Je suis en train d'envisager et de tenter de planifier un voyage au Yukon pour la fin Août 2017 (secteur Dawson city / Sud de la Dempster), avec ma chérie. Le but : s'imprégner de l'atmosphère des lieux et si possible voir des aurores et profiter des couleurs d'automne dans la toundra 🙂
Pour le séjour en lui même je n'ai pas trop d'interrogations (bien qu'on ait toujours besoin de conseils !) mais je me pose plusieurs questions concernant le choix du véhicule et j'hésite encore entre louer un SUV "classique" (mais de bonne taille, dans lequel on pourrait dormir à l'arrache) ou un camper truck (beaucoup plus cher mais a priori plus autonome). Pour le camping sous tente, je ne le sens pas très bien à la fin Août (nuits déjà potentiellement froides).
Le truc c'est que je n'y connais absolument rien quand à ce type de véhicule style "camping car"... et du coup je m'imagine mal ce que ça implique en terme d'organisation et je me demande si ça vaut le coup / si ça apporte vraiment un plus.
Quelqu'un aurait-il déjà loué ce style de véhicule et fréquenté ces contrées nordiques avec ? Quelques questions (pouvant sans doute apparaitre "bêtes" pour les habitués mais pour moi c'est l'inconnu total ce type de véhicule) :
- On peut s'arrêter et passer la nuit "n'importe où" (sous entendu dans un endroit où on ne gêne personne bien sûr !) avec ce genre de véhicule ? Ca se fait au Yukon ?
- Quid de l'autonomie réelle ? En gros il faut prévoir d'aller dans des "RV park" pour recharger et vidanger tous les combien ? 2-3-5 jours ? Davantage ?
- Ca donne quoi ce type de véhicule en terme de température la nuit s'il fait 0 ou 5 dehors, faut prévoir un chauffage d'appoint ? J'ai déjà dormi dans ma voiture en France en hiver et ça descend quasi aussi froid qu'à l'extérieur donc pas très agréable.
En gros on récupèrerait le véhicule à Whitehorse puis direction Dawson city où on aimerait rester un peu (une bonne semaine) pour bien s'imprégner de l'atmosphère de la ville puis passer quelques jours dans le secteur de Tombstone / Blackstone sur la Dempster (voir pousser jusqu'au Cercle Arctique pour le symbole).
Le but n'est pas d'avaler des kilomètres et des kilomètres en cherchant à voir le plus de choses possible en peu de temps, mais bien de profiter et de s'imprégner des lieux : balades improvisées, randos, flâneries, rencontres... Et orpaillage aussi ! Et oui, je cherche de l'or en France donc aller au Klondike sans tremper mon pan dans une "creek" ça serait sacrilège 😉 !
Voilà, en gros un petit retour d'expérience de quelqu'un ayant fait le voyage en "camper truck" serait sympa ! Est ce que ça vaut vraiment le coup d'y mettre le prix ?
Je ne comprends pas pourquoi le message a été déplacé dans cette rubrique vu que ma question n'est pas vraiment liée au climat ou à la météo 😉 mais au choix d'un véhicule (+ autres questions annexes à suivre d'où le fait que j'ai posté dans la rubrique généraliste Canada).
Le titre initial de mon message a également été largement modifié c'est quand même hallucinant, ça change complètement le sens de mon message !!!
Certes il y a une ligne sur tout mon message où je parle de la température mais ça n'est pas du tout le sujet central de ma discussion...
Pour l'anecdote, et c'est le plus drôle, je suis passionné de climato et de météo : je n'ai absolument pas besoin de conseils à ce niveau 😇
bonsoir au Yukon il n'y a pas beaucoup de routes, il y a quelques routes principales sion ce sont des pistes en terre..
seulement en s'engageant sur ces pistes faire attention de ne pas se perdre.
Pour ce qui est de camper il y a tellement peu de population que c'est pas la place qui manque
Pour le climat en été la température peut atteindre une vingtaine de degrés parfois il peut y a voir des journées chaudes parce que c'est très sec.
Ne pas perdre de vue qu'on y trouve les plus petits déserts au monde
Quand il pleut la température baisse rapidement même en été
Dans l'absolu oui ça n'est pas indispensable (en France je roule pas mal sur des chemins sans doute pire que la Dempster avec une simple Dacia) mais les loueurs obligent de prendre un 4x4 pour la Dempster... C'est bien spécifié chez Driving Force Whitehorse par exemple.
Après bien sûr on est pas obligé de respecter les consignes c'est vrai ;) D'ailleurs j'y réfléchis aussi... Après l'avantage d'un gros SUV c'est qu'on peut dormir dedans.
L'utilitaire sport est la meilleure solution, qu'il soit 4x4, intégral ou propulsion 2x4. Vous aurez l'option de dormir dans une tente s'il fait beau. Pour l'orpaillage, faut seulement éviter les concessions placériennes actives. Si je retournais dans ce coin, moi aussi j'irais jusqu'au cercle arctique, la vallée du fleuve McKenzie est plutôt ordnaire. S'il pleut depuis des jours, ou si on en prévoit pour les prochains jours, vaut mieux faire demi tour à Windy Pass, la route peut revenue dégeu.
Pour l'orpaillage j'ai vu qu'il y avait la claim #6 en libre accès mais tous les touristes y vont.
La solution est sans doute de boire des bières avec des prospecteurs au Pit' ou dans un bar de Dawson et de se faire inviter sur l'exploitation haha 😉
Après l'orpaillage n'est pas le but premier du voyage, mais bon tant qu'à être à Dawson, faudra quand même tester un cours d'eau du coin !
Tiens voici de l'or français, mes plus grosses trouvailles (ça ne vaut pas le Yukon mais c'est pas mal quand même) :
Je suis toujours sur mon projet. J'ai abandonné l'idée du campertruck pour rester sur un SUV classique. On avisera pour les hébergements 😉
Concernant les billets d'avions entre la France et Whitehorse c'est le grand flou et le grand yoyo des prix depuis que je regarde.
Pour les habitués : quand vaut-il mieux réserver ses billets (pour un départ vers le 15 Août me concernant) ? Vaut-il mieux s'en préoccuper rapidement où y a t'il des chances de voir les prix baisser en attendant 3-4 mois avant le départ (soit environ mi-mars / mi-avril) ?
Il faut quand même faire attention à un tronçon de la Dempster highway en raison des coquillages fossilisés qui sont mélangés au revêtement de la piste. Le risque de déchirement des pneus est réel. Ne pas rejoindre Inuvik sans deux pneus de rechange.
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We're leaving on June 19th for an 8-day road trip in South Iceland. I've heard that even in summer, it's cold and the weather can change several times a day. Should we mainly pack winter gear, like a K-Way, fleece, down jacket, beanie, etc.?
We’d love to visit Georgetown and the beautiful beaches of Langkawi from mid-September to early October, but we’re worried it’ll be a real steam bath 🥵
Thanks to anyone who can share their experience!
Mitisi
For those who’ve experienced it, what’s the weather like in Shanghai at the end of December?
I’ve heard it’s cold, but coming from France, is the winter milder than in Lyon, for example?
I’m tempted to spend the Christmas holidays in Shanghai and the surrounding areas (Nanjing, Suzhou) with my family—kids are 11 and 2. It’d be a bummer if the little one catches a cold over there.
Generally, is this a good time for simple family visits to the main spots, restaurants in the city, indoor heating, and outdoor walks?
Hi everyone, I’m planning a trip to Mauritius—anyone have advice on when to go? I’m thinking April, May, or June for my stay. Which month would you recommend for the best beach weather, sunbathing, and exploring the island? Thanks!
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we’re planning to travel through Patagonia (Chile and Argentina) in February and March 2027.
From a seasonal and weather perspective, at that time of year and with hiking as our main activity, is it better to explore Patagonia from south to north or the other way around?
Thanks in advance.
Anne Marie
I’ve planned a three-week itinerary for this summer, from August 9 to 27, in Sri Lanka:
Negombo – 1 night
Sigiriya and the Cultural Triangle – 4 nights
Kandy – 2 nights
Ella – 3 nights
Tangalle – 6 nights
Colombo Airport – 1 night
I know this isn’t the ideal time for the south since the beach conditions aren’t great, but we’ve booked a hotel with a pool and won’t be swimming in the sea. We want to relax after all the travel since we’re bringing our two kids, aged 6 and 8.
I know the east would be better, but (i) I’m struggling to find suitable accommodation, and (ii) it adds a lot of travel time, and my kids can only handle about 3 hours at a stretch.
I looked into Arugam Bay, but it’s a 7-hour trip back to Colombo from there.
I’ve checked every weather site imaginable, but they don’t all agree. Do you think we’ll spend our whole trip in the rain, or is the monsoon in the south mostly limited to the sea, as I’ve read?
I’m worried about ending up in the middle of a natural disaster with my two young kids, given recent events.
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After reading quite a few posts and buying a guidebook, I’m still struggling to finalize my suitcase.
Given that we’ll be visiting both islands during our road trip and suitcases aren’t exactly expandable,
I’ve noted that temperatures can be changeable—but should I pack more winter clothes than summer ones?
Thanks for your help
We’ve decided to go to Skopelos for 2 weeks at the end of April. What kind of weather should we expect? Any special things to know about this remote island?
Thanks for your tips
Hi there. On my itinerary from São Luís to Jericoacoara, I’ll be passing through the Lençóis. Is there any point stopping there this time of year? Apparently, the lagoons are dry, but aside from the lagoons, is the surrounding landscape still interesting enough to warrant a 1- or 2-day stop? Thanks in advance for your help.
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We’ve booked our flight tickets and we’re leaving from October 29th to November 13th for Mauritius.
I just reserved our accommodation in Cap Malheureux.
We’re used to hot and especially very sunny destinations like Oman, Jordan, Uzbekistan...
If you can reassure me about the period—can we expect sunny weather? I’m really dreaming of discovering Le Morne Brabant under beautiful sunshine...
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Hi everyone,
I need to go to Sri Lanka at the end of January.
I’ve seen that many roads, hotels, and parks were closed after the cyclone, which unfortunately caused a lot of damage.
Does anyone have more information?
Would it be wiser to postpone our trip?
Thanks, Alain.
Hi,
I’m planning a trip to Oman, probably the first half of February to avoid the extreme heat and Ramadan.
But after checking various weather sites and reading accounts, I’m a bit worried about rain, which can apparently be frequent and heavy in February. I’d love to hear from travelers or locals who’ve been there recently.
What would be the ideal month to explore Oman without extreme heat or rain? November?
Also, it’s best to avoid visiting the wadis on weekends—does that mean Saturday and Sunday?
This year, 2026, I can only get away in April and May. I never travel during these months usually, and from what I know, they aren’t the best for India. But in such a big country, there are always spots that are better than others weather-wise.
Which region would you recommend?
Given that I’ve already traveled quite a bit in this country, and in any case, I’ll be discovering places I don’t know yet. No need for a major tourist hotspot or luxury comfort.
Hi everyone,
We’d love to return to India next year for 3 weeks (we visited Rajasthan about fifteen years ago). Unfortunately, we’re tied to traveling in September, and our initial plan was to explore Himachal Pradesh. However, it seems like that might not be the best month for this region.
Could you share your experiences from that time of year in Shimla, Manali, Dharamsala, or even the Spiti Valley—in short, anywhere in Himachal Pradesh? Otherwise, which region of India would you recommend for a September trip?
Thanks so much!
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I’ve looked into a few different options: Brazil, Cambodia, and Ecuador. The last one really appeals to me, but what’s making me hesitate is the risk of our trip being a bit too rainy (literally ),
We’re more drawn to the Andes, exploring colonial cities, typical villages, markets, and a bit of the coast. We’ve already gotten a taste of this in Bolivia, Colombia, and Chile. Plus, we’d love to do part of it by car since we’re used to driving at our own pace and stopping whenever we feel like it. Anyway, time’s running out, and I need to decide so I can finalize a route and book the tickets!!
Can anyone help me make up my mind or decide to postpone it for later? But for this year, I don’t have any other time slot to travel. Thanks for reading this far! !
I’ve planned a trip to Asia for the first half of November.
I’ll arrive in Singapore at the start of November for about 3 days, and I’ll leave from Bangkok in mid-November.
In between, I’d like to gradually head north to visit some less touristy islands on the Thai coast.
Since the weather is a big risk during this period, I’d love to hear your recommendations.
I’m looking for: sunshine, snorkeling, beaches, nature / jungle in places that are easily accessible without too much transport to make the most of my trip.
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip to Chile this coming August and would love to head down to Chiloé. We’ve heard that as we go further south at this time of year, the weather gets pretty rough.
What’s the weather like in Chiloé in late August/early September? What activities can we do? And which ones become really tricky because of the weather?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Marie
So great to be back on this forum after being away for—I don’t even know what!
I’m planning a trip to Malaysia in July with my 5-year-old son. The thing is, I’m not sure which coast to choose. AI keeps telling me east one minute and west the next. Which spot is least affected by rain during this time?
Hey everyone! 🙂
Just giving you the quick context: A group of friends and I are planning a trip to South Korea (Seoul/Busan) at the end of June/July next year. It falls right in the middle of the monsoon season, but we don’t really have other availability options.😕
I’d love to hear from people who’ve visited the country and these cities during this period—basically, is it not as bad as it sounds, or should we just cancel our tickets (we don’t mind the heat, it’s mostly the rain that scares us).
I know there are plenty of indoor activities, but do you think we’ll still manage to get a few sunny days, or will it be torrential rain for our entire 2-week trip?
The only other country we’ve visited during the rainy season is Brazil (in the northeast) around the same time, and honestly, aside from a few really annoying downpours, we had sunshine most of the time and it was awesome. That said, the climate is totally different, so I’m not sure how relevant the comparison is.
Thanks in advance to anyone who takes the time to read or reply to this post! 🙂
Hi everyone.
Not sure if guidebooks, agencies, and other tour operators are keeping up by changing their visiting hours and offerings.
Personally, I see a promising opportunity here—jumping on this adaptation to extreme climates before others do, since they’re inevitably coming.
From my own travel experience, I’ve met a few guides so far who are starting to adjust, like in Egypt, Kenya, Senegal, and elsewhere.
They avoid crowds and the hottest hours by starting their tours around 6–7 AM, when it’s cooler.
Yeah, you’ve gotta wake up early, but the payoff is so worth it. 😴
If you’ve got any great tips like this, why not discuss them in this thread and share addresses or websites where the people in charge have realized climate change is real and are adapting? 😊
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip to Namibia in 2026.
I’m torn between visiting the Fish River Canyon and the Caprivi Strip / Victoria Falls.
I’d also love your advice on the best time to travel for wildlife viewing and pleasant weather.
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It seems that in recent years, January and February in Bohol have seen an increase in rainy periods. Have any of you noticed this?
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- Thermolactyl leggings and tights from Damart for the whole family as a base layer.
- A first layer of Damart socks + Nordic Stocks socks in 70% merino wool for all four of us.
- Loose fleece layers, including some Polartec.
- Ski pants for hikes.
- For my son and me, a The North Face Himalayan down parka with a hood.
- A ski parka for my husband and my 14-year-old daughter (she *really* wants a Roxy one—I hope it’ll be warm enough).
- For myself, for the flight and the first day at Santa’s village, I’ve packed The North Face winter hiking pants, a long-sleeve merino wool top from Decathlon (thin), a fleece, and my big parka.
I’m wondering if I should just pack fleece joggers or sweatpants for the kids and my husband, at least for the first and last days, to be comfortable on the plane?
I’m also planning to buy balaclavas and neck warmers in addition to our beanies, as well as mittens for all of us. I really need advice because I have no idea—I’ve never been skiing! Also, for a 4-night, 5-day trip, should I pack a second set of base layers, like from Odlo?
Of course, I’ll be leaving cotton clothes out of the suitcase.
As you can tell, I’m someone who gets cold easily—especially my feet, hands, and ears—so that’s my biggest worry. I *don’t* want to be cold, even at -20°C during dog sledding, snowmobiling, or aurora hunting when we might be standing still. We won’t be in the city, and the kids will likely spend most of their time outside, as they usually do.
Hi there!
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Greenland in early August.
Could anyone tell me what kind of weather and temperatures to expect?
I’ve heard there are mosquitoes—is that true?
Thanks!😊
Sunny destinations in October???
Not too much rain.
Martinique, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Mauritius, Cape Verde, or somewhere else?????
Any tips? Thanks for your help
