Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Night Tour from Fairbanks

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Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Night Tour from Fairbanks — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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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.

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At a glance

Duration: 11 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: 1st Alaska Outdoor School

Ages: Adults (5–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Dinner

Itinerary

Chena Hot Springs Resort

6 hours Admission included

Only 60 miles from Fairbanks, this world renowned resort offers a day of rest and relaxation in the historical location discovered by natives and early miners.

Enjoy the mineral hot springs in a beautiful natural setting and experience the dancing of the northern lights.

Itinerarly:

5:00pm Departure from Fairbanks

6:45pm Arrival Chena Resort

7:00pm Guided Ice Museum

8:00pm Soak in hot springs rock lake (must be 18 or older) or indoor pool

12:00am Waiting for Northern Lights

2:00am Leaving Chena Hot Springs

4:00am Arrival back in Fairbanks

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Billie's Backpackers Hostel
The Adamina
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Sophie Station Suites
Golden North Inn
Comfort Inn
Aspen Suites Hotel Fairbanks
Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge
Abbey Archway Inn
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
Wedgewood Resort
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

and 9 more pickup points

Hotel pickup and drop-off in town in Fairbanks included (not Airbnb or private residences)

Using your ticket

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.
Children under 5 years old are not permitted.

Cancellation

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

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The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

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.

Options

Winter Chena w/ Aurora

Relax at Chena Hot Springs, sip a drink in the famous Ice Museum bar, soak in the hot springs and witness the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) on this spectacular evening adventure.

Pickup included
Autumn Chena w/ Aurora

Relax at Chena Hot Springs, sip a drink in the famous Ice Museum bar, soak in the hot springs and witness the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) on this spectacular evening adventure.

Pickup included