Premier Whale Watch and Mendenhall Glacier Combo in Juneau booking from $160.00

Premier Whale Watch and Mendenhall Glacier Combo

Overview

Join us for Whale Watching in our cool Alaskan waters and then view one of 38 glaciers from the Juneau Ice Fields - the spectacular Mendenhall Glacier. We guide you on a 2 hour whale watching tour, spotting Humpback whales and other wildlife. Then off to the Mendenhall Glacier to spend some time hiking, watching fish spawn at Steep Creek or enjoy an outstanding view from the Visitor Center. If you are in Juneau all day - you can take advantage of our flexible Glacier Shuttle to get back to town. If you arrive in the afternoon expect to get 90 minutes at the park. But don't worry! That is the perfect amount of time to walk to nugget falls and take in the displays at the visitor center.

City: Juneau

Thu 07 Nov

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What's Included

Informative professional driver guide during transfers

Heated cabin with wide viewing windows, spacious decks for whale watching, and bathrooms on board

Water and a light snack aboard the whale boat

Flexible shuttle return from glacier to downtown Juneau port

2-hour whale watching tour on 24-passenger jet boat or 49-passenger catamaran

Round-trip transportation between port and boat harbor

Naturalist on whale tour

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour time is a check-in time; departure is within 15 to 30 minutes.
The meeting place is under the cables in front of the Mt. Roberts Tramway.
All ports or docks are within 10 minutes walking distances, except one - the A Dock - which provides a “Downtown” shuttle to the Mt. Roberts Tramway.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the name of their ship
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
No food is allowed at the Mendenhall Glacier.
Tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately in layers and for the likely chance of rain. It is recommended that you wear warm layered clothing, a waterproof jacket and comfortable slip-proof shoes
Always check with us regarding the shuttle schedule if you want to spend more than 1.5 hours at the Glacier park

What To Expect

Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway

This is our meeting point. We chose it because it is easy to spot from everywhere. We meet under the cables of the aerial gondola.

Inside Passage

We will drive you via bus out to Auke Bay Harbor, where you board our custom whale watching boats

Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center

We drive you via bus to this beautiful park. Time spent here depends on the time of day you arrive. Refer to your tour guide for the most accurate information.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (435)

Marcy U

Jul 2018

We were lucky to have great weather for our whale watching and glacier tours. The boat crew, headed by Capt. Brenden, with assiststance from, Jon and Lukas, were engaging and fun, while also serious about safety. They were knowledgeable about marine life, and how to find it. They identified whales by their ”tail fingerprint,” and told us just when a whale was going to dive so we could get good photos. The boat had two levels, which served our small group of 42 or 44 very well. The promised snacks and water were minimal. The Captain took us to a nearby cove where what seemed like hundreds of sea lions were resting on the shore, and snores and barks filled the air. The trip to the Mendenhall Glacier was equally enjoyable. We had time to walk the trail to the roaring waterfall next to the glacier, which was about a mile from the Visitor Center. The whole excursion seemed expensive when I booked it, but the experience turned out to be worth the cost.

Meredith H

Jul 2018

You will see whales coming out of the water and flipping their tales. Hardly breathtaking like in the movies. Best part is being out on the water. And the staff are extremely helpful. They ask for tips which makes me concerned about their pay, especially given the high cost of the boat.

CarolinaTravelers2

Jul 2018

We booked this activity for our family of nine and hoped for good weather, whale sightings, and a pleasant experience. The tour exceeded expectations. The bus driver who took us to the dock narrated the route—including pointing out areas where we could see bald eagles teaching their young to fish. There were about 20-22 of us on the boat, two to a seat, with viewing decks in front and back. As we made our way out to the places to see whales, we were given lots of information about whales and the area. When a whale was spotted, the boat slowed and we moved out to the front or back deck with our cameras. We were always given plenty of time to observe each whale (from a distance). The scenery—mountains, glaciers, islands—is gorgeous, and we had a beautiful, sunny day. When our allotted time was over, the boat turned back, and we experienced an exhilarating ride to the dock. Our crew of two was fantastic. Next we continued our excursion by boarding the bus to Mendenhall Glacier. At this glacier we were dropped off with an overview including when and where to catch the bus back to town (at half hour intervals). A visitors’ center (with a video and exhibits), several viewing areas, and trails provides a variety of vantage points and activities. We listened to several short, interesting ranger talks, one inside and one at a viewpoint. We liked the flexibility of deciding how long to stay at the glacier. On the way back, the bus driver dropped us near a restaurant we had asked about. We recommend the combined whale watching and Mendenhall Glacier trip: the dock and the road to the glacier are both a little way out of town, and combining the two destinations saves time in going back and forth. No food is allowed or sold at the glacier. Take a snack to eat before entering the glacier park.

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