Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks
Overview
Journey deep into the Alaska Range on an unforgettable Castner Glacier adventure from Fairbanks. Travel the scenic Richardson Highway with stops at the iconic Trans-Alaska Pipeline and a breathtaking Mt. Hayes viewpoint. Watch for moose, caribou, bald eagles, and lynx along the way before hiking through Alaska’s wilderness to Castner Glacier and exploring the ice cave. An incredible day of glaciers, mountains and wildlife.
Winter Castner Glacier Hike: During the winter hike, we walk on top of a frozen creek leading towards the glacier. The hike is approximately 3 miles round trip and usually takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes, depending on the group’s pace and weather conditions. Please prepare for extremely cold weather and dress accordingly with warm, insulated layers, winter boots, face covering ,gloves and a hat.
Fall hike: wet, muddy, rocky terrain. Waterproof gear advised.
Difficulty: Moderate
Licensed by Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior permit #2025-00197
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hiking Poles
- SnowShoes (Snowshoes are wide, flat frames worn on your shoes prevent from sinking in deep snow)
- Professional Guide
- Lunch Lunch not included – we stop along the route where guests may purchase food.
- Winter Gear(Winter Boots,Jackets,Winter Pants,Gloves,Hats)
What To Expect
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Fairbanks
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Delta Junction
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Castner Glacier
1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Delta Junction
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Santa Claus House
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fairbanks
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Private transportation.
- Hiking Poles.
- SnowShoes (Snowshoes are wide, flat frames worn on your shoes prevent from sinking in deep snow).
- Professional Guide.
- Lunch. Lunch not included – we stop along the route where guests may purchase food.
- Winter Gear(Winter Boots,Jackets,Winter Pants,Gloves,Hats).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hiking Poles
- SnowShoes (Snowshoes are wide, flat frames worn on your shoes prevent from sinking in deep snow)
- Professional Guide
- LunchLunch not included – we stop along the route where guests may purchase food.
- Winter Gear(Winter Boots,Jackets,Winter Pants,Gloves,Hats)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
