SCC → BRW

Colville River Delta

The largest river delta in Arctic Alaska, showcasing intricate braided channels and silt deposits as it flows into the Beaufort Sea.

Thermokarst Lakes

A stunning landscape of thousands of elliptical thaw lakes formed by permafrost, creating a 'swiss-cheese' appearance on the tundra.

Teshekpuk Lake

The largest lake in Arctic Alaska and a vital habitat for migratory birds and caribou, appearing as a massive blue expanse inland.

NPRA Wilderness

Aerial views of the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska, where you can often spot large herds of caribou moving across the flat terrain.

Brooks Range Horizons

On exceptionally clear days, the distant jagged peaks of the Brooks Range may be visible far to the south across the tundra.

Beaufort Sea Ice

Depending on the season, view the transition from open water to massive pack ice and pressure ridges characteristic of the Arctic Ocean.

Barrier Islands

A chain of low-lying islands like the Jones Islands and the Maguire Islands that separate the shallow lagoons from the deep ocean.

Smith Bay

A wide coastal indentation where the sea meets the land, often a prime spot for observing whale activity during migration seasons.

Arctic Horizon

Experience the curve of the Earth over the vast, unobstructed expanse of the Arctic Ocean, with dramatic atmospheric lighting.

Utqiaġvik Shoreline

The final approach provides a look at the northernmost point of the US, with houses and research stations clustered along the coast.