Thanks to the lack of light pollution, the aurora borealis shines really bright here at Borealis Basecamp. This off-the-grid experiential hotel lies just 40 km (25 miles) from the city of Fairbanks, nestled within 100 acres of pristine boreal forest. The property has a remote wilderness feeling but is still easily accessible.
The property has a range of glass domed igloos and cubes that provide a comfortable base when exploring, and a unique stay with the opportunity to watch the northern lights from the comfort of your bed. A range of winter activities are on offer from the lodge including dogsledding and snowmobiling, and fresh, local meals are included daily.
OUR OPINION:
This is one of the best locations to see the northern lights in Alaska and the igloos and domes provide a comfortable winter base.
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Rooms
The accommodation at Borealis Basecamp takes the form of spacious fiberglass domes with vast clear ceilings, stretching 5 m (16 ft) across. Spending the night here you can lie back on comfortable beds with luxurious linens and watch the northern lights dance in the sky above. The domes have European-style interiors with elegant furnishings, as well as smaller kitchenette domes with tea, coffee and hot chocolate making facilities. There are also en suite bathrooms with toiletries provided.
Location
Just 40 km (25 miles) from the city of Fairbanks, the basecamp is nestled within 100 acres of pristine boreal forest. Although it has the feeling of being in the wilderness, it’s still easily accessible. The camp includes the 50-minute roundtrip transfers to and from Fairbanks in their packages.
Food and drink
The dining yurt serves up fresh, local produce with casual European touches. A complimentary breakfast is served every morning, consisting of fresh juice, meats, cheeses, local bread, cereals, and fruit. For lunch, Borealis guests can choose from four different daily soups served in a bread bowl, accompanied by a Caesar salad. The dinner menu is made up of Canadian classics, like king crab, ribs, and pasta. If you’re after some privacy, you can have dinner delivered to your dome if arranged before your stay.
Facilities and activities
The primary reason for visiting the camp is for the northern lights viewing opportunities. Winter guests of Borealis Basecamp can also make the most of the property’s arranged activities, which include dog mushing, photography classes and snowmobiling tours. A package with the camp includes one complimentary activity on the second day at the camp.
Tour ideas in Fairbanks
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Borealis Basecamp as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Barrow Community ![Arctic flightseeing]()
Barrow Community
Barrow Community
Together with your fellow travelers you start the Barrow sightseeing tour where you witness ceremonies and traditions of the native culture as you tour the Inupiat Heritage Center, a National Park Service affiliated site.
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Sternwheeler Riverboat Tour ![Dried fish, riverboat discovery tour]()
Sternwheeler Riverboat Tour
Sternwheeler Riverboat Tour
This three hour tour on an authentic sternwheeler riverboat will take you into the heart of Alaska and the heart of a family who has made the rivers of Alaska a way of life for four generations.
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Fairbanks and nearby places
- Denali Park Entrance 172 kilometers away
- Denali National Park 280 kilometers away
- Tok 308 kilometers away
- Talkeetna 328 kilometers away
- Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve 423 kilometers away
- Anchorage 445 kilometers away
- Valdez 449 kilometers away
- McCarthy & Kennicott 476 kilometers away
- Prince William Sound 499 kilometers away
- Cooper Landing 523 kilometers away