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Nice time!
Ash was great! We didn’t have any luck with the fish even though there were plenty in the camera, but it was still a good experience. The northern lights made a small appearance too.
Aurora Ice Fishing
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6h 30min
- Price from
- $265 / person
- Location
- Fairbanks, United States
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- 1st Alaska Outdoor School
Description
Experience two classic Alaska winter activities in one unforgettable evening: ice fishing and Northern Lights viewing. Your adventure begins with complimentary pickup from your Fairbanks hotel between 8:00–8:30 PM. Enjoy ice fishing from a heated hut, with all equipment provided. If you catch a fish, your guide will cook your catch for you to enjoy. When the Northern Lights appear, step outside to take in the Aurora and the surrounding winter scenery. This tour offers a wonderful way to experience the Northern Lights from a different perspective while enjoying one of Alaska's favorite winter pastimes. The tour includes an experienced guide, ice fishing equipment, heated fishing hut, hotel pickup and return, hot beverages, and your catch, cooked by your guide
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 PM
- Season
- Starts Nov 10
- Next available
- Tue, Nov 10
- Adult (ages 5+)
- $265
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Your caught fish, cooked by your guide
Coffee and/or Tea
All Fishing Gear
Not included
Gratuities
Fishing License
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel pickup and drop-off in town in Fairbanks (not Airbnb or private residences)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
10 reviews
How it compares in Fairbanks
- Starting price $265 is close to the typical $275 for tours of similar length in Fairbanks
Excurgo comparison of 164 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 5 years old are not permitted.
- We require a minimum of 4 people to operate this tour. This rarely happens due to its popularity, but if minimums are not met, you will be advised and offered either a refund or to be rescheduled.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Aurora Ice Fishing take?
Aurora Ice Fishing lasts about 6h 30min.
How much does Aurora Ice Fishing cost?
Prices start at $265 per person for this Fairbanks experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Aurora Ice Fishing run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 PM.
Can I cancel Aurora Ice Fishing for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Hotel pickup and drop-off in town in Fairbanks (not Airbnb or private residences) Pickup points include Billie's Backpackers Hostel, The Adamina.
What languages is Aurora Ice Fishing offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children under 5 years old are not permitted.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Aurora Ice Fishing worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by 1st Alaska Outdoor School.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Highly recommended trip to ice fish and see the lights!
We loved this tour! Tyson was a great guide. He let my son drill a hole, and we all caught fish which Tyson then cooked for a great dinner. He also kept us updated on the lights so we could go out and see them, and he took photos of us. Great guide, great time!
8
One of the Best Nights of My Life!!!!
On the night of February 15, 2025 my family and I went and did this Ice Fishing excursion with Tyson - such a great great guy!! We had the most fabulous time. Best way to fish - to sit in a warm cabin watching the Northern Lights and just waiting for your fish to bite!! Tyson was so helpful to all of us, so good with my kids, a joy to conversate with and an incredible cook - He is the ONLY one ever to get my kids to eat and like potatoes!! Ever since my son keeps telling me to cook my potatoes the way Tyson did and he will eat them!! My daughter caught 5 fish and beat all of us, all the kids enjoyed it even the little one who didn't get to catch anything but she enjoyed making us all hot chocolate and apple cider, lol. Do NOT pass this excursion by, it truly was one of the best nights of my life!!
Q
Awesome time!
Tyson was an amazing tour guide! We saw the auroras and soon after came in to do some fishing! My husband caught 2 fish and Tyson cooked one up (delicious!). The hut was warm and the equipment was easy to work with (it was my first time fishing). Tyson created a comfortable environment and got everyone talking. Great time!
M
First Time Ice Fishing Fun
Tyson & Hunter were great hosts; a tasty salmon dinner in a reasonably snug cabin...with lotsa good info and appropriate fishing tales.
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Such a perfect trip
So good spot, perfect aurora, it was unforgettable memories. Jessica was such an awesome guide!! She was so kind, and gave us such a nice hot chocolate!!! Thank you so much:)
M
What an amazing experience!
WOW - such an awesome night! Weather did not accommodate the northern lights, but we caught plenty of fish. Made even better by our guide - Tyson, a wealth of knowledge and so accommodating. Highly recommend Tyson and the team 😊
E
Now a fisherman
My first ice fishing experience, very exciting. Tyson was a great tour guide/ chef. The group caught a dozen salmon and Tyson prepared it for our dinner. He's a very knowledgeable guide. Cloudy nite so we did not see aurora borealis but had a great time.
J
Nice Fishing Tour
Our tour guide is super helpful. Sit on the iced lake, caught some fish, and enjoyed a warm meal, though we didn't see the aurora light (its depending on the weather).
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