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Aurora Glass House: Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit
A 5 h northern lights tour from Fairbanks by Amazing Aurora Tour, shared with up to 30 travellers. From 99 USD per person, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 247 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Aurora Glass House: Northern Lights is a 5 h aurora tour from Fairbanks, shared with up to 30 travellers, run by Amazing Aurora Tour. It costs from 99 USD per person and is rated 4.7 out of 5 by 247 travellers. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Fairbanks and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
Discover our brand-new glass house, offering stunning panoramic views! Experience the magic of the Northern Lights from our Aurora Glass House at the top of Cleary Summit. Relax in a cozy cabin with floor-to-ceiling windows, perfect for viewing and photographing the aurora. Step outside anytime for an even closer look at the aurora in the dark sky, far from city lights.
Enjoy hot cocoa, coffee, and snacks while waiting, and take advantage of our Aurora photography services to capture stunning memories of this unforgettable night. Whether you stay inside or venture outdoors, this stylish and remote glass house offers the best Northern Lights viewing in Alaska.
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Guided transfer to the 270° Aurora Glass House
- Aurora portrait photography (when visible)
- Cozy cabin with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- snacks, water
Not included
- Gratuities
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 30 travellers
- Hotel pickup included for everyone
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 14 travellers
- Operator: Amazing Aurora Tour
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
4Aurora over Fairbanks tonight
The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The Alaska page has the Kp Fairbanks needs and the 3-day forecast.
Data: NOAA SWPC, fetched 09:58 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 11:05 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).
5Other northern lights tours in Fairbanks
| Rating | Viator | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 94 | 115 |
| 4 stars | 9 | 4 |
| 3 stars | 8 | 5 |
| 2 stars | 1 | 3 |
| 1 star | 6 | 2 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 467876P2, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Aurora Glass House: Northern Lights in Fairbanks cost?
From 99 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the Viator listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Aurora Glass House: Northern Lights in Fairbanks last?
5 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 Aurora Glass House: Northern Lights in Fairbanks private or shared?
It is shared with up to 30 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 Aurora Glass House: Northern Lights in Fairbanks?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The exact wording and any weather clause are on the Viator listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Aurora Glass House: Northern Lights need to see the northern lights from Fairbanks?
Fairbanks needs Kp 1 or more by the NOAA rule used on this site, and a dark, clear sky. The live probability over Fairbanks is shown on this page and refreshes every 15 minutes.
Who runs Aurora Glass House: Northern Lights in Fairbanks?
Amazing Aurora Tour, the operator named on the Viator listing. Reviews shown here combine Viator and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 467876P2, 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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