Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Night Tour from Fairbanks

4.4(132)11 hBy 1st Alaska Outdoor School

About this activity

The Northern Lights are one of the world’s most spectacular natural phenomena, and this evening tour gives you the opportunity to experience them for yourself. Your adventure begins with pickup from your Fairbanks hotel before traveling ~60 miles (100 km) to Chena Hot Springs Resort.

Visit the famous Aurora Ice Museum, a unique attraction built entirely from ice. Inside, admire hand-carved ice sculptures, chandeliers, and ice bar.

Relax in the soothing outdoor hot springs surrounded by Alaska’s winter scenery, soak in the natural mineral waters, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the resort.

Around midnight, begin watching the sky for the Aurora Borealis. This natural phenomenon occurs when charged particles collide with atoms high in Earth’s atmosphere, creating brilliant waves of dancing color across the sky that can be bright enough to read a newspaper by.

Arrive back at your hotel between 3:00~4:00 AM after an unforgettable Alaskan night.

What's included

✓Driver/guide
✓Live commentary on board
✓Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Not included

✕Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
✕Gratuities
✕Dinner

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 5 years old are not permitted.
The Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Refunds will not be provided if the Aurora Borealis is not visible during the tour.
Guests must be 18 years or older to access the outdoor Rock Lake hot springs. An indoor pool is available for younger guests.
We require a minimum of 4 people to operate this tour. This rarely happens due to its popularity, but if minimums are not met, you will be advised and offered either a refund or to be rescheduled.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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