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Yukon Packing List

March is late winter in the Yukon with average daily temperatures around 23 degrees Fahrenheit. Nighttime temperatures, when you’re likely to be outside looking for the Northern Lights, can average around -1 degrees Fahrenheit. Remember, in the Yukon, there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing!

You will be provided with a Winter Gear Package for the duration of your tour, including an insulated parka, bib snow pants, insulated winter boots, insulated mitts, warm toque (winter hat), and a carrying bag. The package will be available upon arrival to your first hotel.

NOTE: For some activities like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, you may find this gear is too warm or bulky, so we recommend bringing your own lighter-weight winter layers for these activities.

Below you can find all the goodies you’ll need to bring for this trip, along with our pro-tips from years of traveling around the world!

 
 

It’s All About the Layers

Being in the Yukon is all about that layer game. Sometimes you’ll be wearing just one layer and other times you’ll be wearing everything you’ve brought! Below we’ve laid out all the layers we recommend.  

Base Layers

The number one goal here is to keep you warm and your skin dry from both sweat and external elements like snow.  For this reason we recommend non-cotton/moisture wicking clothes.

  • Non-cotton underwear: The rule of thumb is to pack one more than the number of days of your trip

  • Long-sleeve base layers (3-4): We recommend polyester, merino wool, or other quick-drying “active-

    wear”

  • Long underwear and/or insulated leggings (2-4)

  • Thick, breathable socks (5-6): wool or cotton. You may also want to bring regular socks for being inside/sleeping

  • Pajamas

  • Non-cotton sports bra or tank top with a built in sports bra (1-2)

  • Non-cotton T-shirt or tank top (2-3): For layering

  • Non-cotton long sleeve shirts (2-4): For layering

    Pro-tip: Leave an outfit for sleeping that you ONLY sleep in, including socks.  Do not do any activities in this set of clothes. It’s a great feeling when you can put on clean(ish), dry clothes at the end of a long day!

Mid Layer

  • Fleece or wool sweaters

  • Active/hiking pants: Think of these as something you could wear over your leggings

  • Casual clothing: for evening wear

  • Leggings/indoor active wear: for yoga and lounging

Outer Layer

  • Light winter jacket/puffy: for arrival/departure days and active adventures

  • Light wind/rain-proof pants: for cross-country skiing

Keep in mind that you’ll be provided with a Winter Gear Package for the duration of your tour, including an insulated parka, bib snow pants, insulated winter boots, insulated mitts, warm toque (winter hat), and a carrying bag.

shoes

Comfortable walking shoes/boots: small boots like Bluntstones or hiking shoes with ankle support are great to provide some weather protection during travel and city days

Light shoes or slippers: for the lodge

Flip flops: for the spa

 
 

Accessories

  • Sun hat: We provide a Root hat that you can clip to the outside of your backpack so you don’t necessarily need to bring one.

  • Sunglasses/Sunscreen: Snow reflects and intensifies sunlight

  • Swimsuit

  • Winter/wool hat

  • Non-cotton lightweight gloves or mittens or glove-liners

  • Scarf, Buff or Neck warmer: A buff is a very versatile accessory that helps protect you from the sun, wind, and many other elements.  It can also be used as an extra warm layer for your head & ears, a neck gaiter, a pony tail holder or headband, and a face covering for very windy days. Click here to browse their website!

 
 

Gear

  • Daypack: small backpack for day trips and activities

  • Reusable water bottle: you’ll refill this each day - the tap water is good to drink

A Note About Traveling with Your Gear

We highly recommend carrying on your luggage in case of scenarios of lost or delayed luggage.

Pro-tip: Wear your gear while traveling!  Wearing your boots not only saves packing space, but can also help break them in more.

Personal Items

  • ID

  • Copy of flight itinerary

  • Copy of travel insurance info

  • Some cash in smaller bills for any incidentals

  • Credit cards: We recommend using a card that has no foreign transaction fees to save money

  • Lip balm w/ SPF

  • Toiletries: Bring your preferred toiletries, below are a couple items to keep in mind

  • Prescription medications (kept in original containers)

 
 

Optional Items

  • Camera (fully charged) and optional extra batteries

  • Binoculars

  • Notebook and pen will be provided by Root

  • Paperback or digital book for down times.  You can always download a book onto your phone to save space.