Chena Hot Springs plus Aurora Chase Tour
Overview
This is a visit to Chena Hot Springs for a day visit plus an Aurora Chase on the way back to Fairbanks.
Getting to the Springs Resort and the aurora chase is via a Vehicle that holds up to 6 people, is low to the ground, and is easy to enter and exit.
This tour can NOT accommodate wheelchairs unless special arrangements are made. Please advise us with any mobility issues, the ground can be icy.
Please note that there is no guarantee of indoor plumbing for bathroom breaks being available during the aurora chase portion. This tour operates regardless of temperature, please dress accordingly.
What's Included
- Transportation from all lodgings within Fairbanks or North Pole area within 25 miles from airport.
- Simple snacks and makings for hot cocoa or instant coffee or tea are provided
- Extra fun perks and surprises will be added based on the weather conditions
- Aurora Discussion always included, learn the science behind this enchanting phenomenon.
- Photography Portraits with the Aurora 5 edited photos with the tour at discretion of photographer
- Help with Photography (cell phone or camera) included in every tour.
- This tour includes a round-trip drive to Chena Hot Springs from Fairbanks, plus a Full Aurora Chase.
- Alcoholic beverages Ice Bar Martini must be over 21 years
- However, if you enjoyed yourselves while adventuring with us, please consider tipping your Guide/s. Any amount is appreciated and lets our Crew know how much you valued your experience.
- Hot Springs Passes
- Ice Musuem
Meeting and Pickup
If you are over 10 miles away from the center of Fairbanks, there will be a small fuel surcharge added to your reservation total. We will pick up from anywhere within a 50 mile radius of Fairbanks, with a fuel fee.
What To Expect
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Chena Hot Springs
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please advise if your party has children under 12 years old.
- Please note that while all ages are welcome, very young children may have a difficult time in extreme cold for a full night, if you have questions please let us know ahead of time.
- Please contact us about any specific mobility issues and we will do our best to accommodate.
- Regarding restroom facilities, This tour goes to remote areas of Alaska, most of which is without plumbing, and bathroom breaks are generally outside, though the Resort itself has restrooms.
- The Aurora Borealis is a natural phenomenon and cannot fully be predicted. We do NOT guarantee aurora sightings!
- We do our best to track the live data constantly being reported by NOAA and NASA.
- The aurora is visible in Fairbanks 9 out of 10 nights from August through April when it's dark outside, at night. Some shows are faint, others are great! Thick clouds are the only thing that fully prevents viewing.
- Tours are NON refundable unless we cancel for weather or other circumstances from our end. However: We will gladly RESCHEDULE you to another date if needed, and if/when we have availability. This includes rescheduling for any reason on your end, and all tours can be rebooked for a full year out from your original tour date. Please inquire for any additional questions or details.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- Transportation from all lodgings within Fairbanks or North Pole area within 25 miles from airport.
- Simple snacks and makings for hot cocoa or instant coffee or tea are provided.
- Extra fun perks and surprises will be added based on the weather conditions.
- Aurora Discussion always included, learn the science behind this enchanting phenomenon.
- Photography Portraits with the Aurora 5 edited photos with the tour at discretion of photographer.
- Help with Photography (cell phone or camera) included in every tour.
- This tour includes a round-trip drive to Chena Hot Springs from Fairbanks, plus a Full Aurora Chase.
- Alcoholic beverages. Ice Bar Martini must be over 21 years.
- However, if you enjoyed yourselves while adventuring with us, please consider tipping your Guide/s. Any amount is appreciated and lets our Crew know how much you valued your experience.
- Hot Springs Passes.
- Ice Musuem.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chena Hot Springs plus Aurora Chase Tour is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chena Hot Springs plus Aurora Chase Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transportation from all lodgings within Fairbanks or North Pole area within 25 miles from airport.
- Simple snacks and makings for hot cocoa or instant coffee or tea are provided
- Extra fun perks and surprises will be added based on the weather conditions
- Aurora Discussion always included, learn the science behind this enchanting phenomenon.
- Photography Portraits with the Aurora 5 edited photos with the tour at discretion of photographer
- Help with Photography (cell phone or camera) included in every tour.
- This tour includes a round-trip drive to Chena Hot Springs from Fairbanks, plus a Full Aurora Chase.
- Alcoholic beveragesIce Bar Martini must be over 21 years
- However, if you enjoyed yourselves while adventuring with us, please consider tipping your Guide/s. Any amount is appreciated and lets our Crew know how much you valued your experience.
- Hot Springs Passes
- Ice Musuem
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please advise if your party has children under 12 years old.
- Please note that while all ages are welcome, very young children may have a difficult time in extreme cold for a full night, if you have questions please let us know ahead of time.
- Please contact us about any specific mobility issues and we will do our best to accommodate.
- Regarding restroom facilities, This tour goes to remote areas of Alaska, most of which is without plumbing, and bathroom breaks are generally outside, though the Resort itself has restrooms.
- The Aurora Borealis is a natural phenomenon and cannot fully be predicted. We do NOT guarantee aurora sightings!
- We do our best to track the live data constantly being reported by NOAA and NASA.
- The aurora is visible in Fairbanks 9 out of 10 nights from August through April when it's dark outside, at night. Some shows are faint, others are great! Thick clouds are the only thing that fully prevents viewing.
- Tours are NON refundable unless we cancel for weather or other circumstances from our end. However: We will gladly RESCHEDULE you to another date if needed, and if/when we have availability. This includes rescheduling for any reason on your end, and all tours can be rebooked for a full year out from your original tour date. Please inquire for any additional questions or details.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
