Husky sledding in Canada’s Yukon Territory takes you to the final frontier and into the heart of the great northern wilderness. Here you will lead a team of huskies through spectacular landscapes across frozen rivers, through thick forests and over vast and never ending tundra. We follow historical routes once used during the exploration of this unique part of the world and in later years for transporting gold during the gold rush. We stay overnight in remote wilderness cabins.
Our dog sledding options in Canada range in duration depending on your requirements, whilst all offering an authentic glimpse into the heart of Canada’s Yukon. Each sledding journey shows you the unique beauty and solitude of the Yukon, with its breathtaking vistas, abundant wildlife, and the serene stillness of the Canadian Northwest.
Our expert guides ensure a safe and enriching sledding experience, sharing insights about the local ecology and sled techniques.
Contact Husky Holidays for an unforgettable husky sledding experience in Canada’s Yukon, and advice on which trip would be best suited for you and your group. All our trips are small in terms of group sizes for a personalised experience.
Where is the best place to do husky sledding in Canada?
Canada offers several great options for husky sledding, including in British Colombia, areas including Whistler and the Canadian Rockies, and of course the Yukon. In our opinion, the best place for husky dog sledding in Canada is the Yukon, a territory known for its vast and untamed wilderness, offering mushers a real sense of adventure and an experience as authentic as it gets!
The Yukon offers unparalleled husky sledding experiences, where you can expect to glide through snowy landscapes, over frozen lakes, and past towering pine forests under the northern lights. This region, steeped in Gold Rush history and indigenous history that provides context like no other for husky sledding in Canada.
For travellers with less time however, there are more accessible locations for husky sledding that will be good enough in giving you a taster for the activity.
What makes husky sledding in Canada special?
For us, what makes dog sledding in Canada truly special is the country’s extreme natural beauty and real untouched wilderness that is rarely found anywhere else in the world. The Yukon in Canada offers a true sense of remote adventure where you are relying on your fellow travellers as a team and must work with your dogs to get from cabin to cabin.
Furthermore, the warmth and hospitality of Canada’s amazingly friendly people, who share their love for the outdoors and husky sledding with visitors adds to the welcoming and unique experience of husky sledding in Canada.