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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

“Not worth $250 per person. Subtract the fees for the Springs and Ice Museum, was $210 to be driven to and from the site. Very nice person, but we had a driver, not a guide. No interesting information offered of the area, history, Alaska, etc…”

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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

“Unfortunately, this tour was cancelled just one day before the scheduled date. Because of the late cancellation, we were unable to complete the tour as planned and had very limited time to make alternative arrangements. This caused significant inconvenience to our schedule.”

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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

“Just wow. Tony was very knowledgeable and friendly. There was a decent amount of cloud coverage but they managed to find a clear spot and man did we get lucky with the show nature put on that night. So excited to have the photos and…”

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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

“Thanks David for a great viewing and for persevering and taking us to multiple spots until we saw the aurora”

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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

“Our guide showed e the correct settings on my Canon R8. I was able to get some good pictures. He was so knowledgeable and friendly. We enjoyed our nights at the lodge.”

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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

“Dress warmly. Be prepared to stay up past midnight. The AB got better as the sun set. Really a great place to see the AB.”

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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

“It was really incredible, the tour done whatever humanly possible to catch the aurora and we finally did after driving almost 100miles to almost neat yukon lake. The patience they had to take some many pics was incredible. I would truly recommend and if I…”

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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

“Count your lucky stars this tour exists! This aurora tour was the ABSOLUTE highlight of our entire 2 week Alaska Trip! Every night we looked forward to being picked up and see the magic happen with him! Nathan is both an incredible Aurora guide &…”

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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

“Once in a lifetime experience that everyone should do. Our guide, Ash, was very knowledgeable about native cultures.”

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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. The location and set up is good. The natures show was fantastic. The bathroom was clean and enough food and drinks for everyone.”

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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 trip was amazing! Ash was our guide. He is very knowledgeable about Alaska history and wilderness. He kept long car ride intetesting. We really enjoyed all the stories he told us and learned a lot about the Alaska from him. The sandwiches were delicious!…”

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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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