Activity Anchorage, USA

Sunset Photo Safari

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Sunset Photo Safari — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Compass and sunset at Glen Alps overlook in summer. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Capture the magic of the Midnight Sun in summer! Photograph stunning Alaska landscapes with technical and creative support provided by local, professional photographer guides who know where to be and when. This tour is designed to accommodate picture takers, but non-photographer guests are welcome to join in and enjoy the views. Natural history and historical narratives are provided along the way. Departure is based on sunset to capitalize on the best light of the day. The tour begins three hours before sunset and concludes one hour after sunset. A flexible itinerary allows for spontaneous stops to photograph wildlife en route and to highlight seasonal changes.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Alaska Photo Treks

Ages: Youth (8–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Snacks
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Included: State Park fees
Included: Professional photographer guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Point Woronzof

20 min

From the Anchorage Viewpoint, we will photograph evening light on the Anchorage skyline with the Chugach Mountains in the background.
Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary

30 min

An accidental wetland that was created by the construction of the Alaska Railroad, it is now one of the area’s most active migratory bird nesting sanctuaries. Here, we will be viewing and photographing migratory birds and wildlife.
Chugach State Park

30 min

At the Glen Alps area of the park, located high in the Chugach Mountains, you'll photograph panoramic views overlooking Anchorage and Cook Inlet at sunset.
Lake Hood Harbor

25 min

Photograph the iconic Alaskan float plane at the busiest seaplane base in the world!
McHugh Creek Recreation Area

30 min

Learn slow shutter speed technique while photographing water cascading down a craggy mountainside.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Alaska Photo Treks office

End point

Alaska Photo Treks office

Pickup points

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
Inlet Tower Hotel & Suites
Hyatt Place Anchorage-Midtown
Hyatt House Anchorage
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
Royal Suite Lodge
Marriott Anchorage Downtown
Parkwood Inn
Black Angus Inn
My Place Hotel-Anchorage, AK
The Lakefront Anchorage
Ramada by Wyndham Anchorage

and 51 more pickup points

Anchorage Hotel pickup is available upon request. We only pick up at an Airbnb if it is near a hotel in the Downtown, Midtown, or Spenard areas. No pick up is available in Eagle River, Chugiak, or Girdwood. Guests at those locations will need to meet at a designated location.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.