Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour

5.0 (1,493 Viator reviews) 5 hrs Juneau area

Interpretive Guides explain the geology of the wilderness
Getting a close up view of the Mendenhall Glacier Face
Exploring the glacier terminus
Trekking on the rocky moraine to the glacier
Safety is the top priority of our professional guides.

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About this activity

Explore Mendenhall Glacier on this exclusive adventure tour into the Alaskan Wilderness. Your expert guides will lead you on a journey across Mendenhall Lake where you will paddle together with a small group past icebergs, giant waterfalls, and wildlife. On your way to the ice, you will be surrounded by breathtaking scenery of mountain peaks nestled in the Tongass National Forest. Upon landing the canoe at a remote beach site, your guides will safely lead you on an interpretive hike around the rocky surfaces located directly in front of the glacier. Every tour is unique and space is limited, making this Juneau’s most exciting and sought-after adventure tour.

Itinerary

  1. Mendenhall Glacier · 60 min

    Guests will spend 60 minutes hiking around the rocky moraine and exploring near the Mendenhall Glacier.

  2. Tongass National Forest · 240 min

    The entire Mendenhall Glacier ICE Adventure Tour operates in the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States.

What's included

  • Transportation from downtown Juneau
  • Bottled water, snacks, and hot beverage
  • Life Vest / Helmet / Trekking Pole
  • Expert Wilderness Guides
  • Rain Jacket & Pants / Waterproof Boots

Not included

  • Gratuities for your guides
  • Photos (feel free to bring a camera)
  • Warm layers (beanie, wool socks, gloves and non-cotton layers are recommended)

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meet your tour guide outside of the red GoldBelt Tram Tramway building. They will be holding a blue sign with your tour name. ***ALL NCL ENCORE AND NCL BLISS GUESTS*** Meet your guide in front of your ship on the AJ dock. They will be holding a blue sign with your tour name.***

End point: Meet your tour guide outside of the red GoldBelt Tram Tramway building. They will be holding a blue sign with your tour name. ***ALL NCL ENCORE AND NCL BLISS GUESTS*** Meet your guide in front of your ship on the AJ dock. They will be holding a blue sign with your tour name.***

Good to know

  • 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 weight: 240lbs
  • This tour DOES NOT provide access to walk on glacier ice
  • Full use of limbs for up to 2 hours canoe paddling and 1.5 hours of trekking
  • Ability to hike over steep uneven terrain for approximately 1-2 miles
  • Signed liability waiver
  • Not recommended for guests with back or hip problems

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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