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 15 Nov

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Starting at $345.45

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Fri 15 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)

512drwes

Jun 2019

This was the most fun, the most awe inspiring, and the most memorable excursion we did. I say it ranks as a must do at least once in your life excursion. I don’t think there was anyone in our group that wanted to leave, they all moaned when we had to leave the glacier. I’ll definitely do this again on my next trip to Alaska hopefully they will have an 8-hour excursion option.

Carol Y

Jun 2019

Joey and Spencer were the best! Spencer picked us up by the cruise ship and drove us to the area where we would get suited up in gear (waterproof pants & jacket, rainboots, helmet and a life jacket). We walked to the canoe and were off. There was a little bit of wind which made the paddling a bit challenging but we took frequent breaks. Along the way, we learned about some of the history of the area. Once we reached the glacier, we got clamp-ons for our boots and a walking stick. We walked up the trail to a few different viewpoints ON the glacier. It was gorgeous!!! We got a bottle of water and a few very healthy, delicious snacks in our waterproof bag, which was nice. The guys were very helpful and took plenty of pictures for us.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Thank you Carol. We are so happy you had an excellent time on the Mendenhall Lake and Glacier with Joey and Spencer. They are extremely knowledgeable, helpful and becoming better photographers everyday! If you have any great pictures, please feel free to share. Thank you.

dbarrett227

Jun 2019

This adventure was amazing. It exceeded our expectations! Ben and Abby were our guides. Both were very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. Hiking on the glacier is an amazing experience and the views breathtaking. I would highly recommend this tour and both our tour guides.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Thank you. Ben and Abby are extremely knowledgable about the Mendenhall Glacier, Juneau and Alaska in general. We are so happy that you enjoyed your trip as standing on a glacier is quite the experience. Thank you for the recommendation- it is highly appreciated.