Spectacular Hot Spring Experience with Northern Lights
Overview
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Discover the Chena Hot Springs Resort with our expert guides who will ensure you enjoy every amazing amenity safely. If the northern lights grace the sky, our guides will lead you to the best vantage points for breathtaking photos. You won’t miss a moment—our guides will capture the aurora's beauty and share those stunning images with you. Join us for an unforgettable experience where adventure meets expert guidance!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The resort is not wheel chair accessible.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Chena Hot Springs Resort
-Friendly guides will pick you up from your hotel/B&B, and return you there at the end of the excursion. -Journey: Enjoy a scenic 1.5 hour drive to Chena Hot Springs Resort. Hot Springs Experience: -Relax in the therapeutic hot springs. -Marvel at the starry sky and, hopefully, the northern lights. Ice Museum Access: -Explore the famous Ice Museum with stunning ice sculptures. -Capture unforgettable photos. Dining Option: -Savor a true Alaskan dining experience at the on-site restaurant (meal not included). -Gift shop offers keepsakes and smaller snack portions. Join us for a memorable evening filled with relaxation and exploration!
Chena Hot Springs Resort
Upon your arrival at the resort, you'll receive your tickets for admission to the spectacular Ice Museum—an experience you simply cannot miss! Curated by renowned ice sculptors, this enchanting museum showcases breathtaking artistry crafted entirely from ice. Your guided tour of the Ice Museum lasts approximately 45 minutes, and the admission is included in your tour package. As you explore, you’ll be captivated by the intricate sculptures and the mesmerizing atmosphere. Don’t forget to visit the unique Ice Bar, where you can enjoy refreshing Appletini. Be sure to purchase your beverages at the activity center before heading over to the museum for an unforgettable experience. Must bring your ID if you intend to buy drinks.
What‘s Included
50 cents for your locker
Bottled water
Entry to the Hot Springs swimming area
Admission to the Ice Museum
Dinner and snacks are available and are optional. Not included in the price of the tour.
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Spectacular Hot Spring Experience with Northern Lights
Pickup included
Reviews
70 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable Northern Lights & Hot Springs experience with Tony!
332krystlet,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was absolutely amazing from start to finish. We visited the ice bar and enjoyed a delicious apple tini, relaxed in the hot springs, had a wonderful meal at the restaurant, and—best of all—got to see the Northern Lights! It felt like the perfect Fairbanks winter night. Tony truly made the experience special. The tour was very intimate and small-group, literally just me and one other gal who I made friends with, which made it so much better than the larger tours out there. Tony was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and easy to talk to. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does and takes pride in supporting a local, family-owned business. On the way back, he even stopped at several spots so we could take photos, which we really appreciated. And halfway through the tour I realized—I recognized him from YouTube! That just added to the fun. I can’t recommend Tony enough. If you want a personal, well-run tour with great vibes and unforgettable memories, this is it. An excellent experience all around!
Tony is awesome!! This is...
vanessa h,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony is awesome!! This is something everyone should do when visiting! 10 out of 10 would recommend! Best experience so far!
Best tour and worth the price
Tatiana C,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was my favorite tour and we did a lot for the price! The reviews about Tony was actually the reason I booked this tour. And they were right! Tony is the kindest tour guide and really makes sure you have the greatest experience possible. He taught us a lot about life in Alaska on the drive to Chena Hot Springs. The ice museum was fine, we skipped the dinner (brought our own snacks) and went to the hot springs. The hot springs were phenomenal. Tony knows all the secret spots to find the northern lights. We stopped in 3 locations and finally around 2am they came out and danced for us. He snapped a few pics of us with the northern lights. You could take this tour of the ice museum, hot springs, and northern lights w any other company but what made this tour truly special was the tour guide Tony. He really made an effort in making sure everyone was well taken care of and having a good time. I wouldn’t have wanted to go with anyone else.
Fantastic Northern Lights Tour
JON H,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had Chris as our tour host. What a delightful host. Full of stories and experiences in Alaska and Fairbanks. TourFairbanks had many places to be picked up. We were the last to get in the van. It was a nice group of people and we became fast friends. Chena Hot Springs restaurant was a hot mess that night. They forgot we were waiting to be served. It ended up being a big delay, not our tour hosts fault - stuff happens and it didn’t dampen our spirits or experience. We saw the lights. It was a spectacular show, the best in 15-20 years by the local residents estimations. On our way back we stopped at 2 different locations to gaze upon the lights again. Back to our tour & host, great job. Highly recommend.
This experience was...
Mayra F,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was great! Tony really went above and beyond to make sure our group got the best experience. I highly recommend booking with him whether you’re traveling solo or in a group. You won’t regret it!
Life changing adventure
Chin H,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was our tour guide and we couldn't ask for a better guide. He was knowledgeable, professional and super friendly. The journey was not only educational but also a lot of fun. He also took care of everyone by helping everyone take amazing photo. We appreciated him and would recommend to everyone
We want to give a huge...
YIFEI R,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We want to give a huge thank you to our wonderful guide, Savvy! She took us to Chena Hot Springs and on an incredible aurora chase. Thanks to her knowledge and dedication, we witnessed a breathtakingly beautiful aurora explosion—a truly unforgettable experience. Savvy was incredibly attentive, professional, and responsible throughout the entire trip. We are so grateful to her for making this adventure so special. Thank you, Savvy
No lights No Problem
Cindy T,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My son & I had a wonderful time. Gina & Donnie were our guides for the night. Tony had a pipe burst and so they filled in for him. Right from the start they made us feel comfortable. We had a small group which was fantastic. The ice museum & the hot springs were not crowded the night we went (Sunday) which was very fortunate for us. We were able to really enjoy the both experiences and were able to take lots of photos and ask plenty of questions. We had a wonderful dinner at the Lodge. Gina was able to reserve a table for our group which was awesome because it can get busy. Unfortunately, mother nature didn’t want to cooperate. It had been snowing most of the day and was cloudy so we did not see the Northern Lights. Honestly, the hot springs and the ice museum are the main attraction for this tour so I really wasn’t disappointed. Gina was great & explained everything to us. She really tried her best to find a location where we might have a chance to see the Northern Lights on our way back to our hotels. When going on this tour definitely don’t forget your bathing suit, towel, shower shoes, and quarters. They have towels you can rent for $5 and replace when they get wet as often as needed. Also, don’t forget to drink plenty of water before going into the hot springs.
Hot Springs when it's below zero - Absolutely! And don't miss it!
davidcO2729ZA,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Christopher was an exceptional guide/host. He was friendly, very knowledgeable and a just a joy to be with for the tour. The Aurora wasn't out that night but we were absolutely not disappointed in the least. The Chena Hot Spring was awesome, the ice museum was incredible and the dinner we ate was one of the very best we ate during our stay in Fairbanks. As we were returning, Chris went out of his way to show us the pipeline when we asked about it. This is a don't miss tour and for this one, even if the night is cloudy and the Aurora isn't viewable, it is still an excellent tour.
Tony was an awesome tour...
ShielaMae C,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony was an awesome tour guide! Explained how to track the aurora and took us to good viewing points! He also shared an abundance of knowledge. He made it such a pleasant trip! We had soo much fun- Chena Hot Springs is a must try!
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