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

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $345.45

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $345.45

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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)

debraloves2travel

Jun 2019

We met Abby at the dock, she checked us in and when everyone showed up we headed out on the 30 min ride to Mendenhall Lake. Abby was very informative on the ride, showing us points of interest and native animals in the area. Once we arrived we met our second guide Micah and he got us set up with our waterproof gear, pants, jackets, boots, helmets, paddle, drybag, and life vest. Once we were all geared up we headed out to the lake. We were fortunate enough to have 14 folks 16 with our guides to take out the 37ft canoe - it was an experience not soon to be forgotten. They loaded us up and we rowed to the glacier. They gave us a few breaks on the way out to regroup and to enjoy the gorgeous scenery around us and to take pictures along the way. Once we made it to the glacier shore we had a snack (water, protein bar, and gummies)we put on our hiking gear - helmets and walking sticks and hiked up to the glacier. We then put on our crampons as one of the guides walked around to check the stability of the glacier prior to us walking on it. We had a brief safety class about walking with Crampons and we were off - on Mendenhall Glacier - it was amazing. Once done, we hiked, rowed, and then were able to enjoy Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Tea and a snack as we returned all of our gear. Then we were taken back to the drop off point. It was nothing short of Amazing!!! If you are ever in Juneau I highly recommend this tour.

russhorr

Jun 2019

Great trip - I highly recommend. Well organized and perfectly planned. Guides Grant and Ryan were awesome!

Response from Host

Jun 2019

It is amazing what memories may be made in 5.5 hours! Thank you for the review and the recommendation!

Andrea_w

Jun 2019

Our guides Kyle and Casey were outstanding. Very fun and knowledgeable all while making sure we were all safe. Excellent excursion

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Thank you! We are so happy you enjoyed our tour along with our guides. Everyday is different, come and visit us again!