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

Tue 19 Nov

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Starting at $345.45

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Tue 19 Nov

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)

Mollylew33

Sep 2019

THIS IS A MUST-DO!! We did many amazing things on our trip to Alaska and everyone in my family agreed this was their favorite day. We did the Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure tour and it was the perfect mix of exhilarating adventure paired with the beauty of Alaska. Our guides Joey and Ben were WONDERFUL! They were very experienced, informative and engaged throughout the entire afternoon. I traveled with my family and they took the time to make sure each of us were comfortable each step of the way and went above and beyond to make sure we made the most out of our time. They provided everything we needed to have a great experience. This excursion was truly priceless!

Lisa B

Sep 2019

My husband and I had an amazing experience last week canoeing to the glacier. The guides were so informative and I could not even retain all of the incredible info they had about the glacier and its surrounding environment. We had great weather and we were prepared with gear that kept us dry and comfortable. I really felt like we got the full experience of the glacier while staying safe the whole time. This excursion is not for wimps and so if you don't like exercise or working to experience nature its not for you. We loved the good work-out but it was a little challenging for some of the old folks in the canoe. Would defiantly recommend this excursion if you are in Alaska!

Response from Host

Sep 2019

It is roughly around 2.5 miles to canoe out to the Mendenhall Glacier and everyone is required to paddle, so it is definitely a team effort.. We are so happy you felt safe and had an amazing experience. Thank you for the recommendation!

TravelGirl1513

Sep 2019

This was a great tour! Abby met us at the port and we had a short drive to the launch site. The paddle to the glacier took about an hour. The hike on the glacier was amazing and we were extremely fortunate to be able to go into a beautiful ice cave. Abby and Ben are fun, informative and experienced guides. I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

The Mendenhall Glacier is constantly changing, so any feature, including an ice cave is extremely lucky! We are so happy you enjoyed your time with us. Thank you.