Pelly River Canoe Trip Itinerary
- Duration
- 8 Days
- Distance
- 282 km
Trip dates do sell out — please book early to get the dates you want.
The Pelly is a relatively wide river with good current. Quite often we can stow away the paddles and stretch our legs. However, there is never really a chance to get bored. Every once in a while, we will encounter sections which require quite a bit of maneuvering as there are 3 rapids that are easily negotiated.
Recall the era of goldrushers, paddlewheelers and settlers. In 1898 the year of the Klondike Gold Rush it seemed that everyone was heading to the Yukon to seek their fortune. Today, abandoned settlements and sunken ship hulls recall the era of goldrushers, paddlewheelers and settlers as they made their way up and down the Teslin, Pelly and Yukon Rivers.
Shorelines and islands are covered in aspen, birch and poplar which offer excellent campsites. Muskrat, beaver, fox, wolf, bear, eagle and trumpeter swan along with large populations of migrant waterfowl call these rivers home.
The current in the rivers allows for a relaxed pace, leaving plenty of time to drift, explore and enjoy the experience against the backdrop of the Yukon’s fabulous scenery.
Please plan to arrive in Whitehorse 1 day before the trip departure.
A complete itinerary, maps, and clothing and equipment lists will be issued upon registration.
In the interest of participant safety and well-being, the guide may alter the actual trip itinerary at their discretion.
Daily Itinerary
Day 0: Arrival in Whitehorse
We will meet at 7:00 pm at the Yukon Inn to discuss the adventure ahead, distribute life jackets and dry bags, and answer last minute questions. We will leave a message at your selected accommodation with specifics about our meeting. If you need to contact us phone 1-867-668-2827 and leave a message.
Days 1-8
We will leave around 7 am for our 4 hour drive to the town of Faro and our put-in. From Faro to Pelly Crossing, the river follows the Tintina Trench, a major geological fault and travel corridor for migratory birds. It offers great variety and abundance of plant and animal life typical of boreal forest. With the Anvil Range to the north and the Glenlyon Range to the south, mountain vistas are spectacular, offering glassing opportunity for Stone sheep. Bears can often be viewed on the open grass slopes. Granite Canyon and Fish Hook Rapids can be challenging for novice paddlers depending upon water levels, but should provide no navigable problems in August.
Day 9
We will arrive in Pelly Crossing [where Klondike Hwy crosses Pelly River] late on Day 8 or early on Day 9. We will take the van back to Whitehorse on Day 9.
What's Included
(Items that are covered in the cost of tour price)
- Transportation from the point of origin and return
- Snacks/beverages on the expedition
- All meals while on the river**
- Meal preparation
- Canoes, life jackets, paddles
- Canoe dry bags
- Canoe carts
- Any park and camping fees
- Professional guides for the entire journey
- Cooking gear/camp stoves
- Tents† & tarps
- Emergency radio/satellite phone/major first aid supplies
What's Not Included
(Items that are NOT covered in the cost of tour price)
- Transportation to point of origin, transfers, personal equipment, accommodation and food other than included in the itinerary.
- Gratuities are not included. Our guides make every effort to ensure your holiday is all you expected and more. Recognition of a job well done is always appreciated; $10-20 per day per guide is recommended.
- Single tents† (available for a single supplement charge)
Good to Know
† Solo travellers can request a Single Tent for $6.50 per day
Sleeping bags, sleeping pads, backpacks, and poles are available for rent.
** You will be responsible for food you may want on travel days
Prices and Itineraries are subject to change with notice on the main trip page. Once a booking is in place no price increases will be applied.
Getting There
Pickup: Yukon Inn
4220 4 Ave, Whitehorse, YT1-867-667-2527Visit the website
Booking and Payment: The booking requires a 30% deposit by Visa or MasterCard with the balance due 75 days prior to trip departure.