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)

Sam N

Jul 2018

We had so much fun doing this tour!! At first the website looked exciting but we were not prepared for how much fun it was going to be. You row to the glacier and then put crampons on and hike to different parts of the glacier. What the website did not capture was how much synergy and fun our tour guides were! We had Mo and Ryan, and they were soooo hilarious! They made the rowing there and back so much shorter, they cracked jokes, they were knowledgeable, and most of all, they were passionate! Definitely ask for both of them as they work so well together! We were able to drink glacier water (note: bring empty water bottles so you can fill up) and see amazing blues throughout. It's crazy to think that the glacier was much bigger in the past. On our way rowing in we saw an epic battle between Arctic Ferns and a bald eagle trying to steal eggs. It was a scene straight out of planet earth! The gear they provide you with is warm and effective, we did not get wet at all. I wish we had more time on the glacier, and it's unfortunate we spend quite a bit of time rowing there, but the cost was definitely worth it and if we are in Juneau we will do it again (hopefully there will be ice caves to visit next time!). Ryan, you're the best singer in Juneau ;)

aronning75

Jul 2018

My husband rated this one of his top ten favorite activities of his life! Guides were awesome and the views are unbelievable.

Response from Host

Jul 2018

This is one of the highest compliments you can ever give a company. Thank you very much. We are so happy that you will never forget your experience in ALASKA with us. All smiles to you and your husband!

GoddessVenus48

Jul 2018

This was our favorite tour and for good reason. There is nothing like being on the Mendenhall glacier. It is gorgeous and awe-inspiring. The tour was made even better by Alli and Ryan, our well informed and experienced tour guides. We went at the beginning of July, and the weather was beautiful. The canoe ride on the lake was refreshing after being on a cruise ship for several days. It does require constant pacing, so some people who were not used to long periods of strenuous exercise couldn't hack it, but luckily the rest of us picked up the slack. The crampons used were surprisingly sturdy, and we felt comfortable traversing the glacier even at steep inclines. Must do for those who love the outdoors, but definitely recommended for those in shape.