Unpack Once and Experience Alaska's Winter
Borealis Basecamp offers 20 elegant igloos and 8 aurora-viewing cubes (4 adjoining, and 1 family cube that sleeps 5).
A sponsored post with Borealis Basecamp. Updated January 2026.
Winter travel in Alaska comes with a few important realities: Daylight is limited, distances are long, and popular activities like aurora viewing, dog sledding, and snowshoeing take place well outside city centers.
Most winter itineraries involve a lot of moving around. See the northern lights here, go dog sledding there, and enjoy meals in yet another place. Pack, drive, unpack, repeat.
Finding a single place to experience all of Alaska's winter magic is challenging, but it can make your getaway far less stressful. Borealis Basecamp, north of Fairbanks, is one of the very few places in Alaska that manages this. The property brings together aurora viewing, winter activities, and excellent dining in one location—all without feeling like you're compromising on any of them.
Take advantage of Alaska's limited winter daylight hours to enjoy outdoor excursions like UTV tours or a snowmobile ride.
Why Most Alaska Winter Trips Involve Multiple Stops
Communities, trail systems, and activity hot spots are often separated by long stretches of road. Even in the Fairbanks area, it's common to drive 30 minutes between where you're staying, where winter activities operate, and where skies are dark enough for aurora viewing.
Activities like dog sledding and snowshoeing take place right on the property.
Winter adds other complications. Daytimes offer only a small window of sunlight, which limits when certain activities can happen. Snow- and ice-covered roads mean slower speeds, and nighttime driving (when you're aurora hunting) can be tricky if you’re not used to it. Most restaurants are clustered in town, so dining out may require additional car time on evenings when you'd rather stay put.
What Makes Borealis Basecamp Different
Borealis Basecamp sits about 45 minutes north of Fairbanks—far enough from city lights for clear aurora viewing, with open northern views of the sky. When the lights show up, step outside your domed igloo or watch from inside.
Dog sledding and snowshoeing are right on the property, so there's no scheduling around drive times or worrying about road conditions. The day unfolds at its own pace.
After a day outside, dinner's at Lat65 or The Pub—no driving back to town after dark.
Want to skip the rental car entirely? There's a shuttle that runs between the property and Fairbanks.
Plan Your Trip
The best time to stay at Borealis Basecamp is between August 21 and April 10, when aurora season is in full swing.
Packages range from 2 to 4 nights, and the longer you stay, the more adventures you can enjoy! Learn more.
The on-site restaurant, Latitude 65, serves delicious meals featuring sustainable Alaskan seafood and local produce.
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