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Anchorage Aurora Quest - Northern Lights Photo Tour

Overview

This is the longest-running northern lights photo tour in the Anchorage area. Highlighted by Iceland Air's Stopover magazine as one of Anchorage's "Hidden Hot Spots" in its Spring 2019 issue (page 64), this tour is designed to maximize fun and opportunity with the aurora borealis.

We provide a free 3-day forecast service that includes both the aurora borealis and weather forecast. 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. We pick you up at your accommodations and take you on a nocturnal adventure to witness the magical lights rippling over snowy peaks and dancing across dark waters. It's a great option for business travelers to Alaska during August to early May. This tour accommodates serious photographers to sightseers. Photographic instruction and aurora portraits are provided for those who desire.

City: Anchorage

Tue 24 Dec

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $275.00

Make a reservation

Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $275.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Private transportation

Tripod

Snacks

Professional photographer guide

State park admission fees

Coffee and/or Tea

Parking Fees

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
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Cloth face masks required for staff and guests when social distancing not possible (i.e., inside the tour van), but not out in open areas when social distancing is possible.

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 (59)

DayTrip24883359694

Nov 2021

Amazing tour. Ben and Amber were great. They were very knowledgeable about the northern lights and the area. Plus, they give you a little photography lesson at the same time! Super helpful. I highly recommend.

Response from Host

Dec 2021

I am very happy that you got to see the northern lights and that Ben and Amber did such a good job of taking care of you. Thank you for taking the time to give us such a wonderful review.

Theodore E

Nov 2021

We took this tour two nights in a row. Ben was knowledgeable and very considerate with every guest. He took us where we needed to be to see the lights with great care to show his skill and caring that everyone on the tour was completely satisfied. The lights were magnificent and the experience tremendous. Thank you for this glorious opportunity to see the very best show in the sky.

Response from Host

Nov 2021

I am so glad to hear you enjoyed the tour so much, and that Ben took good care of you. I am equally happy you got a good northern lights show both nights!

Linda_M

Oct 2021

Unfortunately my booking was cancelled as the moon and aura wasn’t in our favor. I wasn’t able to reschedule since my trip was ending. I gave average rate because the site was easy to use and I was contacted early enough to make other plans. Waiting for my refund to go through now.

Response from Host

Oct 2021

I am sorry that your tour was cancelled, but we strongly believe in only proceeding with a tour if there is a chance of seeing the northern lights. For your tour night, there was a quiet aurora forecast (Kp1), a 90% illuminated moon, and overcast/cloudy conditions. As stated in our published policies, we do not proceed with a tour under those conditions. Both the weather and the northern lights are natural phenomena, and can be challenging to plan specific nights to see the aurora. If you come to Alaska again in the non-summer months, we encourage you to book a northern lights tour early during your visit so that you have a chance to reschedule if the weather does not cooperate.