See the Aurora Borealis in Whitehorse, Yukon - Book Your Northern Lights Experience on Varoom
You’ll be guided by a local with 14 years of experience in the Territory, hunting auroras from September through April on night scenic drives of up to 250 km per night; you’ll travel through temperatures ranging from 0 °C to −45 °C and spend evenings beneath nights full of stars and far from light pollution. In Whitehorse, Yukon, you’ll experience the unique winter silence alongside a hidden nighttime life most of us rarely notice, watching life continue as the Earth’s magnetism transforms into an explosion of colors when solar winds collide with the atmosphere. This is a deeply atmospheric, nature-focused experience-quiet, awe-inspiring, and tied to the traditions of northern Canada and communities around the Arctic Circle, where the aurora season is also a time of reunion with ancestors.
About this activity in Whitehorse
Highlights
- Join a local guide with 14 years of experience hunting the Northern Lights across the Yukon, increasing your chances of a memorable aurora sighting.
- Nighttime scenic drives of up to 250 km take you away from light pollution for clear, star-filled skies and immersive aurora viewing.
- Experience Arctic winter silence and the region’s living nightscape as solar winds collide with the atmosphere to create colorful auroral displays.
- Operates September through April when aurora activity is strongest here; expect temperatures from about 0°C down to -45°C for an authentic Yukon night adventure.
Important Information
- Snacks, hot drinks and astrophotography with professional equipment are included; consult booking details for any extra photo media costs.
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious cardiovascular conditions; the activity is otherwise suitable for all fitness levels.
- Alcohol and cannabis use are prohibited during the experience to ensure safety and the best viewing conditions.
- Guided night drives prioritize remote, dark locations around Whitehorse to maximize aurora visibility; dress for extreme cold and follow your guide’s safety briefings.
Meeting Point
Includes
- You’ll receive snacks and hot drinks to keep you warm during your outing in Whitehorse, Yukon and the surrounding area.
- Astrophotography is included using professional equipment operated by the activity team - ideal for capturing the night sky over this destination.
Excludes
- USB for your photos is not included; you can request it for an additional cost if you want a physical copy of your images.
Other
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers due to the nature of the activity and remote conditions in the region.
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health; consult your doctor before booking if you have concerns.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels - the experience is designed to be accessible across abilities in this destination.
- Alcohol consumption is prohibited during the activity to ensure safety and the best possible experience for everyone.
- The use of cannabis is prohibited during the activity to comply with safety and local guidelines here.
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