Top Yukon Northern Lights in 2026

Whitehorse, in Canada’s Yukon Territory, is one of the best places in the world to see the dramatic northern lights in the winter. But even so, finding the perfect viewing spot takes skill and a bit of luck. Don’t leave anything to chance by joining a guided 3-day tour. The guide takes you on two different aurora-viewing trips, for a good chance of seeing the colorful lights.

Experience the wildness of the Yukon at a small lodge with sled dogs on site. Spend two nights gazing up at the stars (potentially catching a glimpse of the Northern Lights) and spend your days helping to exercise the dogs and visiting the Yukon Wildlife Preserve. The lodge holds a maximum of eight guests so this experience offers a personal feel.

Enjoy a magical winter escape to Whitehorse, Yukon, and experience the beauty of Canada’s North with ease and flexibility. This 4-day Aurora getaway includes round-trip flights from Vancouver to Whitehorse, as well as comfortable hotel accommodation, making your journey smooth and hassle-free. One of the highlights of this trip is the nightly Aurora viewing experience, giving you multiple opportunities to witness the breathtaking Northern Lights dancing across the Yukon sky. During the daytime, you’ll have free time to relax or explore at your own pace, along with a Whitehorse city sightseeing tour to discover the charm, culture, and unique atmosphere of this northern town. Perfect for travelers seeking a balance of comfort, flexibility, and unforgettable Aurora experiences, this package is an ideal winter getaway for anyone dreaming of seeing the Northern Lights.

Begin your Yukon adventure stress-free with hotel pickup via our climate-controlled Executive Shuttle. Trek through snow-blanketed trails on a guided snowshoe journey in Whitehorse, then enjoy a scenic 52-minute drive to Carcross. Explore Northern Canada’s largest Wildlife Museum with life-like taxidermy—from mammoths to the world’s largest mounted polar bear. In the evening, an unforgettable aurora viewing, Romance Under the Aurora, in a semi-private heated dome watch the northern lights dazzle in green, pink, and violet waves. End your night with a comfortable hotel drop-off. For extra excitement, opt for a thrilling 15-minute dog sled ride with real Yukon Quest sled dogs ($75 CAD + GST, onsite availability).

On this tour, you’ll discover scenic Whitehorse, the Yukon’s capital; surrounded by endless mountains. On successive evenings, you’ll travel outside the city centre, far enough from the city lights to an idyllic Northern Lights viewing location, the AuroraCentre. The evenings will feature relaxing Northern Lights viewing beside a cozy wood stove or roaring campfire, the perfect way to enjoy your relaxed vacation. You will visit the Wildlife Preserve where you’ll have the opportunity to view and photograph wildlife in its natural habitat. Dalls sheep, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, mule deer, wapiti (elk), woodland caribou, wood bison, musk-ox, moose, arctic fox and even lynx can all be seen on this tour. It's a photographer's and naturalist's dream to see Yukon's wildlife up close and you will be in the front-row to learn about wildlife living year-round in the True North. On free days you can choose from optional winter sightseeing, shopping and touring in and around the capital.