Why Go Dog Sledding In The Yukon?

The pristine wilderness of Canada's Yukon Territory in the North-Western region of Canada is a delight to behold and what better way to experience it than on the ground travelling by dog sled.

Imagine driving your own team of well trained Husky down ancient trails over deep soft blankets of snow, through silent forests and across frozen lakes; to glide alongside winding creeks as you cross the paths of wild Caribou, Moose and Wolf Packs.

It sounds idyllic doesn't it?

There is nothing so exhilarating as the nip of the Yukon air on the cheek as your sled speeds along with the bright winter sun in your eyes and the majestic Anvil Mountains at your back.

The Yukon Territory is sparsely populated, with only about 30,000 inhabitants in an area almost as large as Spain or Sweden. You can literally go for weeks without seeing or hearing another human being.

Dog Sledding in the Yukon is sure to provide you with an authentic and most memorable winter adventure.

But there's even more to this experience than the view and the peace and quiet.

Dog Mushing Is A Sporty Activity

On many parts of the trail you can just sit back and enjoy the scenery. But there are more challenging sections and this is much of the fun. Mushing a team on some wilderness trails can require balancing your sled in curves and using the break. Drifts caused by wind can cover the trail and you will have to help your dog team through pockets of deep snow.

Dog sleds have been utilized for hunting and travelling for hundreds of years, as far back as the tenth century and you will be mushing a sturdy sled in the traditional way on real wilderness trails.

Camping In The Yukon Wilderness

To get the best from a dog sledding trip in the Yukon you must be sure to camp in the wild. It's not the same to go out for a day and return to a cabin in the evening. Camping in the wild with the husky pack is a huge part of any dog sledding trip to the Yukon.

If you don't camp in the wilderness you won't get to experience the full thrill of adventure and the true joy of what it is to take a real dog mushing trip in the Yukon wilderness.

The Wonder Of The Aurora Borealis

Camping will also allow you to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Aurora Borealis. One of natures most awe inspiring natural wonders. The Aurora is usually seen in the night sky from October to April. The Northern Territories of Canada, in particular the Faro area in the Yukon where we are based, are one of the best places on earth to experience this spectacular phenomenon.

Experiencing the fantastical color shifting light show of the Aurora in the evenings in the silent still of the Canadian wilds is one huge bonus to your dog sledding trip. A trip that truly is one of a kind.

Here is what some of our guests wrote :

" Everyone should try dogsledding at least once. It was the best holiday of my life."

Heather F., Hong-Kong

" This dogsledding tour was absolutely fantastic ! Unique pristine wilderness, life and work with the dogs, good food, peaceful hours..."

Manuela K., Switzerland

" It was an amazing trip... seemed like a dream. The scenery was fabulous and the dogs were just beautiful "

Alex B., Canada