Whitehorse Trip Overview
On this tour you will visit the magnificent Kluane National Park, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. We will visit the scenic Kathleen Lake and enjoy a short hike at the Rock Glacier which bursts a magnificent view across lakes and mountains surrounding Kluane National Park. Visiting the historic indigenous Klukshu Village we will also have the chance to see wild salmon reaching their spawning grounds. In Haines Junction we will visit the Da Kų Cultural Centre to learn more about the rich history of Kluane National Park, which is home to the largest non-polar ice field.
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Duration: 7 hours
Starts: Whitehorse, Canada
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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On this tour you will visit the magnificent Kluane National Park, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. We will visit the scenic Kathleen Lake and enjoy a short hike at the Rock Glacier which bursts a magnificent view across lakes and mountains surrounding Kluane National Park. Visiting the historic indigenous Klukshu Village we will also have the chance to see wild salmon reaching their spawning grounds. In Haines Junction we will visit the Da Kų Cultural Centre to learn more about the rich history of Kluane National Park, which is home to the largest non-polar ice field.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Kluane National Park and Reserve, 280 Alaska Highway, Haines Junction, Yukon Y0B 1L0 Canada
Enjoy the breathtaking view into Kluane National Park, home to the second largest ice field on land. The park as been designated as World Heritage Site in 1979.
Stop At: Da Ku Cultural Center, 280 Alaska Highway, Haines Junction, Yukon Y0B 1L0 Canada
A variety of exhibit areas showcase the culture and history of the Champagne and Aishihik people.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Rock Glacier Trail, South of Haines Junction on the Haines Road, Haines Junction, Yukon Canada
The Rock Glacier Trail bursts a magnificent view across lakes and mountains surrounding Kluane National Park.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Klukshu Lake, Yukon Y0B 1L0 Canada
The historic indigenous Klukshu Village offers the chance to see wild salmon reaching their spawning grounds.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kathleen Lake, Haines Highway 3, Haines Junction, Yukon Y0B 1L0 Canada
Kathleen Lake, where crystal waters are backed by the mountains of the Kluane Range.
Duration: 30 minutes
