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15 Best Fairbanks Northern Lights Tours

The aurora bookings under the oval: chase tours that drive to clear sky, heated cabin camps with photography included and Murphy Dome’s panoramic vantage. Fairbanks sits directly beneath the auroral oval; the odds here embarrass everywhere else.

1.Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Tour from Fairbanks

Discover the best of Fairbanks with this Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs tour. Enjoy ice sculptures, hot springs, and potential Aurora sightings.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“This tour was AMAZING! Daniel with First Alaska was an awesome tour guide. He had such great energy and went above and beyond to ensure every single guest on his tour has the best experience possible. We were extremely lucky to see the lights, but…”

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3.SkyChase Northern Lights Experience

Experience Alaska’s Northern Lights with expert guides, flexible routes, cozy fires, and professional photography—an authentic adventure for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“Great tour!! Fun guides they shared so much information about the area makes me want to visit in summer time. We stopped 3 times to watch the lights and they were amazing. Loved my adventure.”

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4.Northern Lights Aurora Tour with FREE Photography

Experience the Northern Lights in Fairbanks with a guided tour featuring comfortable transportation, expert guides, free professional photos, and flexible locations.

★ 5.0

“if i could give 10 stars i would! one goal in fairbanks and it was to see the northern lights and take photos of it. mission accomplished! they were so friendly, educational, safe, hard working, excited, enthusiastic, and just overall gave amazing service; made sure…”

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

Experience the Northern Lights in Fairbanks with a guided chase, professional photography, and small group comfort. Perfect for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.

★ 5.0

“Amazing tour and guide. We were very fortunate to have above average visibility and were able to see the aurora at every spot we stopped by. Our guide was very knowledgeable and able to take so many great photos for us. There's no way we…”

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7.Northern Lights Viewing at Murphy Dome

Experience the beauty of Alaska’s Northern Lights from Murphy Dome with guided tours. Enjoy expert insights, warm drinks, and breathtaking night sky views.

★ 4.5

“Gina was absolutely amazing!! Highly knowledgeable, very patient, went above and beyond to show us the best of the Northern Lights!! Listening the next day to others, we had the best!!!”

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8.Aurora Viewing – Aurora Husky Lodge , Great view from top of the ridge

Experience the Northern Lights from a cozy, scenic lodge high on a mountain ridge near Fairbanks, with expert guides, warm amenities, and flexible options.

★ 4.5

“Wonderful Host..Wish Mother Nature...was more Cooperative.. Can't Help That...🌠🌠🌠📸🌠🌠🎆🎇🌠📸📸🎆”

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9.Aurora Lodge Viewing

Experience the northern lights from a cozy lodge in Fairbanks with guided insights, comfortable transportation, and flexible options. Perfect for nature lovers.

★ 4.5

“Not a good aurora viewing venue. Only about 5 miles from Fairbanks - lots of light pollution. Viewing deck faces south, should face north. Think high school cafeteria type of venue rather than “cozy lodge”.”

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10.From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography

Experience the magic of the Northern Lights from Fairbanks with expert guides, professional photos, snacks, and flexible chase options for your best chance.

★ 4.8

“We had an absolutely fantastic time on this tour! The location they took us to was breathtaking, and we were comfortably seated in a spacious 15-seater van. Snacks, drinks, and even hands and feet warmers were provided, making the experience even more enjoyable. Our tour…”

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11.Best Northern Lights Aurora Adventure FREE Portraits & Hot Pizza

Experience the stunning Northern Lights in Fairbanks with expert photography, warm shelters, hot pizza, and fun activities — a memorable Arctic adventure.

★ 5.0

“This tour was outstanding! Not only did we get to see an amazing aurora display, but we were kept warm, fed, and well-informed. The pizza was delicious! The guide, Nathan, is personable, accommodating, knowledgeable, and an incredible photographer. It's clear that he truly loves providing…”

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12.Northern Lights and Arctic Circle Trip from Fairbanks

Discover the Arctic Circle and chase the Northern Lights on this guided full-day trip from Fairbanks, blending stunning scenery, wildlife, and authentic Alaskan experiences.

★ 4.5

“Awesome experience! Absolutely recommend this once in a life experience! Tour guide was great. If you are even considering this kind of adventure, then you will definitely love this amazing experience!”

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13.Lucky Bear Aurora Lodge Viewing with Photography

Experience the Northern Lights from Fairbanks with expert guides, cozy lodge amenities, and professional photography advice—an authentic Aurora adventure.

★ 4.5

“Great experience! Aurora was fantastic. The glass house is cozy and clean, it is very nice to see aurora while stay inside the warm place. The hosts also took photos for us, which is very nice. Highly recommend!”

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14.From Fairbanks: Arctic Circle Northern Lights Full-Day Trip

Discover the Arctic Circle, witness the Northern Lights, and explore Alaskan wilderness on this 14-hour Fairbanks tour for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.

★ 4.4

“The guides found an amazing spot from where we could see the northern lighted very clearly and they also took very good photos of us with the lights.”

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More Fairbanks Northern Lights Tours

4.6Fairbanks: Moonlight Dog Sled, Dinner & Northern Lights6 hours$300 4.5Northern Lights Lodge Viewing in Fairbanks5 hours (approx.)$160.00 5.0Aurora Borealis Viewing and Ice Fishing Adventure5 hours (approx.)$229.00 4.5Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Night Tour from Fairbanks10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$240.00 5.0Face The Outdoors Northern Lights Tour Small Group9 hours (approx.)$325.00 5.0Northern Lights Viewing including Dinner and 1-Hour Dog Sledding6 hours (approx.)$300.00 4.5From Fairbanks: Northern Lights and Arctic Circle Tour$330 4.5Northern Lights Murphy Dome Viewing in Fairbanks5 hours (approx.)$120.00 5.0Spectacular Hot Spring Experience with Northern Lights8 to 10 hours (approx.)$245.99 4.2From Fairbanks: Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Tour10 hours$240 4.5Aurora Chasing tour with Free Photography5 hours (approx.)$179.00 4.51 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$165.00 4.1From Fairbanks: Northern Lights & Murphy Dome Tour5 hours$120 4.5Northern lights and Aurora Photgraphy with Warm Geodesic Dome5 hours (approx.)$200.00 5.0“Aurora Ice” – Ice Fishing & Salmon Dinner Tour5 hours (approx.)$239.00 5.0Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) Tour with PHOTOGRAPHY4 hours (approx.)$499.00 4.5Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Fairbanks to Anchorage One Way12 hours (approx.)$259.00 4.3Fairbanks: Alaskan Northern Lights/Aurora Borealis Lodges5 hours$160 4.5Hot Springs Aurora Viewing Dream in Alaska7 hours (approx.)$258.00 4.5Arctic Circle Aurora Drive Adventure17 to 18 hours (approx.)$359.00 4.0Alaskan Northern Lights/Aurora Borealis Lodges$160 5.0Fire & Ice: Chena Hot Springs, Ice Museum + Aurora Adventure9 hours (approx.)$270.00 5.0Spectacular Chena Hot springs Northern Lights experience9 hours (approx.)$225.00 4.5Aurora Chaser Tour5 to 6 hours (approx.)$161.00

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