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

Mon 23 Sep

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Starting at $219.45

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Mon 23 Sep

Starting at $219.45

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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)

nomadic_nil

Jun 2021

We had a fun time with Andrew and Casey. It was our first canoe experience. It was a bit precarious at first, but after a while, it was fun. We spent more than an hour on the glacier. Beautiful views and lots of photo opportunities. One thing I will say, though - if you are short on time, I suggest taking the Helicopter glacier trek instead. Helicopters land further up on the glacier. Views are much better, and it is less crowded.

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Thank you for your review, as we are always looking to improve! Helicopters do indeed land further up on the glacier, however our company focussed on eco-friendly human powered activities that allow us to get up close to the active terminus of the glacier. We are sorry to hear that you felt parts of the experience were precarious, as Safety is our #1 priority. We kindly request you contact us to provide more detailed feedback. 1-800-892-5504 or [email protected]

Tedi M

Jun 2021

The water was like glass and we had a small group of seven to paddle. Casey had picked us up promptly at our designated spot. Our adventure began as a Lake Canoe Tour, evolved into a Glacier Trek, and was punctuated by spotting a bear as we left Mendenhall Glacier. Ryan and Casey were exceptional Guides. They were thoroughly organized providing us with necessary gear. The weather was absolutely perfect! One of the very best days of our trip! Many thanks for Liquid Alaska Tours.

Response from Host

Jun 2021

You're very welcome and it was true luck to have perfect weather AND to see a bear! We hope your next visit to Juneau is equally as amazing!

ph8900

Jun 2021

We had a wonderful day (by Juneau standards) with a light drizzle. The day started off meeting Casey at the cruise terminal where a shuttle brought us to a parking lot where the rest of the group joined and we got fitted for our gear (raincoat/pants/gloves/rainboots, helmet, life vest, a dry bag with snacks and a bottle of water). We took a canoe out to Mendenhall Glacier and it wasn't a hard row out to the glacier. There, we helped hoist the canoe out of the water, got fitted with microspikes, and then started walking on the glacier! We got to see beautiful crevasses and try some glacial ice. Felt safe the entire time. It wasn't difficult at all and we had a great time! Thanks Ryan, Andrew, and Casey!

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Thank you for joining us! We love our liquid sunshine in Southeast Alaska, almost as much as showing off the amazing Mendenhall Glacier.