Aurora Lodge Viewing: A unique experience in Alaska's Interior under the glorious Northern Lights
4.6
196 Ratings
Fairbanks
Experience the magic of the Northern Lights in Alaska's Interior with our Aurora Lodge Viewing Tour. Enjoy the comfort of a warm lodge and the expertise of a local guide while waiting for the Aurora to appear. Book now!
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Fairbanks - See the Aurora from inside a beautiful Alaskan log lodge. All creature comforts available here.
What's Included
  • Comfortable transportation in a climate-controlled van
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included
  • Insightful local guide for a personalized experience
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges are covered
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Alaska’s expansive nightscape allows for excellent vistas of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights).

For our Aurora Lodge Viewing excursion, we handpick one of the finest Aurora observation lodges in the vicinity, ensuring you an optimal opportunity to glimpse the Northern Lights, along with the assurance of a cozy, protected environment.

This introduces a game-changing experience in Aurora viewing. Apart from reserving a heated spot to wait for the Aurora’s appearance, you’ll have an informed local guide at your disposal. They will be ready to respond to your every query and impart extra details. 

We begin our journey with an easy pick-up from your city-limited hotel, proceeding to escape the urban glare in our comfortable, roomy vans for each guest’s ease.

Please be informed that the Northern Lights (aurora) appearance is not guaranteed, being a natural marvel beyond our control, and no remuneration will be provided if the aurora fails to show.

  • Please make sure to dress appropriate. It can get very cold during our dark winter nights.
  • Winter boots
  • Handwarmer
  • Gloves
  • Layers
  • Hat (maybe even a Face mask)
  • Winterjacket
  • Snow pants etc. are some examples of what you can bring.
  • We do not have Cameras or cold weather gear for rent. Please make sure to make arrangements before your tour starts.
  • Not recommended for children under 4 years of age.
Location
Fairbanks
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(196 Ratings)
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Geoycelyng
Mar 28, 2024
It was worth it - Had Dana, arrived on time and very pleasant. We were a small grp of 3 and very quiet. The lodge was very simply, yet cozy. The head person there went over Aurora forecasting and would direct us outside to view....he even helped me with my photo settings to get some pretty dope shots. It's was a great event! I definitely recommebd!
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Kiyoshi_m
Mar 23, 2024
Amazing - I could see wonderful Aurora with this tour. It was amazing! The lodge was very clean and comfortable. Everything was smooth. I recommend this tour to everyone.
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Magdolna
Mar 23, 2024
Aurora Longe viewing - The view was amazing I took so many pictures. The place we were in the top of the mountain was the best place to view the Northern Light. We also have cafe hot chocolate or tea and becket. We can view in the very nice warm longe inside or the big patio outside to take pictures. I recommend it to everybody this place.
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B3789edrona
Mar 22, 2024
A great start to our week in Fairbanks. - The presentation was extremely well done. Steve's knowledge of cameras and phones was amazing and very helpful. The lights were such a blessing to see. We were so thankful for the warm building and restrooms. Our tour guide was compassionate and stopped 2 or 3 times on the way back to give us more aurora views.
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941larryb
Mar 21, 2024
Convenient trip to city with warm lodge to relax in waiting for Aurora appearance. - The lodge viewing experience was very convenient to downtown Fairbanks so travel time was only about 30 minutes each way. Then, being allowed to relax in the lodge while waiting on Aurora appearance and viewing thru the lodge windows, then stepping out the back door to an expansive deck for photography made for an easy adventure. Coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies were waiting inside once we left the deck waiting for our next photography events.
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Nancy_l
Mar 20, 2024
Easy and cozy for solo travelers. - Kathy made us all feel so welcomed and drove very safely. Seeing the lights was fantastic and (I forget his name) but the man who ran the program took such fun photos of everybody and explained everything about Aurorae.
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Celia
Mar 17, 2024
Amazing - What an amazing experience. The Northern Lights were breathtaking. The lodge itself was very cozy and relaxing. We had a pick up from our hotel and the driver was very safe. Definitely recommend.
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Rebecca_h
Mar 29, 2024
Great lodge with deck, but crammed with people - Our group of 12 arrived at a beautiful lodge atop Cleary Summit. We walked into a large darkened room STUFFED with people! I counted over 34 people crammed into the space. There were hot drinks and cookies available. There was a large viewing deck out back. The host said very little, so we were on our own to know when the lights were outside. He even seemed overwhelmed with the number of people. I don't know what happened, but this was described as a "small group tour" and it was far from that! Fortunately, we saw a great light show and since it started late, we were allowed to stay an extra 40 minutes. Great experience except for the huge number of people. 4/5 stars for that reason.
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Nancy_l
Mar 22, 2024
Cozy… - It’s a lovely, cozy cottage to watch the Aurora from. Sadly, the Aurora didn’t make much of an appearance last night, but that’s not the fault of the owner.
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Tammyh680
Mar 18, 2024
Warm waiting area - We enjoyed the night. Our guide was great and even took us to another spot bc she felt the aurora may be better there. We saw a little of it but not much.
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