Custom Rivers Chart > The Yukon River
Distance (Km) |
Days |
Class |
Float Plane (Y/N) |
Route Using Synthetic Canoes |
Price (Days) |
318 km
|
8-10
|
class I
|
No
|
Whitehorse to Carmacks |
$1270 ( 8 days)
|
416 km |
8-10 |
class I
|
No |
Carmacks to Dawson City |
$1425 ( 8 days ) |
734 km |
15-20 |
class I |
No |
Whitehorse to Dawson CIty |
$2695 ( 15 days ) |
Distance (Km) |
Days |
Class |
Float Plane (Y/N) |
Route Using Cedar Canoes |
Price (Days) |
318 km
|
8-10
|
class I
|
No
|
Whitehorse to Carmacks |
$1495 ( 8 days)
|
416 km |
8-10 |
class I
|
No |
Carmacks to Dawson City |
$1500 ( 8 days ) |
734 km |
15-20 |
class I |
No |
Whitehorse to Dawson CIty |
$2995 ( 15 days ) |
Yukon River Attributes:
- Can be paddled in two mains sections, each of which is 7-10 days
- Is the most historical river in the Yukon with the greatest amount of artifacts
- Appropriate for all ability levels ( no white water or portages)
- Can be combined with a visit to the scenic and historic Dawson City
- Lake Labarge has the potential for big waves if your start from Whitehorse
- You will encounter some motor boat activity on this large, relatively deep river
- Has the least amount of mountain scenery, due to being located in the broad Yukon River Valley, however several locations allow for excellent hikes on to grassy ridges that border the river
- Ideal river for families to use a stable voyageur canoe. Follow this link to see our guided and self-guided voyageur canoe trips
The Yukon River is an ideal Choice For:
- People who are looking for a non-technical river trips which offers wilderness camping and lots of history to explore
- People travelling with children or older family members
