Juneau Small Group Sea Kayaking with Mendenhall Glacier Views

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

3 hours 30 minutes

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Kayak in one of the most unique areas of Juneau with amazing views of the Mendenhall Glacier, opportunities for seeing eagles, sea lions, seals, and whales. Escape the cruise ship crowds. Our tours have a maximum of 8 guests so that you can have a serene Alaskan experience. Unlike other kayaking tours in Juneau, you get to be in your own single kayak. Our experienced guide will help you put on a dry suit so that you’ll be warm and dry in any weather. Our guides will teach you how to kayak. No experience necessary! All equipment, instruction, snacks, and round trip transportation from the Juneau cruise port included. You'll be able to catch sight of native wildlife in their natural environment. ages 12+, some balance required, choice of several departures throughout the day, and all necessary equipment and instruction provided.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

We will pick you up from the cruise ship port and then drive for 20 minutes to the North Douglas boat launch ramp. We will introduce equipment, go over safety protocols, and get everyone suited up and in their kayaks. We will be on the water for 2 hours, including a beach walk and snack break. The entire tour will take 3.5 hours.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

A light snack will be served at some point on the tour. We have options for vegan and gluten free.

Bottled water

Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship docks in Downtown Juneau

Dry Suit (a waterproof suit that goes over your clothing and keeps you dry while swimming)

Kayak, Paddle, PFD (Life Vest), all other Kayaking Equipment

Footwear

Gratuities for your guide

Warm layers to wear under your drysuit

What To Expect

Mendenhall Glacier

Our tour takes place in the estuarial region directly in front of the Mendenhall glacier. The view that you get on our tour is one of the most complete views of the glacier in all of Juneau. You will be further away from the glacier than tours that go to or around the visitors center. Fog can affect the view of the Mendenhall Glacier.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

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Juneau Small Group Sea Kayaking with Mendenhall Glacier Views

Pickup included

Reviews

4.98

55 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

The best experiences in my birthday!!
Adolfo L,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This experience exceeded my expectations. I felt as though I was on a National Geographic expedition. Our Tour guide made it unforgettable, especially because it was my birthday. Excellent job!!
Happy kayak-er!
Lindsey W,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
My experience was amazing! I was in Juneau for wok solo and snuck in a quick kayak experience and it was SO wonderful! I felt safe, it was beautiful, our guide, Jake was wonderful and charming! I’m so so glad I went on this excursion!
Great morning on the water
Leslie H,
Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely loved this experience! We had a perfect morning on the water with Jacob. He was so kind and made sure we were having a great time.
The weather could change...
Barbara M,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The weather could change very quickly so be prepared. When we kayaked to a nearby beach, the weather was beautiful. Thankfully I took the opportunity to take plenty of pictures. On our way back the weather changed, it got very windy and the water was rough. We had to go back in the direction of the wind which made it very difficult to get back to our starting location. When we made it back we were exhausted and wet.
Awesome experience!!...
Alison M,
Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Awesome experience!! Nigel and Jacob were so informative, helpful, and fun. They picked us up right by the cruise ships and they dropped us off in town after hearing us talking about wanting to go there!! They brought us snacks and drinks and had all the supplies. This was an awesome way to get out and do something active while also enjoying the scenery. We got to see the glacier and some eagles. Highly recommend!!
Unique and fun
sjbest,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A very interesting way to view the mendenhall glacier and get some great cardiovascular exercise. Our guides Nigel and Jacob were fantastic. Definitely recommend this unique and fun tour.
Great activity while in Juneau
Patricia L,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Nigel and Jacob were very friendly. Learned all 6 of our names right away. Very knowledgeable and wanted to make sure all of us had a good time. The sport we kayaked at was very peaceful able to see nature and enjoy the view not crowded at all. Equipment all in good shape, clean, wet suits clean odor free! (Big plus for me)! Would recommend this experience to anyone.
Book this tour!
Analis R,
Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
What an incredible experience. Paddle Juneau and Nigel really provided an amazing kayak tour. I'm completely blown away by the number of Bald Eagles that I got to see and the beauty of Fritz Cove. This is a small group tour and you're able to get off the kayaks on a little sandy island to enjoy a warm beverage, snacks, and the beauty of the glaciers and mountains. Keeping warm is easy in the dry suits. The paddle experience adjusts to whatever level of experience and physical fitness you have. I took a 9 AM tour that started with overcast skies and a little fog but it cleared up by the afternoon. Whether you're solo, like I was, or with a group, it's an awesome experience!
Incredible Experience - Dont Miss it!
frankjI6259EH,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Whole family (7 adults) did this kayaking trip as part of a day excursion on an Alaskan Cruise and it was worth every penny. As stated by literally every other reviewer, the guide Nigel was amazing - he is a passionate, energetic, knowledgeable, and personal young man who loves what he does which comes out in spades during the tour. He made all the necessary adjustments (to include changing to a 2-person kayak for 2 in our group) as well as guiding us according to the weather and water levels and the result was a trip we didnt want to end. This adventure cant be missed!
Kayaking excursion
Fabrizio B,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Beautiful walk in nature. Private kayak tour because it was just me, my partner and the guide (if I’m not mistaken his name is Nigel, who was very helpful and kind throughout the tour). You take a ride in the silence of nature and with breathtaking views, better do the activity during a day in good weather to enjoy beautiful photos. Activities to do.