An "aurora camp" is a fixed wilderness base — often with a campfire, heated cabin or teepee, and sometimes glass-roofed shelters — where you wait comfortably for the Northern Lights to appear.
What to expect
Camps offer warmth, hot drinks, snacks and shelter, plus an open view of the northern sky. Some have glass igloos or a large campfire kota (teepee) so you stay cosy while watching.
Camp vs mobile hunt
A camp is comfortable and relaxed, ideal for families — but it's a fixed location, so if clouds roll in, you can't move. A mobile aurora tour drives to the clearest skies, which usually gives a higher success rate.
Best of both
Some trips combine a camp base with the flexibility to move if needed — the ideal mix of comfort and success.
Good for families
The warmth and campfire make aurora camps especially good for children and anyone who prefers not to travel far at night.