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. You get 1.5 hours 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

Fri 16 May

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Starting at $199.00

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Fri 16 May

Starting at $199.00

Make a reservation

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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

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

Bus transportation and entrance fees to park

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

What To Expect

Goldbelt Tram

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.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (673)

Gogirl25

Aug 2023

We booked this tour separately from our cruise. It wasn't difficult to find the operator and get on the bus. It was a bit confusing when we got to the dock as they weren't sure who was going on each boat but it was sorted quickly. Minutes later we were on the boat heading out to see whales. It didn't take long before we could see the whales. Unlike some of the photos, I think there was only one breaching (I didn't see it) and the rest were fin flips and water out of the spouts. Still amazing to see for someone who has never experienced it. Fun facts about whales were provided by the crew. After whale watching our driver drove us to the Glacier. It was explained to us that while we originally booked a tour that allowed for more time at the Glacier, this was no longer the case. Not the fault of the operator but due to so many people coming to view the Glacier. We had to really hoof it to see the Glacier and Nugget Falls. No time to go to the Observation building. We came close to seeing a bear but he didn't cooperate. The driver did make a small stop on the way back to the cruise dock to get picture of whale fountain in Overstreet Park. The driver was a bit of a character but interesting to listen to. Overall good experience.

Neal_R

Aug 2023

Watching the pods bubble feed multiple times next to our boat. That was amazing! What an experience!

Yasmeen_G

Aug 2023

Dani. Addie and Jimmy were awesome. We saw many whales. Monica was very helpful in coordinating our trip to the Mendenhall Glacier. Would highly recommend this tour. We were able to spend more time at the Glacier.