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Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury Northern Lights Tour
A 4 to 5 h northern lights tour from Fairbanks by LUCKY BEAR TOURS, shared with up to 30 travellers. From 179 USD per person, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 33 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury is a 4 to 5 h aurora tour from Fairbanks, shared with up to 30 travellers, run by LUCKY BEAR TOURS. It costs from 179 USD per person and is rated 4.4 out of 5 by 33 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
Brand-new for 2025, the Aurora Glass House sits atop Cleary Summit in Fairbanks, Alaska. With floor-to-ceiling windows and over 270° panoramic views, this modern cabin offers a warm, cozy space to enjoy the Northern Lights. Relax in plush lounge chairs, sip hot drinks, and hear stories from your friendly local host while the aurora dances across the sky.
Highlights
• Brand-new Aurora Glass House for 2025 on Cleary Summit
• Over 270° panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling windows
• Stay warm with cozy seating and complimentary hot drinks
• Perfect for couples, families, and photographers
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Aurora Photography service
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Snacks, Coffee, Tea, hot water
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Hotel Pickup in Fairbanks City Area, Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Fairbanks and confirm your booking details before departure. (30 min)
- Travelers will experience the Northern Lights from the comfort of our brand-new Aurora Glass House, located on top of Cleary Summit. With expansive floor-to-ceiling windows and over 270° panoramic views, guests can relax in cozy lounge chairs, enjoy complimentary hot drinks, and listen to fascinating aurora stories shared by the local host. This unique location offers one of the best vantage point (180 min)
- Hotel Drop-off in Fairbanks City Area, After the aurora viewing, relax on the return drive and get dropped off at your hotel in Fairbanks. (30 min)
4Group 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: LUCKY BEAR TOURS
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Weather can change quickly in Alaska, so we typically do not cancel tours due to changing weather conditions.
5Aurora 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 09:11 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 10:15 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 Fairbanks
| Rating | Viator | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 16 | 10 |
| 4 stars | 1 | 0 |
| 3 stars | 2 | 1 |
| 2 stars | 0 | 0 |
| 1 star | 1 | 2 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 5539938P3, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury in Fairbanks cost?
From 179 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 Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury in Fairbanks last?
4 to 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 Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury 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 Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury 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 Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury 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 Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury in Fairbanks?
LUCKY BEAR TOURS, 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 5539938P3, 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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