Hart River Expedition (Peel Watershed – Fly-in)
Length: 10 days (8 on the river)
Price: $6,900 per person (CAD)
2026 Dates: Mid-July (exact dates TBA)
Note: Group discounts available—ask us for a custom quote.
🌲 Tour Overview
The Hart River Expedition is one of the Peel Watershed’s best-kept secrets — a wild and remote journey that combines steady Class II whitewater with some of the finest wilderness hiking in the Yukon.
Accessible only by floatplane from Dawson City, the Hart flows north through stunning alpine valleys before joining the Peel River. For 8 days on the water, paddlers navigate swift currents, braided channels, and friendly rapids that make the route exciting but manageable for those with intermediate paddling skills.
What sets the Hart apart is the exceptional hiking. Each valley opens opportunities to climb ridges and take in panoramic views across the untouched Peel landscape. Imagine finishing a day of paddling, setting camp on a gravel bar, then hiking high above the river for a sunset over endless mountains and wilderness.
Wildlife thrives here — from caribou and moose to Dall sheep on the ridges and raptors soaring overhead. Nights are spent in pristine campsites, where Yukon Wide’s renowned riverside cuisine ensures the adventure is as comfortable as it is wild.
This 10-day expedition blends the freedom of a classic Yukon river journey with the bonus of world-class hiking, making it an ideal choice for paddlers seeking a versatile, off-the-beaten-path adventure in the Peel Watershed.
🗓️ Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Dawson City
Meet your guide and fellow paddlers in Dawson. Orientation, gear check, and welcome dinner. Overnight hotel stay included.
Day 2 – Floatplane into the Hart River
Board a floatplane for a breathtaking flight into the Peel Watershed, landing at the headwaters of the Hart River. Set up camp and prepare for the journey.
Days 3–9 – Paddling the Hart River
Spend 8 days paddling through wild alpine valleys and narrow canyons.
- Navigate Class II rapids, swift channels, and meandering stretches.
- Opportunities for day hikes into surrounding ridges, offering panoramic views across the Peel watershed.
- Wildlife encounters may include moose, caribou, Dall sheep, wolves, and grizzlies.
- Evenings around campfires with Yukon Wide’s renowned riverside cuisine.
Day 10 – Return to Dawson City
Floatplane pick-up at the Peel River confluence. Return flight to Dawson, concluding with hotel stay or onward connections.
✅ What’s Included
- Professional Yukon Wide river guide
- Floatplane flights Dawson → Hart River headwaters & Peel River → Dawson
- Canoes, paddles, PFDs, and safety equipment
- All camping gear (tents, sleeping pads, kitchen equipment, cooking gear)
- All meals during the river portion (Yukon Wide’s riverside cuisine)
- Satellite communication for safety
- Two hotel nights in Dawson (arrival & final day)
- Group gear transport and logistics
❌ What’s Not Included
- Airfare to/from Dawson City
- Travel insurance (required)
- Sleeping bag (bring your own or rent from Yukon Wide)
- Fishing license (if you plan to fish)
- Alcohol (you may bring a modest personal supply)
- Personal clothing and gear (packing list provided)
- Gratuities for guides (optional but appreciated)
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