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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)

Getaway40955763172

Sep 2021

Aurora Quest is the best. We were picked up on time. We traveled north of Fairbanks and the sky was cloudy so we traveled south where the sky was clear and the stars were shining. About 1 am the show began and came on strong for about 30 minutes. After that they would continue to come and go until we left around 3. Our guide, Rene, was knowledgeable and very experienced. He provided snacks and hot beverages and shared his fishing and guide adventures in the wilds of Alaska. Unfortunately pictures from phone cameras do not do the actual view justice.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Hi. Thank you for your kind words, but we do not operate in Fairbanks, nor do we have any guides named Rene. We hope you can find the right company and give them the credit they deserve!

Modesuo

Sep 2021

Given the beginning of the Aurora Borealis season the intensity was not that high. We couldn't see it with naked eye, but camera captured rather amazing pictures. As I said in the title of my review - nature is nature - you get what you get. It is not a zoo where the view is pretty much guaranteed. Guide Ben was quite knowledgeable and provided ample of hints to novices like us how to spot the start of glare, what to look for. It definitely helped. Would recommend the tour at least for knowledge if you do not spot Aurora.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

We are sorry that the northern lights were not brighter for you, but glad to hear that Ben took good care of you. We certainly want to make the best of the experience, providing information about the northern lights and helping with nighttime photography tips.

Vernadanz

May 2021

Great time, super chilly at night so be sure to wear warm clothes, but Carl and Veronica were quite knowledgeable to have as guides. We loved our photos!

Response from Host

May 2021

So glad you enjoyed the tour and the photos! Thank you for the feedback.