Carcross Desert

We are 100% Alaskan owned & operated – our focus is on giving you an amazing experience in Skagway on your trip to The Yukon and British Columbia. We make stops at amazing photo locations and visit Wild Adventure Yukon (formerly Caribou Crossing), Emerald Lake, Carcross Desert, and the Welcome to Alaska sign. Tour Photo stops may include: Skagway City Tour White PassTrail of 98 Pitchfork Falls Bridal Veil Falls Tormented Valley Fraser, BC Tutshi Lake Welcome to Alaska & Yukon Signs Carcross Desert Emerald Lake Carcross Amazing views of Glaciers, Lakes, and Mountains 3x more opportunity to see Wildlife vs tours only go to White Pass Please note: you WILL be leaving the United States and entering Canada, so a valid passport is required for most travelers. Foreign travelers need to ensure they are able to leave the US, enter Canada, and re-enter the US.

Take the ultimate Yukon experience with the Yukon Discovery Tour! Drive through the White Pass and into Canada and the Yukon Territory where you will see the Carcross Desert, Emerald Lake and have lunch at a dog mushing camp. Lunch, dog mushing camp, puppies, petting farm & wildlife museum are included in the price of the tour!

• Be your own guide! • Drive your vehicle into the Yukon, listening to our fully narrated audio guide. • Experience all the benefits of a private tour and a rental car combined. • It's your vehicle for the day, make it your way! No crowds, no lines, no stress. • Don't forget to bring your Passport, camera and binoculars.

This half day excursion is packed with some of the best sights in the Yukon! We start by making a stop at a viewpoint over Miles Canyon, a crux of the stampeders journey from Alaska to the Klondike. From there we head down the South Klondike Highway to Emerald Lake, then onto the Carcross Desert, the smallest desert in the world. After a quick orientation around Carcross you will have some free time to explore the artisan stores, or walk the beach on Bennett Lake. On the way back to Whitehorse we make a stop and Caribou Crossing for you to try your hand at gold panning, and you can keep anything you find! Oh, and they also have puppies. Little fluffy husky puppies that love to be petted! This day trip really packs in the best of the Yukon, you won't be disappointed!

Take a 5-hour guided journey into the incredible and “larger than life” Yukon Territory. Enjoy multiple photo stops and bask in its natural wonders as your guide takes you to explore the city of Carcross, famous for being the crossroads of the Klondike. Stop at the 'Welcome to Alaska' sign and many other amazing photo stops along the way to take in the sweeping landscapes, towering mountains, alpine lakes, hanging glaciers, and the world's smallest desert.

Starting in Whitehorse, we take the South Klondike Highway where the mountains rise as we approach Carcross and the Southern Lakes region – which is well know as the photographer’s paradise. On the way we will admire Emerald Lake, called "Rainbow Lake” from the locals due to its sensational coloration. We visit Carcross, a charming lakeshore village teeming with First Nations and gold-rush history.On a hiking tour on scenic trails we will be overlooking the grand Southern Lakes. This region is nowadays the final stop for the White Pass Railway. We visit the smallest desert in the world – the Carcross desert.

Embark on a full-day private tour through the captivating landscapes of Yukon where natural wonders and scenic beauty come to life. Stop at the iconic “Welcome To Alaska” sign, a photo-worthy landmark that marks the entrance to this remarkable region. As you continue your adventure, immerse yourself in the tranquil allure of Tutshi Lake and Tagish Lake, two iconic lakes surrounded by majestic mountains. Admire the larger-than-life charm of the “Yukon” sign, a testament to the region’s unique character and spirit. Discover the enchanting Bove Island, where nature’s serenity is on full display. The awe-inspiring Carcross Desert awaits an unexpected sight amidst the wilderness, offering a glimpse of nature’s fascinating contrasts. Unleash your inner explorer and dive into the charm of Carcross, a welcoming town brimming with local culture and history. Culminate your journey at the mesmerizing Emerald Lake, before heading back.

Follow the footsteps of the early prospectors of Klondike Goldrush. Experience a scenic drive from Whitehorse to Skagway, passing Emerald Lake, Carcross Desert, the Village of Carcross and White Pass. Enjoy the spectacular scenery on the way to the Pacific Ocean and listen to the stories from the experienced local tour guide. Please note: Some attractions are only available seasonally and might not be entirely accessible within specified times.