Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour

Overview

Explore Mendenhall Glacier on this exclusive adventure tour into the Alaskan Wilderness. Your expert guides will lead you on a journey across Mendenhall Lake where you will paddle together with a small group past icebergs, giant waterfalls, and wildlife. On your way to the ice, you will be surrounded by breathtaking scenery of mountain peaks nestled in the Tongass National Forest. Upon landing the canoe at a remote beach site, your guides will safely lead you on an interpretive hike around the rocky surfaces located directly in front of the glacier. Here you will discover the magnificent ice features up close. Views of specific glacial features like Ice Caves and Moulins cannot be guaranteed due to the nature of the constantly moving ice. Every tour is unique and space is limited, making this Juneau’s most exciting and sought-after adventure tour.

City: Juneau

Fri 27 Dec

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Starting at $345.45

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Fri 27 Dec

Starting at $345.45

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Transportation from downtown Juneau

Bottled water, snacks, and hot beverage

Life Vest / Helmet / Trekking Pole

Expert Wilderness Guides

Rain Jacket & Pants / Waterproof Boots

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Minimum age 12 years old
Minimum weight: 90lbs
Maximum wight: 240lbs
Not recommended for guests with back or hip problems
Full use of limbs for up to 2 hours canoe paddling and 1.5 hours of trekking
Ability to hike over steep uneven terrain for approximately 1-2 miles
Signed liability waiver
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent flooding and glacial ice erosion, this tour no longer provides access to WALK ON GLACIER ICE
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Mendenhall Glacier

Guests will spend 60-90 minutes hiking around the rocky moraine and exploring near the Mendenhall Glacier.

Tongass National Forest

The entire Mendenhall Glacier ICE Adventure Tour operates in the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (682)

Paul B

Aug 2022

Bryce and Kelsie made this the most amazing and exciting adventure tour I have ever been on. As we canoed 2.5 miles through the typical Juneau rain, their charm and personalities kept all of us engaged throughout. When we landed on the Mendihall Glacier, the unbelievable adventure continued. Hiking to reach and touch this magnificent Glacier was spectacular, crossing over uneven terrain of granite and quartz rocks and crossing through streams and what looked like rivers from the rush of water coming down the mountain side due to the heavy rain. Bryce and Kelsie were just unbelievable, very knowledgeable and fun. This is a Must adventure.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Wow, what a great review! That is awesome to hear you enjoyed your rainy day with Bryce and Kels! Thank you for coming out to the ice with us, and again, we really appreciate the detailed review!

Bradley S

Aug 2022

Amazing, unbelievable trip. Once in a lifetime experience paddling out across Mendenhall Lake to the glacier, and then hiking right up to the ice. The scenery was breathtaking, almost otherworldly, and every turn showed us something new. This has to be one of the best ways to experience Alaska up close. And possibly the only thing better than the surroundings were our guides, Bryce and Kelsie. They were equal parts funny and knowledgeable, and they completely made the trip the great experience it was. If you are in Juneau, this is not to be missed!

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Sounds like you had an awesome trip with Bryce and Kels! This tour definitely gives you a chance to experience all that Alaska has to offer! Glad you enjoyed your day in Juneau!

JeroenO910

Aug 2022

We had a great day with Kelsie and Bryce. They helped with every step of the process, from pickup to drop-off. They made sure that everyone was comfortable, shared information about what we were seeing, and helped us all take great pictures. The only bummer is how fast that glacier is retreating.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

It is indeed very sad to see how fast the glacier is melting, at least you were able to make it out to the ice with us before its gone! Thank you for taking the time to leave a great review!