Anchorage Sunset Wildlife Photography Tour

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.

Meeting Point

Visit Anchorage Log Cabin Visitor Information Center

546 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA

Look for our black van on the Fourth Avenue side of the Log Cabin.

What's included:

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

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Point Woronzof

9700 Point Woronzof Road, , Anchorage, 99502, Alaska

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

20 minutes

Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary

154th Ave, , Anchorage, 99587, Alaska

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.

30 minutes

Chugach State Park

Mile 115 Seward Highway, , Girdwood, 99587, Alaska

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.

30 minutes

Lake Hood Harbor

185 Aircraft Drive, , Anchorage, 99502, Alaska

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

25 minutes

McHugh Creek Recreation Area

Mile 112 Seward Highway, , Girdwood, 99587, Alaska

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

30 minutes