Tincup Lodge Cost Breakdown: What's Included (And What You'll Pay Extra For)

Photo credit: Meinrad Humm, Tincup Wilderness Lodge
 

Understanding Tincup Lodge's All-Inclusive Pricing

When you book Tincup Lodge, you're paying for more than accommodation: you're investing in exclusive access to a remote Yukon wilderness lodge where logistics, comfort, and safety are handled for you. Below is a clear breakdown of what your rate includes and what additional costs to plan for.

What's Included in Your Tincup Lodge Rate

Accommodation

Your rate includes:

• Private cabin with bathroom (hot-water shower and lavatory)
• Comfortable bedding and quality linens
• Modern interior furnishings designed and produced in Europe specifically for the Lodge
• All utilities including limited solar power and heating
• Fresh linens and towels changed mid-stay for longer visits

Each cabin is fully private and designed for comfort while maintaining a low environmental footprint.
 

All Meals and Non-Alcoholic Beverages

The lodge provides:

• Full breakfast served family-style
• Lunch at the Lodge or packed for day adventures
• Appetizers during evening social time
• Dinner featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients when possible
• Snacks available throughout the day
• Coffee, tea, juice, and soft drinks
• Filtered lake water (safe to drink)

Special dietary needs (vegetarian, gluten-free, allergies) can be accommodated with advance notice.

Transportation to and from the Lodge

Your rate includes:

• Transfers from Burwash Landing to Tincup Lodge by floatplane or helicopter
• Return transfers at the end of your stay
• Weight limits typically 40–50 lbs per person (confirmed before arrival)
• Scenic flight over remote wilderness

Note: Commercial flights to Whitehorse are not included and must be booked separately.

Activities and Equipment

Guests have access to self-directed activities and provided equipment:

• Canoes and kayaks
• Fishing rods, reels, lures, flies, and tackle
• Hiking gear (walking sticks, day packs)
• Safety equipment (bear spray, first aid kits, radios)
• Binoculars for wildlife viewing

Optional Add-Ons:

• Heli-adventures or scenic helicopter tours
• Extended wildlife or wilderness exploration
• Satellite phone usage for non-emergency calls

Note: Wildlife is present in the area, but sightings are not guaranteed. There are no included guided activities.

Additional Lodge Services

• Arrival orientation covering safety and logistics
• Flexible daily schedules based on weather and personal preference
• Shore lunches during fishing trips
• Evening gatherings and lodge history storytelling
• High eco-standards, including ECO Canada´s Yukon Sustainability Award recognition (2025)

What's NOT Included (Budget Extra For These)

Commercial flights to Yukon (Whitehorse)

• Hotel stays before or after lodge transfer
• Airport transfers outside the Lodge-arranged transfer
• Personal items: specialty fishing gear, cameras, medications, toiletries, sunscreen, insect repellent
• Fishing licenses (required; conservation license additional if keeping fish)

Why Tincup’s All-Inclusive Is Worth It

• Exclusive access to unfished waters
• Local knowledge shared by experienced wilderness residents
• Wildlife encounters as a natural part of the environment
• Complete disconnection—no cell service by design
• Safety systems designed for true remoteness
• Flexibility to adapt plans based on weather

Who Finds the Best Value

Best for: First-time wilderness visitors, serious anglers, photographers, couples or families seeking a hassle-free wilderness experience.

What Past Guests Say About Value

Many past guests highlight how memorable and rewarding their stay at Tincup Wilderness Lodge was, especially given the remote setting and all-inclusive nature of the experience. For example:

• One reviewer called Tincup an “absolutely phenomenal and peaceful lodge in the Yukon,” praising the unique experience, the high standard of cabins, the meals, and the remote setting that made the trip feel special.
• Another guest described Tincup as a “fantastic one-of-a-kind remote Yukon experience”, noting the well-thought-out cabins, excellent meals, and thoughtful amenities that contributed to a trip of a lifetime. 

These kinds of firsthand comments show that many travellers find the value in Tincup lies not just in the inclusions, but in the overall experience of peace, scenery, comfort, and hospitality that comes from being deep in the wilderness.
 

👉 You can read more guest reviews on the Tincup Wilderness Lodge TripAdvisor page here: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g18775021-d12262158-Reviews-Tincup_Wilderness