Overview & Highlights

Experience the very best of winter in Alaska with this unforgettable Arctic getaway. Fly into the stunning Brooks Range and stay at a remote wilderness lodge where the Northern Lights feel close enough to touch. This package includes all meals at the lodge, daily breakfast in Fairbanks, arctic gear, and unlimited use of snowshoes and cross-country skis. It’s the ultimate winter escape above the Arctic Circle—peaceful, pristine, and truly wild.

# of Days: 6 Days
Leaving From: Fairbanks
Starting Price: $2,399 plus $98 tax per person
Destinations: Fairbanks
Includes:
  • Northern Lights Viewing
  • Flightseeing towards Brooks Range
  • Fairbanks, Bettles Lodge
  • 11 meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

Every Vacation Can Be Customized

Itinerary

  • 1

    Day 1 - Arrive Fairbanks

    Transfer to your hotel included.

  • 2

    Day 2 - Fly to Bettles Lodge

    Today the adventure starts as you board your small plane for your flight across the Arctic Circle to Bettles Lodge. Bettles is located 35 miles north of the Arctic Circle in one of the last true pristine wilderness areas in the world.

    The small village of Bettles resides on the banks of the Koyukuk River, in the foothills of the Brooks Range - the northernmost mountain range in North America. It is known as the "jumping off" point of adventure into the Brooks Mountain Range, Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve, Noatak National Preserve, and Kobuk Valley National Park.

    At Bettles you are met and transferred to the lodge. Check in to a deluxe room. Here you will plan your next two days of activities and be outfitted in your Arctic gear and snowshoes. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)

  • 3

    Day 3 - Bettles Lodge

    Today enjoy all that Bettles Lodge has to offer.  You will tour the village of Bettles today and then have free time to explore the area. Check with lodge for optional activities.  (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)

  • 4

    Day 4 - Bettles Lodge

    During your stay the lodge will wake you when there are Northern Lights out. The lodge also provides transportation around the village on a mutually agreeable schedule.(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)

  • 5

    Day 5 - Bettles Lodge to Fairbanks

    Enjoy breakfast at the lodge. You will depart by small plane back to Fairbanks. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel. Tonight you may get another look at the Northern Lights. (Breakfast Included)

  • 6

    Day 6 - Fairbanks to home

    Depart for home with great memories. (Breakfast Included)

Pricing

Bettles Lodge Experience

Departure Dates (2025)

Double

3rd/4th

Single

November - March

$2,399

$1,899

$3,249

TAXES

$89

$76

$130

* Prices are per person based on the occupancy shown.
* 3rd and 4th person rates are based on sharing with two full-fare guests.
* Unless otherwise indicated, all rates shown are per person in U.S. Dollars, sharing double occupancy. All rates are subject to change.
* Unless otherwise indicated, all tours are available for daily departure within the effective date range.

2025 Brochure

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