Encounter the Wonders of Alaska With A Northern Lights tour
The most comfortable & personalized Northern Lights Tours
Let Face The Outdoors show you the Northern Lights at the Aurora Viewing Lodge. We'll take you on a northern lights tour in the heart of Alaska! Sit back and relax in the comfort of the lodge which is our personal home as you watch the magical northern lights unfold before your eyes. We have the best viewing away from city light pollution and crowds with the amenities of home to make your experience comfortable and enjoyable--even entertaining!
Enjoy Small Group Tours to View the Northern Lights in Alaska at the Aurora Viewing Lodge
Located less than 100 miles from Fairbanks, the Aurora Viewing Lodge sits under the aurora oval, a section of the earth’s atmosphere where you can see the aurora borealis.
We’ve made sure the lodge is located in an area with dark skies and zero light pollution. This makes seeing even the faintest aurora possible with the naked eye.
Need help with your camera settings? No problem. We have a professional photographer on board to help you with your settings. We want to make sure you get the best photos to capture your experience.
Face The Outdoors offers uncrowded, unhurried, small-group northern lights tours in comfort and style at the Aurora Viewing Lodge.
Come see Alaska–The way it’s meant to be seen. We promise you, those dancing colors in the sky are unlike anything you’ve ever seen.
Contact us & book a Northern Lights Tour.
Why book a Northern Lights Tour with Face the Outdoors Aurora Viewing Lodge?
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Comfort & Style
If you'd like us to drive, we have a comfortable & spacious van that seats up to 15 people (the heat works great on chilly nights and since we a max of 10 on our tours, you can avoid the cramped packed vans). We'll drive you to our fully furnished and decorated Aurora Viewing Lodge, where we've gone to great lengths to provide the best aurora viewing experience possible. Starting with the COZY SEATING & GIANT WINDOWS perfect for viewing the northern lights from inside, to the FREE SNACKS & DRINKS you can enjoy by the fire, to the FRESH & CLEAN BATHROOM, to the lack of light pollution outside the home, (AND MORE!!) we've made sure your aurora borealis viewing experience is the best it can be. There's no need to chase the northern lights on the road system all night if the skies are clear. However we will set out in search of clearer skies if the clouds roll in. Essentially the best of both worlds when you book with us.
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Unrushed & Unhurried Tours
“Don’t rush me!” Ever said this? People aren’t cattle, they can’t be driven along from point A to point B while trying to enjoy nature. Face the Outdoors prefers a less frenzied approach to the aurora borealis tour life.
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Small Group Size
We limit the size of our tours to no more than 10 people. This means personalized, one-on-one attention for you and each group member. We want everyone to get their questions answered individually and to have a pleasurable and personalized experience with a sense of worth throughout their time with us. Children 8 years an older can join the tour. Enjoy the spacious room and comfort in our 15-passenger van on your way to and from the lodge and avoid the operators that advertise "small group" but groups are 12-15+ and multiple vans to accommodate everyone and the heat in those vans may or may not be enough to keep you warm on those chilly nights.
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Go With Someone Who Knows
Your tour guide, Michael, is a native Alaskan. If anyone has firsthand experience regarding the best way to see the aurora borealis, it’s Michael. He and Lis love to give others the experience of a lifetime and they’ve gone to great lengths to ensure your tour of the northern lights is truly comfortable and memorable. We're not transplants and Alaska isn't new to us!
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Same-day Booking Available, No Booking Minimum
We offer same-day booking if you book before 5pm AKST. Traveling solo? No problem! We’ve been known to take one person on a tour. Get in touch with us. We still want you to come and enjoy the northern lights, after all that's why you are here!
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Because YOLO. "You Only Live Once"
At Face The Outdoors, we want you to live your best life. This means taking the plunge and going after that bucket list item. With this perspective in mind, it's easy to realize that it's now or never. You only live once so you might as well "carpe diem!" (seize the day)
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FREE Snacks & beverages. FREE!
In case you're a skimmer and didn't carefully read the paragraph on point number one...We provide FREE, delectable goodies to the guests who come to the Aurora Viewing Lodge to see the aurora borealis. We're talkin' chips, fruit, snack bars, cookies and a variety of tea, coffee, and hot chocolate. And water. Of course there will always be water. Plus, you never know what else we'll throw in there just for kicks. We like to keep it fun and delicious around here.
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Professional Photos + Your Own Photos!
If you don't get photos and videos of your experience viewing the northern lights in the great outdoors of Alaska, were you really even there? But in all seriousness, memories are great, but it's more fun to share photos and videos of the experience with friends and family. If you'd like, professional portraits are available to document your experience. Also, our photographer is happy to help you with your camera settings to ensure you get the best photos to take home with you. We want you to leave with great memories as well as your own unique photos. We do include 1 portrait of your booked group, however we do charge for additional photos. We do offer a photo package you can select at time of booking.
Pricing - August 2024 - April 2025 Season
- $265 per person with transportation provided by Face The Outdoors Aurora Viewing Lodge (discount given for more than 1 person in group)
- $275 for solo travelers with transportation included. (There’s no booking minimum & we don’t turn people away.)
- Private Group Viewing: Want the night just for your group? Now you can! See options when booking.
- Included 1 Aurora portrait of the booked group
- Additional photos available through the photo package. See these additional options when booking.
- Camera rentals need to be reserved at time of booking and you’ll need to provide the SD card.
- $50 per additional photo aside from the 1 portrait that is included of the booking group.
- Please read our FAQ’s for more information
- 15% discount 3 nights or more on multi-night bookings contact us for details
More Details about Our Aurora Viewing Lodge Tours
- Same-day bookings are available if you book before 5pm AKST.
- 8-8:30pm pick up from your hotel. Return to Fairbanks around 5am.
- Our mode of transportation is a heated 15 passenger van.
- Private, uncrowded viewing away from the city light pollution and overcrowded lodges.
- Small groups of no more than 10 at a time.
- The comforts of home + amenities.
- Unobstructed dark skies + large viewing windows + spacious viewing deck to enjoy the northern lights.
- Property around the Aurora Viewing Lodge provides a variety of trees and open fields for excellent compositions and portraits.
- Camera rental available with free tripod. ** SD Cards are NOT available. Please bring your own SD card. **
- Metal and acrylic prints are available to order for your aurora portrait. Please ask for details.
- Chasing to clearer skies if need be, we truly offer both options maximizing your chances of seeing the amazing northern lights.
- Gratuities are not included but appreciated.
- Although it doesn’t happen often, if the weather deteriorates or clouds roll in we’re happy to hop in the van and hunt for clearer skies. We want you to see the lights!
- We do NOT provide warm clothing, gloves, socks, boots, etc. Please make sure you are dressed appropriately for the weather. If you’re visiting during the winter months we suggest renting your cold weather gear. Google ” winter clothing rental Fairbanks” and you’ll see a few options to keep you warm, which leads to a much more enjoyable experience.
- Please make sure to provide your contact info in case we need to reach you regarding weather changes or rescheduling.
- Please let us know where to pick you up to embark on your aurora borealis adventure.
- We should let you know that, while we are pretty amazing people who do our best to provide you with the best northern light tour possible, we have no control over the weather or the aurora. Once we pick you up, there are no refunds. Please keep this in mind.
See the Aurora Borealis with a native alaskan.
The best way to see Alaska is with someone who knows it well–a native Alaskan. Born and raised in Alaska, your tour guide, Michael Schultz, knows the ins and outs of The Last Frontier. An avid outdoorsman, Michael understands what makes Alaska thrive and “tick.” Being a native Alaskan also means he knows all the best-kept secrets of Alaska. A win-win for you.
So hop on board. Get ready to see and experience things you’ve never seen before.
It’s gonna be one helluva ride.
Our Promise to you
At Face The Outdoors, we promise to do our best to provide you with the most comfortable aurora tour experience possible.
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Northern Lights Bucket List!
If capturing the northern lights is on your bucket list, then look no further! We've got you covered with a private setting away from the crowds and light pollution. With the comforts of home, you have endless options and open skies to enjoy your once-in-a-lifetime experience. Or, why not make it twice in a lifetime? Or more! We've certainly made it easy and convenient enough. Even families with young children can make an aurora tour a reality. After all, you should be able to enjoy the northern lights in comfort and without worry so you can focus on capturing the moment.
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