With a reliable 4x4 vehicle, pre-booked accommodations and a detailed travel kit you are set to explore. Activities can include a flight to Mt. McKinley, swimming in outdoor hot springs, skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing, crossing the arctic circle and viewing the amazing aurora borealis. If you time it right, the Iditarod and Yukon Quest sled dog races are major attractions. Most of the main highways are open and winter driving conditions are reasonably good. If you need winter gear, Anchorage has a number of first rate outdoor stores.
Prices are reasonable and equipment rental is available.
Fairbanks is the acknowledged hub for winter activities and from here both of our chosen locations are accessed. What better time to visit Alaska than during the peak of the Aurora Borealis. With comfortable lodge accommodation and a variety of daily outdoor activities to choose from, Alaska is clearly a premier destination for winter fun. Our two chosen resorts are Bettles Lodge in the Arctic and Chena Hot Springs, near Fairbanks. Both offer slightly different experiences and yet have a powerful focus on Aurora Borealis viewing.