DENA CHO TRAIL HIKE & CANOE ADVENTURE – 10 nights from $2483.25CDN
– July 1-11, July 30-Aug.9, Aug.30-Sep.9, 2008

Imagine yourself canoeing the route discovered by Robert Campbell of the Hudson's Bay Company in 1843, after walking the trail used by the local First Nations people for thousands of years! You will start this adventure by flying to Whitehorse on Air North - Yukon's Airline - and then pick up your SUV or Mini-Van for the spectacular 350KM drive to Faro - Yukon's Best Kept Secret - in the central Yukon. You will stay here for two nights with a day to explore the local highlights or take in a game of golf on a 9 hole course that wanders right through the centre of the town (clubs are available at the Visitor Centre) plus get yourself organized for the hike and canoe trip.

The Dena Cho Trail links the communities of Faro and Ross River running through the forests and along the bluffs overlooking the Pelly River with magnificent views and good wildlife watching opportunities, depending on the season. There are four cabins along the trail and you will have a registered wilderness guide and two pack dogs who will carry a share of the food. This hike is suitable for anybody in good shape and able to walk 3-7 hours per day with a backpack between 12 and 17KG (25-35Lbs). There are some steep stretches and the climate can be hot and dry, breaks to enjoy the scenery will be taken.

After an overnight in Ross River you will return to Faro by canoe on the Pelly River, enjoying the beautiful cottonwood and spruce forests, spectacular rock formations and hoodoos. Many sandy beaches offer first class camping and swimming spots. You will overnight with your registered wilderness guide somewhere along the way. The river in this stretch is easy and rates class 1. However, there are always some risks related to canoeing and it is preferable to possess some canoeing skills. If you have never canoed before we advise that you take a basic course at home before traveling. The trip on the river will end by the bridge which crosses the Pelly on the access road into Faro from the Robert Campbell highway.

You will be brought into town where you have an overnight and time to rest before returning to Whitehorse where you will spend another night and have some time to explore the museums, fine dining and shopping.

INCLUDES
Return airfare on Air North - Yukon's Airline - from Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver, 10 day SUV rental, 5 nights accommodation – 1 in Whitehorse, 3 in Faro, 1 in Ross River; 5 day hike with registered wilderness guide, meals & pack dog and 2 person tent; 2 day canoe trip with guide, meals, canoe & equipment. MINIMUM 4 people required.

NOT INCLUDED
GST, airport departure taxes, airport fee on car rental, meals in Faro, Ross River and Whitehorse, sleeping bag & backpack.

DATES
July 1-11, July 30-Aug.9, Aug.30-Sep.9, 2008.

Minimum - four people, maximum six.  Pricing is per person based on 4 sharing the vehicle, and 2 sharing hotel accommodations.

Land only available - from $1993.25 CDN

SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY

Additional Information:
Town of Faro