high in the boreal forest. Please note that sleeping arrangements in the cabins may be mixed sex. There is a communal short drop loo. Single cabins at the ranch are not available.

9 nights
2- man tents during the trail

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Group meeting place
Yukon, Erik Nielsen Whitehorse Airport
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You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on
  • the forecasts for this season
  • the statistics from previous years’ trips
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Tour conditions

Included

  • airport transfers from Whitehorse;
  • 10 riding days;
  • 12 nights accommodation;
  • full board (except 1 lunch & dinner in Whitehorse); 
  • instructions and English/ French speaking guide;
  • camping equipment (except sleeping bags and mats); 
  • pack horses; 
  • Western saddle and saddle bag;
  • horse equipment; 
  • first aid kit.

Extras

  • international flights to and from Canada; 
  • personal travel insurance (we encourage clients to obtain relevant travel insurance before joining the trip. Insurance is not obligatory, however, tourists will have to sign a waiver before a trip); 
  • 1 lunch & dinner in Whitehorse (lunch on day 2 and dinner on day 12);
  • alcoholic beverages;
  • riding helmet (mandatory);
  • sleeping bag and mat;
  • GST taxes (5%), gratuities and personal expenses.

Group size

up to 6 tourists

Duration

13 days
12 nights

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • Sleeping mat;
  • Sleeping bag (temperature rating between -5 to -10 C);      
  • Heavy duty waterproof jacket and pants;  
  • Boots (riding or hiking boots comfortable and waterproof);        
  • Another pair of comfortable shoe or slipper for the camp;        
  • Riding helmet (mandatory);
  • Hat for the sun;        
  • Warm wool hat;        
  • Light neck warmer (warm one for August and September);     
  • Warm waterproof riding gloves;     
  • Warm clothes (2x wool sweater or technical fleece or small down jacket);       
  • Technical thermal underwear (2x top and bottom);       
  • Riding pants and casual pants;      
  • T- shirt;       
  • Sunglasses;       
  • Pocket knife;        
  • Water bottle (one in metal can be used as hot water bottle at night);        
  • Thermos; 
  • Swimming suit and a small compact towel;        
  • Personal pharmacy kit (we do carry a complete first aid kit);
  • Wet ones, biodegradable shampoo and soap, sun cream, lip balm;       
  • Camera and headlamp with extra batteries or external battery;         
  • Book to read, writing notebook;         
  • Extra small dry bag to separate clean, dirty and small items in the saddle bag;        
  • You can bring your own seat saver if you wish.
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Tour reviews

5.0
Based on 6 reviews
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    Gill
    21 Aug, 2022
    about tour
    The horses were ideal for the job they did. They were all good natured. The approach to horse management is very different to what we do at home and the horses were a healthy and happy herd. They did seem to spend very long periods without eating but did not seem to suffer as a result and were in good condition. The riding was slow (never more than a walk) but through challenging country with spectacular views. The days were full with packing up in the morning, long days riding with 1-2 hour lunches and then making camp in the evening and helping with the chores. We definitely slept well!
    21 Aug, 2022
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    Sue
    21 Aug, 2022
    about tour
    The ride was in wilderness on a scale I couldn't have imagined. The terrain was steep, boggy or through quite dense brush at times. But the horses took you through it all and made it possible to spend all days without seeing another person who was not part of the group. Wide glacial valleys, high mountains, beautiful lakes, sub-alpine tundra and mixed boreal forest. Long days in the saddle, always at a walk (you couldn't go faster and no need!). An experience that will always live in my memory.
    21 Aug, 2022
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    Ingrid
    25 Jun, 2022
    about tour
    Excellent!
    25 Jun, 2022

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