Carcross Attractions & Things to do

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.
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.

• 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.
Duration: 1 to 10 hours.

Caribou Crossing Tour
Vibrant community with ancestral traditions

Unique scenery of mountains and lakes

“ A Place where Spiritual Journey Begins “

Home to the Carcross/Tagish First Nation. It is 74 km (46 mi) south-southeast by the Alaska Highway and the Klondike Highway from Whitehorse.

Bridge to the first people migrating across the Bering Strait land bridge at least 10,000 years ago!
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

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.
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.

Gold! This one word roared across North America in 1896 as hundreds of thousands rushed to the Klondike, dreaming of striking it rich. Now over a century later, that passion lives on as visitors from across the globe continue to trace the footsteps of the world’s greatest Gold Rush. Pan for gold, and learn the true history of the Klondike Gold Rush.

With lakes, beaches, the World’s Smallest Desert and the small First Nations community of Carcross along the way, the Yukon Gold Experience shows the true scope the North has to offer.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

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.


Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.