Cruises
Yukon
River Safari
2010 Preview
(page photo
credits to Richard Hartmier)
One
of last epic journeys of Canada’s North has now
been revived in true Safari style. Few rivers
conjure the excitement of a bygone era quite the
same as The Yukon River. Here at the turn of
last century steamboats plied between Whitehorse
and Dawson City carrying passengers and freight
to the goldfields, returning with pure gold.
With no roads and only a rail link to Skagway,
the ‘mighty’ Yukon River as it was known, was
the lifeline through the fledgling territory.
Today times have changed but the river remains
much the same, popular with canoe adventurers
where the journey takes almost two weeks to
complete.
Now in 2008 The Yukon River
Safari has opened a whole new way to travel this
epic river route in comfort and style through
the heart of the Yukon Territory. A unique
combination of power boat cruising, seaplane
flights and the most comfortable accommodation
ever seen on the Yukon river blend to make this
a journey of a lifetime.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Whitehorse - Seaplane safari flight to Upper
Laberge Lodge
On arrival you are transferred to city centre
for a private tour of National Historic Site,
“S.S. Klondike” . This classic steamboat once
operated regular passenger service between
Whitehorse and Dawson City – the same route that
you will experience. Introduction outlines the
Yukon’s gold rush history and importance of the
Yukon River. This afternoon
you board a seaplane for the scenic 15-minute
flight over the Yukon River; overnight at ‘Upper
Laberge Lodge’.
Day 2: Upper Laberge
Lodge
Guests have a full day to explore the Lake
Laberge area. Choose from a leisurely walk
through the Ta’an village, a more challenging
hike and mountain bike ride to the ridges above.
Additional activities include bird watching,
fishing and kayaking. Overnight: Upper Laberge
Lodge’
Day 3: Upper Laberge
Lodge to Homestead Lodge
Travel by riverboat across Lake Laberge and
journey down the picturesque “Thirty Mile”
section of the Yukon River. At Steamboat Island,
a waiting seaplane takes you on a one-hour
safari flight to Homestead Lodge.
Day
4: Homestead Lodge
After breakfast, guests make the short boat trip
across the river to Fort Selkirk, a designated
Yukon historic site. After exploring the
buildings and area during the day you return to
Homestead Lodge for the night.
Day 5: Homestead
Lodge to Wilderness Outpost
Aboard the riverboat you journey a truly wild
section of the Yukon River, where opportunities
abound for wildlife viewing. Here guests at the
Wilderness Outpost “rough it” in African style,
comfortable, en suite tents.
Day 6: Wilderness
Outpost to Dawson City
Enjoy the final day on the water as the great
river sweeps you past the
historic
Klondike Gold fields as it flows north to Dawson
City. Upon disembarking you are welcomed at the
hotel accommodation in the heart of town.
Day 7: Dawson City
Departure
This morning is the conclusion of the River
Safari; you may return by scheduled airline to
Whitehorse or have the option to stay longer.
Great River Journey Highlights
- Travel 600
kms through the heart of the Yukon
Wilderness aboard a riverboat with a pilot
and an experienced local guide.
- Frequent
landings are made to view wildlife, explore
the wilderness, visit historical and
geological sites.
- Overnight in
small, private, remotely situated lodge
facilities.
- Fine cuisine
featuring local ingredients and traditional
foods served throughout the journey.
2010
Patrons Tour Prices
Great River Journey is
operating from June into
September. Contact us for availability..
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Price per person |
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7 day /
6 nights |
$6495 |
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Prices are per
person based on double occupancy and
in CDN Dollars. Note: a
5% Gratuity will be added to
invoicing as an additional
charge.
Trip
insurance is highly recommended.
GST not included. |

Package
Includes
Lodge accommodation
and meals, transportation via river boat with
pilot & local guide, charter flights per
itinerary, group equipment (canoes, kayaks,
fishing gear) and guide services.
Package
Does Not Include
Alcoholic beverages. Fishing
license (optional). Transfers to and from
Whitehorse. GST,
Transportation out of Dawson City. Trip
Cancellation Insurance.
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