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Fairbanks Northern Lights Photography Tour
TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
Very goodTop 18% in Fairbanks
21 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Fairbanks
- Updated November 1, 2026
Chase the aurora from quiet Fairbanks viewing spots with an expert photographer, personalized photo tips, and professional portraits.
About this tour
Set out beneath Fairbanks’ dark winter skies with a photographer who knows how to follow the aurora. This small-group Fairbanks Northern Lights Photography Tour pairs real-time aurora tracking with a personal introduction to the science behind the lights.
Spend 5–8 hours chasing clear skies and quieter viewing locations away from city light pollution, traveling by air-conditioned vehicle. With no more than three guests, you’ll have room to ask questions and get photography guidance tailored to your experience, whether you’re picking up a camera for the first time or refining your night-sky technique. Professional aurora portraits are included, along with headlamps, hand and toe warmers, snacks, bottled water, and coffee or tea.
If the aurora doesn’t appear or weather forces a cancellation, free rebooking is available subject to availability. Join this Fairbanks Northern Lights Photography Tour for an intimate night outdoors, practical photo tips, and portraits beneath the northern sky.
Highlights
- Chase the aurora with a professional photographer and expert guide
- Visit quieter viewing spots away from city lights
- Learn how auroras form and how guides track them in real time
- Get photography tips for every skill level
- Take home professional aurora portraits
What's included
Included
- Headlamps
- Free rebooking, subject to availability, if no aurora is seen or weather forces cancellation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hand and toe warmers
- Coffee and tea
- Professional aurora portraits
Ratings on each provider
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View on ViatorViator
5.00 / 5 · 21 reviews
Important information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does the tour last?
Aurora chasing lasts approximately 5–8 hours.
How many guests can join?
The small group is limited to a maximum of 3 guests.
What happens if the aurora is not visible?
Free rebooking is available, subject to availability, if no aurora is seen or weather forces a cancellation.
Are photography skills required?
No. Photography tips are suited to all skill levels, and professional aurora portraits are included.
What is included during the tour?
The tour includes transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, headlamps, warmers, snacks, bottled water, and coffee or tea.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 21 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Fairbanks
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.0. Top 18% in Fairbanks means it ranks in the top 18% of tours in Fairbanks by this score.
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