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Those looking for an adventure will find it in the Yukon. Rugged, unspoilt and 80% wilderness, this remote part of Canada will make lockdown feel like a distant memory
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The discovery of Klondike gold in 1896 began a stampede of more than 100,000 prospectors. There’s still gold here, but today it’s the captivating history that draws visitors to the historic Dawson City and surrounding Gold Rush area. Visitors will find many ways to experience the fascinating Klondike Gold Rush heritage, including panning for gold at Free Claim #6 and touring Dredge No. 4.
historic dawson city tells the story of the gold rush
Thrilling winter activities Winter is the longest season in the Yukon, spanning five months from November until the end a ur of March, and there’s ro ra yu plenty of adventures to be had both during the day and under the spell of the Northern Lights. New for 2022 are one-day and multi-day heli-skiing wil dli fe i packages, available n yu to book with Yukon Heli Ski. The company offers remote skiing locations combined with cosy, rustic accommodation options. Prices start from $1500 for a full day trip. yukonheliski.com n ko
Yukon Gold Rush
What’s more, in 2022 the Yukon is gearing up to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Yukon Gold Rush in 2023.
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he Yukon has been patiently waiting to welcome British visitors back to the wilderness. The territory is one of North America’s most undiscovered destinations with 5,000-metre peaks, forested valleys, unspoiled waters and untamed wildlife. Roughly the size of Spain at just over 186,272 square miles, the Yukon is a wildlife-lovers dream with moose, outnumbering humans by two to one. Here’s how to make the most of a visit in 2022...
Sleep under the midnight sun The vastness of the Yukon means that naturally the accommodation options available are extremely remote too. RVing in
Soar above the mountain peaks
the summer under the Midnight Sun is far more than the standard road trip. Easy driving on uncrowded highways takes visitors to some of the most jaw-dropping scenery on the planet. Along the way are modest rest stops, full-service RV parks and welcoming communities.
Breathtaking landscapes Visitors to the Yukon can soar above Kluane National Park, the world’s largest non-polar iceields and home of Mt. Logan, Canada’s highest peak. With many flight paths to choose from, visitors will never see the same view twice. They can also take to the skies in the Klondike and capture the full scale of the goldfields and the region’s rich mining heritage before cruising over 2,200km squared of protected wilderness known as Tombstone Territorial Park.
Wellness in the wilderness People naturally visit the Yukon to reconnect with nature, but it’s also become a place for self-reflection and renewal. Workshops such as photography, painting and writing are becoming increasingly popular and retreats range from hot springs and mountain biking to yoga and meditation, with many combining wellness practices with outdoor recreation. travelyukon.com
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