Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks

5.0
(20 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Enjoy the amazing views of the mountains and keep an eye out for wildlife such as Moose and Caribou which are often seen crossing the road on the way to Castner Glacier. Once you arrive at the starting point of the trail the hike is 1.5 miles to the ice cave.Please,dress accordingly for cold weather. Enjoy the epic views of the Delta Range, an eastern section of the Alaska Range. Ice caves are exceptional because they are not only scarce, but they are located far outside zones of permafrost—at low elevations (near sea level) and low latitudes (between around 30° and 70°), where they maintain a much lower average annual temperature than that of the air above. After you return from your hike we will head back to North Pole where you are going to have some free time to explore the world famous Santa Clause House.
Drop Off at your hotel or AirBnB around 5:30 pm.

Licensed by Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior permit #2025-00197

What's Included

Private transportation
Snow Shoe Rental

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick up from any Hotel or AirBnB in Fairbanks and North Pole city limits

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Fairbanks

    We will pick you up from your Hotel or AirBnB at 8:30 am and we will head out to Castner Glacier Ice cave. We will have a 2.5 hour journey on the Richardson Highway trough the beautiful Alaska Range. Enjoy the amazing views of the mountains and keep your eyes open for wildlife such as Moose and Caribou which are often seen crossing the road or next to it.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Delta Junction

    The 2.6-mile hike to the Castner Glacier ice cave is straightforward and almost entirely flat. Sometimes deep snow might be present so the use of snowshoes will be necessary. These classic Interior glacier ice caves are fascinating and beautiful. They change from season to season, so you are always accessing something brand new and captivating

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Santa Claus House

    Santa Claus House is one of the top attractions in Interior Alaska, and has welcomed millions of visitors from all over the world.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Fairbanks

    Return to Fairbanks will be around 6pm and we will drop you off at your Hotel or AirBnB.

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
4WD Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours
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