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Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour
A 10 h northern lights tour from Fairbanks by Alaska Wild Lights, shared with up to 14 travellers. From 275 USD per person, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,350 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour is a 10 h aurora tour from Fairbanks, shared with up to 14 travellers, run by Alaska Wild Lights. It costs from 275 USD per person and is rated 4.6 out of 5 by 1,350 travellers. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Fairbanks and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
Embark on one of our most popular evening adventures to Chena Hot Springs Resort, a renowned Alaskan getaway just 60 miles from Fairbanks. Keep an eye out for moose, fox, or beavers as you travel through the scenic interior.
Your night begins with a guided tour of the Aurora Ice Museum, home to stunning ice sculptures and the famous ice bar, where you can optionally enjoy an Appletini in a hand-carved ice glass. Then relax with dinner or a drink in the cozy resort restaurant, featuring fresh, locally sourced produce (meal not included).
Afterward, soak in the outdoor mineral hot springs, a rejuvenating experience under the stars, or explore the snowy grounds while waiting for a chance to witness the magical Aurora Borealis. Your guide will point out the best spots for viewing and provide tips to make the most of the night.
PLEASE NOTE:
You are eligible for a full refund up to 7 days before your tour.
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Admission to the Aurora Ice Museum
- Resort Pool-Passes (outdoor hot springs, hot tubs & swimming areas)
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off Services
- Local Guide
- Standing Dinner Reservation
Not included
- Gratuities
- Resort Restaurant Meal Cost
- Towels
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
3Itinerary
- After being picked up, sit back, relax and enjoy the 60 mile (97 kms) journey out to Chena Hot Springs Resort. Keep a lookout for wildlife that might include a moose, beaver or fox. Upon arrival, you’ll be given a guided tour of the Aurora Ice Museum, constructed of over 1000 tons of ice and snow. Marvel at magnificent ice-sculptures created by world-renowned ice carvers, sit at the ice bar on a (45 min)
- After arriving at the resort, you'll be taken to the restaurant where you can sample some home grown Alaskan fare (optional and not included in price). Enjoy a hot or cold beverage at the bar or don your bathing suit and head to the hot springs. The revitalizing mineral water soothes muscles with its warm temperatures of 106 degrees F (41 degrees C) year-round. You can soak under the stars in an o (360 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 14 travellers
- Hotel pickup included for everyone
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 8 travellers
- Operator: Alaska Wild Lights
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in cold weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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 | 298 | 782 |
| 4 stars | 56 | 78 |
| 3 stars | 24 | 32 |
| 2 stars | 14 | 21 |
| 1 star | 26 | 19 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 5957NLIGHTS, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour in Fairbanks cost?
From 275 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 & Chena Hot Springs Tour in Fairbanks last?
10 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 & Chena Hot Springs Tour in Fairbanks private or shared?
It is shared with up to 14 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 & Chena Hot Springs Tour in Fairbanks?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. The exact wording and any weather clause are on the Viator listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour 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 & Chena Hot Springs Tour in Fairbanks?
Alaska Wild Lights, 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 5957NLIGHTS, 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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