Snowshoe Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable snowshoeing tour in the heart of the Yukon wilderness.

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picnic fire on the Wheaton River. Gray Ridge in the distance.

Frozen Falls & Firelight: A Yukon Winter Wonderland

Time:
6-7 hrs

When:
Tours available daily. Contact us to book your larger group.

Price:
$249/person

What:
Our 'Frozen Falls & Firelight' adventure takes you on a guided expedition to a breathtaking frozen waterfall, a true spectacle of ice falls and winter beauty.

Capture stunning winter photography amidst the snow-covered trails, and immerse yourself in a true winter wonderland.

We'll lead you through scenic landscapes, showcasing Yukon's beautiful winter scenery. Once we arrive at the waterfall, we are warmed by a crackling campfire. Enjoy delicious hot drinks and roast marshmallows under the crisp Yukon sky.

Perfect for:

individuals, couples, and families seeking a unique winter adventure
photography enthusiasts
anyone who wants to experience the magic of the Yukon's winter wonderland

Itinerary:
We begin our day at Mount Sima Ski Hill, in the rental shop, where we select our snowshoes for the day.

Once we are packed and ready, we will drive you in our vehicle to the trailhead, which is approximately 40 minutes outside of Whitehorse.

The hike to the waterfall takes 1-2 hours, depending on how often we want to stop for photos, talk about the local flora and fauna, and tell stories. The trail is moderate difficulty; there is some elevation gain, most of it near the end. The trail winds through the Boreal forest of spruce, pine and fir.

Throughout the day there are plenty of opportunities for rests and refreshments, including our special Equinox winter tea that will both warm and energize you.

The trail takes us to a beautiful frozen waterfall. Explore the ice caves and crevices that were formed in the waterfall as it froze. At the waterfall site we gather around a cozy campfire and enjoy snacks and hot drinks. And of course, more stories.

Note: we also our Waterfall Ice Adventure in the same location. You may be lucky enough to be at the site while other adventurers are climbing the frozen waterfall!

When we are satisfied with our Frozen Falls & Firelight experience, we return the way we came on our beautiful winter trail.

With gearing up, driving, and periodic rests, this is a full day tour.

Who: No snowshoeing experience is necessary, but it will help to have a moderate fitness level and be comfortable hiking on a snowy trail.

Included:

Professional and knowledgeable guides
Hotel pick up and drop off
Snowshoes
Lunch, snacks, bottled water, tea
Campfire set up
Marshmallows and roasting sticks

What to Bring:

Warm layers
Your inner explorer

Not included:

Gratuities
Winter clothing and snow pants.
We can recommend local businesses for renting winter coats, snow pants, hats, gloves, etc.

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      Verified Ice climbing in the boreal forest
Wow! What a spectacular day! The hike in to the waterfall was so incredibly beautiful, albeit a bit exhausting, and the actual ice climbing was so fun! It took a bit to get the hang of it but it was simultaneously challenging and exhilarating. Our guide made us feel safe and confident. For anyone looking for a little adventure then this is a fantastic activity!
  
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   Leah H 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Frozen waterfall climbing
We had a really nice experience with Equinox, climbing a frozen waterfall. We felt safe and staff was really professional. Thank you 🙂
  
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   Ophelie 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Solo Birthday Adventure
Jono was fantastic. I booked an adventure for my 40th birthday. The hike to the falls was hard in the snow but once there the views were amazing. I had difficulty getting my feet to agree with the mission but Jono was patient and kind. His dog Atlas was also very encouraging (though appeared to have absolutely no difficulty with the hike or climb). It was a great way to spend the day and feel accomplished. Thank you!
  
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   Brandie T 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Coolest activity in the Yukon
My brother and I had the absolute best time with equinox! We booked the full day water fall ice climbing excursion. Our tour guide was funny, knowledgeable, and brought great energy. My brother lovingly referred to him as rent a granola for the day, because it truly felt like we were hanging out with a friend. As two people with zero ice climbing experience we felt safe and were able to learn and build some solid skills during our tour. The view from the top of the water fall being scaled was absolutely breathtaking. I would recommend being in averagely good physical shape as this activity requires endurance. However the route is designed that allows for breaks while climbing. Plus there were snacks!!!
  
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   Toni R 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Great Time!
Fantastic time - great way to spend the afternoon. Lots of climbing and lots of smiles. Our guide was fantastic and kept things interesting and offered up some great ideas of things to do with the rest of our time in the area.
  
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   Jason G 
 
 
 
 
     Verified An amazing ice climbing experience
The ice climbing experience was nothing short of magical. Our guide Jonah is a master of his craft, patient, knowledgeable, and always makes sure everyone is safe. The chosen falls was also such a good site for freshmen, with stunning view furthermore.
  
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   Ve H 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Nice experience, you better try it.
Raphael was amazing! He gave me useful tips on how to better climb the towers which is exactly what I was looking for. In general it's a fun experience to try.
  
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   Serena S 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Great day out
Chris and Naomi were great. From the phone call to book to the day out with Chris, was first class all around. We took our daughter for her first ice climbing experience and she loved it.
  
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   Mike B 
 
 
 
 
     Verified A must do experience in Whitehorse!
The highlight of my trip so far. Naomi is a brilliant communicator, I knew exactly what I needed to bring for the tour well in advance. The equipment is high quality with a great safety briefing and tutorial. The climbs themselves were amazing. I felt supported the whole time. Having warm drinks in front of the fire between climbs was a treat!
  
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   Louise 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Great Addition on Top of Northern Lights, Dog Sledding, and Wildlife Preserve
Well designed and innovative. Kids said it was fun, challenging, and the everyone was really friendly. The hot chocolate and fire was a nice touch. Getting bigger/higher in the future, which will make it even more appealing.
  
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   Justin R