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

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Fairbanks, USA

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On average, this is booked 43 (28) days in advance.

4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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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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400 Merhar Avenue
Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA

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

End point

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 (AKDT).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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Activity code: C-285562P1

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Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 480 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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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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Free Cancellation

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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 (AKDT).
  • 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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