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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. 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

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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)

Ryan_S

Mar 2022

Glen was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable about how to work our cameras for the best shot of the lights.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you so much for the feedback. I am glad that Glenn took good care of you during the tour!

897chikw

Mar 2022

Planned this bucket list trip about 6 weeks, and Carl was very informative on email exchange to get me prepared prior to the trip. Don't want to be around full moon days and best time to see Aurora is in Feb/March. Was very fortunate to have a clear night on my second day during a week of stay in Anchorage. Might be too snowy for non-Alaskans to drive at night. Night tour guides Colin and Ben were outstanding and were flawless in formulizing where and when the anticipated aurora was; and they got us safely to a beautiful place at Knik River. Not very long after we settled and there was the aurora. I am not a good photographer without default auto settings. Colin and Ben were very patient and helpful to guide me in setting up manual night setting for my main camera Lumix GX7 and night mode setting for my backup camera iPhone11. I got to see aurora with my own eyes and shot my own beautiful phots instantly on that night. Genius! Thank you Carl, Colin and Ben.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you so much for the great feedback. I am happy to hear that you found the communication helpful, and that Colin and Ben took such good care of you out in the field. I am happy that we were able to help you have this experience!

V3640Z

Feb 2022

Was very fun and worth it. The company is really professional and does a great job with photos. They do great with helping with transportation too

Response from Host

Mar 2022

So glad that you enjoyed the experience. Thank you for the wonderful feedback!