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 hiking on a glacier.

City: Juneau

Fri 04 Oct

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Starting at $219.45

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Fri 04 Oct

Starting at $219.45

Make a reservation

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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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 HIKING ON A GLACIER.
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

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 (342)

707debrae

Aug 2022

This canoe tour was beyond breathtaking! Kevin is such a knowledgeable and funny guide for sure, but his genuine love and appreciation for the beauty and nature of Alaska was felt by us all. He kindly encouraged us to "take pictures with our eyes" when we stopped to admire the true amazement of glacier and waterfall. I'm so glad we did that. I'll never forget what I learned, what I saw and how I felt. This excursion is a must and I highly recommend it. Thank you again Kevin for sharing your knowledge and passion for Alaska...we took it with us!!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Kevins passion for this area is absolutely infectious! I am Glad he was able to show you an unforgettable time out ton the Mendenhall Lake! Thank you for the awesome review!

Jeff L

Aug 2022

Well organized, safe tour. Got super close to the glacier and waterfall. Guide Kelsie was fun and knowledgeable (except for the bad jokes😉). It does take some physical effort to get to the glacier but worth it!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Nothing makes you paddle faster than a bunch of corny jokes! Thank you for coming out on the water with us!

299randim

Aug 2022

Kevin was a great guide. Explained what we were seeing and then let us take in the beauty of the glacier and waterfall. It rained the whole trip. I didn’t realize that it was so rainy in August. Thanks Kevin

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Every day is a rainy day in Southeast Alaska! I hope our gear kept you warm and dry! Thank you for coming out on the water with us! We really appreciate the great review!