Emerald Lake + Carcross Desert Excursion

Let yourself be captured by the landscapes of Yukon on this trip to the Emerald Lake and the Carcross Desert, where we'll also learn about the history of the gold rush. Don't miss this unforgettable tour in northern Canada!

Description

At the scheduled time, we'll collect you from your hotel in Whitehorse to begin this tour of one of the most fascinating places in the Yukon region in the northeast of Canada.

Our first stop will be at Emerald Lake, named for its famous green colour. We will learn about the reasons behind its incredible colours while strolling along its banks, where a short break will include a snack and a drink.

Next, we will proceed to the Carcross Desert, the smallest desert in the world, to explore its sand dunes. The presence of such an arid area in one of Canada’s most northernly points will be explained during the tour.

Adjacent to the desert is the Caribou Crossing Wildlife Museum, where we will see taxidermy animals and learn about Yukon's native wildlife. The museum also features reconstructions of prehistoric species, including the woolly mammoth.

After the museum visit, our tour will continue in the town of Carcross, where we will explore the gold rush that occurred between the end of the 19th century and the start of the 20th century. We will hear fascinating stories from this period.

Finally, we will return to the hotels in Whitehorse, concluding this tour after a duration of 5.5 hours.