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Sunset Photo Safari

Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Anchorage, USA
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Avoid the disappointment of returning from your Alaska vacation with sub-par photographs. This photo safari, led by a professional photographer, helps you to improve your photography by providing technical and creative tips and tricks as you explore Anchorage's wild surroundings under the summer sunset.
  • Led by a professional photographer: Get tips on improving your photos
  • Small-group tour ensures a more personal experience
  • Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Capture improved images of the summer sunset and wildlife

What's Included

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

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

The primary pickup location is at the Log Cabin Visitor Information Center (546 W. Fourth Avenue). Hotel pickup is available upon request. We only pick up at an Airbnb if it is near a hotel in the Downtown, Midtown, or Spenard areas.

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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.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Point Woronzof

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Chugach State Park

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Lake Hood Harbor

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

McHugh Creek Recreation Area

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8
based on 53 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Sunset Photo Safari is a Winner!

Kenneth_Z, Sep 2022
Had a great time! Colin was fantastic and really took the time to teach some tips and tricks with my gear. Please, if you get the chance, take this tour. Captured a few things we were not even looking for that turned into great photos.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

I am so glad to hear that Colin was a great guide for you, and that you learned new things. That is what we strive to do. Thank you so much for the feedback. It was a pleasure having you join us!

Best Photography Class in Years

Verity_T, Aug 2022
This was such an amazing experience for us. Tyler knew so much about Anchorage and Alaska as a whole. We were able to see some amazing views and a Beluga whale. Best photography lesson since college.

Response from Host, Aug 2022

That is so exciting you got to see Beluga whale! Thanks for the wonderful feedback on Tyler - that's why we have lifelong Alaskans and longtime Alaskans as guides. I am so glad you found his photo instruction valuable. Thank you!

Fun and educational evening with a very knowledgable photographer.

William_F, Aug 2022
Ben took us to places that we didn't know anything about as tourists. He lent me a tripod and suggested different options for photographing the River and setting up the walk to a overlook for a beautiful sunset and stayed for the after glow. Then we went to a place for an iconic overview of the city. Next time we are in Anchorage we will try and book another session with Ben.

Response from Host, Aug 2022

I am so glad that you enjoyed the tour! I appreciate your feedback on Ben - he is a great guide. We look forward to seeing you join us again!

A Wonderful Experience!

JamesP_T, Jun 2022
This was a fantastic tour! Ben, our guide was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and patient! We had a wonderful time. We highly recommend Ben and Sunset Photo Safari! It was a wonderful experience!

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you so much for the feedback. I am so happy that you enjoyed the tour, and that you found Ben to be such a good guide. We are lucky to have him on our team1

Great start to our Alaska trip

Timothy_L, Jun 2022
Colin was an accomplished photographer and tour guide. He went out of his way to look for the perfect shots. We hunted wildlife and the sunset, found a little bit of each.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

So glad that you enjoyed the tour and that Colin took good care of you. Thank you for taking the time for a review! We really appreciate the feedback.

Great photo opportunities...

BettyC_H, Jun 2022
Great photo opportunities and guidance in use of camera under various conditions; bring mosquito spray!!!

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Yes, we have had some busy mosquitoes this summer so for! So glad to hear you enjoyed the tour. Thank you so much for the kind review.

Great phot experience

Bruce_H, May 2022
Ben was very good with tips and knowledge, must do, excellent experience. Would definitely recommend this trip

Response from Host, May 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide a review. I really appreciate the feedback. I am happy to hear that you had such a good experience. Ben is a great guide - we are happy to have him.

Very impressed

Sherri_N, May 2022
Had the most memorable experience ever. Our driver's name was Ben and he was so helpful, informative and very polite. Took us to multiple places for some awesome views and got some beautiful pictures. Was very windy and cold in the mountains and he even had hot chocolate when we got back to the car.

Response from Host, May 2022

I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour. The air can be chilly up in the mountains at this time of year, but I am glad you had a good time. Thank you for the feedback on Ben - he is a fantastic guide, we are lucky to have him. Thanks so much for the review!

Great photo tips and more

Lorin_S, Jul 2021
Not only did we get some good photo tips, but we were shown some great photography locations. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable of photography and Anchorage and freely shared both. GREAT experience!

Response from Host, Jul 2021

I am so happy you enjoyed the tour and received some great tips. It was a pleasure to share with you the joy of photography and the beauty of our city. Thank you for joining us!

Ancorage 2018

tlwatson60, Sep 2018
The tour was good, the driver was very informative of the surrounding area. She was very helpful in helping me take pictures. I learned a lot of future use. The weather did now cooperate, kind of rainy. Also hardly any wildlife. Did see a few whales.

Great Way to Shoot Alaska!

Marie_m, Jul 2018
Jody was our guide and had some great suggestions to really capture the scenery. Small group size enabled easy Q&A and ability to customize to each persons wants and skills. We had all different skill levels on our trip but I think everyone had a great time. Perfect customer focus and TLC.

Loved this tour, we just didn't get...

Rita V, Aug 2017
Loved this tour, we just didn't get to see many animals. We did see an eagle and a female moose up close

My husband and I spent an...

Allan S, Jul 2017
My husband and I spent an informative and enjoyable evening with our guide, Harry Walker. The first conversation we had with Harry was what we wanted from our time with him. He went above and beyond to meet our needs. As an accomplished photographer, he was able to help us understand the workings of our cameras and gave us valuable advice on how to achieve the most from our picture taking. He took us to several locations in the area in order to practice our skills. After returning home, we were able to use what we learned during our Photo Safari with Henry to continue to hone our skills. Thank you!

Eine empfehlenswerte, sehr private und prosessionelle Fototour!

Evelyn_G, May 2022
Die tollen Tipps mehr aus den Fotos herauszuholen. Es war inspirirend und hilfreich. Ein andere Sicht auf die Dinge zu bekommen, eine neue Erfahrung.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Thank you for the kind review. I am glad you found the photo tips helpful, and that you enjoyed the tour!

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