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Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Experience
A 9 h northern lights tour from Fairbanks by Heart of Alaska Tours, shared with up to 12 travellers. From 245 USD per person, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 44 reviews on the booking site and Tripadvisor.
In short
Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern is a 9 h aurora tour from Fairbanks, shared with up to 12 travellers, run by Heart of Alaska Tours. It costs from 245 USD per person and is rated 4.9 out of 5 by 44 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
What makes us special is our dedicated, professional guide, who will accompany you throughout your entire journey. Relax while we handle the driving, and rest assured that your guide will be there to provide valuable information, Alaskan facts, and stories about Alaska. Additionally, if the Northern Lights are visible during your tour, we will include a professional portrait photography session to capture the magic of the moment.
Operator listing, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- change for locker
- Ice museum ticket
- Transportation to and from Hot springs resort
- Admittance to Hot springs pools
Not included
- Ice museum Appletini
- Dinner
- Gratuities
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 12 travellers
- Hotel pickup included for everyone
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 12 travellers
- Operator: Heart of Alaska Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 12:31 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 13:35 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 | Booking site | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 32 | 8 |
| 4 stars | 4 | 0 |
| 3 stars | 0 | 0 |
| 2 stars | 0 | 0 |
| 1 star | 0 | 0 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 5563913P1, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern in Fairbanks cost?
From 245 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 Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern in Fairbanks last?
9 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 Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern in Fairbanks private or shared?
It is shared with up to 12 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 Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern 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 Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern 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 Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern in Fairbanks?
Heart of Alaska Tours, 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 (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 5563913P1, 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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