# SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience - Free Photography & More

> Fairbanks northern lights tour: SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience . 5 h, shared with up to 60 travellers, rated 4.8 out of 5 by 801 travellers.

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Updated on: 2026-10-09

A 5 h northern lights tour from Fairbanks by Aurora In Alaska, shared with up to 60 travellers. From 335 USD per person, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 801 reviews on the booking site and Tripadvisor.

## In short

SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience  is a 5 h aurora tour from Fairbanks, shared with up to 60 travellers, run by Aurora In Alaska. It costs from 335 USD per person and is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 801 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.

## What the operator says

We don’t just take you to the Northern Lights — we chase them.
At Aurora In Alaska™, our exclusive SkyChase™ Northern Lights Experience uses our Lights-for-Life™ Formula to track weather, clouds, and solar activity in real time to take you to the clearest skies, at the best time.
Travel in a heated, winterized Mercedes Sprinter van, relax at our mobile Aurora lodge, enjoy a twilight campfire meal, and sip drinks from our Borealis Brew Bar. Receive unlimited Aurora portraits from our pro photographers, plus night-lapse video and tripod rentals.
We’re the only tour with an Aurora Guarantee: If no Aurora is visible to the eye or camera on a “guaranteed night,” you get a 50% refund or free rebooking.
Disclaimer: A guaranteed night is based on real-time conditions. If any Aurora is visible by eye or camera, the night is considered fulfilled.
Operator listing, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
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## What the price covers

### Included
- 360° time-lapse video of the night
- Aurora Guarantee* (refund or retry if no lights are seen)
- Twilight Campfire meal (Alaskan reindeer sausage or vegan option)
- Your personal Auro-meteorologist - predicts northern lights' visibility blending aurora and weather.
- Hands-on camera support & tripod rentals
- Keepsake Media - professional photography included, downloadable images
- Real-time Aurora tracking with Lights-for-Life™ Formula
- Solo Stove Fire Pits (most nights)

### Not included
- Edited Pictures - unlimited download of edited photos
- Please note our Primary goal is Aurora viewing. Weather and other variables may remove extras
- Meals beyond the included fire-cooked meals we provide
- Transportation is not private and can have up to a max of 14 guests in one van.
- RAW files and watermark-free originals are not included in the base package

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Itinerary

- As our home base, Fairbanks is one of the best locations in the world for Northern Lights viewing: located directly under the Aurora Oval. Each night, our SkyChase™ tour departs from Fairbanks and uses the Lights-for-Life™ Formula to determine the optimal location outside the city for clear skies and strong activity.
- Murphy Dome is one of the highest accessible points in the Fairbanks area and occasionally used on clear-sky nights for its panoramic views and low light pollution. It’s a prime example of the remote high-elevation locations our team accesses while chasing the Aurora.
- While not our final destination, North Pole, Alaska is located along our route and adds charm to the adventure. Guests love passing Santa Claus House and seeing this quirky, festive town en route to darker skies.
- Chena Hot Springs region is often considered when skies to the east are favorable. These peaceful, forested areas offer a quiet backdrop for Northern Lights viewing with excellent visibility when cloud trends push us in that direction.
- c, northeast of Fairbanks, is one of the elevated points we use on select Aurora nights. When conditions are right, it offers excellent visibility and sweeping skies, especially during high activity nights.
- While not a nightly destination, Denali National Park is visible on rare clear-sky nights from certain elevated viewpoints. Guests occasionally glimpse the Alaska Range from afar, especially during strong Aurora activity. This region highlights the vast scope of Alaska’s night sky and our commitment to chasing the most breathtaking views whenever possible.
- This historical stop marks the first major gold discovery in Alaska and is located along one of the routes we sometimes take while chasing clear skies. Though we typically pass by, it showcases our access to remote, scenic locations far from city lights. It’s a meaningful part of the Alaskan landscape and history.
- The Chena area is one of many regions we travel toward when skies are favorable. It offers forested backdrops, river reflections, and lower light pollution: making it a frequent route on strong Aurora nights. This region represents one of many weather-based destination options included in our flexible SkyChase™ route strategy.
- One of many high-elevation stops that we utilize on clear-sky nights for its vast visibility and iconic Alaska scenery. Our flexible route often includes this point or others nearby when it offers cloud-free conditions and great Aurora potential. We use dozens of pre-approved locations in all directions based on real-time sky data.
- The Two Rivers and Pleasant Valley region is often considered when skies to the east are favorable. These peaceful, forested areas offer a quiet backdrop for Northern Lights viewing with excellent visibility when cloud trends push us in that direction.
- Ester Dome is a frequent direction for clear-sky nights. Its elevation, low light pollution, and distance from city glow make it a strong candidate in our flexible SkyChase™ route system.
- On nights with clearing trends to the west, we may head toward the Nenana Hills region, exploring lesser-known sites that deliver expansive skies and beautiful terrain far from city lights.

## Group size, pickup and languages

- Shared with up to 60 travellers
- Hotel pickup or meeting point, chosen at booking
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 30 travellers
- Operator: Aurora In Alaska
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No more than 1 backpack per guest
- All persons joining are required to purchase a ticket, despite their age.
- Please visit our website for a full cancellation policy and information

## Aurora over Fairbanks tonight

The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The [Alaska page](/alaska/) has the Kp Fairbanks needs and the 3-day forecast.

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## Reviews of SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience  by rating

| Rating | Booking site | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 282 | 455 |
| 4 stars | 19 | 14 |
| 3 stars | 3 | 6 |
| 2 stars | 4 | 5 |
| 1 star | 8 | 5 |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience  in Fairbanks cost?

From 335 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 SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience  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 SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience  in Fairbanks private or shared?

It is shared with up to 60 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 SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience  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 listing at the time of booking.

### What Kp index does SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience  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 SkyChase™: Northern Lights Experience  in Fairbanks?

Aurora In Alaska, 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

- [Viator, operator listing 226902P5](https://www.viator.com/tours/Fairbanks/Incredible-Aurora-Viewing-Adventure/d5269-226902P5?mcid=42383&pid=P00082625&medium=api&api_version=2.0&pid=P00082625&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=kpforecast-fairbanks), checked on 2026-10-09
- [NOAA SWPC, OVATION aurora forecast model](https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/products/aurora-30-minute-forecast), checked on 2026-10-09