SUMMER ACTIVITIES

FREE DAILY 2PM & 4PM GEOTHERMAL RENEWABLE ENERGY TOURS

In addition to our relaxing hot springs, we offer free daily geothermal renewable energy tours for guests to learn more about our energy saving projects. Simply check-in at the Activity Center by 1:45 PM and 3:45 PM to sign up for the one hour tour.

NATURAL HOT SPRINGS, FAMILY POOL, AND HOT TUBS

Chena Hot Springs Natural Outdoor Adult (ages 18+) Rock Lake and hot tub, Indoor family swimming pool and hot tubs. Open daily from 7am to midnight.

Adult Swim Pass $10 (ages 18+)

Senior $8 (ages 62+)

Youth Swim Pass (ages 6-17) $7

Children age 5 & under free with paying adult

Family Swim Pass $60 (10 Swims-Alaska Residents Only) Not available to groups.

Natural Outdoor Adult Rock Lake is only available to persons ages 18 and over.

AURORA ICE MUSEUM TOURS

Chena Hot Springs Resort is home to the world’s largest year-round ice museum in the world, the Aurora Ice Museum! It was completed in January 2005 and stays a cool 20 degrees Fahrenheit inside year round. Keeping the museum icy cold in the heat of summer comes from the patented absorption chiller, the first of its kind in the world used for this purpose!

Daily tours are offered at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm 7pm & *9pm. *9pm tour subject to availability.

Please purchase tour tickets at the Activity Center Desk at least 15 minutes prior to start of tour.

Tour Prices:

Adult (ages 13+) $15,

Youth (ages 6-12) $7.50,

Children 5 & under free with paying adult.

"Appletini" Beverage served in ice glass - Ages 21+ $15 - Must be purchased in addition to ice museum tour

DOG CART RIDES

 

The Chena Sled Dog Kennel operates year round offering guests a truly Alaskan adventure during any season. Throughout the sunny, snowless, summer months, guests get to experience the traditional winter Alaskan sport of dog mushing. Guests get to witness a team of working Alaskan Huskies hooked up in the same fashion as is done in the winter time; however, in place of the snow sled, a custom build wheeled cart is used!

Price: $60 per person

DOG KENNEL TOURS

  The Chena Sled Dog Kennel tour is your chance to chat with an experienced musher. Your guide will teach you about the sport, sharing knowledge and answering any questions you may have. You will be introduced to some amazing Alaskan Huskies, learn about this fascinating breed, and tour a working mushing kennel of over 50 dogs. The educational visitor center is a great place to warm up in the cool winter months, or to get a break from the sun during the sunny summer months. You will walk away from this tour with an abundance of dog mushing knowledge.

Price: Adults $20 Youth (ages 6-12 years) $10

5 & under free with paying adult

FLIGHTSEEING 

 

Flightseeing 200+ per person - four person minimum

Flightseeing around the Resort offered at $200 per hour/per person

All flights require a FOUR passenger minimum

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Relax! Rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit with Massage Therapy. Benefits include increased range of motion and circulation, decreased stress and pain relief. 

Appointments can be made Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10:00am to 8:00pm at the Chena Hot Springs Pool Desk. Please call (907) 451-8104 x 4 to book your appointment.

Swedish Massage

A light flowing massage that reduces pain and joint stiffness by increasing circulation. A great way to relax and de-stress!

Reflexology

A type of massage based on the principle that there are relflexes in the hands and feet that relate to every organ, gland, and system of the body.

Cranial/Sacral Therapy

A series of light tough techniques to the cranium to maximize the flow of spinal fluid. Used for relaxation, stress relief, and to alleviate headaches.

Deep Tissue Massage

This type of massage uses harder strokes to alleviate pain and tension.

Prenatal Massage

Get off your feet and get a massage while you're  pregnant! Side lying position available.

ATV TOURS

Take to the trail on a 4 wheeler. Make sure you see the best of Chena Hot Springs Resort.

Guided ATV Tours - Age 16+

1/2hr $50

1hr $115

 

BIKE RENTALS

Take to the trails on two wheels! Enjoy the beautiful environment of Chena Hot Resort as you ride the improved trails.

4hr rental $12

8hr rental $20

HORSEBACK TOURS

There is no better way to view the beauty of our peaceful and scenic trails at Chena Hot Springs Resort than on horseback. Our well trained and quiet natured horses will delight everyone from the first time rider, to the well seasoned horseman. Half hour and hour rides available. Close toed shoes required. Riders must be over 4 feet tall, and less than 300 pounds to ride. Children ages 7 – 14 with an adult attending the ride.

Half hour rides: $50

Hour rides: $80

KID'S HORSEBACK RIDES

This is the perfect first time horseback ride for our younger guests. Your child will be led around a 15 minute trail on one of our gentle, quiet horses. You have the option to follow along and take photos, or to enjoy your 15 minutes of peace!

Price: $20

GUIDED RAFTING

Take a trip down the Little Chena and experience the waters. Nature lovers will enjoy this too as you might possibly see Moose, Beaver, Bald Eagles and occasionally Bears.

Rafting trips are usually 3-4hrs long.

Ratfing Trip Ages 14+ $80

Under 13 not allowed, ages 14-17 must be accompanied by paying adult

HIKING

Enjoy one of the many scenic nature trails at Chena Hot Springs Resort. Visit the Activity Center for details..