Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour

Overview

Experience the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness on this 3.5-4 hour adventure to the Mendenhall Glacier. This adventure starts off at the cruise ship docks as an expert guide will transfer the guaranteed, small group on a narrated 30 minute journey to the West Glacier boat launch in the Tongass National Forest. Guests gear up in top quality waterproof gear and after a quick paddle lesson, will launch the canoe onto the Mendenhall Lake to start the journey. Surrounded by steep cliffs filled with Arctic terns, mountain goats, porcupines, and other wildlife; enjoy the serenity of this adventure deep into Alaska. Feel the cool brisk air coming off the glacier as the guide safely navigates the canoe to the best viewpoints of the blue crevasses and seracs on the toe of the Mendenhall Glacier. Be one of the few to step away from the crowds and get face to face with glacier. This Tour is canoeing only and DOES NOT INCLUDE a hike.

City: Juneau

Fri 18 Apr

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Starting at $239.00

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Fri 18 Apr

Starting at $239.00

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What's Included

Rain Jacket, Pants, Boots, Gloves

Bottled water, snacks, and hot beverage

Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship docks in downtown Juneau

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
Pregnant guests will not be allowed on this tour
Full use of limbs for up to 2 hours canoe paddling
Signed liability waiver
Views of particular glacier features are not guaranteed
IMPORTANT NOTICE: THIS TOUR IS CANOE ONLY AND DOES NOT INCLUDE A HIKE

What To Expect

Liquid Alaska Tours

Liquid Alaska Tours pick up guests at the cruise ship docks and their experience starts right there. This is a 4 hour all inclusive tour, including 2 hours paddling around the Mendenhall Lake to see the Mendenhall Glacier and experience the wild of Alaska in the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States.

Mendenhall Glacier

Guests will get up close and personal with the Mendenhall Glacier as they canoe up to the face of the glacier and experience it from a canoe on Mendenhall Lake.

Tongass National Forest

Our entire tour takes place in Tongass National Forest. We bring guests out to the Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area to the West Side Glacier Parking area. This is where our tour gears up, goes over safety and paddling instructions and starts our paddle to the Mendenhall Glacier- all located in the Tongass National Forest.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

Dominique_W

Dec 2024

This was a good trip taking us right up to the glacier. Likely to be last year where it meets the water and then it will become a hanging glacier. The canoe experience was good fun although tiring as lots of rowing as a team. All Outerwear provided. Our guides were lovely.

Response from Host

Dec 2024

The hard work pays off when you're met with the wonderful views of Mendenhall Glacier up close. Thank you for joining us on your trip and for the great review!

barbaramL7208II

Nov 2024

Shayla and Ryley were excellent, knowledgeable, bright and spontaneous. This was my first canoe trip and it was truly memorable.

Response from Host

Dec 2024

Shayla and Ryley worked hard to become two of the best guides in Juneau. A trip with them is definitely one to remember. Thank you for the review!

Lila2007

Nov 2024

So glad I booked directly with Liquid Alaska Tours. Devin and team were waiting for us at the specified time in the specified spot after we arrived in Juneau. The ride was easy and informative to the lake. I liked that it was a smaller group. I felt very safe and educated touring the lake with Devin. We paddled there and back and it was a gorgeous day. Well worth the time and money. Also glad I'm in good shape as we kept an even pace paddling. Alaska Tours thought of everything: the outfits (tops and bottoms to keep you dry), water safety vests, boots for all, dry sack for snacks (they provided the snacks) and your wallet, and even gloves that kept me warm and dry. Then when we came back we had hot cocoa waiting for us. I was impressed. It was a great way to see the infamous Medenhall Glacier up close, and we were thoroughly entertained by Devin.

Response from Host

Dec 2024

Thank you for the glowing review! Devyn worked very hard this summer to be one of Juneau's finest. We strive to provide the best guest experience in Juneau and we're thrilled to hear we could live up to that expectation. See you next time!