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Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos - Arctic Night Tours
A 8 to 12 h northern lights tour from Fairbanks by Arctic Night Tours, shared with up to 28 travellers. From 225 USD per person, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 566 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos is a 8 to 12 h aurora tour from Fairbanks, shared with up to 28 travellers, run by Arctic Night Tours. It costs from 225 USD per person and is rated 4.9 out of 5 by 566 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 the Magic of the Northern Lights: Aurora Tours from Fairbanks
Join us on an unforgettable journey to witness the awe-inspiring Northern Lights! Whether near or far, we'll drive to the best locations to maximize your chances of seeing this natural wonder.
Flexible Distance & Timing: We adapt our tours based on the aurora forecast, ensuring you have the best experience possible.
Free Photography: Capture breathtaking memories with our complimentary photography services.
Snacks & Drinks: Trips include delicious snacks and water to keep you refreshed.
More Than a Tour: Immerse yourself in an amazing Alaskan adventure filled with vivid impressions, wonderful emotions, and the thrill of the wild.
Fall in Love with Alaska: Let us make your Alaskan dreams come true.
Book your Aurora tour today and embark on a journey you'll cherish forever!
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Not a single meeting with the Northern Lights is like another. Each time the lights change colors and start new dance. Their main hue is green, but it can be purple, pink, red and blue, depending on their strength and atmospheric conditions. Aurora Borealis is a mystical unpredictable and beautiful phenomenon that suddenly appears and disappears in the same way. (480 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 28 travellers
- Hotel pickup included for everyone
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 15 travellers
- Operator: Arctic Night Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 | 351 | 183 |
| 4 stars | 12 | 6 |
| 3 stars | 4 | 2 |
| 2 stars | 2 | 0 |
| 1 star | 5 | 1 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 390056P2, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos in Fairbanks cost?
From 225 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 Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos in Fairbanks last?
8 to 12 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 Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos in Fairbanks private or shared?
It is shared with up to 28 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 Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos 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 Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos 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 Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos in Fairbanks?
Arctic Night 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 390056P2, 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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