Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO in Fairbanks
Fairbanks, United States

Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO

Outty Ranking 65 5.0 · 41 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $499

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65/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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5.0/5

Based on 41 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO worth booking?

Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO is a 4-hour experience in Fairbanks, United States, from $499 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 41 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
65 / 100
Rating
5/5 (41)
Duration
4 hours
From
$499 per person

Chasing & Viewing the Aurora Borealis & Northern Lights around Fairbanks area. We will pick you up at 10:30pm at your hotel in Fairbanks downtown or Hyatt Place Fairbanks (400 Merhar Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701). (Pick up

What you get

    About this experience

    Chasing & Viewing the Aurora Borealis & Northern Lights around Fairbanks area. We will pick you up at 10:30pm at your hotel in Fairbanks downtown or Hyatt Place Fairbanks (400 Merhar Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701). (Pick up time is subject to change.) We can’t promise to let you see the Northern Lights, which is Mother Nature that we cannot control. It is a natural phenomenon. NO Guarantee to see the Lights. Even though everything is good or not good when it starts, the weather or Northern Lights' activity always changes, and other conditions may change. It will be the natural things involved, which causes a lack of lights or low visibility.

    What's included

    Included

    • Pick you up at a Hotel in Fairbanks downtown
    • Photography Service

    Not included

    • Tea and coffee
    • Gratuities
    • We DO NOT HELP with Client's Camera (or Phone) Setting up.

    What you'll see and do

    1. Fairbanks

      The history of Fairbanks, the second-largest city in Alaska, can be traced to the founding of a trading post by E.T. Barnette on the south bank of the Chena River on August 26, 1901. The area had seen human occupation since at least the last ice age, but a permanent settlement was not established at the site of Fairbanks until the start of the 20th century. The discovery of gold near Barnette's trading post caused him to turn what had been a temporary stop into a permanent one. The gold caused a stampede of miners to the area, and buildings sprang up around Barnette's trading post. In November 1903, the area's residents voted to incorporate the city of Fairbanks. Barnette became the city's first mayor, and the city flourished as thousands of people came to search for gold during the Fairbanks Gold Rush. From Wikipedia

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Fairbanks

    We will pick you up at Hotels listed on Viator and TripAdvisor. If you do not stay at a hotel in Fairbanks, we may meet you at Hyatt Place Hotel (400 Merhar Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701) or we will let you know where we may meet you. (Pick up /Drop off time and Location are subject to change.)

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 180 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    We will pick you up at Hotels listed on Viator and TripAdvisor. If you do not stay at a hotel in Fairbanks, we may meet you at Hyatt Place Hotel (400 Merhar Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701) or we will let you know where we may meet you. (Pick up /Drop off time and Location are subject to change.)

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Alaska Journey Tours in Fairbanks, Alaska

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 41 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    4 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    41 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    pooky34 · January 2026

    A grand winter adventure!

    I can say for sure that this is the by far one of the very best tours for the Northern lights up in Fairbanks. You will get the most experience tour leaders who can answer your questions about the Northern lights and take memorable pictures with the Northern lights. I'm very glad I left the driving and chasing to the professional and appreciated the Northern lights viewing at multiple locations around Fairbanks.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind words. We were thrilled to hear that you had a grand winter adventure. You were blessed that you saw the Northern Lights and got beautiful photos that we took during the tour. Have a blessed day. Abby Smith Alaska Journey Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    Fearless47534324673 · November 2025

    Got to see the auroras dancing!

    This was an amazing experience with my daughter. A bucket list & birthday celebration I’ll never forget. Thanks to the entire staff & my tour guide Andrew & Leo. We got to experience the auroras dancing before the tour was over. This is a must tour if you want to get the experience we had. I am definitely wanting to do this again.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your great review on TripAdvisor. We were thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience. You were blessed to see the Aurora Borealis dancing in the sky. Have a blessed trip. Leah Ford Alaska Journey Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    be0ms00nj · November 2025

    You must GO with this team!

    This was the most important impressive tour in my life! Professional aurora chasing team gave the best gift for my family and my kid said he will never forget the moment that he saw the aurora! What a awesome team!!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind words. We were grateful that your kid had fun. We were blessed to hear that he will never forget the moment that he saw the Northern Lights. Thank you again. Have a blessed day. Abby Smith Alaska Journey Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    elliek707 · November 2025

    Love the photos

    I went on the aurora tour by myself and honestly had the best time. The guide knew exactly where to find the best viewing spots, so I got to see an amazing display on the first try. They also took tons of professional photos for me and the quality was insane. Super friendly, super smooth, and totally worth it.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your great review on TripAdvisor. We were grateful that you had the best experience with Alaska Journey Tours during chasing the Northern Lights. You were so blessed that God allowed you to see the Aurora Borealis. Thank you again for mentioning how we were doing during the tour. Have a blessed trip. Abby Smith Alaska Journey Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    U8819LS_ · November 2025

    Two Sleepless Nights, One Perfect Aurora Moment

    I traveled to Fairbanks hoping to see the northern lights, and I originally thought that staying at Chena Hot Springs Resort would almost guarantee a good view of the aurora. However, even after spending two nights at Chena—barely sleeping and watching the sky all night—I couldn’t see the aurora at all. I was getting anxious and disappointed, but then I came across an aurora chasing tour operated by a Korean owner and immediately booked it. On the day of the tour, Manager David came directly to my hotel to pick me up, which was very convenient. Usually, the aurora appears after 10 PM, but David checked the conditions and told us, “Tonight, it looks like the aurora might show up earlier.” So we met at 9:30 PM and headed straight to the viewing point. His judgment was absolutely spot-on. As soon as we arrived at the spot, the aurora appeared immediately, and multiple auroras started dancing across different parts of the sky at the same time. It was an unforgettable and breathtaking moment. After two sleepless nights at Chena with no luck, seeing the aurora instantly during the tour felt almost unbelievable. David also took lots of photos for us, so I was able to keep beautiful memories both in my eyes and in pictures. He was incredibly kind, professional, and attentive throughout the entire tour. This became the most memorable moment of my trip, and I truly highly recommend this aurora chasing tour if you want to make sure you see the northern lights.

    Response from the operator: Hi, Thank you for your great review on TripAdvisor. We were thrilled to hear that you saw the Northern Lights. We were thankful that you got photos that he took under the Aurora. You were totally blessed that God showed you the Aurora in the sky. Thank you again for choosing Alaska Journey Tours. Have a blessed day. Abigail Smith Alaska Journey Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    14
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 65

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)94
    Review evidence (18% weight)51
    Booking momentum (14% weight)43
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)82
    Local standing (8% weight)71
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Fairbanks.

    How much does Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO cost?

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    Prices start at $499 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Fairbanks usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Fairbanks is not rushed.

    Is Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 41 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Fairbanks, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO?

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    Around 14 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Fairbanks can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Fairbanks and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Fairbanks within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Fairbanks?

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    Fairbanks is the aurora capital of interior Alaska: heated viewing lodges, late-night chase tours, Arctic Circle day drives up the Dalton Highway, dog sledding and summer riverboat cruises. On Outty we rank every Fairbanks experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos - Arctic Night Tours, Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole, Fairbanks Ice Fishing Expedition in a Heated Cabin with Fish Cookout. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Fairbanks?

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    Late August to April for aurora, June to August for midnight-sun river trips. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Fairbanks?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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