What's the best time to see Northern Lights from Whitehorse?

You'll have the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights from Whitehorse between late August and early April. The peak season is November through March, when the nights are longest and skies are usually clearest. Many travelers tell us they had great success between December and February. Most tours leave from downtown Whitehorse hotels and take you to special viewing spots like the AuroraCentre, which is about 20 minutes outside the city.

How many nights do Whitehorse Northern Lights tours include for viewing?

Most tours give you 2-3 nights to watch for the Northern Lights during a 4-5 day trip. The Best Value Aurora Viewing tours include 3 evenings at the AuroraCentre, where you can stay warm by wood stoves and campfires while you wait. One traveler told us: "We got lucky and saw the Northern Lights on 2 of our 3 nights, it was spectacular!" Having multiple viewing nights really helps your chances of seeing the lights.

What can I do during the day on Whitehorse Northern Lights tours?

Your days will be full of great activities. You can visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve to see caribou and moose, relax in the Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs, or explore historic sites like SS Klondike on city tours. If you're feeling adventurous, you can add on activities like dog sledding or snowmobiling. One traveler told us: "The wildlife tour was amazing, the city tour showed great history, and the hot springs were so relaxing between aurora viewings."

What are the hotels like on Whitehorse Northern Lights tours?

You'll stay in comfortable 3.5-star hotels right in downtown Whitehorse, like the Coast High Country Inn, Days Inn Whitehorse, or the Sternwheeler Hotel. These are all within walking distance of local restaurants and shops. One happy traveler said: "The hotel was in a very convenient location in Downtown Whitehorse. Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel staff were great."

How far from Whitehorse do tours go to see the Northern Lights?

The viewing spots are just 20-30 minutes from downtown Whitehorse. That's far enough to get away from city lights but close enough to be convenient. Most tours take you to the AuroraCentre, about 20 minutes from the downtown hotels. Our travelers often mention how they appreciate the cozy setup at these spots, with wood stoves and campfires to keep warm while watching the sky.

7 Best Northern Lights Tours & Trips from Whitehorse

7 best Northern Lights tour packages from Whitehorse

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Best Value Aurora Viewing | Wildlife & Hot Springs
4.5 (37 traveler reviews)
"We got lucky and saw the Northern Lights on 2 of our 3 nights, it was spectacular!"
Mark, traveled in November
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Whitehorse
Age Range
Ages 19+
State
Yukon and Northwest Territories
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Arctic Range Adventure
From
US$844per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Best Value Aurora Viewing | Basic
4.5 (37 traveler reviews)
"Absolutely amazing the guides were very informative!"
Mandy, traveled in October
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Whitehorse
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
State
Yukon and Northwest Territories
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Arctic Range Adventure
From
US$669per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Arctic Winter Heartbeat | Active Winter Adventure
4.8 (5 traveler reviews)
"It was one of the best vacations in my life. I would go there again at anytime."
Sabrina, traveled in February
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Whitehorse
Age Range
Ages 19+
State
Yukon and Northwest Territories
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Arctic Range Adventure
From
US$2,059per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Best Value Aurora Viewing | Yukon Wildlife Viewing
4.5 (37 traveler reviews)
"Greatful for the trip."
ANGELA, traveled in April
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Whitehorse
Age Range
Ages 18+
State
Yukon and Northwest Territories
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Arctic Range Adventure
From
US$783per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Highlights Yukon and Alaska
Duration
16 days
Destinations
Whitehorse, Haines Junction, Tok, Valdez, Whittier, Seward,Anchorage,Denali National Park,Fairbanks,Dawson City,Skagway+5 more
Operated in
Only: German
Operator
Gebeco
From
US$6,565per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Flights included
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Northern Lights and Grizzly Bears
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Whitehorse, Kluane National Park, Haines Junction
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
State
Yukon and Northwest Territories
Operated in
Only: German
Operator
DIAMIR Erlebnisreisen
From
US$8,789per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Yukon Winter Dream | Active Winter Adventure
4.7 (13 traveler reviews)
"We didn't see the northern lights but the off grid experience was great with the teepees and yurt."
Barbara, traveled in February
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Whitehorse
Age Range
Ages 19+
State
Yukon and Northwest Territories
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Arctic Range Adventure
From
US$1,825per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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