Teslin River Trip

"The summer - no sweeter was ever;
The sunshiny woods all a thrill;
The grayling aleap in the river,
The bighorn asleep on the hill.
The strong life that never knows harness;
The wilds where the caribou call;
The freshness, the freedom, the farness -
Oh God! How I'm stuck on it all."

Robert Service - The Spell of the Yukon

The Teslin River is a very enjoyable and relaxing river as it flows from Teslin Lake to the confluence of the Yukon River at the historic Hootalinqua NWMP station and Telegraph post. The Teslin River is a scenic and historical paddle, which offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and leaves you with unforgettable memories. This river is perfect for adventurers looking to get introduced to both paddling as well as the wilds of the Yukon.

Trip Specifics

Duration:	10 days / 9 nights - Johnson’s Crossing to Carmacks
Distance:	370 Kilometres (230 Miles)
Difficulty:	Suitable for all levels of paddler
Tour Dates:	June 18th (Thursday) to June 27th (Saturday), 2009
Price:	$1,750.00 (CAN) per person + 5% GST
Additional Cost:	Single Room/Tent $100.00 Per Person + 5% G.S.T.
Group Size:	Minimum 3 + Guide Maximum 10 + Guide
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Inclusions: Fully certified, knowledgeable and experienced river guide Rental and transportation of canoes, paddles and lifejackets Overland shuttle to and from the river Safety equipment including satellite phone All meals while on trip Airport shuttle pick-up in Whitehorse 1 night hotel accommodation in Whitehorse prior to trip 1 night hotel accommodation in Whitehorse after trip Tents, cooking and shared camping equipment

Exclusions: Meals while staying in Whitehorse or Dawson City. Transportation to and from Whitehorse Fishing license and fishing equipment Sleeping equipment (Sleeping bags and mattress) and personal equipment

 

Day 1:

Arrival in Whitehorse. The Up North Adventures shuttle will greet you at the airport. Meet the other trip participants tonight, when your guide will verify your personal gear and go through any last minute questions. Participants are then invited to explore the City of Whitehorse, enjoy a good meal or take in some historic sights around town on their own. Enjoy your first night in Whitehorse in a hotel (included in price) located in downtown, within walking distance to all attractions and restaurants for your first evening.

 

Day 2:

Group officially meets at 10:00am at the Up North base in Whitehorse. After a quick gear review to make sure participants are properly equipped, we will be shuttled by van to Johnson’s Crossing, an hour drive, and the start of our Teslin River adventure. The afternoon will be spent getting acquainted with our gear and boats and paddling the mouth of the river for a few hours. A relaxing evening will be spent on the river shore complete with a roaring campfire and hopefully fresh fish!

 

Day 3-8:

The canoe trip down the Teslin River. Highlights include wildlife Highlights include wildlife with potential sightings of grizzly bear, wolf, moose, caribou, wolverine, mink, bald eagle, martin as well as world class fishing. Beautiful mountain views surround us as we flow down the river. Camping in tents and eating by the campfire while under the “midnight sun”, provides the foundation for a truly unique wilderness experience. Other highlights include a visit to the ancient First Nations encampment of Big Salmon at the confluence of the Big Salmon and Yukon Rivers and Cyr’s dredge a derelict from the 1898 Yukon Gold Rush.

 

Day 9:

We arrive in Carmacks and the end of our Teslin River adventure. The Up North shuttle will pick us up around 1:00 pm and return us to Whitehorse. Arriving in Whitehorse late afternoon we say our goodbyes all around after the completion of a grand adventure. Participants will spend their last night at a downtown Whitehorse hotel (included in price).

 

Day 10:

Departure day. We will bring you back to the airport or you can start your next adventure.

*Note:Due to the expedition nature of this program, changes in the itinerary while on the river are a possibility, and are left up to the discretion of the guide. All attempts will be made to complete the trip within the outlined timeline.