USA · DENALI AND THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
24 tours
Good denali and the northern lights tours sell out first once the season starts. Below are the 15 best, with current prices and what separates them, so you can book before the calendar closes up.
Private 30-minute dog sledding in North Pole, Alaska. Husky team, voice-command steering, and warm gear included for $105.
“We had so much fun getting to know Jimmy’s team of Alaskan huskies. Their excitement took us over! An amazing little trip - like nothing I’d ever done before.”
Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs: ice museum, 106F mineral pools, and guided aurora chasing with pickup, small groups, and museum entry.
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tyler was an incredible aurora guide. His knowledge of weather, solar activity, and the best viewing spots made all the difference. He kept us comfortable in the cold, explained everything clearly, and helped us capture amazing photos. Thanks to his expertise, we saw a stunning aurora display. Highly recommended.”
Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle on the Dalton Highway, then a northern lights chase. Small group with pickup, dinner, and hot drinks.
“This tour was completely worth it!! It seems a little long, but the driver was completely safe and it was impressive how well she drove the van there and back. It was really unique to see how the terrain changes from snow to frost towards the Arctic Circle. And even though it was completely cloudy and snowing in Fairbanks and in the Arctic Circle, she was able to find us a patch of clear sky where we saw amazing Aurora lights.”
A half-day ATV ride near Denali with safety briefings, creek-bed crossings, and big Alaska Range views for up to 28 riders.
“Super fun but it's not 2.5 hours touring. We arrived at the location at 3pm and waited for 20~ min for the guests picked up via shuttle bus. We had an orientation after, drove with a few photo & informational stops, and was in our car driving back at 5:15pm.”
Guided snowmobile tour near the North Pole, with warm gear, practice time, Ski Doo comfort, and wildlife spotting past the Alaska Pipeline.
“We had an absolutely amazing time snowmobiling, definitely one of our favorite activities on the trip. Our guide, Will, was fantastic. He did a great job explaining how to work the snowmobile, and some safety features and communication signals while on the machine (very self explanatory and easy to pick up- for two ppl who have never touched a snow mobile before). We went through a variety of snowmobiling experiences: flat/straight/long stretch where we could get some speed, and small paths through the woods where we could see scenery. It was just gorgeous. And we saw a Moose! ½ way through Will stopped and checked in on all of us…”
Small-group flightseeing from Talkeetna to Denali, glaciers, and the Moose’s Tooth, with live pilot commentary and glacier landing when weather allows.
“Very informative and a great way to see Denali. Would not be a complete Alaska trip without this activity. Great crew at K2!”
SkyChase Northern Lights in Fairbanks with heated van pickup, campfire meal, pro photos and camera help, plus an Aurora Guarantee.
“It was a great experience. The team was very well prepared, engaged and knew exactly what they were doing. Extremely friendly and dedicated. Truly amazing experience. Everything was spot on, from communication to logistics and then the actual experience on board once the tour started. Definitely bang for the buck! I highly recommend them!”
Zip over six suspension bridges and seven ziplines near Denali with hotel pickup, safety-first guides, and Alaska Range views in about 3 hours.
“We had some much fun zipping through the remote site. The staff was fun, entertaining (even with dad jokes) and very safety oriented.”
Denali Canyon Wave rafting on the Nenana River, 11 miles of rapids, drysuits and pickup included. 3.5 hours of safe Alaska fun.
“So happy we booked this. The whole experience was amazing. I was a little worried before, but the guides were great and made the adventure of a lifetime!”
Talkeetna treetop ziplining near Denali with safety training, 9 ziplines, 2 bridges, and big valley views in 3 hours.
“I did the 3:30 tour and those 2 ladies were the sweetiest and funniest. They were awesome and took their time with us They made our ziplining fun and comfortable. They didn't rush us and made sure we were ok”
Hunt the northern lights from Fairbanks with pickup, small group comfort, and free pro photography plus warmers, snacks, and patience.
“My friends and I had a great time on this northern lights tour! We were picked up right on time in a warm/clean van from our hotel. We were driven about 1 - 1 1/2 hours out to a clearing in what seemed like the middle of nowhere to me. The guide explained the phenomenon of the northern lights on our drive out. The guide was great, very knowledgeable and so enthusiastic, you can tell he really loves his job! It was a long night (we left at 8 pm and got back around 430 am) but totally worth it. We saw the northern lights and the guide took a…”
Fairbanks northern lights chase with pickup and a free photo service. Small group, rural stops, and no camera setup help.
“Joy and David were our photographer and navigators. Even though the conditions were not the best due to being partly cloudy David was really knowledgeable and finding the lights even with all the clouds and Joy kept us comfortable throughout the event. They both did their best to capture great pictures despite unfavorable conditions. Would recommend!”
Denali National Park Wilderness Wave rafting on the Nenana River. Family-friendly class 2 to 3 rapids, drysuits, pro guides, wildlife views.
“Our guide, Louie, was phenomenal! He was very knowledgeable, funny, and made en effort to connect with all ages to ensure each passenger had a great time. Ask for Louie!!”
Heated ice-fishing cabin near Fairbanks with gear, guide, hot cocoa, reindeer sausage, and a grilled cookout of your catch.
“We love coming to Alaska. Last year we actually booked with Rods for Ice Fishing and loved it so much. We booked it again and our guide Mike was amazing! Everything went extremely smooth, and Mike was very attentive to everyone. It was a great atmosphere and made this trip even better. Mike was efficient, kind, and helped as much as he could. Totally recommend and will be booking for the next time we come.”
Fly from Denali area airstrip for close-up views of Denali, glaciers, ridges, and Wickersham Wall, with headsets and hotel shuttle.
“It was amazing! There was an earthquake that caused an avalanche at the exact moment we were flying by. It was amazing to see Denali from the skies. I appreciated the entirely different view of the Denali peaks. I also appreciated the focus on safety.”
