Chena Hot Springs Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Relax in natural hot springs
- Explore the Aurora Ice Museum
- Enjoy scenic Alaskan landscapes
- Experience unique ice sculptures
- Learn about local geothermal energy
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Fairbanks
- Access to Chena Hot Springs Resort facilities
- Guided tour of the Aurora Ice Museum
- Meals and beverages
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour departure time and location in advance.
- Be aware that meals and beverages are not included in the tour price.
- Understand that the tour duration is approximately 8 hours, including travel time.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable swimwear and bring a towel for the hot springs.
- Consider bringing a camera to capture the ice sculptures and scenic views.
- Check the weather forecast and dress in layers to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
Good to know
- If going in the hot springs, you will need a bathing suit. You may also wish to bring rubber shoes and a towel. Towels are available at a cost of $5.
- Lockers are available and take 2 quarters (50 cents). A change machine is on-site if required.
- Photo ID is required to purchase an Appletini in the Ice Museum or other alcoholic beverages in the restaurant/bar.
- Children under 18 and pregnant guests are not allowed in the outdoor rock pool, but may use the indoor pools.
- Our vans are not wheelchair accessible. However, we have enough room for a foldable one and the Hot Springs are wheelchair accessible. Please contact us before booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Cancellation for a full refund is possible if the minimum capacity is not reached or due to dangerous road conditions.
- Every guest must sign a waiver before any tour so they clearly acknowledge the inherent risks of wilderness travel, assume responsibility for their own safety, and confirm they are medically able to participate.
Traveler reviews
Great for young adults
My 2 college age kids booked this excursion at the last minute at the end of camping trip to Denali. It exceeded their expectations. They enjoyed all aspects - the ice museum, hot springs, and dog kennel tour (this was an add on). Pickup/dropoff was at the door of their hotel. Dillon was a great host/guide.
I highly recommend Alaska Wild Lights
Alaska Wild Lights was awesome. Our guide was John Kane, he was wonderful. He had helpful information and really made us feel the "love" of the area. The ice museum area was fun, but bathing in the hot springs made the entire trip for me.
Great Day, but up early
Great day, loved the springs, ice museum, trails and dog kennels, They emailed us they were picking us up at 7 am and it was actually. They were very apologetic about it. But who wants to wake up and waste two hours of vacation. Their office doesn’t open til 9 am and the voicemail was full. If you have tours starting at 7am, someone should be available via chat. I feel like we should have gotten a small compensation, a discount off a future excursion or something. I guess I will go back to Expedia. Dylan was great through and this tour gives you enough time to fully enjoy and appreciate the area. Other tours available would be very rushed.
Great day
A full day of activity. Highly recommend. Our driver (John) was excellent!! The ice museum was excellent and the hot springs was unbelievable!!!!
Dillon was a tremendous, knowledgeable and helpful driver and guide. He went out of his way to ensure we were happy
The whole experience was well managed and adapted to our requirements. The hot springs were delightful, which were only surpassed by a sighting of a female moose with 2 young, in tow