Best Northern Lights Photography Tours in the USA — Our Top 7

1.SkyChase™ | Northern Lights Experience – Free Photography & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 706 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $335Our pick

Review of Fairbanks SkyChase Northern Lights tour, with aurora chasing, campfire food, photography, heated vans, pricing, and practical tips.

“It was a great experience. The team was very well prepared, engaged and knew exactly what they were doing. Extremely friendly and dedicated. Truly amazing experience. Everything was spot on, from communication to logistics and then the actual experience on board once the tour started. Definitely bang for the buck! I highly recommend them!”

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2.Northern Lights Aurora Tour with FREE Photography

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 486 reviews · 8 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $210

Fairbanks aurora tour with hotel pickup, expert guides, warm van, snacks, and free professional photos during an 8 to 12 hour chase.

“The host is really nice! And they even prepared cake for us and they are expert in chasing Aurora! They are passion about what they are doing and insist helping us to find the best view!”

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3.Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 481 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $189

Fairbanks aurora chase with hotel pickup, rural viewing, and free guide-taken photos. Learn about timing, cold, limits, and value.

“What an incredible experience! David was our driver and photographer who took us to different spots searching for the Aurora Borealis. On our 2nd stop, Lo and behold! It came out right in front of us! The pictures came out absolutely beautiful! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Fairbanks, Alaska. And ask for David, he is so passionate with his job!”

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4.Mountaintop 360° Best Alaskan Cabin with Photography @Aurora Camp

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 322 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99Best value

Review of Fairbanks Aurora Camp, a warm mountaintop cabin with 360° views, aurora photos, snacks, transfers, and practical booking tips.

“This was a Great Experience!! Very warm and family oriented with Hot Dogs, Pizza and games! The Host is fantastic and made sure we had a great experience!!! Highly Recommended!”

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5.Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 220 reviews · 1 day · from $210

Fairbanks aurora tour with flexible chasing, hotel pickup, warm vans, expert guides, snacks, and professional Northern Lights photos.

“Highly recommend this tour! The hosts made sure we get good photographs and goes above and beyond to make sure we stay warm and comfortable. Had the best time!”

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6.Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 162 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $99

Review of Fairbanks Aurora Glass House at Cleary Summit, with warm indoor viewing, photography, snacks, pickup details, value, and practical tips.

“We were picked up by Michael at the time that he had told us. Drove to our destination and watched and waited for the lights. The place is set up great! There is an assortment of drinks, snacks, games, to keep you occupied while you wait. Michael was very helpful and nice. We did get to see a few colors, hoping for more, but regardless the night was beautiful! Lots of stars and the moon was bright! Would recommend”

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7.Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights Photo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 156 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $315

Review of Anchorage’s six-hour Aurora Tour, with photo help, hotel pickup, mountain views, cold-weather tips, and honest booking advice.

“The tour operator cancelled the tour and we didnt go on the tour. Please refund my money!!! The tour was a sham!!”

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