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Anchorage Aurora Quest - Northern Lights Photo Tour

Anchorage Aurora Quest - Northern Lights Photo Tour

Overview

This is the longest-running northern lights photo tour in the Anchorage area. We pick you up at your Anchorage accommodations and take you on a nocturnal adventure to witness the beauty of the Alaskan night sky. It's a great option for any travelers to Alaska during August to late April. This tour accommodates serious photographers to sightseers.

We conduct a daily update that includes both the aurora borealis and weather forecast. The tour runs based on that forecast, but runs only if the forecast indicates a chance of seeing the aurora. Because both weather and the aurora borealis are natural phenomena, we cannot guarantee seeing the northern lights.

This tour increases your chance of aurora viewing success by allowing you to reserve as many nights as you like [space available] and only finalizing payment 48 hours in advance under the Reserve Now & Pay Later system. If you do not see the northern lights during your tour, you get a free make-up tour.

City: Anchorage

Tue 22 Apr

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $315.00

Make a reservation

Tue 22 Apr

Starting at $315.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Tripod

Aurora portraits

Snacks

Professional photographer guide

State park admission fees

Coffee and/or Tea

Blanket

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for small children

What To Expect

Chugach State Park

One potential stop during this tour is the Glen Alps trailhead, were we will walk on a short trail to an overlook of the city and a wide view to the north.

Eagle River

A possible stop along the tour is the Mt. Baldy trailhead, which provides high elevation, expansive views of the north.

Palmer

We will spend most of our time in the area of Palmer, visiting locations from the Knik River to Hatcher Pass Management Area.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (136)

JennaC1183

Mar 2025

This was an incredible experience! Erica was our guide and she ensured we had every opportunity to see the lights. We drove more than two hours outside of Anchorage and it was well worth it! So grateful for this experience, and the wonderful portraits she took were the cherry on top. Highly recommend!

Kenna_S

Mar 2025

Great company. We did the tour two nights. Passionate guides who were able to get us views of the northern lights! For someone who has never seen the lights, I am very grateful we booked a tour to go see them. I don’t think we would’ve ever known what to look for or where to go otherwise.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much for letting us know that we did a good job! Our guides love what they do, and they love sharing it. I am so happy you got to see the northern lights and found the tours so valuable.

Patrick_E

Feb 2025

Amazing night out chasing the Auroras on our first trip to Anchorage. Ben and Erica were amazing guides and very knowledgeable. Also, they were amazing photographers and the photos are even more spectacular. Great experience. Dress warmer than you think you need to! Especially if you go in the winter!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much for letting us know that our guides took such good care of you. I am so glad that you enjoyed the tour so much! And thanks for that great tip to visitors - be prepared for the cold. We do have parkas available upon request, and have blankets, hand warmers, and toe warmers in the van. We also keep the van running with the heater going so you can warm up as much as needed. We hope to see you again in the future!