Whitehorse wildlife & hot springs tour: Half-day with guide

See moose and bison, then warm up in the pools

A half-day tour from Whitehorse combines wildlife viewing at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve with time at Takhini Hot Pools, a natural hot springs nearby. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, admission to both sites, and a bilingual guide. It starts at 1:50 pm and runs about five hours. Minimum age is 19.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Yukon Wildlife Preserve1h 45m · entry included
2. Takhini Hot Pools2h

Yukon Wildlife and Hot Springs Visit

• Meet at 1:50 pm
• Visit Yukon Wildlife Preserve
• Relax at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs

The experience

The afternoon starts with a drive to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve, where you walk through habitat to photograph and observe moose, bison, musk oxen and other northern animals in settings closer to their natural range than a typical zoo. The preserve is built around the idea of letting you move through the landscape rather than watching from a fixed point, so the pace and what you see depend on where the animals are that day.

After the preserve, the tour moves to Takhini Hot Pools, a geothermal pool complex where you can soak in naturally heated water. The pools sit outdoors, so the contrast between the warm water and the Yukon air is part of the experience. Your guide stays with the group throughout, and hotel pickup and drop-off bookend the day so you don't arrange transport yourself.

The tour runs five hours total and suits all fitness levels. A bilingual guide leads the group in English and Spanish, with Japanese also available depending on the departure. Admission to both the wildlife preserve and the hot springs is included, along with hotel pickup and drop-off.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Whitehorse.
• admission to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve.
• admission to Takhini Hot Pools.
• a bilingual guide throughout the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 13:50Last departure this season: 15 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (19 to 90 years) · Under 19: can't be booked

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Arctic Range Adventure

Is this one for you?The tour runs five hours in the afternoon, so an early start isn't required. Book this if you want to see northern wildlife and soak in hot springs without committing your whole day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Japanese.

What animals will I see at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve?

The preserve is home to moose, bison, musk oxen and other northern species. You walk through their habitat to view and photograph them, though what you encounter depends on where the animals are on the day of your visit.

Is the Takhini Hot Pools experience included, or do I pay extra?

Admission to Takhini Hot Pools is included in the tour price. The pools are naturally heated and sit outdoors, so you soak in geothermal water as part of the afternoon.

Does the tour include hotel pickup?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off in Whitehorse are included. The tour starts at 1:50 pm at the meeting point, which your hotel can confirm when you book.

Is there a minimum age for this tour?

Yes, the minimum age is 19 years old. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.