How long is the tour?

Tours are fully customizable and range from roughly 3 hours (half-night) up to 18 hours for overnight excursions or Denali Highway options.

Do you guarantee aurora sightings?

No — the aurora is a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed; guides monitor NOAA/NASA indices and will reschedule when visibility is impossible.

Is transportation included?

Yes — transportation from lodgings within approximately 25 miles of Fairbanks and North Pole is included; farther pickup may incur a fuel surcharge.

Are children and mobility-challenged guests accommodated?

Yes — private tours are ideal for families and mobility needs; advise the operator about young children or accessibility requirements when booking.

What photography help is provided?

Every tour includes photography assistance for phones and cameras, five edited portrait photos, and optional camera/tripod rentals or full photo packages.

Where might we go on a chase?

Destinations vary by weather and package and may include Paxson, Castner Glacier areas, Denali Highway pullouts, or Chena Hot Springs.

Private Aurora Night: Custom Northern Lights Tours from Ester & Fairbanks

In Ester, Alaska, a short drive from Fairbanks North Star Borough & Vicinity, a private night with the aurora becomes a personalized expedition: PRIVATE - Aurora Night - You Pick The Type Of Tour! offers customizable aurora chases that stretch from three hours to full overnight excursions. Guides tailor each trip to your party — choose a half-night for children or elders, a full-night chase, or multi-day combos that add dog sledding, ice fishing, Chena Hot Springs, Castner Glacier viewing, or even a Denali Highway overnight. What sets this operator apart is the mix of fieldcraft and hospitality: an on-board aurora discussion, hands-on photography help for phones and cameras, five edited portraits included, simple snacks and hot cocoa, and transport from lodgings within roughly 25 miles of Fairbanks and North Pole.

The landscape here is raw and wide: black spruce and birch give way to tundra and the frozen veins of rivers and glaciers. Under clear skies you watch curtains of green and magenta flare above permafrost-stippled ground and long, low ridgelines — geological markers of glacial sculpting and riverine carving that make interior Alaska one of the best aurora-viewing theaters. Stops may be as remote as Paxson or along the Denali Highway or as locally warm as Chena Hot Springs depending on weather and your chosen package.

Practical details matter: guides carry tripods and can rent Sony cameras; portraits under the lights are included at the discretion of the photographer. Expect restroom stops to be outside in remote zones, and be prepared for cold nights even on shorter chases. The outfit’s flexibility — private vehicles for small groups, accommodation for mobility needs, and options for larger parties with advance notice — makes this a top pick for couples with a special occasion or families seeking a controlled, comfortable aurora outing.

Sustainability and safety are woven into the offering: guides monitor NOAA and NASA aurora indices and pivot plans around weather, and they’ll reschedule when visibility is impossible. Though no operator can guarantee a show — the aurora is a natural phenomenon — the company’s local experience, photographic coaching, and customizable add-ons give you the best possible night under Alaska’s polar sky. For travelers based in Ester or Fairbanks, this custom aurora tour transforms a glimpse of northern lights into a crafted, memorable evening shaped around your group’s pace and priorities. Bring layered, windproof clothing and extra batteries—cold drains camera and phone power quickly. If you want portraits or extended photography support, request camera rental and tripod in advance. Pickup within 25 miles is standard; ask about fuel surcharge for farther lodgings. Private booking is ideal for proposals, family groups, or guests needing seats for young children or mobility accommodations. Book early for winter.

Private Aurora Night: Custom Northern Lights Tours from Ester & Fairbanks

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