Au paradis du canotage

Les 70 rivières sauvages du Yukon sont toutes très différentes les unes des autres, chacune sise au milieu de paysages d’une beauté incomparable ayant leurs propres caractéristiques géologiques et historiques et servant d’habitat à une faune diversifiée. En les parcourant en canot ou en kayak, vous découvrirez cependant qu’elles ont certaines caractéristiques communes – des eaux cristallines et un environnement où la nature règne à son état le plus pur.
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Avec ses quatre rivières faisant partie du Réseau des rivières du patrimoine canadien et ses douzaines de cours d’eau figurant en tête de liste des connaisseurs, le Yukon est le paradis des canoéistes.
Nature sauvage, paysages grandioses, histoire, culture et aventure se conjuguent pour faire de toute excursion en canot sur les cours d’eau du Yukon une expérience mémorable. Ceux qui recherchent un parcours peu exigeant, offrant quantité d’occasions de se laisser porter tranquillement par le courant, mais comportant juste ce qu’il faut de rapides pour se garder éveillés, trouveront les rivières Teslin et Big Salmon à leur goût, surtout s’ils aiment pêcher.
Ceux qui veulent plus d’action choisiront les rivières Snake, Bonnet Plume et Wind qui sillonnent une des régions les plus sauvages d’Amérique du Nord. Mais le choix ne s’arrête pas là : les rivières Macmillan, Beaver, Wolf, Hess, Takhini, Liard et Pelly sont autant d’autres destinations pour les passionnés de canot en eaux vives. Si vous êtes un adepte du kayak de rivière, votre plus grand dilemme sera de décider sur quel cours d’eau amorcer votre aventure yukonnaise, tant le choix est vaste – et dans la plupart des endroits, vous aurez la rivière pour vous seul. Mais quelle que soit la rivière pour laquelle vous opterez – entre la Tutshi l’enjouée, la Tatshenshini avec ses rapides de classe internationale, ou l’Alsek au cœur du parc national Kluane, un parcours tumultueux populaire auprès des kayakistes chevronnés pour ses rapides de classe IV en succession – vous n’en reviendrez pas de la beauté des paysages qu’il vous est donné d’admirer entre deux bouillons, possiblement les plus saisissants que vous ayez jamais vus.
Ceux qui préfèrent le canotage en eau calme ne seront pas en reste : de petites merveilles naturelles les attendent au détour, dont les lacs Kathleen, Fox, Tagish, Five Mile, Frances, Frenchman et Chapman pour n’en nommer que quelques-unes.
Au paradis du canotage Operators:
View All OperatorsKanoe People Ltd.
We offer ½, full day or multi-day river trips, on your own or fully guided. With more than 35 years of experience we can make your wilderness holiday happen. Family operated, great paddling shop, canoe & kayak sales and rentals.
We are easily found on the river in downtown Whitehorse. We can accommodate singles, doubles and larger groups with our great selection of canoes, kayaks and the great Voyageur canoes that hold up to ten persons. Ground transportation is provided. We operate a number of fully guided canoe trips throughout the summer months.
Let us outfit you for an extended wilderness adventure. We have one-way rentals of canoes, kayaks, camping and paddling gear that can make it all happen. We are expert at planning and outfitting you for an adventure trip anywhere in the Yukon. Wilderness cabin holidays on Lake Laberge also available at Foxbayretreat.com
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Cathers Wilderness Adventures
Cathers Wilderness Adventures is a two-generation family business offering year-round wilderness experiences.
In winter, we welcome guests for dog sledding. In summer, we offer cabin-based stays (with guided day activities) at our wilderness home on Lake Laberge, as well as camping trips: hiking and backpacking supported by pack dogs, and canoe or boat camping along the historic Yukon River.
Located 30 miles (50 km) north of Whitehorse, there is no road to our shore of the lake. Access to our home and cabins is by dog team or snow machine in winter and by boat or canoe in summer. Our trips focus on small groups or individuals and are personally guided by our family. Our experience includes 30 years living year-round in this spectacular location, guiding since the mid-1970’s, and thousands of miles of travel in the Yukon wilderness - camping, guiding, sled dog racing, and hauling supplies to our home.
We customize trips for individual interests and abilities. Scheduled trips are also available. From 1 day to 1 month stays or longer, feel at home in the wilderness.
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Cedar and Canvas Adventures
Since 1995, Cedar and Canvas Adventures has been delivering Yukon wilderness vacations that focus on the natural cycles and habits of wildlife and flora. From the awakening of bears in early May to the burst of alpine flowers in July to the moose rut and Aurora Borealis of late September, we optimize your wildlife viewing opportunities by understanding and following these natural patterns.
River trips run 6 to 16 days, utilizing paddle and/or freighter canoes of the vintage wood-and-canvas Chestnut designs. Choose from five northern rivers – Yukon, Teslin, Big Salmon, Pelly and Wind. Enjoy comfortable camps, light to moderate hiking opportunities and campfire meals that are superb!
Our alpine treks up to 2000 meters (7000’) are 5 to 6 days in length with lots of wild flowers and wild sheep! Fishing/camping vacations include lake trout, northern pike and Arctic grayling.
With a combined 57 years of living in the North, Clayton and Nansi are steeped and well-seasoned in the ways of wilderness travel and wildlife interpretation. Our goal is to provide you a first class wilderness experience.
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Boréale Explorers
We specialize in memorable day trips and short vacations in the Yukon. From cranberry picking to mountain biking, canoeing to live music, our trips are tailored to introduce you to our beautiful home and lifestyle.
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Nature Tours of Yukon
"The magic of the northern lights, the vast wilderness, the mountains, the wildlife, the campfires and the people we met… It changed our lives forever.” This is what we do best: We help you to go off the beaten path and make unforgettable memories.
Nature Tours of Yukon offers all inclusive ‐no hassle‐ packages (guided or self‐guided) as well as custom crafted vacations and expeditions in summer and winter.
What would it be like, hiking up to the Chilkoot Pass and seeing the relics of the Klondike Gold Rush?
How would you feel, when you cross the Arctic Circle on a crisp, sunny winter’s day?
Picture yourself sitting at the campfire under the Northern Lights roasting marshmallows, contemplating
the great day you had dog sledding in winter wonderland...
Discover a new, exciting experience around every corner. Give us a call; your Yukon adventure awaits!
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Castlerock Canoe
We provide logistics for single day and multi-day canoe trips. Yukon's expert on knowledge of rivers in central and northern Yukon. Specializing in Klondike river adventures.
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Taiga Journeys
Did you ever dream of paddling a remote river in untouched wilderness? Or hike where only few humans have been before you? We invite you to explore the fascinating land of the Yukon Territory. Come and paddle a pristine northern river, join us for a hike in the Coast Mountain Range or in one of the great Parks
A trip with Taiga Journeys gives you the opportunity to connect with nature and to make your trip a journey into your mind. Time is free for inspiration and reflection on things that truly matter to you. A Taiga Journey rejuvenates and nourishes your spirit. It is traveling in a respectful way, keeping the footprint as small as possible. Our local guides share with you their knowledge and you will feel their passion of the land.
You can also rent a cozy log cabin on a secluded lake where you can experience remoteness on your own. You may enjoy this little paradise for paddling, angling and the undisturbed nature also invites for photography and short hikes.
Should you have limited time, we can take you on day hikes around Whitehorse or bird watching at a nearby marsh. In the shoulder season and during winter we offer a variety of nature encounter tours.
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Spirit of the North Guides
Professionally wilderness tours by canoe, kayak and boat. Guided sport fishing for trophy lake trout; northern pike and Arctic grayling.
Located on the Marge of Lake Laberge 40 minutes from Whitehorse - our 26th year.
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Yukan Canoe
Yukon's canoe-instructing experts: 15 years experience on flat and moving water, beginner to advanced, all equipment including drysuits. Fun and safe learning environment. Home of Lapie River Extravaganza.
Yukon’s paddle instruction experts: 16 years experience on flat and moving water, beginner to advanced, all equipment including drysuits. Fun and safe learning environment. Home of Lapie River Extravaganza.
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Adventure Tours Yukon Wild Ltd.
Where roads end... guided canoe and multi adventure trips in small groups from relaxed to more challenging. Canoe and equipment rentals, transfer service, friendly support and info. We rent cabins too.
Yukon Wild Adventure Tours are based on the idea of taking you places far from the ordinary. The spectacular settings of the Yukon are a gift. With our professional Yukon guides we want to add our knowledge to complete your experience. Our mission is to teach skills in the canoe to give you confidence exploring new horizons, create a safe environment, point out local history and culture, and make you feel comfortable all day.
You can choose from multi adventure trips combining canoeing, hiking, horseback rides and mountain biking. Our favourite northern rivers like Wind , Snake and Blackstone are all trips of a lifetime.
For your self guided tour we provide you with our first hand experience on most rivers throughout the Yukon and answer all your questions to get you prepared. We follow an environmental friendly approach, in the woods and at home. Check out our cabin based winter activities and northern lights watching.
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