Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

1 hour•Admission Included

Tongass National Forest

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

4 hours•Admission Not Applicable

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Mendenhall Glacier Tour

Reviews

4.97

1,188 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1166

Easy drive from port to...
Kara W,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Easy drive from port to the excursion with one of our guides, Jordan. He was great telling us everything we needed to know about Juneau. Mason, the other guide joined us for the canoe ride and hike. Both were excellent, funny and knowledgeable 😁😁
Mendenhall Glacier Canoeing & Hiking
Sheryl D,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
4.00
It was a very nice experience but I think the tour is a bit overpriced. Ed & Rod were very nice, funny & knowledgeable, and gave us lots of great information. It was very active & fun. We enjoyed it.
Fantastic Experience
Lisa S,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00
There is some physical effort required between the canoeing and the short hike to the glacier bit it is definitely worth it. The guides (Noah and Ben M) were great and this may be our top tour ever (and this isn’t recency bias).
Beauty Beyond Words
Crystal K,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Beautiful scenery as you paddle in a large canoe across Mendenhall Lake and then hike to a beautiful view of the glacier. This activity does require some physical effort to paddle and a short hike. The guides, Rod and Meg, were fabulous and full of information about the glacier, the lake, the wildlife, and the area in general. Highly recommend.
Must do experience for a must see, unmatched view of glacier
Sarah H,
Jun 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was absolutely amazing. Jordan and Ed were first class tour guides, it was very organized, the view of the glacier and proximity to it after canoeing and hiking to see it are unmatched and it’s so fun. We had 9 of us ages 12 to 58 and every one of us had the best time. This is a must do!