Best 29 things to do in Ester, AK

A flexible night-sky chase with photo help, snacks, and warm drinks

Travel the Dalton Highway to the Arctic Circle from Fairbanks

Cast for Arctic grayling on a guided Fairbanks fishing float trip

Spend a full day fly or spin fishing the clear waters of the Chena River

Float the Chena River while watching for Alaska wildlife

Fish Clearwater Creek for Arctic grayling with gear, lunch, and Fairbanks-area transport

Cast for northern pike on a guided Fairbanks evening outing

Watch for the northern lights with warm indoor comforts and photography tips

Run a private dogsled team for 5 miles with an Alaskan husky guide

Hike to an ice cave and explore Santa Claus House from Fairbanks

Cross the Arctic Circle via the Dalton Highway with a guide and certificate

Soak at Chena Hot Springs and tour the Aurora Ice Museum

Visit three Fairbanks breweries with tastings and an included behind-the-scenes tour

See Fairbanks highlights by riverboat, gold dredge, and Pioneer Park

See Fairbanks history and heritage with a local guide, plus Museum of the North admission

Hand-feed yaks and learn about life on an off-grid Alaska farm

Chase the Aurora with hands-on camera coaching and portraits

Chase clear skies from a private dark-sky lodge with local photography guidance

Private Fairbanks aurora chase with a dedicated photographer and Mercedes transport

Chase the aurora from Fairbanks with a heated van, mobile lodge, and pro photos

Hike Castner Glacier and its ice cave with a professional guide

Ice fish in a heated cabin and grill your catch near Fairbanks

Watch the Northern Lights from a cozy cabin near Fairbanks, with optional transfers

Watch the Northern Lights from a hilltop cabin near Murphy Dome