Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour
Overview
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5 hours
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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.
Additional Info
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 wight: 240lbs
Not recommended for guests with back or hip problems
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
This tour DOES NOT provide access to walk on glacier ice
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
Gratuities for your guides
Photos (feel free to bring a camera)
Warm layers (beanie, wool socks, gloves and non-cotton layers are recommended)
What To Expect
Mendenhall Glacier
Guests will spend 60 minutes hiking around the rocky moraine and exploring near the Mendenhall Glacier.
Tongass National Forest
The entire Mendenhall Glacier ICE Adventure Tour operates in the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States.
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Mendenhall Glacier Tour
Reviews
1,260 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Luke and Jordan are the best!
lisakt18,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00I’m sure all Liquid Alaska guides are great, but Jordan and Luke take it to a whole new level. They were entertaining and educational. Their knowledge of the glacier, the impacts and changes and the rock formations and evolutions was extraordinary. Above all else they were super nice and friendly.
Brilliant trip to Mendenhall Glacier
Craig J,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing tour. Loved the canoe paddle to the Glacier and the Glacier hike was awesome. Brilliant tour guides. Jonathon and Ed were cracking blokes, helpful and new everything about the place. Would highly recommend.
Unique and fun physical activity to get the best view of the glacier!
Noellie N,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00This excursion was a lot of fun! We met at the Goldbelt Tram and took a van to a parking lot near the Mendenhall Glacier. Then we geared up (they provided rain boots, rain jackets, gloves, helmets, and a dry bag with snacks and water inside) and went in a canoe out across the lake. We went past Nugget Falls, and got gorgeous views of the glacier from the water. Then we docked to the left of the glacier and hiked so we can get even closer. The guides talked to us a bit about the glacial till and the different types of rocks that were formed by the glacier. Once we were able to take all our photos, we made the journey back. They provided a hot beverage of choice and drove us to the same meeting spot. An amazing trip overall, would highly recommend :) Shoutout to Rod and Mason for being our guides!! They provided lots of info along the journey and a few jokes as well lol
Peaceful paddle
Susan J,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful paddle to the glacier, and it so well narrarated by Luke and Meg. It was a beautiful peaceful afternoon in nature.
Nature lover
MaryBeth K,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Expect to paddle hard to reach the Mendelhall Glacier by canoeing but it’s really worth it to see nature at its best and it’s magnificent. The crew which is lead by Rob is awesome and very informative. Highly recommended for those nature lovers out there.
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