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

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On average, this is booked 43 (28) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

  • Pick you up at a Hotel in Fairbanks downtown
  • Photography Service
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Gratuities
  • We DO NOT HELP with Client's Camera (or Phone) Setting up.
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Meeting and Pickup

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*** FREE Photo Service (JPG Files)***We will pick you up at Hotels listed on Viator and TripAdvisor. (You may get an email for pick up time and location. We Do Not text you on your phone.)If you do not stay at a hotel in Fairbanks, we may meet you at Hyatt Place Hotel (400 Merhar Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701).(Pick up /Drop off time and Location are subject to change.)

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Merhar Avenue
Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Northern Lights Seasons: from August 20 to April 30.

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

We are driving and chasing the northern lights. When the northern lights (aurora borealis) are coming out in the sky, you may come on out. Then we take pictures for you. No Restroom because we are chasing the lights. Please let us know before the tour if you need.

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 will upload photos into OneDrive or Dropbox. It takes 3 days to send a URL linked.

There are No Chairs, Bathroom facilities, Blankets, and etc. due to chasing the Lights.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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442 reviews

Average 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 442 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Pick you up at a Hotel in Fairbanks downtown.
  • Photography Service.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
  • Gratuities.
  • We DO NOT HELP with Client's Camera (or Phone) Setting up.
  • A Camera Workshop.
  • No Restroom because we are chasing the lights. Please let us know before the tour if you need.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Alaska. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Pick you up at a Hotel in Fairbanks downtown
  • Photography Service
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Gratuities
  • We DO NOT HELP with Client's Camera (or Phone) Setting up.
  • A Camera Workshop.
  • No Restroom because we are chasing the lights. Please let us know before the tour if you need

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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