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the land speaks louder than the engine. It’ s physically demanding, sure, but it’ s emotionally powerful too.”
The tour is typically 6 to 9 days, with flexible lodging options ranging from rustic tent setups under the northern sky to cozy inns in Indigenous communities like Inuvik. The Dempster itself is a test of both man and machine, unpaved, remote, and wildly scenic.
O’ Donnell’ s calm demeanour and encyclopaedic knowledge of northern roads make him more than a guide; he’ s a storyteller, a steward, and, in many ways, an unofficial ambassador for the Yukon.
Whether it’ s discussing local Indigenous history over a campfire, navigating a washed-out trail with surgical precision, or simply pausing for a silent moment overlooking the Ogilvie Mountains, O’ Donnell ensures every trip has soul.
Arctic Moto is part of a growing trend toward deeper, more meaningful travel. For those craving adrenaline laced with authenticity, and adventure grounded in place and purpose, O’ Donnell and his team offer something rare: a chance to ride into the North not just as a visitor, but as part of a story that’ s still being written.
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