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 08 Nov

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Starting at $345.45

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Fri 08 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)

Whitney L

Jul 2018

This was just an absolutely amazing day!! Canoeing in the giant canoe with everyone helping made it not nearly as strenuous as I expected, and hiking on the ice glaciers and getting to go inside an ice cave made it all a million percent worth it! Mostly, Casey and Andrew were absolutely amazing tour guides. They had lots of great info, were fun and engaging, and made us feel very safe while also letting us really explore the ice glacier like we wanted! Everyone HAS to do this tour!

rchambers90

Jul 2018

Wow what a tour Matt & Ryan were brilliant guides, both very knowledgeable, friendly, good fun whilst ensuring the groups safety. They are both very passionate about nature and the surrounding area and the enthusiam is infectious. The tour itself from being collected at the harbour to return was very well organised and in my opion value for money. Most tours only give you a sighting of the awesome glacier. On this tour you paddle a canoe across the lake, fit crampons and explore the glacier in a group which is what makes it special. To be that close to a wonder of nature is an unforgettable experienece. Thanks guys. Nb: Ryan hope the car is fixed and you still entertiaing with the songs on the paddle! Richard & Mandy

Response from Host

Jul 2018

Brilliant, knowledgeable, friendly, fun, safe, passionate, enthusiastic, special, and unforgettable! Literally thank you for the kind words. We are so happy to hear you had such an amazing time, it is truly an adventure. p.s. Ryan's car is still a bit "sick", but getting checked out today :) and don't worry, he will never stop singing!! :)

Heather M

Jul 2018

We absolutely loved our time on the glacier. This is one excursion that is definitely worth the money. You can't appreciate a glacier until you have walked on it and seen the incredible blue ice and water inside of it. We were lucky enough to be able to walk in an ice cave, which was awesome! Mo and Andrew were great guides that kept us safe and sound! I would highly recommend this trip. (One tip: wear gloves)

Response from Host

Jul 2018

Thank you. The blue ice is SO incredible!! We literally cannot get enough of it. We pride ourselves in our safety and are so happy to hear that Mo and Andrew gave you that comfort. We offer paddling gloves for the canoe ride along with hot hands for that extra added warmth on the glacier, but bringing gloves for that extra comfort is a great tip! Thank You.