Small-Group Northern Lights Tour in Fairbanks
Photograph the aurora from a private lodge with a local Alaskan guide
Duration
8–9 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 10 people
Includes
Hotel pickup, snacks, photos
Highlights
Head to a private viewing lodge beneath dark Alaska skies and watch for the aurora. Get hands-on help with your camera or phone from a local Alaskan guide.
- Learn camera and phone settings for aurora photography
- Relax in a heated indoor viewing area with outdoor deck access
- Explore dark-sky viewing locations if clouds require a change of plans
- Enjoy a small-group evening at a private aurora viewing lodge
Itinerary
8-9 PM — Pickup from your Fairbanks hotel lobby, Airbnb (city limits), or Morris Thompson Visitor Center 9 PM - 3 AM — Aurora viewing at our private lodge (or mobile chasing if skies require). If lights appear during the drive, we stop for photos along the way. 3 AM — Begin return to Fairbanks (we'll extend if aurora is active and schedules allow) ~5 AM — Drop-off at your hotel Total experience: approximately 8 hours (8–9 hours depending on aurora activity)
What's Included
- Private lodge access
- Heated indoor viewing area
- Outdoor deck access
- Hot drinks and light snacks
- Photography guidance
- Bathroom facilities
Important details
- Ages 10+ only
- Bring warm layers, including a hat, gloves, insulated jacket, winter pants, and warm boots
- Bring extra hand or toe warmers for time spent outdoors
- Mobility accommodations require advance arrangement
Cancellation Policy
Reschedule anytime at no cost up to 12 months out. Cancel 30+ days before your tour for a full refund minus a $50 fee. Within 30 days, reschedule instead. Illness and no-shows are not refundable. Full refund if severe weather forces cancellation and rescheduling is not possible.
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FAQs
The aurora is a natural phenomenon, so sightings are not guaranteed. If no aurora is observed visually or by camera during your tour, join another night during your Fairbanks trip at no charge, subject to availability.
On clear nights, view the sky from the private lodge. If clouds roll in, the Fairbanks Northern Lights Tour may relocate to find clearer skies, traveling up to 4 hours from Fairbanks if needed.
Round-trip pickup serves Fairbanks hotels and Airbnb accommodations within city limits. For Airbnb accommodations outside city limits, meet at the Morris Thompson Visitor Center downtown.
Meeting details
Fairbanks, Alaska