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Wind River - Yukon

Cost
From $8,995 CAD
Duration
12 days
Starts
TBD
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Rolling
Level
Professional
Wind River - Yukon
250+ kilometers of paddling on pristine Wind River and Peel River
Charter float plane access to remote McClusky Lake
Moderate skill-level expedition suitable for expanding paddlers
Professional guides with comprehensive safety equipment
Gourmet camp meals throughout expedition
Spectacular Wernecke Mountains scenery

About Wind River - Yukon Program

Experience an unforgettable 12-day wilderness paddling expedition down the Wind River in East Central Yukon Territory, one of Canada's most pristine northern waterways. This adventure-focused program takes you from the crystal-clear headwaters in the Wernecke Mountains through 250+ kilometers of fast-moving water into the Peel River, a landscape shaped by the traditional territories of the Gwitch'in Dene and Na-Cho Nyak Dun First Nations.

Your journey begins in Whitehorse, where you'll spend your first night organizing gear and bonding with fellow paddlers before heading north to Mayo. From there, a chartered float plane carries you to McClusky Lake, where a short portage and creek lining leads to the Wind River proper. What awaits is days of exhilarating paddling through swift, clear water surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery—no significant rapids, but standing waves and river obstacles that will test and expand your paddling skills.

This is a moderate-difficulty trip designed for paddlers with previous river experience who are ready to level up their skills on a classic northern river. You'll navigate the Wind's fast-moving currents and dynamic features while enjoying gourmet meals prepared in camp each evening, creating a perfect balance of adventure and comfort. Professional guides lead the expedition, handle all safety protocols (including SAT phones and comprehensive first aid), and ensure you travel respectfully through this remote wilderness.

Inclusions are comprehensive: all accommodations (hotels for nights 1 and 12, expedition tents in the backcountry), meals from breakfast on Day 1 through lunch on Day 12, all paddling equipment (canoes, paddles, PFDs, helmets), group and safety gear, charter flights, and ground transportation. The only major items you'll need to bring are your sleeping bag and a 60L waterproof barrel or dry bag for personal gear. This is the ideal program for intermediate to experienced paddlers seeking to explore remote Canadian wilderness, challenge themselves on moving water, and create lasting memories in one of North America's most spectacular river systems.

Program Details

Academic Level
Professional

Application Requirements

  • Previous paddling experience required
  • Moderate physical fitness level
  • Ability to handle fast-moving water, standing waves, and river obstacles
  • Must bring sleeping bag
  • Must bring 60L waterproof barrel or dry bag for personal gear
  • Own transportation to/from Whitehorse rendez-vous point

Cost & Funding

Program Cost
From $8,995 CAD
Scholarships & Aid
Not specified

Housing & Support

Housing
Hotel, Tent
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Reviews for Home

2 Reviews · 4.50/5
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Reviews Summary
Participants report that MHO Adventures delivers an incredible and immersive experience that exceeds expectations. Reviewers consistently praise the program for its ability to combine skill-building with authentic outdoor living, creating a memorable adventure in a beautiful natural setting.

Specific strengths highlighted by participants include valuable instruction in whitewater paddling and river reading skills, comfortable accommodations in cozy tents, and the opportunity to engage in traditional outdoor cooking over fire. The program's location in northern Ontario allows participants to experience a stunning and pristine landscape while developing practical wilderness competencies and creating lasting memories."
Wind River - Yukon

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