--- title: Denali Midnight Sun Photo Excursion slug: denali-midnight-sun-photo-excursion-denali type: attraction sub_type: photography source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/denali-midnight-sun-photo-excursion-denali city: Denali Park state: AK country: US address: "*Hotel Pick-Up*, 142 Cleft Rd" geo: lat: 63.56605 lng: -148.81762 duration: up to 3.5 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 4 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:49:43.370Z price_from: amount: 245 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 467 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Midnight Sun Photo Excursion price: 245 regular_price: 265 savings: 20 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (8-12 yrs) min_age: 8 max_age: 12 - name: Private Midnight Sun Photo Excursion price: 825 regular_price: 900 savings: 75 ticket_types: - name: Private Tour (8+ yrs) min_age: 8 --- ## Overview Chase the dramatic Alaska Midnight Sun on this Denali photography tour, visiting the best locations along the outskirts of Denali National Park to capture the long “magic hours” and spectacular cloudscapes of interior Alaska. ## What's Included - Round trip transportation from all Denali area hotels - Free use of tripods and filters - Expert guide and personalized instruction ## What's Not Included - Food or beverages - Safety seats for children under 4’9″ or less than 65 pounds (guests must provide their own) - Bug spray or wipes (recommended to bring if sensitive to mosquito bites) ## Ticket Options - **Midnight Sun Photo Excursion** — $245.00 (regularly $265.00, save $20.00) Chase the Midnight Sun while learning to photograph Denali's dramatic and long-lasting sunset colors. This guided photo tour includes transportation and an expert guide. Max of 4 people per tour for a more personalized experience. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (8-12 yrs) - **Private Midnight Sun Photo Excursion** — $825.00 (regularly $900.00, save $75.00) Photograph Denali’s midnight sun on this guided 3.5-hour photo excursion with a professional photography guide. Travel to scenic sunset locations during Alaska’s extended golden hour while learning landscape and wildlife photography techniques in a small group of up to 4 guests. - Private Tour (8+ yrs) ## Good to Know - Tour duration is approximately 3.5 hours. - Maximum of 4 participants per tour. - Guests must be at least 8 years old. - Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. - Activity level is easy; wheelchair accessible if able to get in and out of a vehicle at least once. - Bring your best camera; smartphones are welcomed. - Digital cameras with long zoom lenses are available for rent; keep the memory card. - Bring camera batteries, lenses, sanitizers, wipes, a reusable water bottle, snacks, mask or face covering. - No scheduled bathroom stops, but stops can be made if needed; “facili-trees” are an option. - Recommended to bring bug spray or wear long sleeves and pants to protect from mosquitoes. - The guides are professional photographers providing one-on-one instruction and location scouting. - Moose sightings possible due to dusk timing and less human activity. ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations - See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where does the Midnight Sun photo tour meet? Transportation is provided to and from all Denali area hotels. Please call the number located on your e-ticket to confirm pick up times and locations. ### How long is this photography tour? Tour duration is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. ### Is the tour appropriate for children? Participants must be at least 8 years old and above. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Alaska State Law requires use of a car seat or booster seat for children under 4’9″ or less than 65 pounds. You are responsible for providing their own safety seats if needed. Denali Photo Guides does not provide safety seats. ### What do I bring? Bring your camera, lenses and an extra battery, along with sanitizers and wipes in your bag. In an effort to reduce waste, please bring your own reusable water bottle and your own snacks. No food or beverages will be offered on this tour. If you're sensitive to mosquito bites, it's recommended to bring your own bug spray or wipes, and wear long-sleeved shirts and pants to protect your skin. All guests should come prepared with a mask or face covering. ### What is included? This Midnight Sun photography experience includes round trip transportation from your hotel, free use of tripods and filters, an expert guide and personalized instruction. ### What if I don't have a camera? You can use your smartphones to capture your Denali Mountain photos. The tour operator also offers digital cameras with long zoom lenses for rent, and you keep the memory card afterwards. ### Are there any physical restrictions for this Denali Sunset tour? Activity level for this tour is easy. In most cases, guests with limited mobility can be accommodated. Individuals requiring wheelchairs can take the tour if they are able to get in and out of a vehicle at least once (at pick-up and drop-off) either on their own or with assistance from a companion. Denali Photo Guides may not be able to provide assistance. Please contact the number on your e-ticket to make accommodations for your group. ### How many people will be on the tour? There is a maximum of 4 participants per tour. ### Are there bathrooms on tour? There are limited opportunities to use a bathroom during Denali photo tours, however, there are many “facili-trees” that you can use at any time. There are no scheduled stops for bathroom breaks but they will stop if needed. There is a gas station and a coffee shop that could be used after the first 40 minutes to an hour and again in the last 40 minutes. The bushes are always an option and they carry toilet paper, trash bags, wipes, and hand sanitizer in all of our trucks. ## Reviews > "Chasing the Light with Abby" > — Claire B, June 04, 2026