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Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights Photo
A 6 h northern lights tour from Anchorage by Alaska Photo Treks, shared with up to 10 travellers. From 315 USD per person, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 181 reviews on the booking site and Tripadvisor.
In short
Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights is a 6 h aurora tour from Anchorage, shared with up to 10 travellers, run by Alaska Photo Treks. It costs from 315 USD per person and is rated 4.6 out of 5 by 181 travellers. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Anchorage and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
This is the longest-running northern lights photo tour in the Anchorage area. We pick you up at your Anchorage hotel and take you on a nocturnal adventure to witness the beauty of the Alaskan night sky from August to late April. Led by a professional photographer guide, gain insight into the science behind the Aurora Borealis and learn new photography skills.This tour is for sightseers and photographers alike - no photography experience needed!
We do a daily forecast update for both the aurora borealis and weather. The tour runs only if the forecast indicates a chance of seeing the aurora. Because both weather and the aurora borealis are natural phenomena, we cannot guarantee seeing the northern lights.
Increase your chances by reserving as many nights as you like [space available] and only finalizing payment 48 hours in advance under the Reserve Now & Pay Later system. If you do not see the northern lights during your tour, you get a free make-up tour.
Operator listing, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Aurora portraits
- Blanket
- Snacks
- Professional photographer guide
- State park admission fees
- Tripod
- Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Gratuities
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- One potential stop during this tour is the Glen Alps trailhead, were we will walk on a short trail to an overlook of the city and a wide view to the north. (45 min)
- A possible stop along the tour is the Mt. Baldy trailhead, which provides high elevation, expansive views of the north. (45 min)
- We will spend most of our time in the area of Palmer, visiting locations from the Knik River to Hatcher Pass Management Area. (180 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 10 travellers
- Hotel pickup or meeting point, chosen at booking
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 10 travellers
- Operator: Alaska Photo Treks
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
5Aurora over Anchorage tonight
The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The Alaska page has the Kp Anchorage needs and the 3-day forecast.
Data: NOAA SWPC, fetched 11:40 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 12:47 UTC. Aurora also needs a dark and clear sky. Kp needed: NOAA puts the edge of the auroral oval at about 66° geomagnetic latitude for Kp 0, 2° closer to the equator per Kp level. Geomagnetic latitude from the WMM2025 dipole pole (NOAA NCEI).
6Other northern lights tours in Anchorage
| Rating | Booking site | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 42 | 108 |
| 4 stars | 7 | 6 |
| 3 stars | 6 | 2 |
| 2 stars | 1 | 3 |
| 1 star | 6 | 0 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 9299P8, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights in Anchorage cost?
From 315 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights in Anchorage last?
6 h according to the operator listing. Northern lights tours leave in the dark hours and often return after midnight, so the duration counts from pickup or the meeting point.
Is Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights in Anchorage private or shared?
It is shared with up to 10 travellers. The operator sets this on the listing, so the figure here is read from the catalogue and not estimated.
What is the cancellation policy for Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights in Anchorage?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The exact wording and any weather clause are on the listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights need to see the northern lights from Anchorage?
Anchorage needs Kp 3 or more by the NOAA rule used on this site, and a dark, clear sky. The live probability over Anchorage is shown on this page and refreshes every 15 minutes.
Who runs Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights in Anchorage?
Alaska Photo Treks, the operator named on the listing. Reviews shown here combine the booking site and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 9299P8, checked on 9 Oct 2026
- NOAA SWPC, OVATION aurora forecast model, checked on 9 Oct 2026
Written and maintained by the Kp Forecast editorial team. Independent site, not a space weather agency. Data: NOAA SWPC.
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