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3 hours
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Journey into the wilds of Alaska on a unique family-friendly treasure hunt aboard an off-road vehicle driven by our trained guide. Set out from Healy for this 3-hour guided adventure and work together searching for hidden clues, seeking out quartz and granite rocks, and exchanging geocache treasures, which results in a take-home souvenir. Learn about local history, flora, and fauna and refuel with a traditional back country meal.
Please let us know when booking if you are driving yourself or if you need to be picked up at your hotel choice. The pick up time at your hotel is the listed booking time. If you are driving yourself to our location plase arrive 15 minutes later. We are located at 1.2 Mile Otto Lake Road, turn onto Otto Lake Raod at Mile 247 off the George Parks Highway.
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant seats are available; please request when booking
No experience necessary.
Drinking age is 21 and older
Vegetarian food option is available; please request when booking
The tour is wheelchair accessible, though please let us know beforehand so we can plan accordingly
Operates rain or shine; please dress for the weather
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Professional guide
Round-trip transport from Healy lodgings (if option selected)
Snacks
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Black Diamond Resort Company
Enjoy complimentary transport from your Healy hotel to Black Diamond Resort Co, where you’ll embark on a family-friendly backcountry treasure hunt. After a short safety briefing, you'll hop aboard your own Polaris Ranger, outfitted with seat belts, a windshield and cover. It’s similar to a small open-air Jeep but sports the exciting flair of an ATV. Then, head out into the wilds of Alaska with your professional guide. Navigate the back country trails, searching for hidden secrets, granite rocks, and additional clues that bring you closer and closer to finding your treasure: a rustic pavilion in the woods where a camp-style meal awaits. Traverse old mining paths that spill out onto the Dry Creek River Bed, stop on a whim to take in the surrounding scenery, or walk along the tundra and travel up the side of Black Diamond Peak for spectacular views of the Healy Valley — all the while working together to strategize and plan your next moves.
Your guide also fills you in on local history, culture, flora, and fauna throughout. Soon, it’s time to reap the benefits of your treasure hunt: a delicious and hearty meal. Morning tours include a lumberjack breakfast with fresh-baked biscuits and gravy, reindeer sausage, flapjacks and more, while afternoon and evening tours feature mouthwatering ribs, steak, chicken and even fresh-caught Alaska salmon. Juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and adult beverages are also available. Your tour concludes with hotel drop-off.
Option 1: 3-hour back country adventure with full service dining. Driven by guide and includes an adult beverage
Pickup included
171 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Christine S,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
My husband and I booked this tour. They did not disappoint. We had the best tour guide Daniel. Working with Jonathan and Shane we had the ride of a lifetime… the food was delicious and the treasure was just there for the waiting. I would book again and I mean Daniel was the best.
smilymi,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
Fun but fairly typical side by side excursion. However, the food was amazing and our guide, Naomi, did a great job. Was hoping for slightly better views and animal spottings but can’t always control Mother Nature.
Casey R,
May 25, 2025
- Viator
This was so fun and exciting. The tour was suited for myself and my young boys. It was super informative and everyone was so friendly. The lunch was spectacular and our Guide Ross was wonderful.
mark F,
Jul 25, 2024
- Viator
Jonathon and Alex were wonderful guides. They made sure we were having a great time and told us of the history of the area. The lunch was fantastic and very filling. Thank you for the amazing experience.
Rebecca C,
Jul 23, 2024
- Viator
Omg this excursion was so much fun! One of my daughter’s favorite and she’s 6yo! She had a blast riding around in the ATV our guide Ross was amazing! He knew the roads well and went fast just as my daughter requested ;) we had a blast on this one! And the dinner was delicious!
Operated by Black Diamond Resort Co