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SkyChase™ Northern Lights Tour in Fairbanks, Alaska - Fairbanks

SkyChase™ Northern Lights Tour in Fairbanks, Alaska

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

4–6 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels with minimal physical exertion required.

Overview

Chase the Northern Lights in warmth and comfort with SkyChase™ in Fairbanks, Alaska. Enjoy expert guidance, cozy amenities, and an Aurora Guarantee for an unforgettable night.

Sightseeing Tour
Fairbanks, Alaska

SkyChase™ Northern Lights Experience

Don’t Just See the Northern Lights. Experience Them.

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About This Adventure

Experience the breathtaking Northern Lights with the SkyChase™ adventure, featuring a heated mobile lodge and expert guidance. Enjoy cozy amenities, including twilight snacks and professional photo support, while chasing clear skies. With an Aurora Guarantee and flexible booking options, this unforgettable journey promises a magical night under the stars.

SkyChase™ Northern Lights Experience

Powered by the Lights-for-Life™ Formula
Aurora Season: August 21 – April 21 | Tours Offered Nightly

Pickup Time: 9:00–10:00 PM
Return Time: Approximately 2:00–3:00 AM
Free pickup within 5 miles of downtown Fairbanks


About the Experience

Don’t just hope for the Lights — experience them in comfort, safety, and style.

The SkyChase™ Northern Lights Experience is a guided adventure designed to give you the best chance to witness and photograph the Aurora, while staying warm and relaxed. Our expert team uses the Lights-for-Life™ Formula to chase clear skies using real-time weather data and local expertise.

You'll ride in a heated, winterized Mercedes Sprinter van and enjoy our cozy mobile Aurora lodge, complete with a warming fire, twilight snacks, drinks, and hands-on photo support.


What’s Included

  • Heated mobile lodge access
  • Luxury winterized van transport
  • Unlimited professional Aurora portraits
  • 360° night-lapse video (included)
  • Twilight campfire meal (Alaskan reindeer sausage or vegan option)
  • Borealis Brew Bar with hot and cold beverages
  • Stargazing and constellation spotting
  • Tripod rental and camera support
  • On-site printed photo keepsakes, buttons & magnets
  • Hotel/B&B pickup and drop-off (within 5 miles of downtown Fairbanks)

Why Choose SkyChase™?

Aurora Advisor Service (Direct Bookings Only)

Let us know the full range of dates you're in town and we’ll act as your Aurora Advisor. We’ll monitor the weather and Aurora forecasts and notify you of the best night to chase the Lights.

Standby Program (Direct Bookings Only)

Loved your SkyChase™ experience and want to go out again? Join our Standby List within 24 hours of your original outing and get priority access to available seats on any upcoming night — no additional charge if space is available.

It’s a guest-favorite, budget-friendly option for those who want to chase the Lights a second time without chasing the price tag.
Flexible plans? You could be back under the stars tomorrow.


Aurora Guarantee

We only head out when chances of seeing the Lights are strong. If the forecast is poor, we’ll reach out on the morning of your tour so you can choose from:

  1. Full refund
  2. Reschedule within the week (based on availability)
  3. Proceed anyway (without the Aurora Guarantee)

If it turns out to be a good night but the Lights still don’t appear, you’ll receive:

  • A 50% refund, or
  • A free rebooking (based on availability)

Our guides will confirm eligibility at drop-off.
Unsuccessful nights are rare — but you’re always covered.

Disclaimer: An “Aurora Guarantee” night is determined based on real-time solar activity, satellite imaging, and sky clarity forecasts.
If our team believes viewing potential is low, we’ll reach out prior to departure with your options.
If any amount of Aurora is visible to the eye or camera during the outing, the night will be considered fulfilled under the terms of our Aurora Guarantee.

Adventure Tips

Dress in Insulating Layers

Temperatures can drop below freezing; layering keeps you warm and comfortable during the tour.

Arrive Well Nourished

Enjoy twilight snacks on the tour, but eat beforehand to keep energy levels high during the adventure.

Charge Your Camera Batteries

Cold temperatures drain batteries quickly, so bring spares and keep them warm to capture the lights.

Be Patient and Flexible

Auroras are unpredictable; trust the experts and stay flexible with your schedule for the best viewing.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Moose wandering near forest edges at dusk
  • Arctic fox occasionally spotted in snowy areas

History

Fairbanks has been a central hub for northern exploration and aurora studies since early 20th century gold rush days.

Conservation

Aurora In Alaska follows strict guidelines to minimize light pollution and preserve the natural environment critical to local wildlife.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Thermal Base Layers

Essential

Helps retain body heat during chilly nights outdoors.

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Insulated Winter Jacket

Essential

Necessary for protecting against cold, subfreezing temperatures while waiting for auroras.

winter specific

Gloves and Warm Hat

Essential

Keeps extremities warm and comfortable during the long night of aurora chasing.

fall specific

Tripod for Camera

Stabilizes your camera for long-exposure Northern Lights photography.