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Spectacular Hot Spring Experience with Northern Lights

Spectacular Hot Spring Experience with Northern Lights

Overview

Discover the Chena Hot Springs Resort with our expert guides, who ensure you enjoy every amazing amenity safely. If the northern lights grace the sky, our guides will lead you to the best vantage points for breathtaking photos. Plus, you won’t miss a moment—our guides will capture the aurora's beauty and share those stunning images with you. Join us for an unforgettable experience where adventure meets expert guidance!

City: Fairbanks

Wed 11 Feb

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Starting at $235.00

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Wed 11 Feb

Starting at $235.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

50 cents for your locker

Bottled water

Entry to the Hot Springs swimming area

Admission to the Ice Museum

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The resort is not wheel chair accessible.

What To Expect

Chena Hot Springs Resort

-Friendly guides will pick you up from your hotel, and return you there at the end of the excursion. -Journey: Enjoy a scenic 1hr. drive to Chena Hot Springs Resort. Hot Springs Experience: -Relax in the therapeutic hot springs. -Marvel at the starry sky and, hopefully, the northern lights. Ice Museum Access: -Explore the famous Ice Museum with stunning ice sculptures. -Capture unforgettable photos. Dining Option: -Savor a true Alaskan dining experience at the on-site restaurant (meal not included). -Gift shop offers keepsakes and smaller snack portions. Join us for a memorable evening filled with relaxation and exploration!

Chena Hot Springs Resort

Upon your arrival at the resort, you'll receive your tickets for admission to the spectacular Ice Museum—an experience you simply cannot miss! Curated by renowned ice sculptors, this enchanting museum showcases breathtaking artistry crafted entirely from ice. Your guided tour of the Ice Museum lasts approximately 45 minutes, and the admission is included in your tour package. As you explore, you’ll be captivated by the intricate sculptures and the mesmerizing atmosphere. Don’t forget to visit the unique Ice Bar, where you can enjoy refreshing adult beverages. Be sure to purchase your beverages at the activity center before heading over to the museum for an unforgettable experience. Must bring your ID if you intend to buy drinks. Prepare for a magical adventure that will leave you in awe!

Chena Hot Springs Resort

After your captivating exploration of the Ice Museum, it's time to indulge in the rejuvenating experience of the Hot Springs swimming area. Here, you can immerse yourself in the natural hot springs, known for their therapeutic benefits, while also enjoying access to both indoor and outdoor hot tubs and a refreshing indoor pool. It's the perfect setting for a truly relaxing Alaskan escape! For your visit, please remember to bring a towel, appropriate swimwear, and shower shoes for the locker room. If you happen to forget any of these essentials, don’t worry—convenient rental and purchase options are available at the resort. **Pro Tip**: Bring along a few quarters for the lockers in the changing area, ensuring a hassle-free experience while you unwind in paradise!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (29)

892ikut

Feb 2025

Thoroughly enjoyed this tour! I had booked a tour to Chena Spring weeks ahead with one tour company which cancelled on me the day before due to the fact that the minimum on the trip had not been met. The guide offered me a discount if I could change the date, but I had other tours planned and couldn’t accommodate. So I quickly booked another tour but got cancelled the following morning, because once again, I was the solo person who signed up. The third company was Tony’s, and he was willing to take me that very day even though at the time of the booking I was the only one who signed up. (Thankfully another person booked at the last minute!) Tony strongly believes that once you offer to do a tour, it is only right to accommodate the tourists regardless of the size of the group. I was very impressed! Not only is Tony uniquely honorable, he is very knowledgeable about a lot of things and we had a great time getting to know each other. He is a veteran tour guide, and the people at Chena all seem to know him well. Everything went well according to the itinerary. The drive there was very smooth, got to see some beautiful views. Tony entertained us with his interesting stories during the drive, and I felt like we got there in no time. The ice museum was okay, but the Hot Spring was extremely soothing, an experience you won’t forget! The Northern Lights were visible from their Activity Center but not that exciting. So Tony took us to a couple of other quiet places for better viewing. Overall it wasn’t a good showing that night, but I appreciated his effort. He drove us back to our hotels safe and happy. It was a very well planned tour. Everything was timed well, and his thoughtfulness about getting the car warmed before each drive and offering water bottles for hydration after the soak in Hot Spring did not go unnoticed. I would highly recommend this tour and any of his tours!

Desiree_R

Feb 2025

It was great & spectacular experience! Being a 1st timer here at Alaska, i can say that it was really an amazing tour.

Barbara_W

Feb 2025

Kevin was great. Very knowledgeable on Alaska, Aurora and dog mushing. We loved the ice sculptures and hot springs. Quirky but very cool and unique. Unfortunately we did not see any Northern lights due to cloud cover.