EXPERIENCE THE EXTRAORDINARY - TRAVEL IN THE SPIRIT OF RECONCILIATION
More than just a trip to the Arctic Ocean, TREK2TUK4KIDS is a regenerative travel experience that invests in the future of the Western Arctic.
This intense three day adventure in Northwest Territories includes a supported trek between the communities of Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk, cultural experiences and so much more. TREK2TUK4KIDS is a fundraising initiative with 100% of proceeds to the Beaufort Delta Educational Council's Student Wellness Fund.
Do more than bear witness to the devastating impacts of the Climate Crisis, contribute directly. Leave the Western Arctic cleaner than you found it. TREK2TUK4KIDS is also a clean-up effort! Sanitation supplies will be provided to trekkers who are interested in increasing their impact, with collected refuse to be removed by local authorities.
What does the Student Wellness Fund support? Programming supported by your adventure includes sports and arts programming, student transportation for activities, wellness programs (including suicide prevention) and enrichment opportunities for students of Inuvik East 3 and Tuktoyaktuk Mangilaluk K-12 Schools. Funds raised under this program may also be used to support nutritional programs and counselling, funds are allocated to each school by the district, based on where they will best support student needs.
The 'TREK2TUK4KIDS 2024' experience is customisable, and includes a 3+ night stay, and is designed for 1-6 persons. This self-guided experience includes:
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Round-trip airfare from Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Calgary or Edmonton to Inuvik, NT Canada
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Travellers originating outside Yukon or NWT: Overnight accommodation in Whitehorse, YT** in one direction.
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3+ night stay in Inuvik at a local hotel
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Town of Inuvik tour
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Welcome Dinner and Cultural Showcase in Inuvik
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Supported adventure trek along the Inuvik Tuktoyaktuk Highway in 5-150KM sections, with a choice of walking/running or cycling
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Finale Dinner and Cultural Showcase in Tuktoyaktuk
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Photo opportunities at the Arctic Ocean sign in Tuktoyaktuk
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Transportation back to Inuvik
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Donation of $100 to the BDEC Student Wellness Fund
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Donation of $50 to Hope House in Tuktoyaktuk*
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Whitehorse Nordic spa with transfers to/from (inclusion is a strong recommendation after time in the Arctic!)
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Optional glass blowing, artist experience, museum tour and brewery tours are available in Whitehorse**
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Please note that outside of optional Yukon extension activities this is a sober experience: Tuktoyaktuk is a Dry Community, which SoulFly Experiences' respects.
A life-changing experience from only $1838 per guest
Pricing is double-occupancy with shared accommodation
* Hope House provides a safe space to youth and young adults in Tuktoyaktuk, NT. There is currently an epidemic of suicides among youth in the region, with a great need to support wellness in the community. Hope House is independently operated by local community members and is not a registered non-profit or charitable society. Funds raised will be used to support programming and staffing. Long term plans are to secure a new home for Hope House.
**You've come all this way-extend your stay and experience the vast openness of Yukon's spaces and peoples. SoulFly offers experiences that include wilderness adventures, tasting journeys, artistic expression, and pampering. After TREK2TUK4KIDS Team SoulFly recommend sampling Whitehorse's culinary offerings and learning more about Yukon life.
Departures: This impactful experience is available annually, the next trek is happening:
Thursday June 6th-Sunday June 9th 2024
IMPORTANT Accessibility Information:
This experience offers limited accessibility, however the hosts will make an effort to accommodate travellers with limited mobility, deafness/limited hearing, blindness/limited vision, neurodivergence, and dietary restrictions. We appreciate that accessibility needs vary if you have disabilities and an interest intaking part, our travel expert will work with you.
Economic Access: This package is priced so affordably to encourage you to travel to the Western Artic, expand your mind and soul, and help support the region's youth. Let's make their dreams real.
Walk in the spirit of reconciliation and change lives.
From pricing based on a Vancouver departure and inclusive of flights and 2 night stay in Whitehorse.
