AFISHA LIFE
Fairbanks
Explore
Walking Tours
Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks

Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks

Overview

Northern Lights Seasons: from August 20 to April 30.

*** FREE Photo Service (JPG Files) ***

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.

The weather or Aurora activity may change during the tour.

Even though everything is good or not good (Weather and Aurora Activity) 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.

We pick you up at Hotels listed.
(You may get an email about Pick up time and Location.)

With Photo Service (JPG Files) we will upload your photos into OneDrive or Dropbox linked. It takes 3 days to send a URL linked.

City: Fairbanks

Mon 26 May

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $279.00

Make a reservation

Mon 26 May

Starting at $279.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (175) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (252) Entry Tickets (96) Sporting Events (4) Good for Small Groups (27) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (113) Walking Tours (705) Outdoor Activities (48) Limitied Availability Tours (29) LGBT Friendly Tours (9) Family-friendly Activities (8) Wildlife Activities (6) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (96) Travelers recommend (174) Good for Groups (32) Top Activities (75) Guided Audio Tours (10) Art, Culture & History (406) Attractions to explore (43) Sustainable Tours (1) Limousine Transfers (5) Donut Walking Tour (2) Virtual Experiences (1) Additional fees (7) DSA non-compliant (17)

What's Included

Pick you up at a Hotel in Fairbanks downtown

Photography Service

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

Traveler Photos

Reviews (403)

ryanhY1843TW

Mar 2025

This is such a SCAM because a weather dependent event like this should not have a no refund / no rescheduling policy. We went to a number of such events and if weather isn’t ideal, the tour would be cancelled. We weren’t notified of this policy until AFTER the cutoff which is probably INTENTIONAL. The tour would not take you out to the mountains or the next town even if there’s constant cloud cover. The stops we made aren’t special and we already know all of them! Worst of all, the few pics we were able to shoot is WORSE than the ones I took with my iPhone 15! They are NOTHING like the ones they advertised! See for yourself! Left picture is taken by the tour and right is taken with my phone! A huge waste of 1100+

Response from Host

Mar 2025

You saw STRONG lights last night. The weather forecast was partly cloudy and clear during the tour last night. But the weather did not cooperate. It was blessing that we finally found clearing sky and you saw the STRONG lights as the above photos during chasing the lights. Friday that you booked will be cloudy according to the weather forecast. As you requested, we rescheduled it again and again for last night 3/12/25. Leah Ford Alaska Journey Tours

Ryan_H

Mar 2025

I would NOT recommend this even to my worst enemy. The company didn’t say anything about “No refunds or cancellations” in the event of bad weather. This is a first! I have never encountered a weather dependent tour that still charge you or force you to go in bad weather. Napa Valley hot air balloons and the fishing trip in Bahamas were all promptly canceled and refunded when weather wasn’t ideal. Why this company thinks it’s right to charge $1,000+ for almost nothing? The tour DOES NOT take you too far away from the town and there’s NO magic spots. They went to the SAME spots that I already know. They won’t take you up the mountain either. The pics are just slightly better than my iPhone pictures. Do yourself a favor and buy an SLR camera if you have money to burn. Honestly just use your phone and download a long exposure camera app. Save yourself $1,000!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

You saw STRONG lights last night. The weather forecast was partly cloudy and clear during the tour last night. But the weather did not cooperate. It was blessing that we finally found clearing sky and you saw the STRONG lights during chasing the lights. Friday that you booked will be cloudy according to the weather forecast. As you requested, we rescheduled it again and again for last night 3/12/25. Leah Ford Alaska Journey Tours

MarcusVS

Mar 2025

Unfortunately, our experience wasn't great. The first stop was too close to the airport, with bright lights disrupting the view. Throughout the tour, our guide seemed more focused on taking photos than letting us enjoy the moment. We were trying to take in the lights, but he kept pushing us to pose for pictures. We ended up spending more time driving than actually watching the lights, and the whole tour only lasted two hours. When we finally reached the last stop, the lights were amazing, but after taking several photos, the guide said it was time to leave, even though the lights were still vibrant. For the price, this tour didn’t offer the experience we were hoping for. If you really want to soak in the lights and take your time, this isn’t the right tour for you.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Hi, We are sorry that you did not understand how to chase the lights. It was the first spot that we need to take a look at the sky and how the lights went. We stayed at it less than 10 minutes only. It was one of ways to find the best place to see the lights. That is why we need to spend more time driving. You saw the northern lights dancing in the sky. And the whole tour was approximately 4 hours as we posted. He tried to take photos with another pose not to be out of focus and be blurry. The follow review was written by a couple who got the same tour in the same day with you. Sudhamsh_K, Our northern lights chasing tour with David was an unforgettable experience! From the start, the tour was well-organized—David picked us up from our hotel and took us to three different locations, each carefully chosen to avoid light pollution and maximize our chances of seeing the aurora. Throughout the tour, he kept us updated on the conditions and probability of catching the lights, which made the experience even more exciting. His patience and expertise in photography were truly impressive—he took incredible photos for us, ensuring we had lasting memories of the magical night. If you’re looking for a well-planned and enjoyable northern lights tour, this is definitely the one to book! Highly recommended. Thank you. Leah Ford Alaska Journey Tours