Travel FAQ

That depends entirely on what your clients want to see and do while they are here. Summer, from early June to mid-August, is perfect for roadtrips, sightseeing, wildlife viewing and outdoor adventures. Late August and September brings autumn weather and colours, as well as the beginning of northern lights viewing. Winter, from November to April, is the time to see northern lights and enjoy winter activities like dog sledding, snowmobiling or ice fishing. Spring, from late April to late May, is a period of melting and thawing, while animals come out of hibernation after the long winter. 

Definitely not! But it can change many times in just one day - and even one afternoon! In summer, the temperature can be as warm as 30 degrees Celsius (80F) and the blazing sun shines around the clock. On average, it is usually anywhere from 15 to 25C (59 – 77F). During the winter, temperatures can drop to -35 Celsius (-22F). Typically, we see temperatures hover between -5 Celsius (23F) and -25 Celsius (-13F) throughout the winter. It's best to be prepared for cold temperatures no matter what, too many layers is better than not enough! Summers are shorter and cooler than in southern Canada, with the peak summer period being early-June to September. During the summer, the days are long with 20 or more hours of daylight. Winter sees shorter daylight time, but is made up for by beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Only the highest mountains in the Yukon have snow all year. In most of the territory, there's usually no snow on the ground between late April and late October.

The Yukon is a territory in Canada. Canada has three territories and ten provinces. The State of Alaska, in the USA, is our neighbour to the west. Travellers require a passport to cross between Canada and the USA. 

As of September 2024, there were just over 46, 200 people living in the Yukon.

The Yukon is known for its wilderness landscapes, wildlife and striking natural phenomena. It’s a land rich with dramatic mountain vistas, wild rivers and crystal clear lakes. Southern Yukon has vast forests as far as the eye can see, and in North Yukon the tundra seems to roll on forever.

The Yukon’s capital is Whitehorse, also known as the “Wilderness City.” It’s a lively, fun city where you can always find a friendly face, great places to eat and plenty of entertainment.

The easiest way to get to the Yukon is by air.  Connect to Whitehorse via Vancouver with multiple daily services on Air North or Air Canada year-round. WestJet also offers daily service in the summer season. Air North further connects Whitehorse with Calgary, Edmonton, Kelowna, Yellowknife, Toronto and Ottawa. 

Yes, there's still gold out there! It's just a matter of looking in the right place. Tour companies in Dawson City offer gold panning tours. More serious prospectors who want to try it on their own need to check with the Yukon Government about where you're permitted to pan for gold.

There are many unique museums and cultural centres in each community in the Yukon. 

Yukon Wild is a group of licensed, professional Yukon adventure travel companies offering guided, customized, and independent wilderness trips in the Yukon. 

Government of Yukon roadside campgrounds are located throughout the territory. They offer large, pristine sites with free firewood and basic outdoor toilet facilities. Yukon’s privately operated RV parks or campgrounds offer additional conveniences such as power, water, showers, laundromat, store, sani-dump and Internet. Information about Yukon Government Campgrounds are available any Visitor Information Centre.

We have a relaxed dress code known as 'Yukon formal'. Things are casual and comfortable here, with little need for formal attire beyond jeans and a nice shirt. 

Yes, as long as they're compatible with standard Canadian electrical voltage which is 110AC 60 cycles. Canadian plugs are either 2 pin flat pronged or 2 pin flat pronged with a round grounding prong. An adaptor will be needed for any electrical appliances that are not 110AC. 

Before travelling to the Yukon, guests should check with their cellular phone provider to ensure their coverage will not be interrupted during their stay. The Yukon has coverage in all of the communities, but not along the highways. Guests undertaking road travel should ensure they are well-prepared and equipped for a few hours with no cell signal while driving between communities. 

The Yukon is on Yukon Time (GMT-7). The Yukon does not participate in Daylight Savings.

Whitehorse has branches of Canada's five major banks, a Western Union and a First Nations Bank. Most Yukon communities have at least one automated teller machines (ATM). We encourage your clients to have cash on hand at all times just in case, as internet outages mean cash is the only method of payment in the territory. 

Most goods and services are subject to 5% national sales tax called the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The Yukon has no territorial or municipal taxes.

As in many other places in Canada, a tip is rarely included in hotel and restaurant bills in the Yukon, except occasionally for larger groups. Typical tips range from 10-20% of the total bill before tax. 

Smoking is prohibited indoors. This includes all international and domestic flights, airport terminals, public transport, stores, restaurants, bars, cafes and office buildings. 

No vaccinations are required to enter the Yukon. 

Hospital facilities are located in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. All other communities are served by smaller health centres with nurses. Travallers should carry suitable medical insurance. 911 services are available for Whitehorse and Dawson CIty. 

Yes - the Yukon is a dream fishing destination for enthusiasts! Fishing licenses are available for purchase online, or in person at the Department of Environment or a licensed vendor.