Situated in northwest Canada beside Alaska, the Yukon is one of North America's last great undiscovered destinations, home to Mount Logan, the planet's largest non polar icefields and vast untouched wilderness. New for 2026, travellers can enjoy an exciting lineup of wilderness experiences, from Up North Adventures' private off grid island retreat and Yukon Wide Adventures' bundled winter aurora packages to premium aurora domes, ice fishing on frozen Lake Laberge and luxury viewing at Epic North's new Aurora Lounge. Adventure lovers can explore remote northern highways by motorcycle, join small group hiking and cultural tours, experience northern lights by snowmobile or unwind in Indigenous owned wellness retreats with glass fronted aurora capsules. With new lodges, new operators and expanded winter and summer programmes, the Yukon is offering more ways than ever to experience its wild beauty.

Up North Adventures Launches Off Grid Aurora Island Adventure Retreat
Just north of Whitehorse on the quiet shores of 10 Mile Lake, Aurora Island Adventure Retreat offers an intimate three day, two night escape accessible only by private charter flight. Guests arrive by scenic air transfer, landing on the frozen lake beside their private island cabin for a true off grid immersion. Days feature snowshoeing through silent boreal forest, lakeside sauna sessions, ice fishing and snowmobiling along parts of the historic Yukon Quest trail. Evenings bring fireside meals and uninterrupted views of the northern lights dancing across the frozen landscape. A dedicated Experience Director handles every detail to ensure a seamless and rejuvenating stay. This exclusive retreat is ideal for small groups, incentive travellers or couples seeking winter magic and quiet luxury.
https://upnorthadventures.com/aurora-island/

Yusquatch Adventures Introduces Ice Climbing and Northern Lights Experiences
Yusquatch Mountain Adventures specialises in small group wilderness experiences based in Whitehorse. Summer programmes include full and half day hikes around Whitehorse, Kluane and Carcross. In winter, the company partners with Equinox Adventure to offer an Ice Climb, Fondue and Northern Lights by Snowmobile experience. Guests begin with an ice climb on the Mount Sima Ice Tower before enjoying wild meat fondue in a heated tent. The tour continues into the backcountry for aurora viewing by snowmobile. These adventures highlight the region's rugged landscapes and northern character.
 www.yusquatchadventures.com

Discover Indigenous Wellness and Storytelling with Amber Berard Althouse
Amber Berard Althouse is a Tlingit woman from Kluane First Nation who has spent more than a decade sharing Indigenous culture through storytelling and interpretation. Her programmes explore Yukon First Nations history, traditional medicinal plant knowledge and wellness practices rooted in the land. Guests can participate in workshops designed to build understanding and connection. Amber's experiences honour ancestral knowledge and support cultural preservation. Each offering encourages visitors to learn with respect and openness. https://thelandheals.ca/

Air North's Aurora 360 Flight Returns for 2026 with Northern Lights Resort and Spa                             

Air North's legendary Aurora 360 Flight returns in 2026, with Northern Lights Resort and Spa offering two exclusive Aurora360 Arctic Discovery packages from 8–13 October and 10–15 October 2026. These five-night luxury adventures include round-trip Air North flights from Vancouver to Whitehorse, seamless airport transfers, gourmet daily meals, and premium stays split between Hyatt Place Whitehorse and Northern Lights Resort & Spa. Guests will enjoy nightly guided Aurora viewing with professional photos, curated excursions through the Southern Lakes region, Kluane National Park, the Yukon Wildlife Preserve, and Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs. The highlight is the extraordinary Aurora360 flight aboard a chartered Boeing 737 to the Arctic Circle, offering guaranteed window seats for every guest to witness the Northern Lights from the sky. Packages start from £5078 per person.

Yukon Wide Adventures Announces Its Winter Northern Lights Plus Bundled Packages
Yukon Wide Adventures has introduced its Winter Northern Lights Plus Packages for 2026, combining nightly aurora viewing with iconic Yukon winter adventures. The purpose built aurora facility, located just 30 minutes from Whitehorse, offers a heated 3,000 square foot building, modern amenities and a wraparound deck designed for photography. Packages range from two to five nights and include downtown hotel accommodation, nightly guided aurora tours and curated daytime outings. Activities include dog sledding with elite Iditarod and Yukon Quest huskies, snowmobiling, ice fishing, wildlife viewing and relaxation at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs. All activities can also be booked separately, allowing partners to create tailored itineraries. With guidance from owner Aaron Peck, plus upgrade options like winter gear rental and Hyatt Place stays, these packages combine comfort, adventure and flexibility.
https://yukonwide.com/

Explore Canada's Northern Wilderness on Two Wheels with Arctic Motorcycle Adventures
Arctic Motorcycle Adventures offers guided summer tours for experienced riders across the Yukon and Northwest Territories. Multi day expeditions explore remote northern highways including the Dempster Highway and the Inuvik Tuktoyaktuk Highway, which reaches the Arctic Ocean. Expert local guides lead the tours with well maintained adventure motorcycles and full logistical support. Packages include flights from western Canada, accommodation, fuel, meals and a support vehicle for larger groups. Riders experience boreal forest, Arctic tundra, midnight sun and sweeping mountain landscapes. Founded by veteran rider Sean O'Donnell, the company focuses on authentic and respectful wilderness exploration. https://www.arcticmotorcycleadventures.com/

Wolf Lake Wilderness Lodge Showcases Its New Lodge Building
Wolf Lake Wilderness Lodge has long been a favourite among anglers seeking trophy fishing and northern serenity, and its newly completed main lodge elevates the guest experience. Located 100 air miles east of Whitehorse and accessible only by floatplane, the lodge blends untouched wilderness with exceptional guest comfort. The new timber framed lodge and four private lakefront cabins create inviting spaces for relaxation and connection. Guests enjoy hearty home cooked meals, thoughtful touches and outstanding fly in fishing for lake trout, Arctic grayling and northern pike. A screened gazebo offers a social space for long summer evenings. The 2026 season operates from mid June to late August, with early booking recommended. https://www.wolflake.ca/

Wild Adventure Yukon Launches Premium Winter Aurora Experience
Wild Adventure Yukon introduces its Winter Program 2025, a six hour aurora viewing experience operating from November 1 to March 15. The program offers two pricing tiers: a premium Romance Under the Aurora option featuring heated domes and gourmet treats, and a standard Gateway to the Light option with outdoor fire pit seating. Guests begin with a guided snowshoe trek in Whitehorse before continuing to Carcross for scenic mountain views. The program includes entry to Northern Canada's largest wildlife museum featuring Ice Age exhibits and the world's largest polar bear. The night concludes with aurora viewing at the guest's chosen tier, with an optional short dog sledding experience with Yukon Quest dogs available on site. https://www.wildadventureyukon.ca/

Epic North Elevates Winter Viewing with Its New Aurora Lounge
Epic North offers premium aurora viewing from its newly constructed Aurora Lounge just outside Whitehorse. The purpose built luxury cabin provides comfortable indoor seating designed for optimal northern lights viewing. Heated and insulated washrooms add convenience throughout the evening. The lounge accommodates up to 24 guests, making it suitable for small groups or exclusive bookings. Expert guides share regional insights and photography tips during each experience. The facility blends modern comfort with an authentic northern atmosphere. https://epic-north.com

Aurora and Ice Fishing on Lake Laberge with North Country Outdoor Adventures
North Country Outdoor Adventures offers a unique aurora and ice fishing experience on frozen Lake Laberge, about 40 minutes from Whitehorse. Guests spend the evening fishing for burbot and lake trout while keeping warm inside an insulated ice hut with a propane heater. Hot drinks, a light dinner featuring fresh catch and local snacks are included. All equipment is provided, including auger, rods, bait and lures. When conditions permit, campfires can be enjoyed on the ice or along sheltered shoreline spots. Hotel pickup and drop off from Whitehorse is included for all groups. https://northcountryyukon.ca/

Northern Nomad Expands Its Cultural and Wellness Focused Northern Experiences
Northern Nomad is an Indigenous owned eco tourism company led by Candace Dow and based in Whitehorse. Winter stays feature uniquely designed aurora capsules named in Cree and positioned for unobstructed sky viewing. Each capsule includes a king sized bed and a bubble window facing the mountains and northern lights. Guests can add wellness activities such as yoga, night skiing or snowshoeing with horses. Summer experiences include a Glacier Flow yoga and ski adventure in Kluane National Park and the Cassiar Cleanse horseback journey through Kaska Dena territory. Programmes focus on cultural connection, personal wellness and land based learning.
https://www.northernnomadoutdoors.com/

New Guided Yukon Experiences with Yukon Roots Adventure Co.
Yukon Roots Adventure Co. was founded in 2024 by Nicole Nielsen and Reuben Nielsen, lifelong Yukoners and Champagne and Aishihik First Nations citizens. The company offers guided hiking, boating, fishing and sightseeing tours around Whitehorse, Carcross and Haines Junction. Each experience incorporates Indigenous knowledge and local storytelling to connect visitors with the land. Tours highlight regional culture, natural beauty and the everyday rhythms of life in the Yukon. Groups remain intentionally small to maintain personal and meaningful engagement. https://yukonroots.com/

Terre Boreale Launches New Sustainable Winter Wilderness Experiences
Terre Boreale is the Yukon's first accredited B Corp tour operator and is Rainbow Registered, emphasising sustainability and inclusivity. Owners Milena and Max specialise in small group journeys with six guests or fewer to minimise environmental impact. Their culinary offering focuses on local and organic ingredients with a zero waste philosophy. Private groups can book a five day Winter Escape in February that includes three nights at a fly in remote lodge near Big Salmon Lake, full catering and guided winter activities. Terre Boreale creates deeply immersive itineraries led by nature and shaped by authentic wilderness connection. https://terreboreale.com/

About Yukon
Tucked into Canada's far Northwest beside Alaska, the Yukon is the country's most accessible northern destination. It is home to Mount Logan, Canada's highest peak, and the world's largest non polar icefields in Kluane National Park. Nearly 80 percent of the territory remains untouched wilderness, creating vast landscapes rich with wildlife. The Yukon covers an area roughly the size of Spain yet has only 46,000 residents, alongside 220,000 caribou, 70,000 moose and thousands of bears and mountain sheep. The region offers unparalleled access to nature, culture and northern adventure.

Getting to the Yukon: Air Access

Reaching the Yukon is easy thanks to convenient air links from major Canadian hubs. Air North, The Yukon's Airline, offers year-round jet service from Whitehorse to Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna and Edmonton, plus seasonal routes to Toronto and Ottawa via Yellowknife, as well as northern connections to Dawson City, Old Crow and Inuvik. Air Canada operates daily flights to Whitehorse from London via Vancouver. WestJet provides seasonal service from London to Whitehorse via Calgary (overnight in Calgary required) from June to early September.

For further information on the Yukon, visit www.travelyukon.com