Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks
Overview
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8 hours
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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
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
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Snow Shoe Rental
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
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.
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
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Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks
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Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best ice cave experience!
Jessica D,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Antonio, was not only knowledgeable, he was kind and had a great sense of humor. He did a great job at pointing out wildlife on the way including Carabou. Until my son may have spotted Moose before him, but he stopped right away with his binoculars and we all enjoyed! It was good that Antonio didn’t see the moose first as he was the driver😀 He is a safe driver and ensures he accommodates his guests by making stops for personal needs, food, and pictures. Overall, I highly recommend this trip. It was our favorite of the week. The ice cave was amazing and Antonio really is a skilled guide. Thank you!!
The view of the hike is...
Tillman H,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00The view of the hike is breathtaking. The destination is even more so. It was an unforgettable experience and we highly recommend it.
Great time with beautiful scenery!
Christopher L,
Mar 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00My wife and I booked this as a last second excursion while we were in North Pole, and we’re so glad we did! The views were out of this world and the hike was fun! The hike is an easy one and the guide, Antonio, made sure we were comfortable at every stage. You can’t go wrong booking with this company! Antonio was like traveling somewhere with a buddy. We talked about the sights and sounds, hunting, our families, his home country, etc. You never felt awkward or pressured with him! Great experience and cannot recommend it enough!
Magical Castner Ice Cave Tour
LYNNE L,
Mar 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing & magical! The approx 1 mile walk to the cave is very scenic & the cave itself is incredible! The drive from Fairbanks is a few hours, but it's pretty & the cave is worth doing the drive. Our guide was excellent - friendly, conscientious about our safety & knowledgeable. Definitely recommend!
Great hike and a beautiful view!
Zachary S,
Mar 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time on this tour. The drive to the glacier was long but was worth every moment—the views were great. The hike to the ice cave was scenic and beautiful, and the ice cave itself was amazing!
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