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Embark on a journey to view and photograph the aurora borealis in the greater Anchorage area. Aurora Borealis portraits, snacks, drinking water, hot drinks, and photo instruction included.
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age 13. For groups with younger children please inquire about our private northern lights tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Web quality photographs and portraits
Snacks
Hotel Pickup/Drop Off
Aurora science education
Coffee and/or Tea
Aurora Forecasting Service prior to your tour
Services of a professional Alaskan Aurora Guide
Gratuities
Embark on a journey to view and photograph the aurora borealis in the greater Anchorage area.
Pickup included
Operated by Greatland Adventures
87 reviews
Samuel R,
Jan 22, 2025
Our guide, Aaron, was a fantastic guy. He seemed genuine and very knowledgeable about the Aurora Lights. He did a great job talking to us, explaining the process of how the lights occur and the best ways to see them. With that being said; we unfortunately didn’t get to see the lights. Aaron was driving us to different locations and trying to chase openings in the clouds but because of how cloudy it was; we were just unable to really see anything. Apparently the lights were in full brightness but cloud coverage was too strong. It was disheartening to see Aaron swipe through the gallery on his professional camera and see how beautiful the Aurora lights are; only to look up and be met with dark clouds and the slightest green tint from the auroras attempting to peek out. Aaron drove all night to different locations and on one particular instance before 4am that I found kinda cute was everyone in the bus was sleeping soundly. It’s unfortunate that my bucket list item of seeing the Auroras will still remain. I’m sure the tour is generally amazing but that particular night wasn’t so.
George A,
Dec 29, 2024
It was beautiful and cold! Chris was a great team leader. Excellent pictures and explanation of the northern lights!
Venencia M,
Dec 22, 2024
Even though it was not meant to be for us to see the lights - our guide Chris - made it all worth while with great pictures and a picnic stop with chairs, hot soup and hot drinks. What a lovely experience!
Nicole D,
Dec 15, 2024
The guide was extremely knowledgeable and kind. He took us a long way - extra ways- to try make us see the lights. Sky was on and off covered and the moon was full … so we could see some lights on the pictures taken of us … but none with the naked eye. It is clearly not up to them but to Mother Nature… regardless the places and the landscape was breathtaking to say the least. Nice group and had fun anyway!
Anthony L,
Nov 12, 2024
Dana and trainee Tim were professional. Stephen was helpful ensuring I got the right fit for the gear rental (recommended for those who don't normally deal with snow/cold weather). We ultimately did not see the lights, but I still captured some great night sky shots. The tour guides were informative, accommodating, and tried their hardest to find the best locations. My lesson learned is not to book a day trip in Anchorage because mother nature can be unpredictable. I look forward to booking this trip again with more time!