Overview
Our tour offers a thrilling and immersive winter experience right outside of Fairbanks. Unlike typical sightseeing, you'll actively explore Alaska’s pristine backcountry by snowmobile, guided by a local expert who will first teach you how to safely operate your machine. Then, you're off to ride through a breathtaking winter wonderland—crossing frozen rivers and lakes, weaving through snow-covered trails, and taking in the stunning mountain scenery around the Chena Lakes Recreation Area near North Pole, Alaska. It's an unforgettable adventure you won't find anywhere else.
PLEASE NOTE:
You are eligible for a full refund up to 7 days before your tour.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Professional guide
- Use of helmet
- Beverages
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from the tour location in North Pole
- Clothing
Meeting & End Point
Good to Know
- 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
- Guests must arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled tour start time for the mandatory safety briefing; arriving later (for example after 9:30 for a 10:00 tour) will result in forfeiting the tour and you will not be eligible for a refund. Safety briefing, gear check & helmet fittings will be conducted before each tour.
- Drivers must be at least 18 years old & hold a valid driver’s license (international licenses are accepted). Individuals aged 7 to 17 may ride as a passenger only.
- Driving time will be 60 minutes (1 full hour).
- Children aged 6 years-old or younger, will not be permitted on the tour.
- Tours are subject to change due to unsafe temperatures or lack of snow.
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Special Instructions
You MUST arrive 30 minutes or more before your tour time for your safety briefing and gear check. Please ensure you allow plenty of time to get here, especially if you are not used to driving on snow and ice.
We recommend allowing 45 minutes to get from Fairbanks to the location of your tour. Our tours run on a tight schedule so if you are more than 15 minutes late for your safety briefing, you will forfeit your tour and will not be eligible for any refund. (For example, if your tour time is at 2:00pm, you must arrive by no later than 1:30pm).
If you arrive 15 minutes or more after your safety briefing has started, you will be considered a "no-show" and no refunds will be given and you will not be able to be rescheduled to another date or time.
Please refer to the cancellation policy concerning changes and cancellations to your tour.
• Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour provider reserves the right to refuse service to persons who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication or drug use. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
• Not recommended for participants with back problems
• Not recommended for pregnant women
Transportation is not provided for this tour. If you need a transfer from your accommodation in Fairbanks or North Pole please contact Alaska Wildlife Guide directly on +1 907 712 4529 between 9am and 5pm Alaska time, Monday to Friday to discuss transport options.
We do not supply clothing for this tour. Warm and appropriate clothing (including boots) is essential. We recommend Alaska Element (https://alaskaelement.com/ or 907 388 5542) for your clothing needs as they cater specifically for the Alaskan climate and have affordable daily rates. They can also deliver and pick up from your hotel or the airport.