Sunset Photo Safari


4 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
2 - 10
Mobile ticket

Overview

Capture the magic of the Midnight Sun in summer or mid-day twilight in winter! Photograph stunning Alaska landscapes with technical and creative support provided by local, professional photographer guides who know where to be and when. This tour is designed to accommodate picture takers, but non-photographer guests are welcome to join in and enjoy the views. Natural history and historical narratives are provided along the way. Departure is based on sunset to capitalize on the best light of the day. The tour begins three hours before sunset and concludes one hour after sunset. A flexible itinerary allows for spontaneous stops to photograph wildlife en route and to highlight seasonal changes.

Inclusions

  • Professional photographer guide
  • Local guide
  • State Park fees
  • Snacks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: 9700 Point Woronzof Road, Anchorage, AK 99502

From the Anchorage Viewpoint, we will photograph evening light on the Anchorage skyline with the Chugach Mountains in the background.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary, 154th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99587

An accidental wetland that was created by the construction of the Alaska Railroad, it is now one of the area’s most active migratory bird nesting sanctuaries. Here, we will be viewing and photographing migratory birds and wildlife.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Chugach State Park, Mile 115 Seward Highway, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587

At the Glen Alps area of the park, located high in the Chugach Mountains, you'll photograph panoramic views overlooking Anchorage and Cook Inlet at sunset.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Lake Hood Harbor, 185 Aircraft Drive, Anchorage, AK 99502

Photograph the iconic Alaskan float plane at the busiest seaplane base in the world!

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: McHugh Creek Recreation Area, Mile 112 Seward Highway, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587

Learn slow shutter speed technique while photographing water cascading down a craggy mountainside.

Duration: 30 minutes

Additional information

  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility problems
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not recommended for child aged 8 and under
  • Cloth face masks required for staff and guests when social distancing not possible (i.e., inside the tour van), but not out in open areas when social distancing is possible.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Marvin C
August 2019

This photo safari begins with action photography at the Hood Lake float plane airport and continues through a variety of landscape and sunset settings - culminating with a night time Anchorage skyline photo shoot It’s a potpourri of photo opportunities - low light long exposures with the tripod ...

Extraordinary600863
August 2019

This Safari starts at dusk and Glenn teaches you great tips about tAking long exposure pictures under low light. From novice to seasoned, your skills will be enhanced. Good fun, great sights, even snuggled up to a moose by the roadside.

387karam
July 2019

Glenn loves Alaska and he loves photography. A winning combination for a most enjoyable sunset photo tour. He explained things about our camera that we didn’t know and gave great hints to take better photos. We rounded the corner at Potter’s Marsh and came upon an eagle posing for us. Glenn ran b...

Debbie L
July 2019

This was one of the best excursions I took in Alaska. Saw the most amazing sights and took great photos!!

KimMiesau
June 2019

Carl uses the natural beauty of the Anchorage area to assist photographers in capturing great photos. You never know what you will run into - while at the Flattop Mountain parking area to take photos of the sunset over downtown, what do we see but a cow moose and her yearling calf!! The sunset wa...

Virginia C
September 2018

We had a great small group tour with Jody, who despite the rain forged ahead and brought us to some great spots just outside of Anchorage. Despite no animals being seen (and Jody tried hard to find them), we got a chance to do long exposures (my favorite) and see some incredible places, like Pot...

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