Northern lights

Nature is nature. And just like you cannot bank on a sunny day when you need one, the Northern Lights cannot be counted on. Plus, if they appeared everynight at the same time, it would kind of take away some of the magic. Part of th excitement and experience is the anticipation, and hunting for them come nightfall. It's at that moment that you're just about to head back to bed when the sky often lights up, encouraging you to stay up a little later to soak it all in. 

While it is possible to predict within a reasonable degree of certainty when the lights will be active based on solar activitiy, it is not a perfect science. Atmospheric and weather conditions and light coming off the moon often play a role as well. That's why we recommend a minimum three-night stay for your guests, to hopefully allow enough time for different conditions to line up and increase their odds. But even if the Northern Lights don't make an appearance, we guarantee the sea of stars in Yukon skies will still leave them looking at the sky long into nightfall. 

The best way to present the northern lights is as part of a complete and comprehensive winter experience package. It should include interesting daytime activities, unique accommodations, a hearty culinary scene and spectacular winter scenery. 

In the winter, travellers can try their hand at a myriad of quintessentially Canadian experiences. Mush their own team of sled dogs, speed across a frozen lake on a snowmobile, reel in something big while ice-fishing, or wander through the Boreal forest on snowshoes. At the end of the day, they can choose between a cozy cabin off-grid, or stylish digs on Whitehorse's Main Street and enjoy the amenities of city life. Throw in a few "only in the Yukon" winter festivals, and you will provide your clients with a spectacular Winter experience in the north. 

There are two options when it comes to where your clients can base their adventures out of. Option one is a comfortable downtown hotel in Whitehorse. Tour operators will pick them up and drive them to custom built viewing sites for a few hours until they (hopefully) see the lights. Here, they can warm up in heated tents or yurts and gather around a campfire. This option allows them the ability to enjoy the comforts and luxury of city life. 

Option two is a lodge or cabin stay. This choice is perfect for clients looking to get away from city noise and immerse themselves in Yukon wilderness. Accommodations range from rustic to luxurious, and can include daytime activities, gourmet meals, spa treatments and plenty of time to disconnect. Your clients will be spoiled for choice no matter what they choose based on their comfort levels. And if they want to view it from 36,000 feet on a B737 charging head first in whatever direction the Northern Lights are dancing? Well, we can arrange that too with Air North, Yukon's Airline. Contact the team to learn more.