Northern Lights Hunting Tours from Whitehorse, Yukon
Aurora Hunting Tours — Whitehorse, Yukon
Northern Lights Hunting Tours from Whitehorse, Yukon
Small-group aurora hunts from Whitehorse. Real pursuit, real wilderness, real photos.
Aurora Hunting
We follow the sky, not a schedule.
Boreal Escapes runs small-group northern lights chasing tours from Whitehorse, Yukon — maximum 5 guests on The Real Aurora Hunt, professional aurora photos included, guided in English or French by Jonathan Draize. Jonathan guided aurora hunts for several winters in Tromsø (Norway) and Lapland (Finland and Sweden) before bringing that expertise to the Yukon. We track weather, clouds and aurora all day, then drive to clear skies — as far as it takes.
Our difference
Why choose Boreal Escapes for a northern lights hunt in Whitehorse?
A northern lights hunt is a small-group tour from Whitehorse that follows clear skies across the Yukon. The Real Aurora Hunt takes a maximum of 5 guests — solo travellers are welcome. Private hunts are available for any group size. Tours run in English or French and include professional aurora photos.
- The Real Aurora Hunt: max 5 guests — solo travellers welcome
- Private Aurora Hunt: any group size, from $1,140 CAD per group
- Heated winter vehicle
- Tours in English or French
- Professional aurora photos delivered within 48 hours
- Guide certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid
Active pursuit
We follow clear skies across the territory. No fixed spot, no waiting.
Small group or private
The Real Aurora Hunt takes max 5 guests. Private hunts are available for any group size.
Photos included
Professional aurora photos from your hunt, delivered within 48 hours.
EN/FR bilingual
Tours run fully in English or French — your choice.
Heated vehicle
Warm up between stops. Cold-weather equipped for Yukon winters.
Safety first
CPR and Wilderness First Aid certified guide. Full emergency kit on board.
Your guide
Meet your guide
Jonathan Draize — Founder & Aurora Guide
Originally from Belgium, Jonathan spent several winters guiding northern lights hunts in Tromsø, Norway and across Finnish and Swedish Lapland. He reads space weather and cloud forecasts like a local, knows when to stay and when to drive on, and as a professional photographer makes sure every guest goes home with images of their night.
He is certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid and guides in English and French.
By Jonathan Draize
The aurora in our own photos
A selection of photos taken by Jonathan during his aurora hunts across the far north.
How it works
How does the northern lights hunt work?
We monitor weather, cloud cover and aurora forecasts, then drive toward clearer skies. There is no fixed spot — we go where conditions are best.
We watch the sky
Weather patterns, cloud cover, and aurora forecasts are tracked all day, every day.
We go when it's worth it
Departure is confirmed only when there's a genuine chance to see the lights. No false starts.
We chase clear skies
No fixed spot. We follow the clear sky wherever it is tonight — as far as it takes.
What guests say
What guests say
Years of aurora hunting experience
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Safety on every hunt
Safety on every hunt
Heated winter vehicle
Cold-weather equipped, winter tires, emergency gear on board.
CPR & Wilderness First Aid certified
Full first aid kit and emergency communication equipment on every hunt.
Weather monitoring
Real-time weather and road conditions tracked throughout the tour.
Emergency protocols
Clear procedures for every scenario. We brief guests before departure.
Only 5 seats per night on The Real Aurora Hunt
Max 5 guests on group hunts means we can respond quickly to any situation. Private hunts available for any group size.
Licensed Yukon tour operator
Licensed Yukon tour operator, fully insured, guide certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid.
Northern lights hunts with Boreal Escapes: quick answers
Who offers private northern lights tours in Whitehorse with photography?
- Boreal Escapes offers private northern lights tours from Whitehorse, Yukon, guided in English or French. Professional aurora photos taken during your hunt are included and delivered within 48 hours. We monitor weather and aurora forecasts and adjust the route to seek clear skies.
What is the difference between a private and a small-group aurora hunt?
- The Real Aurora Hunt is a shared tour with a maximum of 5 guests — solo travellers are welcome. The Private Aurora Hunt gives your group a private guide and transport arranged for your group size, with no maximum guest count. Both tours include professional aurora photos and guiding in English or French.
What should I expect on a guided aurora hunting tour in Whitehorse?
- Your guide collects you from your agreed pickup location in Whitehorse. We monitor weather and aurora forecasts and adapt the route and stops to the conditions. You travel in a heated vehicle, spend time outdoors at viewing stops, and receive professional aurora photos taken during your hunt. Appropriate winter clothing is required.
Are northern lights guaranteed on a tour?
- No. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings cannot be guaranteed. We adapt our route to seek clear skies and improve viewing opportunities, but weather and aurora activity remain outside our control. See our tour terms for the applicable cancellation and aurora-specific rebooking conditions.