J
Great tour
Great tour with lots of facts about reindeer! The tour guide was excellent and I definitely recommend.
Reindeer Meet and Greet
At a glance
- Duration
- 30 min
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Fairbanks, United States
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 22 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Basecamp Adventures
- Meeting point
- It takes one hour to reach Basecamp from Fairbanks! Make sure to leave with plenty of time, we do not offer refunds for lateness!Please note this tour requires self drive to our property. We recommend a mid-size vehicle with 4WD and that you have winter driving experience
Description
Reindeer are a truly remarkable part of Alaska's history. During this experience travelers can learn more about these gentle creatures through quality time by being able to feed them, pet them, and enjoy being immersed within the small herd while being surrounded within the boreal forest, a unique experience.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 4
- Adult (ages 3–90)
- $40
In demand: 36 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
Lunch
Private transportation
Traveller Ratings
4.3
22 reviews
How it compares in Fairbanks
- Starting price $40 is 74% below the typical $155 for tours of similar length in Fairbanks
Excurgo comparison of 165 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Reindeer Meet and Greet take?
Reindeer Meet and Greet lasts about 30 min.
How much does Reindeer Meet and Greet cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this Fairbanks experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Reindeer Meet and Greet run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 2:30 PM.
Does Reindeer Meet and Greet sell out?
It can: 36 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Reindeer Meet and Greet for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is It takes one hour to reach Basecamp from Fairbanks! Make sure to leave with plenty of time, we do not offer refunds for lateness! Please note this tour requires self drive to our property. We recommend a mid-size vehicle with 4WD and that you have winter driving experience. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Reindeer Meet and Greet offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Reindeer Meet and Greet worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 22 verified reviews; it is run by Basecamp Adventures.
Reviews(22)
A
Between antlers!
A good opportunity to learn more about nature firsthand with excellent professionals. You have to consider travel time on your own, but it is worth it once you are in these places.
E
It was an awesome...
It was an awesome experience and Jordan was very knowledgeable. You will feed the deers. I love Rory
K
We had a great time! Much...
We had a great time! Much enjoyed being able to chat with our friendly guide Evelyn, who shared a lot of insight and fun facts about the job and what goes into taking care of their beloved reindeer :)
C
Beautiful day with Reindeer
The reindeer are so soft and the guide was knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. We took a short walk to the reindeer pens. We fed the reindeer. We posed with the reindeer while someone else in the group would take your picture. Not sure what I was expecting…. we drove quite a ways to spend 30 minutes with the reindeer while someone. The directions could have been better.
C
Up close with the reindeer
This was a fun little excursion about an hour outside of Fairbanks. You’ll spend 30 minutes at the pens with the reindeer feeding them. They host small groups for ample opportunity to interact. The staff is knowledgeable and very friendly. The base camp is amazing you can do multiple excursions there so if you are interested in other activities you may want to bundle them all in one location. There is also a cafe on sight.
I
It was a great time.
He explained it in great detail, and I got to touch a lot of reindeer. I was grateful that everyone was kind to my children. This time it was just an activity, but if you can get a reservation, I think it is a place where you can enjoy staying. You should drive carefully in winter. Wi-Fi is available when you get there, but there is no signal on the way.
K
We Love Animals ❤️
We traveled from Pennsylvania to Alaska. The Reindeer Meet and Greet was a great experience. My daughters (4 and 18) lived every moment!
H
Fun, but Limited
We had fed reindeer in Norway, and this did not compare. If it's all you will ever do with reindeer, though, don't miss it! You are taught about reindeer as you pet and feed the four they have, there, in three pens. One didn't want to relate to us, so that left three. One we couldn't get in the pen with, so we could only really relate to two. It was fun to feed them, and I did learn even more about reindeer. The Basecamp Adventure people mixed this with a dinner and the dog sledding, calling it a "half-day" experience. It was really a three hour experience spread over six hours, with a lot of waiting.
S
A cute reindeer retreat...
A cute reindeer retreat where you are able to pet, feed and take photos with the reindeer they have out. The three reindeer we got to meet were friendly and very cute. Our guide was sweet and informative. Just a short walk from the base camp where you are able to go back to and have yourself a warm drink and enjoy the beautiful view.
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