Winters above the Arctic Circle are long – ideal for winter fun! Bundle up and venture outside to cross country ski, snowshoe, or enjoy the beautiful winter landscape.
Packrafting is an adventurous way to move through Alaska’s Arctic. Many rivers, quite close to Wiseman, offer various skill-level for day or overnight trips.
The long summer daylight hours of Alaska’s Arctic offer ample opportunity to explore. The dramatic Brooks Range wilderness invites you to play outside.
Consider a flightseeing trip or other wilderness access flying with Dirk and Danielle Nickisch at Coyote Air in Coldfoot. They have an office at the Coldfoot airport.
The Brooks Range area is home to moose, fox, lynx, Dall sheep, wolf, and unique birds. Bring a set of binoculars to enjoy the wildlife above the Arctic Circle.
Every year millions of birds from several continents migrate to and from Alaska's northern region. Enjoy seeing some of the Arctic's unique birds.
What our Customers say
Rick Tiesso
"We drove 4,753 miles to reach Wiseman, after meeting Berni and Uta it turned out to be one of the highlights of our adventure to Alaska ..."
Dellie Carter
"Next time we must make this spot a five-day stop. I feel sorry for our next hosts because we now have experienced the 'real' Alaska."
Eric Down
"I had no idea such beauty and hospitality still existed in the world. Wonderful place, wonderful people, I will come back with my family."
The Smiths
"One of the nicest places we have stayed - cabins lovely and cozy. Beautiful scenery - a winter wonderland!"
Lynn Bowers
"So, guest-houses are guest-houses all over the world, nicht wahr? Luxury, comfort, kindness, situation may be first-class. But ARCTIC GETAWAY is SPECIAL."
Anonymous
"Absolutely magnificent weather and scenery - far better than my imagination dared to conjure up. It was everything one hopes Alaska to be!