Fairbanks

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

“Our tour guides Kathy and Kenneth made this a truly memorable experience! Kathy was engaging and had so much great information to share with us, and Kenneth added in quite a few interesting stories about Alaska. The tour itself was as described. We got to…”

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2.Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks

Experience the remote Alaskan wilderness on this 14-hour Arctic Circle tour, with Northern Lights chances, expert guides, and stunning scenery from Fairbanks.

★ 4.5

“100/10 experience! The convenience of being picked up at your hotel makes this start off well! Jessica greeted me in the morning and off we went to pick up other passengers. She was super friendly right off the bat! As we gathered up the others,…”

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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

“The team made a great effort in finding the best location to view the aurora. Without their expertise we likely wouldn’t have seen on our trip”

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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

“We were a little worried with the expected -40° weather... we prepared as much as we could and went for it! Our guide was fabulous and answered many questions about magnetic storms. She gave great advice on how to improve comfort in such cold weather…”

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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

“We had a great experience on our Northern Lights tour with David and Grace. They picked us up right on time and communicated well throughout the evening, setting clear expectations about the weather and what the night might look like. The SUVs were warm and…”

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6.Best Alaskan Cabin Aurora Viewing with Photography @Aurora Camp

Experience the magic of the northern lights from a cozy Fairbanks cabin. Enjoy snacks, photos, and entertainment on this 4-hour aurora viewing tour.

★ 4.5

“David was a fantastic guide and shared lots of information of the lights and life in Alaska. He made sure our experience was wonderful! The cabin was so cozy with lots of games, drinks, and food while we waited for the lights.”

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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

“Seeing the Northern Lights from the first to the last, and in between were all memorable to us! Thanks to our wonderful tour guide Gina!”

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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

“Well organized . Great hospitality . Was very cold in December and the lodge provided a warm experience. The Northern Lights was a highlight of our trip.”

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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

“Savvy and Greg were awesome. They were knowledgeable, friendly and took great care of us. They helped with taking pictures and shared their experiences. I would do it again.”

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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

“Absolutely amazing!!! Nathan was such a great guide, his passion and excitement made the tour unforgettable. His excitement every time the northern lights flared was contagious and made the experience all the better. He for sure knows his stuff. His many years of experience in…”

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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

“I highly recommend this experience! Our guide, Jake, was the best!!! He was so knowledgeable about so much and was lots of fun. The Dalton Hwy was VERY rough which was surprising. Be prepared to be jostled for over 115 miles. We are in our…”

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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

“Tour guide was very prompt & friendly. He pointed out when the lights were starting & took amazing pictures which he sent the link for the next morning. The glass house was very warm & comfortable.”

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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

“We had an amazing family trip yesterday! Would definitely do this again. Our guide Jake was great - he took us to some amazing Aurora viewing spots and words can’t describe how WOW the northern lights were for the naked eye. Prepare yourself for a…”

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15.Fairbanks: Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour

Discover the Arctic wilderness and Northern Lights on a 14-hour Fairbanks tour crossing the Arctic Circle, with expert guides, wildlife, and stunning scenery.

★ 4.3

“Long trip. Our guide, Logan, was able to break the monotony by giving us information about the locale. He also told us humorous stories about his experiences as a guide. The only unfortunate thing was that the northern lights chose not to give us a…”

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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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