Mendenhall Glacier Express Tour

Overview

Discover the breathtaking Mendenhall Glacier with the Glacier “Blue Bus” Express, direct and scenic transportation from the cruise ship terminal in downtown Juneau. Ideal for travelers looking to explore on their own, this immersive experience provides the perfect blend of convenience and adventure. You will enjoy captivating commentary and scenery on your way to the Mendenhall Glacier that brings to life the rich history and vibrant culture of the region.

Arriving at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center, you’ll have two hours to explore this stunning natural wonder. Here you can choose to wander trails, photograph the glacier from the distance, or explore the Visitor’s Center. With various walking trails available, visitors of all fitness levels can enjoy spectacular views of the glacier, Mendenhall Lake, and the untouched wilderness. Entry to the Visitor’s Center is included where you can enjoy interactive exhibits and educational presentations.

City: Juneau

Tue 13 May

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Starting at $83.00

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Tue 13 May

Starting at $83.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Driver/Guide during the Bus Tour

Narrated Roundtrip Transportation

Air-conditioned vehicle

Park Entrance Fees

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Your time at the Glacier is for you to explore on your own and is self-guided for 2 hours.

What To Expect

Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center

OPTIONAL. You will have a total of 2 hours at the Glacier to explore on your own. Entry fees to the Visitor’s Center are included in the price of your ticket where you can enjoy interactive exhibits and educational presentations that offer a deeper understanding of the glacier’s geological significance and the surrounding ecosystem.

Mendenhall Glacier

OPTIONAL. You will have a total of 2 hours at the Glacier to explore on your own. Here you can choose to wander trails, photograph the glacier from the distance, or explore the Visitor’s Center. With various walking trails available, visitors of all fitness levels can enjoy spectacular views of the glacier, Mendenhall Lake, and the untouched wilderness.

Nugget Falls

OPTIONAL. You will have a total of 2 hours at the Glacier to explore on your own. You can see Nugget Falls from the parking lot and Visitor's Center, but IF you choose to hike to Nugget Falls, it takes 45-60 minutes roundtrip to hike. If you are planning on hiking to the falls, please do this first to ensure you do not miss your return bus departure.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (15)

PaulU561

Sep 2024

There is a lot of rain in this area and unfortunately we were there for one of the rainy days. However, the trip itself was fine. They take you by bus to the entrance and basically leave you to explore by yourself before picking you up again two hours later. The bus driver gives you some information on the way up about what to see. We had Kenny who was full of jokes. Once there we walked about 20 minutes to see the Nugget Falls and took photos of the glacier and the lake. It was a bit cold and wet so we were back at the visitor centre after about an hour where there is more information and a souvenir shop. The information film was not being shown when we were there. Overall this trip is worth doing and not too expensive.

Fetilca_R

Aug 2024

Great tour, funny driver with loads of bad dad jokes lol. Bus was clean, safe and on time. Driver also shared information of the area and pointed us all in the right directions to make our day more enjoyable.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Thank you for taking the time to send in a review. We love sharing our beautiful city with our guests and glad that you had an enjoyable time! I believe that Kenny was your guide, I'll pass along your compliments.

Celeste_D

Aug 2024

Amazing scenery. The glacier was magnificent. Our bus driver was very knowledgeable and funny. We learned a lot on the bus ride.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Thank you for taking the time to send in a review. I believe that Archie was your guide, I'll pass along your compliment. Thank you!