Castner Glacier Ice Cave

From $329.00

Overview

South of Delta Junction, AK there are many glaciers. One of them lies at mile 218 and a hike up Castner Creek brings you to its end (the terminal moraine). Once you climb up onto the glacier you are standing on thousands of years of snow and sediment trapped there. Castner glacier is rapidly receding and as it melts has created many stunning and several exceptional ice caves. The caves often reach far back and are sculpted in inconceivable ways. As you stand there in the chill of the cave and stare into the crystal-clear ice, it is impossible to grasp it all!

**Due to the extraordinary melt on the glacier during summer 2022, the ice cave has experienced considerable collapse and looks drastically different than it is pictured on this page. Anyone visiting the glacier should exercise caution when approaching its terminus.

Meeting & Pickup

Start Time

9:00 AM

Pickup Details

We pick up from all major hotels in Fairbanks, but not Airbnb or private residences. All other locations please Contact Us for a meeting up point. We will contact you the day before your tour with your exact pickup time.

Inclusion & Exclusion

What To Expect

Heading southeast out of Fairbanks on the Richardson Highway for the 2.5 hours drive. Driving past the nearby North Pole, “Where the Spirit of Christmas Lives Year Round,” giving a wink and a nod to the world’s largest Santa statue. Passing through lake country… Chena, Harding, Birch, Lost, and Quartz—all worthy of ice fishing expeditions, snowshoeing quests, or photo treks. Delta Junction, about 90 miles out, brought the first glimpse of civilization back into focus. Here, the famous Alaska-Canada Highway hooks up with the Richardson. In Delta, you can use the restroom and visit a quirky and well-stocked grocery, and grab a bite to eat.

Another half-hour drive will get us to the Castner Glacier Ice Cave parking lot. An easy hike or snowshoe leads to a huge ice cave at the glacier terminus. The 2.6-mile round-trip hike to the Glacier is straightforward and almost entirely flat.

After a fantastic winter hike, we will have a restroom stop at Delta Junction again on our way back.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Only allow the age of 5+ to participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
This tour has 2.6 miles of winter hiking, please dress accordingly
Snow gear will be provided when necessary

Cancellation & Disclaimers

Refund

You can cancel your trip with no reason for a full/partial refund. Reschedule is FREE!
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 7 days before the experience’s start time.
50% of the total price will be applied as a cancellation fee if guests cancel the trip 2-7 days before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 48 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

We are aware that sometimes urgencies and illness prevent our customers from taking their tour. As this is always a possibility, we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance as soon as possible.

Late Arrival / No-shows

Punctuality is extremely important when traveling with a group. Our waiting policy is limited. If guests do not arrive within 15 minutes, the guest will be considered a no-show and no refund will be given. This policy pertains to all our tours, and Alaska Arctic Expeditions, LLC is not responsible for delayed or missed appointments.

Cancellation Prompted By Us

Guest safety is our major priority, hence we reserve the right to cancel or alter any itinerary as conditions require. Any changes made will be in the interest of Alaska Arctic Expeditions passengers or as a result of circumstances beyond our control. Should we need to cancel a tour, we will refund 100%. In case of partial cancellation, we will do a partial but fair refund.

Outside Scope of Our Liability

Alaska can be dangerous. Alaska Arctic Expeditions LLC will not be responsible for any injuries, illnesses, or death to any and all Alaska Arctic Expeditions passengers/guests, including but not limited to allergic reactions to any substance or food. Alaska Arctic Expeditions is not responsible for missed reservations, nor lost, stolen, or damaged property. Passengers/guests of Alaska Arctic Expeditions, LLC are responsible for any damage they cause to our equipment or vehicles.