Greatland Adventures

02/27/2025

Fairbanks is Alaska's second-largest city and one of our favorite regions to explore! From museums to mushing trails, the Golden Heart City bustles with activity all year, and we love showing it off to guests.

This winter is a great time to explore Fairbanks because The Iditarod is going to kick off in Fairbanks, marking the fourth time in history that the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race will run from Fairbanks to Nome.

Meeting reindeer at Running Reindeer Ranch is one of the joys of touring Fairbanks!

Check out our top trips from Fairbanks on the Greatland blog: https://bit.ly/3QuxLJA

📷 : Bohemian Traveler

02/27/2025

Never go aurora chasing without checking our live aurora cam first! 👇👇

Let the Greatland Adventures team share our love for this incomparable locale. Learn about this Anchorage Alaska tour operator's great team!

02/25/2025

Honesty time. ➡️ We CAN provide customized forecasting and the industry's best guides, but one thing we don't provide is a GUARANTEE.

We love aurora tourism. We are here for it. We lead the industry in experience. We live and breathe aurora! But one thing our guests are not buying is a guarantee.

The aurora borealis is a phenomenon of nature, and its visibility and quality varies depending on several factors, like solar activity, cloud cover, and overhead weather conditions. As such, there is never a guarantee that the lights will appear as brightly as those seen in advertisements or videos; or, that they’ll show up at all, even with a customized forecast. There is no tool, no magic forecasting service that guarantees a guest will see the aurora on their tour night.

So even if the northern lights may be faint during your tour, remember, that you are witnessing one of the most magical natural phenomena that only a few percent of people get to see. Let's have a perspective. Let's be in the moment.

We work hard for every guest. One thing we don't compromise is our integrity. Our mission at Greatland Adventures is "We strive to make the world a better place by sharing a love of Alaska with guests, by providing a high quality of life for employees, and engaging as an integral part of a vibrant local community.

We are here, every day, to fulfill this mission.

Thank you for trusting us and making us part of your Alaska journey.

02/25/2025

It's the Fur Rondy time 🙌 Who's out there having fun? Anchorage comes alive during this time! This Saturday is the ceremonial start of The Iditarod. So many events are happening in town!

02/25/2025

Anchorage is WILD! See why we love our WILD home, Anchorage 🥰

Visit Anchorage

Anchorage is Wild 🐋

Moose, bears, and whales are just a few of the iconic Alaska animals in and around Anchorage. Sarah “Howie” Howard, Executive Director of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, is on a mission to teach responsible stewardship of Alaska’s wildest creatures and share their stories.

Watch here: https://bit.ly/40qSQsQ

02/24/2025

DYK that we have a public Turnagain Arm tour? In celebration, here's 5️⃣ reasons we think you'll love this tour:

1️⃣: 🦌 You'll get to visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and meet Alaska’s most popular animals: bears, moose, musk oxen, wolves, & more!

2️⃣: 🗻 Take a ride to the top of Alyeska Resort’s aerial tram for stunning views.

3️⃣: 🤳 So many chances for wildlife and wilderness viewing and excellent photo opportunities.

4️⃣: 🚎 You don't have to drive like, AT ALL. Our guides will pick you up at your hotel, chauffeur you throughout the day, and then drop you back off at your hotel's door when the tour is over.

5️⃣: 💡Lots of local history, fun facts, and interesting information straight from our experienced, local guides - who really love sharing Alaska with our guests.

Book this *NEW* tour now: https://bit.ly/4aELFlF

Image: View of Turnagain Arm with snow-capped mountains and a reflective body of water under a clear blue sky.

02/20/2025

🥳🥳🥳It's time to Rondy!🥳🥳🥳

Alaska's largest and most famous winter festival, Fur Rendezvous, starts today! This staple of Alaska celebrations has been held during the last week of February since the 1930s.

It's a great time to visit and capture the excitement of a parade, dog mushing, carnival rides, and more! Get out there and cure that cabin fever!

Images: (1) A person in a colorful costume runs in a snowy street race, pushing a decorated sled alongside teammates, with a crowd of spectators watching in the background. (2) Participants in banana costumes energetically push a shopping cart with a woman wearing a helmet, with an excited crowd looking on. (3) A participant in vibrant costume crosses the finish line at the Outhouse Races in Anchorage, Alaska, surrounded by cheering spectators and a festive float in the background.

📷 : JodyO Photography

02/19/2025

We absolutely loved this review from our guest 💗 . There's a reason why travelers join us more than once. Thanks for your trust and enthusiasm! Please read on ⬇️

"This was the second time my wife and I went on a Greatland Adventures northern lights tour. The first time was two years ago out of Anchorage. Jacob was our guide. He took us to a location where the sky was initially clear. When the clouds started rolling in, he took us to another location where we ultimately experienced the northern lights! The experience was awesome, but the lights were more on the horizon than overhead. We wanted to try to see if we could get a better view of the lights, so this time we flew into Fairbanks. Fairbanks is positioned right under the aurora oval. The night we signed up for was cloudy, so they rescheduled us for the next night. That night was also cloudy, so they rescheduled us again. I like that they try to make sure you have the best opportunity to see the lights during your available time window. Finally, the skies cleared up and we went out for our tour. Our guide that night was Cody. It was crazy cold (-30 F), but that made for a cloudless night. Cody took us out to their viewing property, which is about a 45 minute drive out of Fairbanks. The property has a viewing deck and heated yurts where you can stay warm while you're waiting to view the lights. The activity level was initially low, but Cody took some photos of us that still showed the aurora. About 1:00 am, the activity level increased and we were treated to an amazing display of the aurora borealis! If you are thinking about coming up to Alaska to see the northern lights, I highly recommend Greatland Adventures!"

02/18/2025

Travel trends? Of course we are ahead of the trends! 😉 From noctourism to calmcations, we have what you are looking for.

See it for yourself ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aEuC33

Recently, the BBC released an article showcasing travel trends for 2025 vacation destinations and activities. Alaska meets all the trends.

02/17/2025

Heading to Anchorage for the famous Fur Rondy (Fur Rendezvous) Festival this month?

Be sure to make time for our Anchorage City Tour to become better acquainted with the community, its history, and amazing scenery! This three-hour adventure dives into Anchorage's roots, from its Alaska Native heritage to a present-day center for commerce, government, and recreation.

Check out this blog post for options on how to spend your time in Alaska's largest city ➡️ https://www.greatlandadventures.com/best-adventures-around-anchorage-alaska/

Images: (1) Participants, including one with a "Cupid's Undie Run" banner, race joyfully in a wintry setting with a reindeer leading the way. (2) Participants in festive attire run alongside a reindeer during the Alaska Reindeer Run event, on a snowy day.

📷 : JodyO Photography

02/14/2025

There's nothing quite like love beneath the stars and aurora! 😘

Happy Valentine's Day! Thanks for being our valentine! 😃

Images: (1) Two people in winter clothing sharing a kiss under a starry sky with faint aurora borealis and snow-covered mountains in the background. (2) Two people wearing winter clothing embracing and looking at the northern lights in a night sky over snowy mountains. (3) Two people in winter gear kissing under the vibrant northern lights in a snowy landscape at night.

02/14/2025

What a perfect message on this month of love ❤️ We do love you like no otter 🦦 😉

02/11/2025

You know you love us. We know you love us. You know we know you love us. So, why not leave us a review? Our company thrives on positive reviews on Google, Yelp!, and TripAdvisor.

If you have a few moments, click through and leave us a review on one of the following sites:

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Image: A close-up image of an enthusiastic sled dog covered in snowflakes, with a sunny, snowy landscape in the background.

📷: Runaway Juno

02/10/2025

We hope you are having a great day just like Bill does whenever he's on a glacier! ❄️ 🏔️

Image: a man lying down on a glacier ice with arms open

02/08/2025

It's National Proposal Day, so in case you're looking for a way to ask your loved one to marry you while checking out the dancing aurora lights...We've got you! Here are a few suggestions:

🧡Will you make my heart dance like these lights forever?

🧡Just like these lights brighten up the night sky, my love for you illuminates my soul. Be my partner in this journey of life.

🧡As we stand under these lights, I dream of a future where every day is an adventure with you by my side.

🧡I want to hold your hand forever under the northern lights.

🧡These lights are like a canvas furnished by nature but you are the art that has colored my world. Will you be my forever?

😭 😭 😍 😍 Who could say no??? Read all about our pro tips on aurora proposal ➡️ https://bit.ly/42EN6hV

Image: Two people, one kneeling and the other standing, are outdoors under the northern lights. They are warmly dressed and appear to be in a moment of engagement, surrounded by a snowy landscape and a starry sky.

02/07/2025

Tok is famous for being the first large-ish Alaska community on the drive north through Canada via the famous Alaska Highway. It provides a junction where two of Alaska's major highways meet; the Alaska Highway and the Tok Cut-Off (which turns south towards Glennallen, Valdez, and Anchorage).

Have you been to Tok?

Image: A group of people standing next to parked vehicles under a starry night sky.

02/05/2025

When the aurora meets the Milky Way 🌌

📸 Jan 30, 2025 Fairbanks Northern Lights Tour

Image: a night sky of the Milky Way crossing the aurora borealis

02/03/2025

One question you might be wondering is: "What do I wear on the Winter Matanuska Glacier Tour?" We're happy to help!

You'll be spending time in our heated van and then out on the glacier itself. If you wear a few bulky items, you'll end up sweating while in the van, then freezing and clammy while hiking the glacier. So, we strongly recommend that you wear layers! That way, while in the van, you can remove heavier clothing to be comfortable.

Our suggestions for layering:
👕 thin thermal long-sleeve top and bottoms
👕 comfortable pants (fleece leggings, hiking pants, sweats)
👕 comfortable shirt (non-cotton is a must for winter)
👕 snow pants
👕 winter coat (waterproof or water-resistant preferred)
👕 gloves (the ones with touchscreen fingertips are amazing!)
👕 heavyweight socks
👕 hat/beanie/toque
👕 hard-soled walking shoes or hiking boots

Additional items to consider: a down vest and a scarf or neck gaiter. We'll provide the helmets and ice cleats!

Images: (1) Person wearing a red jacket and beige pants standing in a snowy crevice, smiling at the camera. (2) Person in winter gear sliding down an icy tunnel with a joyful expression. (3) A person wearing a bright orange jacket and blue patterned snow pants stands with a wooden pick axe, looking at the Matanuska Glacier. (4) Six people standing in front of a glacier, dressed in winter clothing.