Best Alaskan Cabin Aurora Viewing with Photography @Aurora Camp
Overview
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4 hours
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Aurora Camp is located on a hilltop near Murphy Dome, a top Northern Lights viewing spot near Fairbanks, favored by Aurora photographers. The cabin sits in an area with wide-open views, free from light pollution or any obstructions, offering a full panoramic view of the Northern Lights. Relax in a cozy Alaskan-style cabin with six large windows providing over 180° of stunning views while enjoying hot chocolate in comfort.
* 1,500 sq ft new cabin, built in summer 2023
* Free portrait photography
* Indoor restroom
* Unlimited hot chocolate, coffee, tea, snacks, board games, etc.
Tour Options:
* With transfer (pickup and drop-off): Available from all Fairbanks and North Pole hotels, Airbnbs, etc.
* No transfer: Drive your rental car to the cabin. The roads are well-maintained and in good condition.
Please note, the Aurora is a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Rescheduling is available based on availability and weather. Please call ahead to confirm availability.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We accept bookings from August 21 to April 10—please select your tour date accordingly. Relax in our cozy, Alaskan-style cabin with panoramic mountain views while enjoying complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate, snacks, cup noodles, etc. Entertainment options include board games, karaoke, and projector movies (upon request). We offer free photography to capture your moments with Lady Aurora. On the tour day, we’ll confirm final details with you. If you’ve booked a transfer service, departures are typically between 9:00–9:30 p.m., with flexible options, including airport drop-offs. We look forward to hosting you!
What‘s Included
Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Green Tea, Black Tea, etc.
Board Games
Snacks (Chips, Popcorn, Crackers), Hot Dog, Pizza, etc.
Portrait Photography
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Aurora Viewing with Transfer
Duration: 4 hours
Coffee, tea, snacks, etc.
SUV/Passenger Van
Free Portrait Photography: Pick up/drop-off
Pickup included
Aurora Viewing (No Transfer)
Duration: 4 hours
Coffee, tea, snacks, etc.
Free Portrait Photography
Reviews
297 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great way to see the lights.
Chris F,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome. The hosts are the best and the setup gives you a better opportunity to see the lights. We did two nights and were able to see them both nights! Thanks Joy!
Highy Recommended!👍
Drew B,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a Great Experience!! Very warm and family oriented with Hot Dogs, Pizza and games! The Host is fantastic and made sure we had a great experience!!! Highly Recommended!
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Andrea H,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00At some point we could see aurora with eye but better with new smartphone where you can the settings
the best experience!
father taco,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The camp is located on a mountain in a more secluded area, so if there is high/moderate aurora activity, you are bound to see it! Fortunately, my group and I were able to see the northern lights, and our host, David, was very knowledgeable about the northern lights. He is also a talented photographer and took beautiful pictures of us and the lights. It was nice to go out to see the lights and go back into the cabin if we got cold. I think that’s what makes this excursion worth it! If we got cold, we were able to go inside, warm up, and go back out again. Plus, David provides you with a ton of snacks (chips, hot cocoa, tea, cup of noodles, candy, and pizza). Overall, we had the best time!
Wonderful experience
Mandy G,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time at the Aurora Camp cabin. The host was super friendly and knowledgeable, he helped us took great photos as well. The cabin is located at a great location for aurora viewing.
Host were very kind and...
David W,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Host were very kind and dedicated to your event success. Just remember they can't controll the weather or solar flares.
A wonderful experience
Hiroji A,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00That was a wonderful experience and perfect support. The waiting room was pretty confirtable and relax.
Cozy hang out for Northern lights
Peter S,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very attentive hosts. Cozy cabin to relax and keep warm. We saw some of the lights. Great family excursion.
Aurora Camp - close to Murphy Dome
David G,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great value, great location and warm cabin while waiting. If you plan to use a cell phone to take pictures, bring a tripod. Organizers were very knowledgeable on cameras and kept an eye out for the lights and alerted you when they appeared. Drove myself there (cheaper option and I had a rental car) which gave me more flexibility when I was ready to leave. Good trip - I recommend
Magical views
Azadeh R,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were lucky enough to have clear skies and Michael was kind enough to take multiple pictures with great backdrops of the northern lights. Would love to go back again.
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