Whitehorse
We are meeting in the afternoon for trip preparation and a visit to the Beringia Interpretive Center. Here you'll get an insight into our heritage as we introduce you to the rich history of the region. Overnight in your downtown hotel.
Day 2:
Haines Junction
We will meet in the morning and leave the city westwards on the Alaska Highway. After a drive of 2 hours we will arrive in Haines Junction where we will spend the afternoon visiting the National Park Center and head out for an interpretive two hour hike along the Dezadeash River. We will overnight in cozy and comfortable cabins in Haines Junction.
Day 3 to 4:
Day hikes out of Haines Junction
We are heading out for day hikes (4-6 hours) based out of Haines Junction. We will have time to explore, observe and study nature. In addition, on one afternoon we will visit Klukshu village, a traditional First Nation fishing village, and learn about their cultural heritage. Optional sight seeing flights out of Haines Junction over the St. Elias Mountains and their extensive ice fields are possible.
Day 5:
Day hike in the Tatshenshini – Alsek Park
Today we are heading to the Haines summit for a day hike in the alpine and overlooking the Samuel Glacier. Hiking time 5 hours. We will spend another night in our cabins in Haines Junction.
Day 6:
Explore around Kluane Lake
We will drive north to explore the northern part of the National Park. Here we start a full day hike (6 hours) into spectacular mountains. A highlight of the trip! We will spend the next three nights in a cozy outpost at Kluane Lake.
Day 7:
Sheep Mountain
Sheep Mountain - home of a large population of Dall sheep - is the destination for today. Hiking time 6-8 hours. Upon our return we will visit Sheep Mountain Center on Kluane Lake. One more night on Kluane Lake.
Day 8:
Visit a Musher
Visit a dog kennel and meet a musher and his sled dogs. After, we will leave the Park and return to Whitehorse. Overnight in downtown hotel.
Day 9:
Whitehorse
We bring you to your flight home or you continue your own journey.
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