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. Every tour is unique and space is limited, making this Juneau’s most exciting and sought-after adventure tour.

City: Juneau

Tue 15 Jul

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Starting at $359.00

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Tue 15 Jul

Starting at $359.00

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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
This tour DOES NOT provide access to walk on glacier ice

What To Expect

Mendenhall Glacier

Guests will spend 60 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 (1000)

Steven G

Jul 2022

This was most definitely one of the coolest things we have ever done. We like more physical excursions and this one did not disappoint. Our tour guides, Paul and Lena, did a fantastic job of guiding us through the canoeing to the glacier. With the rain and cold weather, it was a challenge but one we loved doing. Once we got to the base of the glacier, it just got better and better. The history of the glacier and its formation is amazing. Tasting part of the ice and hearing the glacier crack was so damn cool. The hike is moderately strenuous but not ridiculous. Once you canoe back to camp, some delicious cocoa, coffee and snacks are available. This excursion was the most expensive we've ever done but by far the most rewarding. If you're looking for a once in a lifetime experience, don't hesitate to book this.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Wow, very glad to hear you had such an awesome experience with Lena and Paul! Our tour is definitely a bit outside of your regular excursion but as you said, well worth it! Thank you for joining us and thank you for leaving a great review!

Penny0705

Jul 2022

What an awesome adventure tour for our small group of 8. Mike and Paul were the BEST! They were knowledgeable, funny, and great all around company. They followed all the safety protocols yet gave us the best access to the glaciers and the lake. We were given all the necessary gear including boots to keep our feet from getting wet. We paddles 6 miles RT and hiked 1.5 miles and we were able to get to the very edge of the glaciers for the most amazing views. We were blessed with a beautiful sunny day and we made it back to our cruise ship in plenty of time for some last minute shopping and eats. All in all this was a spectacular adventure and we highly recommend this.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Sounds like the perfect day in Juneau! Glad you appreciated our gear, we pride ourselves in keeping guests warm and dry! Thank you for coming out to the ice with us!

Z6050IFjl

Jul 2022

Fantastic trip, guides Paul and Mike were outstanding. They provided full rain gear, rubber boots and dry bags. Canoe travel was very scenic and quiet. We even got to take a special detour to the waterfall, very nice. We had very good weather, minimal wind, and the sun came out later. There is a fair amount of paddling and uneven surface hiking so be advised. Guides will tell a sad tale... the glacier is shrinking at an alarming rate, very sad to see it like this, but glad we came before the entire face disappears. Highly recommended.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

We appreciate the review! Glad you had a great time and were able to see the glacier before it disappears!