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Whitehorse Area

Wild Ice Waterfall Adventure

Equinox Adventures

Spend a full day in the backcountry and climb a frozen waterfall, with spectacular views of the Yukon wilderness.

Overview

  • Stunning backcountry location
  • All gear included
  • Experienced, local guides
  • Lunch, snacks and hot drinks
  • Spectacular photo opportunities
  • Adventure of a lifetime

Highlights

We will pick you up at your accommodation and bring you to our shop where we gear up for the day. (Option to meet us at the shop if you prefer). We have a large selection of boots and crampons and will make sure to find a pair that fits you well for the climb ahead. Harnesses, helmets, and ice axes are also provided.

Travelling to the waterfall involves a one hour drive and a 45 min - 1 hr hike. 

Our guides are experienced locals who love ice climbing and are eager to share this unique northern activity with our guests. If you are new to ice climbing, your guide will give you some pro tips on basic ice climbing techniques and a safety demonstration.

We begin with a short vertical climb of approximately 60 feet. This is your chance to get a feel for swinging the axe, planting your feet, and moving your body up the ice.

The 500 ft waterfall above our “practice route” is the main attraction. The ice cascades in a series of frozen steps, giving us plenty of natural opportunities for rests, snacks, and photo opportunities. With each section of the climb, the beautiful Yukon wilderness surrounding us is revealed. 

This is a full day tour. Be prepared for a 7-8 hour day including transportation, gearing up, hiking in, and climbing. The climbing portion of the day is roughly 3-4 hours, with many variables depending on fitness level, snow and ice conditions, and travel time.

Details

Duration
7-8 hrs including travel
Level
Advanced
Dates
December 1 - March 30
Price
$369/person

Operator testimonials

Unique and Fantastic Experience

soitgoes14

We had the pleasure to take part in the Equinox ice wall climb and zip line excursion and it was one of our best experiences while visiting Whitehorse. They wall is right next to the Takhini Hot Springs. Our guide that day was Chris who is the owner and he was amazing. Very helpful and extremely friendly. We felt safe in everything we did.
The ice wall climb can be challenging but Chris sets you up for success. In between climbs he had warm tea for us to enjoy as we relaxed. He was very informative about not only ice wall climbing but with any other questions we had about the area. After we were done we went down the zip line across the frozen lake. The view over the lake is pretty amazing and when you zip line down it you get a great rush.
Again this was a great part of our trip and we felt like we did something that we would be able to do few other places.
Highly Recommended!

Happy Repeat Customer

Christina D

I first climbed with Equinox three years ago when I signed up for a private Intro to Ice Climbing class at the ice tower as something fun to do on a Yukon holiday. I've returned each winter since, bringing friends to climb the ice towers and hiring Chris as a private guide for back country ice climbing. They offer great instruction for kids and adults and there are several beautiful local ice climbing areas for day trips. They have rental equipment available.

Great experience in Yukon!

DELANDRE S

We spent 3 hours ice climbing. First time for all of us. Equinox team is very professional and friendly. We spent a very good time climbing with them and learning about their passion. I would go back again for sure!

Great time for Families!

nusutlin

Just spent and excellent afternoon with Equinox climbing the towers at Mt. Sima, Whitehorse. We were three kids ages 10, 12, and 15. Adults had a hoot watching, this time. Kids were all busy doing something for the whole two hours. A great introduction to ice climbing and ziplining!