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Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights Photo
4.6
119 Ratings
Girdwood
Experience the magic of the Alaskan night sky on the Anchorage Aurora Quest. Join the longest-running northern lights photo tour and increase your chances of witnessing the awe-inspiring aurora borealis. Reserve now and pay later!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Chugach State Park - One potential stop during this tour is the Glen Alps trailhead, were we will walk on a short trail to an overlook of the city and a wide view to the north.
- Eagle River - A possible stop along the tour is the Mt. Baldy trailhead, which provides high elevation, expansive views of the north.
- Palmer - We will spend most of our time in the area of Palmer, visiting locations from the Knik River to Hatcher Pass Management Area.
What's Included
- State park admission fees included
- Guided tour with a professional photographer
- Snacks provided for your enjoyment
- Warm tea and coffee available
- Cozy blanket for comfort
- Capture the Aurora with provided tripods
- Take stunning Aurora portraits
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
This is the most enduring aurora borealis photographic expedition in the vicinity of Anchorage. We collect you from your lodging in Anchorage and embark on a nighttime journey to experience the wonders of the Alaskan nocturnal heavens. It serves as an excellent choice for any tourists visiting Alaska from August until late April, catering to all from dedicated photographers to casual sightseers.
A daily update encompassing predictions of both the northern lights and meteorological conditions is maintained. Relying on these forecasts, the tour proceeds only if there’s a likelihood of witnessing the aurora. Although, since both the weather and the aurora borealis are unpredictable natural events, we cannot assure the sighting of the northern lights.
Your opportunity for a successful aurora viewing is amplified by allowing you to book multiple nights as per availability and settling payment merely 48 hours ahead, under the Reserve Now & Pay Later plan. If the northern lights remain elusive during your tour, we offer a complimentary rescheduled tour.
- Not recommended for small children
Location
Chugach State Park
Mile 115 Seward Highway,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(119 Ratings)
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T5835tdkimh
Aug 29, 2024
Honest and forthright company - We weren’t able to go on this tour as the weather conditions were not optimal to see the Northern Lights. However, we greatly appreciated the company’s honesty and integrity. They could have taken us on the tour anyway and kept our money but they didn’t. They were honest and upfront and refunded our money the next day.
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Curiosity29485024338
Jul 27, 2024
Going above and Beyond - Terry was great. She was so positive with the rain and helped us so much to improve our camera skills in Manual Mode. She took us to some great off the path places and gave a lot of great advice. She helped make the photos on our trip much better than they would have been otherwise.
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Larissa_b
Jun 25, 2024
Fun experience! - Great experience! We didn’t have the best luck seeing the northern lights but the guides made it super fun. Having photographers capture family photos and the northern lights was amazing!!
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Candyjoreteg
Apr 16, 2024
Amazing Northern Lights Experience - Came to Anchorage for a two day business trip and I've always wanted to see the Northern Lights. Most of the Anchorage based tour sites I tried wouldn't let me book as a solo traveler, so I was excited when I found this tour. I really appreciate that they tell you upfront what criteria they use to decide if the tour is going to go, and they don't take you out if there isn't a decent chance to see the northern lights. Our guide and driver, Colin, was informative, fun to chat with, and a safe driver. We got lucky and saw a spectacular light show. Most of us were not actual photographers, but we all got great pictures on our cell phones, and Colin made sure we got set up with the best views and took portraits of all of us in front of the lights.
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Josephcy2888jp
Apr 4, 2024
most experienced & best tour guide with photography experience! - My friend and I had the best time!!!! ! Ben was really friendly and definitely knew what he was doing!!! Other companies were trying to follow us & see where our tour guide was going because they’re much more experienced with the area than other companies. The first time we went, the aurora wasn’t really visible due to cloud coverage (but we still got amazing pictures from the first time) so we were able to get rebooked a few days later and it was really cool! The lights were more visible & ben took amazing pictures for us! Ben showed us the differences with the Milky Way, shooting stars, satellites, etc. Definitely going to do this again next winter with my husband! It’s definitely a plus getting progressional pictures (for free) at the end of the tour too!
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Lauren_w
Mar 25, 2024
Our guide Ben, was... - Our guide Ben, was fantastic. He made this trip what I was wishing for. The Aurora/Birthday Gods were kind. We had lights!!!
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Jiayi_s
Mar 21, 2024
Great experience - Love the experience! Our guide was great and helped us took a lot of pictures. We didn’t see much light but it was totally unforgettable.
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Happiness62216392383
Mar 19, 2024
If you’re looking for northern lights in the Anchorage area - This is it - Booked the tour Thursday night, March 15. Evening had an estimated k index of 3.67 at around midnight to 3am. Luckily, clear skies and little interference with the moon. Tour guide, Ben, picked me up from my Airbnb. We went to three locations. The last location was where we had the best view. The lights were more of a haze, but Ben was patient and we got to see the lights very vividly. He is very experienced and knowledgeable. Without this tour, I would not have seen the lights in the Anchorage area. Additionally, hot drinks, hand warmers, and snacks were provided. Best of all were the professional portraits and landscapes that were included, and download link sent afterwards. Excellent tour. I would definitely do it again.
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G
Aug 27, 2024
Unfortunate but reasonable result. - Unfortunately, we were unable to go and view aurora due to poor weather. We were given two options to attend on a different day or get a refund. We couldn't make a difference day and had to settle for the refund. I must say the refund was action quickly and without any fuss on our part.
For this, I strongly recommend this tour, as they have proven to be a credible business.
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Ohseeyah
Apr 19, 2024
Disappointed in Anchorage - Well I wish I had a story to tell. Our excursion was cancelled due to weather visibility. Those are the chances you take I guess. We onlu had a short window of time to witness the aurora borealis. We travelled to Anchorage to provide free dental treatment to the underserved. We were hoping to get the chance to see it the night before we prepare for the 12 hour marathon on Saturday, that begins at 6:00am. We are more disappointed about the weather and not the group. Using the word terrible only expresses our disappointment and not our experience.
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