Anchorage Northern Lights Journeys

Private-Custom Tours

Embark on an extraordinary PRIVATE Anchorage Northern Lights adventure that takes you on a captivating journey!

Embark on an extraordinary Anchorage Northern Lights adventure, gazing at the mesmerizing aurora-filled skies of Matanuska Valley, Knik Flats, Glacier View, Talkeetna, Delta, and Fairbanks.

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Tour Highlights:

  • Aurora Borealis Viewing: Experience the breathtaking natural light display of the Northern Lights in the dark Alaskan skies.
  • Idyllic Wilderness: Journey through the pristine and sometimes untouched landscapes of Alaska’s wilderness.
  • Wildlife Encounters: Possible opportunities to spot a variety of native wildlife, such as moose, caribou, eagles, and possibly even bears.
  • Expert Guides: Learn about the fascinating phenomena of the Aurora Borealis and Alaska life from knowledgeable guides.
  • Scenic Drives: Travel along stunning routes with panoramic views.
  • Photographic Opportunities: Capture incredible moments of the Aurora and other scenic wonders.
  • Cultural Immersion (multi-day): Get a taste of Alaskan culture and traditions through interactions with local communities.
  • Adventure Activities (multi-day): Participate in outdoor activities like dog sledding, snowshoeing,  ice fishing, and snow machining (snowmobiling).

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Tour Description Anchorage Northern Lights Tour:

Embark on an extraordinary Anchorage Northern Lights adventure, gazing at the mesmerizing aurora-filled skies of Matanuska Valley, Knik Flats, Glacier View, Talkeetna, Delta, and Fairbanks. Our high-end private Northern Lights tours are designed for discerning travelers seeking luxury and exclusivity. With over 30 years of combined experience, our seasoned experts curate an unforgettable journey tailored to the Aurora forecast.

Choose from Single-Day or Multi-Day itineraries to suit your preferences, with accommodation, meals, and excursions included. Indulge in opulence with private transportation and nightly Aurora viewing. Our Alaska Northern Lights Journeys are meticulously planned during strategic periods each month, ensuring optimal visibility. Book your exclusive and enchanting expedition today to witness the celestial wonders of the Northern Lights in Arctic magic.

All of our multi-day departures are custom and therefore require custom pricing – our, multi-day trips include private transportation and generally start around $2600 a day and include transportation, accommodations, meal stops, and a daily excursion in addition to the nightly aurora viewing.

Our Alaska Northern Lights Journeys are offered primarily during the most strategic times of each month; we favor chasing the Aurora when we have between 0%-70% moon illumination.

Anchorage Northern Lights | Single Night Aurora Chasing Journey:

  • +/- 6-hour nightly Northern Lights chasing journey
  • Services of a Local Alaskan Aurora Guide
  • Comfortable, warm van transportation
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
  • Snacks, hot drinks, and bottled water

Multi-Day Examples:

  • We have put together a couple of sample multi-day itineraries, these are completely customizable. Please take a look and then call us for your customization!

Aurora Tour | 4 Day / 4 Night Greater Anchorage Area

Aurora Tour | 4 Day / 4 Night Anchorage to Fairbanks

Aurora Tour | 9 Day / 8 Night ANC, FAI, Delta, Sheep Mountain, ANC

Tour Price:

  • One-Night Chasing Journeys from Anchorage or Eagle River/Wasilla/Palmer:
    • $1325 for (1) to (6) people, in the same vehicle – all one family or group. The van and driver are your reservation only.
      • (1) person $1325
      • (2) people $662.50 per person
      • (3) people $442.00 per person
      • (4) people $331.25 per person
      • (5) people $235.00 per person
      • (6) people $221.00 per person
    • In addition to the above pricing, there will be a $150 (non-refundable) Aurora Forecasting Fee Charged at the time of booking
  • Our multi-day departures are custom and therefore require custom pricing. These trips include private transportation, accommodations, meal stops, and a daily excursion in addition to the nightly aurora viewing. Our multi-day trip generally starts at $2600.00 a day based on (2) people.

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Cancellation Policy:

14 days or less prior to the date is no refund, 15 days or more prior to the date of travel is full refund less 10% of the total booking to cover fees. 

At 4 pm the day prior to departure guest will be contacted by their Northern Lights to make the following determinations based on the Aurora Forecasting:

  • 24 Hours Prior To Departure (No-Go Determination): 
    •  If the trip is determined, by Wild Journeys, to be a no-go – guest receives a full refund less 10% of the total booking to cover fees. Aurora Forecasting Fee ($150) is non-refundable.
  • 24 Hours Prior To Departure (Possible Determination): 
    •  If the trip is determined, by Wild Journeys, to be a possible sighting – guest prepares to take the journey.

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About Us:

Wild Journeys’ staff is a diverse team of year-round locals that have been guiding in Alaska throughout their professional careers.  Our passion is sharing authentic and unique Alaskan experiences with adventure seekers.  We introduce our guests to the real, wild grandeur of Alaska.

We are tourism professionals, outdoor operations specialists, hunting guides, school teachers, commercial fishermen, gold prospectors, contractors, photographers, Arctic carpenters, commercial drone pilots, land surveyors and freelancers.

We treat all our guests as if they were our own family visiting Alaska; our guides will take you to the very same places they would take their own family and friends.

Our Founder, Tim Cook, has been guiding Alaskan adventures for over 20 years.  Tim is the founder and owner of Wild Journeys, Alaska ATV Adventures and Arctic Air Expeditions.  His decades of experience working and living in rural Alaska inspired him to start a career in adventure tourism.  He began offering off the beaten path options to visitors that his family and locals enjoy.  He is most well-known for his world-class polar bear photography tours in the Alaskan high arctic polar region.