AURORA OVERNIGHT

Two-Day Dog Sledding & Northern Lights Glamping Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey deep into the Alaskan wilderness. This all-inclusive two-day dog sledding and aurora viewing adventure combines the thrill of driving your own team of Siberian Huskies with the magic of winter glamping under the northern lights.

After hotel pickup in Fairbanks, you'll receive Arctic gear and hands-on mushing instruction before heading out with your own dog team, led by a professional certified wilderness guide. Your destination? A private, off-grid aurora viewing camp tucked into the wilds of Interior Alaska. After settling the dogs and enjoying a hot wilderness dinner, relax outside to watch for swirling ribbons of light in the night sky before you cozy up in your heated Arctic Oven tent.

No previous mushing experience is required—just a spirit of adventure and moderate physical ability.

THE DETAILS

Location
📍North of Fairbanks, Alaska

Price
$2,799 USD per person

Duration
🗓️ 2 days

Season
November - March

Group Size
Min 2| Max 4

Physical Rating
Easy to moderate

INCLUDED

Pricing is all-inclusive—everything you need for a seamless, unforgettable adventure is taken care of. That means:

Hotel pickup & drop-off – Stress-free travel to and from Arctic Dog Adventure Co.
Heated Arctic Oven tent accommodations – Fully outfitted with linens, down duvets, and cozy extras (2 guests per tent).
Alaskan-inspired meals & snacks – From trailside lunches to hearty wilderness dinners.
Hands-on dog mushing lessons – Learn to harness, drive, and care for your own team.
Drive your own dog team – A small, eager team of Siberian Huskies to partner with you on this adventure.
Cold weather gear – Includes parka, snow pants, boots, gloves and mittens.
Basic photography instruction – Tips for capturing the aurora and moments on the trail.

NOT INCLUDED

Flights to Fairbanks: You will need to book flights to Fairbanks.
Pre and Post Trip Hotel in Fairbanks.
Insurance: You must have travel insurance. Our trips are in high demand and last minute cancellations are not refunded. Instructions will be provided after you register.
Alcohol: Alcohol is not included in the price.

Day 1: Into the Wild

At a glance:

Pick-up: 10 a.m. from Fairbanks hotel
Meals: Breakfast on your own; lunch at Arctic Dog Adventure Co.; hot dinner at camp
Distance: 10–15 trail miles
Camp: Kitchen tent, two heated Arctic Ovens (2 guests each), and privy
Highlights: Heated tents, cold-weather gear, hands-on mushing, pure roadless wilderness, exclusive aurora viewing location.

The day begins with a sense of anticipation as you're picked up from your Fairbanks hotel at 10 a.m. By mid-morning, you’re at Arctic Dog Adventure Co., sipping a warm drink as you and your guide review gear and packing list for the journey. After lunch, you bundle into your expedition parka, pants, and boots and head outside to meet your new teammates: your dog team.

The dogs are happy and excited, tails wagging and eager to run. After a brief safety orientation and mushing lesson, you step onto the runners of your sled, heart pounding, and pull the snow hook. With a shout of “Hike!” the team surges forward. You grip the handlebars, knees slightly bent, adjusting to the movement of the sled as you follow your guide through an old wildfire scar to a high ridge overlooking the Chatanika River Valley.

Framed by the rolling foothills of the White Mountains, this wilderness—free of roads or railways—stretches unbroken for hundreds of miles, all the way to the Arctic Ocean. Snow-covered hills roll in every direction, and the only sound is the rhythmic patter of paws and the hush of sled runners gliding over snow.

As the afternoon light fades, you arrive at our private Aurora Camp, accessible only by dog team or snowmachine. Perched on a ridge north of Fairbanks, far from light pollution, the camp includes a kitchen tent, two heated Arctic Oven glamping tents, and a privy. Unharness your dogs and tuck them in for the night, a quiet moment of connection and care.

Your accommodation for the night is a heated 9×9×7 ft Alaskan Arctic Oven Igloo tent—cozy, warm, and softly lit with twinkle lights. Inside, warmth radiates from the stove and two twin beds made with linen sheets, down comforters, and alpaca blankets promise restorative sleep. There is ample room for gear at the foot of the beds.

After a hearty wilderness dinner in the communal kitchen tent, step outside into the crisp night air. Above, the sky begins to shimmer—green ribbons of aurora ripple across the blackness, dancing above the pristine forest. Wrapped in down and silence, you watch the lights dance until sleep calls.

Day 2: Deep Winter Trails

At a glance:

Meals: Breakfast at camp; lunch on the trail; dinner on your own.
Distance: 12–20 miles by dog sled.
Drop off at your Fairbanks hotel between 5–7 p.m. AKST
Highlights: Deeper trail exploration, remote campfire lunch, expansive views, stronger connection with your dog team, hands-on mushing experience.

Wake to the barking of sled dogs getting fed and the smell of coffee drifting from the kitchen tent. Outside, your team greets the day with wagging tails. After a hot breakfast, you harness the dogs and set off once more—this time venturing deeper into the wilderness.

The trail winds through frosted birch forest before dropping into the a quiet valley. Snow muffles sound, and the world feels hushed and pristine. A gradual climb opens up sweeping views of the distant Alaska Range. Around midday, you pause in a thick black spruce grove for a trailside campfire, warm drinks, and lunch while the dogs rest.

The return journey is serene and beautiful. You glide past snow-laden black spruce, climbing gentle ridges where the views stretch for miles. The bond with your team deepens—they pull with purpose, and you ride with growing confidence and joy.

By late afternoon, you arrive back at the kennel. After unharnessing your dogs and whispering your thanks, you return your expedition gear to the cabin and climb into the truck—tired, exhilarated, and carrying the quiet magic of the trail with you.

Adventure doesn’t have to mean roughing it. We've elevated this Aurora Camp with thoughtful touches so you can enjoy the rugged beauty of the Alaskan backcountry comfortably:

Cozy heated Arctic Igloo tents – Made in Alaska, these Arctic Ovens are tall enough to stand in, with plush carpets on the floor and a vented propane stove to keep you warm.
A comfortable night’s sleep – Down duvets and alpaca blankets on twin size cots, with real pillows for added luxury.
Hot meals in style – A heated dining tent with table and chairs paired with fresh, homemade meals.
Fresh coffee and hot tea anytime – With hot water, cocoa, cider, and snacks always available.
Thoughtful amenities – Drying racks for your gear, twinkle lights, and camp chairs to enjoy the auroras overhead.

▶️ Watch our video tour of the Aurora Glamping Tent

After mushing your own dog team, exploring breathtaking landscapes, and soaking in the winter serenity, arrive to a basecamp that feels like a cozy retreat.

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FITNESS CHECK

You will not be allowed to participate if you cannot pass this Pre-Adventure Fitness Check:

Balance – Stand on each foot, one at a time, for 5 seconds. (Participants should note which leg feels stronger, as this side may feel more natural when pedaling.)
Coordination – Cross-body movement: touch right hand to left foot, then left hand to right foot.
Coordination – Perform five (5) jumping jacks. (Feet must move apart and together with control.)
Mobility – Bend down and touch your toes (bending knees is acceptable).
Mobility – From lying flat on the stomach on the ground, return to a standing position within 10 seconds.

FITNESS REQUIREMENTS

No previous mushing experience is required.

We will teach you everything you need to know to feel comfortable and well-equipped for your time on the trail. 99% of our clients have never stepped foot on a dog sled before! You are accompanied at all times by a professional dog sledding guide who oversees the whole experience, allowing you to relax and enjoy the thrill of driving your own dog team. The tour is about 50% uphill, meaning it will be necessary to help your dogs uphill, which requires some balance and cardio output. Here are some guidelines to discuss to see if this tour is the right fit for you.

Are you in good cardiovascular health? You will need to actively help and run up the hill behind your dogs for periods of 30 seconds up to a minute.
Can you bend down to tie your own shoes, pick items up off the ground ?
Can you comfortably hike 2-3 miles at a time ?
If you are lying flat on the ground, can you get yourself to your feet in under 10 seconds?
Can you balance on each leg for 5-10 seconds?
Can you grip the handlebar with both hands?
Are you pregnant past the second trimester? If yes, dog sledding is not for you at this time.

Read more about the fitness required for dog sledding here.

WEIGHT LIMIT

Overall fitness and mobility is more important than weight. Be sure you can comply with the fitness requirements listed above. Be honest about your weight when registering so we can be sure to match you with the right dogs.

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