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4.8 (219 reviews)
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Nicole P.

We had so much fun dog sledding! Our guide was great, the dogs were adorable and the view incredible. Would definitely recommend to anyone!

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Jessie Z.

Booked dog sledding on viator, maybe better to call the place to see direct pricing. Requires a bit of a drive, very close to north pole city. Its quite boisterous as the dogs get excited seeing each other in competitive spirit. It seems like they contract individual dog musher teams to conduct the tour which makes me feel good about the sledding. They also have snow mobile tours. Inside they offer gear if needed, however i heavily recommend some sort of hat and face covering and touchscreen gloves as the ride can be freezing. The mushers are friendly and you can tell really love their dogs. They even compete in races and the mushers themselves seem like a family to each other. Once you go in there is a bit of a wait and they will give u a buzzer to let u know when they are ready in case you want to wait in your car. The ride was actually a decent length, i expected it to be like a long wait and maybe a 10 minute ride, but it actually seemed close to the 30. We sat 2 people in one sled and 1 in the other. Overall I'd recommend it if you'd like a unique experience. Only wish I got to spend more time with the dogs and interact more/pictures.

Jay R.

Great outfit to book an afternoon dogsled or snowmobile ride. Professional, organized, well outfitted and equipped with excellent guides. Highly recommend if you're in Fairbanks.

Aurora lights, AWESOME

The Snowmobile tour with Josh, the dog sledding with Dek and ice fishing/Aurora lights with Jay were all exhilarating, Josh and Jay took us on some beautiful trails. Something about the snow made it magical. I can appreciate Josh for continuously checking on everyone..I can also appreciate the thorough brief on how to operate the snowmobile . .. I appreciate Musher Dek for enlightening me about sled team, that ride I will never forget. Jay kept it very interesting and educational with his experiences as a fisherman and musher. The deer sausage was good as well great pictures of the Aurora lights. Though I did not catch anything but this whole trip was planned around ice fishing for my birthday and I wouldn't change a thing . 10/10 The staff was definitely on it, with observing each person attire and providing us with extremely better PPE. The hot chocolate station and restrooms were emaculant, thank you Cat/ Kat...

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Jennifer M.

Our dogsled tour with Deke and his dogs was fantastic! We learned so much about the dogs and the sledding. Everything went smoothly.

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Joe was an awesome musher!!! Very informative made the trip fun awesome dogs to be around. Thanks, Joe!

Tamia L.

Our time and money was spent well for our snowmobiling time! We had first class service from our greeting, checkin, trial run around a course before jetting off on the trails lead by Josh! The trail was smooth and landscape beautiful! We were safe as we took up speeds of our own comfort! You don't regret this coming to this outfit!!!

Abel R.

Our group of 7 booked the 1 hour snowmobiling and had a blast. The guys were very professional and knowledgeable to ensure we had a great experience. The only downfall was that you get to maneuver the snowmobile by pushing a button with your thumb and that makes your thumb go numb after straight driving. I had to stop a few times to release the pressure. The best part was when we were riding in the open field and everyone can drive fast as hell. Super fun and thrilling. Love every minute of it.

Fick and I
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Simple | Comprehensive | Fun Simple - The setup at Rod's is really easy. You can call or schedule your group online. They have everything you need at the facility, from gloves to gators, coats, and boots. All you need to do is come with yourself, and they take care of the rest. Comprehensive - they have a lot of options for any group. We did dog-sledding and snowmobiling. We showed up at 1100 for an 1130 Dog Sled tour which lasted 30 minutes. We warmed up for 5-10 minutes and immediately transitioned into snowmobiling for an hour. They did a 5-minute tutorial on how to operate the various features of the snowmobile. Notably, they have hand warmers, and the helmets are heated. We then did 3-5 minutes on their practice course to get comfortable with the machine. Then we were off and running for about 50 minutes. Fun - Overall, the place is extremely fun. The entire staff is upbeat and willing to help ensure your group has a fantastic time. We were able to push our snowmobiles to the max. Also, the staff was willing to take pictures for us. Pro Tip: For your dog sled experience, ask for Joe Weber - we had him for our tour, and he was great. Answered all of our questions and explained the art/science of the activity. He gave us a first-rate experience. Pro Tip: For your snowmobile experience, ask for Victoria Forrester. We had her for our tour. She was great. Super chill but, at the same time, set a standard for what would and would not be tolerated. Also - she gave us space and time to really push the snowmobiles to the max. I got mine up to 46 MPH. She gave us a first-rate experience as well. Pro Tip: Show 30 minutes before your scheduled time. You will need to sign some waviers, put the gear on, and potentially add other activities to your experience.

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Morris S.

We did the ice fishing. Our guide Mike was so friendly, helpful and made the experience for some southern Californians and truly memorable experience. The tent was very comfortable and our guide cooked up our biggest catches, it was yummy. Prior to arrival, the staff, including the owner Rod were so friendly and helpful. I would highly recommended them. They also do snow mobiling and dog sledding.

Dillon A.

This was so much fun!! We booked our reservation online and we're told to arrive 30 minutes prior to our snow machine tour. After we showed up we were greeted by a very friendly woman at the counter who walked us through the waivers (you must sign in order to participate and there are no insurance options so definitely use at your own risk!!!) and asked us to take a seat on the benches. We were greeted by another friendly woman who helped us with sizing for the provided winter gear. Once we were geared up we were greeted by Victoria. Victoria is a BADASS. She was one of the highlights on our trip to Fairbanks as far as staff is concerned. She took us over to the snow machines, took us through a very detailed (but short) orientation on how to operate the snow machines before letting us mount the machines for the practice course. You will do about 4-5 laps around the practice course (just a circle) before you take off on the trail. The rest of the tour lasted about 55 minutes to 1 hour. You are guided through a beautiful forest of trees and nature. Some of the paths get tight so make sure you're comfortable on the snow machine. We did stop at one point because we saw a baby moose and then we stopped again by the frozen river for a photo opportunity. Once we got back to the open valley we were able to open up the snow machines and get some speed going. So much fun!!!! Can't recommend this tour any more and if you can request a guide then ask for Victoria!!

Albert G.

This is the go to service for any tours in Fairbanks! The guides and staff were welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable. We participated and in the dog sledding tour and we had fun. The gear provided was very comfortable and suitable for the environment, thanks Terri!

Me and Alba
Eric A.

Thank you Rod's Alaskan Guide Service for amazing experiences in Alaska. Me friends and I did dog sledding, drove snow mobiles and went to night ice fishing and everything was unforgettable. I loved dog sledding, they take you to a very beautiful views and provide you warm clothes so you can stay warm. Snow mobile driving was a fun experience, you drive thru forests, lakes and so on. Also you can book a day long tour on snow mobiles, but we didn't have a chance to do that, because we were leaving soon. But next time we sure will do it. Night Ice fishing was cool, it was my first time. You sit in small cabin on frozen lake and do fishing through holes on the floor. We caught rainbow trout and salmon. They said they work whole year and have a list of entertainments for summer time as well. If you want to feel Alaska-contact these guys and they will make sure you will have memories from Alaska. FIND YOUR ALASKA!!!

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Joe was an awesome guide! My boyfriend and I had a great time dog sledding. Will definitely come back!

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Hi Rod! We are 5 adults coming from India for a 15 day trip of Alaska. If we we hire a vehicle will you provide us with a Guide cum Driver for our trip ? Can you help us find who will ? My email is sudhirkochhar at yahoo dot com

I recommend Moose Cab. https://www.yelp.com/biz/moose-cab-and-tours-fairbanks-2 They will be able to take care of all your vehicle and driver needs.

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Riverboat Discovery - RiverBoat

Riverboat Discovery

4.6(111 reviews)
16.7 mi

The Riverboat Discovery in Fairbanks offers an exceptional way to experience Alaska's wilderness up…read moreclose. The river cruise is scenic and relaxing, winding through lush forests and along the sparkling Tanana and Chena Rivers, with plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife like bald eagles, moose, and even bears from a safe distance. The staff are knowledgeable and enthusiastic, sharing fascinating stories about Alaska's history, culture, and the gold rush era, which makes the journey both educational and entertaining. The boat itself is comfortable, spacious, and perfectly suited for viewing the surrounding scenery without feeling crowded. Whether you're interested in nature, history, or just a peaceful river ride, the Riverboat Discovery provides a memorable, family-friendly adventure that highlights the beauty and heritage of Alaska.

I'm so glad I got the chance to cruise along the Chena river on the Riverboat Discovery before the…read moreend of season. This is a must when visiting Fairbanks during the spring/summer months. The 3 hour tour paddles up and down the Chena river, with some fun stops along the way. You'll get a fun history lesson about dog mushing and the Iditarod, see a float plane takeoff and land, then disembark for about an hour to walk around the "Chena Village". A delightful experience that submerges you into the Alaskan bush and culture. The whole experience is narrated by the captain and crew, and was just amazing! There's plenty of complementary donuts, coffee, and tea, along with a full snack bar on board if you get hungry. Getting to Riverboat Discovery was easy. There's Ubers, hotel shuttles, tour buses, taxis, and depending on where you're staying, it's even walkable. Everyone we interacted with was delightfully pleasant and helpful. Be sure to do the -40 BELOW experience! All in all, this is a great way to spend your day, and add some great Fairbanks memories.

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Alaska Aurora Adventures - Northern Lights Viewing

Alaska Aurora Adventures

3.3(33 reviews)
8.8 mi

We went on the Northern Lights excursion. Jason, the owner…read morepicked us up in the van right on time. It was about a 30-40 minute drive. I'd rented a camera from him with the proper settings preset. He also helped anyone who needed their camera phones adjusted. They provided tripods for free. Jason, and his wife Heather have a great set up. Big cabin for warmth. Lots of beverages, snacks, seating. Indoor plumbing. They have modern technology for tracking the northern lights. They told us when to head out. They have a huge, dark field for viewing. We watched a great Northern Lights show. We also saw a lot of stars and constellations. I'd definitely book with them again.

If there were half stars I'd give the experience a 2.5- because the actual dog sledding portion…read more(all 20 minutes of it) was 5 star fantastic, but the getting there and getting back was a one star. Let me explain: Pick up was at Walmart because we stayed in a VRBO. There wasn't very clear communication ahead of time as to exactly where at Walmart and what vehicle I was looking for- tho I was able to reach someone on their business number after I arrived in the parking lot. A large passenger van picked my son and I up, the driver was very young and pleasant looking but literally said nothing but "hello", not even his name. There was one other couple in the van. Here's the weird part- the driver gave us ZERO communication on anything. Not how far we were going, or where, or some background on dog mushing, or pleasant conversation. I asked maybe 2 questions and he answered them but it was clear he wasn't going to offer anything further. The van was so uncomfortably silent I felt like I had to whisper to my son. After about a 35min drive "out of town" I guess I expected to arrive at some kind of professional kennel/facility but it was actually someone's house with dog kennels out back. Again, we piled out of the van, I was holding my purse and my son had a backpack (do I take them? Are there lockers? Do I leave them in the van? Who knows...) and our driver just walked off, giving no instructions. We decided to follow him. I asked if I could use the restroom before we started and he waved me in the general direction of an outhouse in the woods (which I never found- I just took care of business in the trees, clutching my nuisance of a purse). There was a team of dogs already hooked up, and he told the other couple "you're first" and loaded them on the sled with the owner/musher named Amy (we didn't know any of this til my son and I actually got our "turn" because again, ZERO conversation or communication). I guess I expected that if there were other people we would be on separate sleds but all go out together? Nope. Other couple took off with musher. So here we are, standing in the middle of the dog yard with significant dog kennel odors and yelping dogs and van driver than won't say a word and wondering what the hell is going on. I'm still wondering what to do with my purse, as it's obvious this is no place to be carrying it and there's no where to put it. I asked the driver if I could put it back in the van, and he said, "I guess I can take it for you, they'll be back any minute". (Again, I'm confused... they've only been gone 10-15 minutes... is that how long the "experience" is?) Sure enough, they returned a few minutes later. So my son and I load up. Here is where the 5* part comes in. Amy (owner of kennel/dogs/professional musher) quickly introduced herself with a smile and warm welcome. We took off into the woods on a well groomed trail, and she talked the whole time about her dogs, the breed of Alaskan Husky, the sport, her experiences, and more. It was thrilling and fun and interesting to hear her point of view and expertise! Tho the time on the sled was only 20 minutes or so, my son and I both really enjoyed every moment. In short- If you're looking for a full-service 5* adventure, this isn't it.

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Alaska Log Cabins On The Pond B&b - Sunrise from the main house deck after getting our fill of biscuits and gravy.

Alaska Log Cabins On The Pond B&b

5.0(2 reviews)
5.2 mi

This place was exactly what we wanted! I encourage you to know what your booking. We wanted rustic…read moreand more of an Alaskan adventure rather than a upscale hotel. We came to Alaska to experience it as Alaska should be. I didn't want to walk out my door to a long hotel hallway. Instead I walked out of my cabin to a snow filled wonderland with wilderness and a pond. One where instead of needing a tour guide I could stand by the pond in front of the cabin and see the northern lights. Jim and Syd are amazing people with more hospitality than you can imagine. Jim made us a wonderful breakfast every morning from scratch not a frozen bag. The conversations were always exciting. They would both share their stories and experiences, tell us what not to miss and what the area held. When other guest joined us it was as fun to hear their stories. Way more interaction than at a typical hotel. Remember to read the description. These are dry cabins- no water, no toilet, no sink. Like I said earlier, know what your booking. However the shower house is less than a minute walk from each cabin and it is warm and clean plenty of hot water and toiletries. Not a big deal at all. I encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and enjoy this! Listen to Jim and Syd and ask for their advice and use their expertise. Our last day Jim took us ice fishing on the pond which was amazing in itself, but then he invited us to the house as he cooked up the rainbow trout we had caught and made us lunch! Perfect ending to a perfect trip!

We can not say enough good things about our experience at Cabins on the Pond. The cabins were…read morewarm,clean,well appointed and just perfectly charming, as they should be considering our host , Jim Swearingin,built them himself! The modern bath house are actually 2 full baths with showers, flushing toilets, and sink vanity. All very clean with plenty of hot water and a toasty temp of 78F. Even when it was -40below outside. The view is amazing. Outside of the city, so it's dark to highlight those Aurora Borealis that you can see right from inside your cabin. Or step outside for the real light show, all of your pictures will be perfectly showcased with spruce trees and snow banks . Jim even wakes you up so you don't miss the Northern Lights! Don't miss fishing with Jim and the tasty fish dinner he prepares later that night for you. And that rice, off the hook good. This experience will be a memory maker for you. Again, DON'T MISS IT! Every morning from 7-9 make your way up to Jim & Syd's breakfast table. He offers some of Alaska's best down home cooking! The chat with the two of them is wonderful. They both exemplify hospitality! The best was making new friends with these two super fantastic and gracious people! Their energy and love of the land is contagious. We will forever have them in our heart and WILL for sure see them again!

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Alaska Element - Warm when just chilling outside

Alaska Element

4.9(56 reviews)
2.9 mi
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Came to Alaska for a week of outdoor activities in freezing temps. Alaska Element's gear not only…read morekept us warm the entire time, but helped us to enioy all our activities while others couldnt because they were unprepared with inferior gear. Everyone was complaining about frozen hands and feet. Heather made it so simple to schedule our fitting. As we entered the shop, Martha gave us a warm welcome. She was the best fitter and so knowledgeable and friendly. The quality of the gear was top notch and would have easily cost $2,500-$3,000 per person had we purchased it ourselves. The real test of professionalism and character for any business is when a customer returns with damaged gear. Martha was the ultimate professional business woman when I returned two days later with the jacket sleeve torn after dog sledding. She was kind, gracious, and so understanding. She never made me feel quilty although I felt bad about the accidental tear. This is why I HIGHLY recommend getting the gear protection plan because that was a VERY expensive jacket and I would have had to pay to replace it. This business deserves a 5 star rating because it is operated by truly authentic people with qood intentions whose sole purpose is keeping people warm while visiting Alaska.

Alaska Element is a non-negotiable rental in the Fairbanks winter. My family was perfectly warm in…read moretheir high-quality gear during our trip. --- Alaska Element was highly recommended by other tours we booked, and after our experience, I could definitely see why! Last December 2024, we opted for a 3 day rental period. We booked the hotel drop off and return since we would be without a car, signature service delivery to swap sizes worry-free, and the "GearGuard" clothing protection plan. When picking our sizes, we meticulously measured ourselves, and picked the best fits from the website. We had a drop off at the Hampton Inn and Suites, a bit outside of the city center. We only had to pay any delivery fees once, so it felt well worth it since our total costs for delivery/pick-up and the additional signature delivery were then split between 4 individuals. Heather and her colleague who arrived for our signature service delivery were professional, on-time, and friendly. All descriptions on the website were pretty true to size, except one of the more petite members of our party (4'11") had a better fit in a large child jacket versus an adult small. Some shoes were a bit more comfortable in a bigger size than we booked (to accommodate fluffy socks), but if we had not done the signature service delivery, we would've been ok just following the size guidelines! The medium glove size we needed was sold out, so I'd book gloves early, if possible. We had some floppy, too-large gloves. When we were returning our rentals, we left them behind the hotel front desk. Super easy and hassle-free. We were very warm in our gear and had fun on our tours because of it. We were able to stay outdoors in 10s F temperatures for maybe a half hour before feeling the chill. For extended times, we still had to use hand warmers and foot warmers, but we were never in any "danger". Unfortunately, we saw many families on our tours who were wearing inadequate gear unable to really enjoy the tours, and at the most extreme, get unreasonably and dangerously cold. Honestly, we were also thinking of saving the money and just wearing our warmest gear, but it wouldn't have been enough! I'm glad we didn't follow through. Rentals not included which would be essential to bring yourself would be good thermals and scarves/face coverings. This is also outlined in detail on the website. Overall, if you book nothing else during a winter trip to Fairbanks, I'd recommend booking gear with Alaska Element. Honestly, we loved the gear so much we looked into getting the same coats and gloves when we got home!

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Warm when hanging out in Alaska wilderness

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This is in front of the shop. We could see the moon between the two trees.

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