Snowshoe Hike to Castner Glacier Ice Cave
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
9 hours
- Bottled water
- Snowshoes (optional)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Trekking Poles
- Ice Cleats
- We will have snacks and water bottles. You may bring your own lunch or purchase at Delta Junction where there is a grocery store and Subway on way to glacier
- Winter Shoes/Boots - Required
- Winter Gear: Please dress accordingly
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 see the stunning Alaska Range.
Once...
- Duration 9 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 10 people in the group
- 1
Fairbanks
Our starting point is in Fairbanks, AK. Travel south for the journey to the Ice Cave.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 2
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area
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.
- Duration 3 Hours•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 3
Richardson Highway
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.
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 4
Delta 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.
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 5
North Pole
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.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 6
Fairbanks
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.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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