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Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime, family friendly experience as we guide you inside Castner Ice Cave in the heart of one of Alaska's famed glaciers! We will drive from Fairbanks, passing open tundra with herds of caribou, the Trans-Alaskan pipeline, and on clear days we can see the stunning Alaska Mountain Range.
Once we arrive at the glacier area we will gear up with snowshoes or ice cleats for your boots before heading out on a guided 1.5 mile hike to the Ice Cave!
We will learn about the history of glaciers in Alaska, geology, local history, and much more as we embark out to an ice cave so large that we can all walk inside! This will no doubt be an adventure to bring home and tell your friends and family about.
Licensed by Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior permit #2025-00551
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please be ready for pickup. We will provide a more exact time of pickup the day before the tour. We pick up from most hotels in Fairbanks but in some cases depending on your location we may ask you to meet us at Walmart Supercenter at 537 Johansen Expy, Fairbanks, AK 99701. North Pole is on the way out of town so we can pickup there as well. If you have questions or any issues feel free to contact us in advance with your pickup information.
We will meet in the parking lot in front of the "Outdoor" sign facing the left side of the building at 8:30am. Please be patient as sometimes other pickups cause delays but we will try to be prompt. If you are staying at a major hotel in Fairbanks we will pick up there.
Itinerary
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1Fairbanks
Our starting point is in Fairbanks, AK. Travel south for the journey to the Ice Cave.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
After gearing up at the trailhead, we step onto the glacier and begin our hike, trekking a little over a mile across the ice to reach the cave.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
We find ourselves inside the glacier as we enter the Ice Cave. We will have time to explore, take photos of the glowing ice formations, and enjoy a snack while surrounded by the frozen wonderland.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Delta Junction
Quick Pit Stop for restroom and snacks. This is also the final junction for the great AlCan highway where you will learn about the history and storied highway.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
North Pole (Pass by)
Keep an eye out for Santa Claus' year-round home, where the elves stay busy preparing for Christmas! You'll see festive decorations, candy cane streetlights, and maybe even catch a glimpse of Santa’s workshop as we drive by.
Admission ticket free -
5Fairbanks
Sit back and relax while taking in the final views of Alaska’s stunning landscapes. We’ll return to our starting point, with convenient drop-offs available at your hotel or the original meeting location.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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