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
1,285 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Glacier Beauty
Paul K,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00To start with pick up was a breeze. Short ride out of town to the lake before getting outfitted with all our gear. There Mason and the guys got us in the canoe. Now this is definitely a bit of a paddle so be prepared but it is totally worth it. We got extremely close to the glacier after paddle across the lake. When there we got out of canoe and talked about glacier and had our “rock talk” which was very interesting then got to “hunt” around for gems. Got some awesome photos with glacier so close in the background. On the paddle back stopped by the massive falls. Unfortunately the porcupines were not around this day but did see a lot of bald eagles. Even the rain at the end didn’t dampen our spirits. This tour was the highlight of our trip.
Best day ever
eileenwR7280SQ,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time! Izzy and Jonathan were super informative and you can tell they have a passion for what they do. I’d recommend this tour to anyone looking to get a unique experience while learning so much about Juneau.
Best Way To See The Glacier!!
Jet67489111124,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was great! This is the best way to see the glacier and get up close and personal. The water fall and lake were beautiful. Canoeing was a lot of fun also. Our guides, Issy and Jonathan, were terrific and very knowledgeable. Can’t say enough great things about Liquid Alaska tours!!
Beautiful with a capital letter!!!🤩
927hedih,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a beautiful trail we walked through the rainforest. 4 hour guided walk. Our guide was Daniel Bauer from Gastineau Guiding. The guide also makes the trail, what an enthusiasm and drive. Perfectly groomed, learned a lot. Really took his time, don't know. Trail is tough, decent climb, mostly over rock etc., stairs are in it and at the end to the top a staircase of almost 200 steps, less suitable for people with knee / hip problems and less good to walk. Beautiful viewpoints over the Glacier. Beautiful waterfalls encountered along the way and salmon spotted in the river. Recommended!!!
A great start to our Alaskan trip!
HPMacy,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time. The weather was mostly sunny and we just had a few sprinkles. Our guides, Luke (yay, Nebraska!) and Jordan were terrific, and provided all kinds of information about the glacier, rocks, flora, fauna, local lore, and more. They provide all the rain gear you need, including tall boots. The glacier was incredible, and you can no longer see it from either the visitor center or the falls, so you either hike 3 hours or canoe. We had a great group and everyone rowed well, so we made great time, and had extra when we landed. Warm drinks on our return topped it off.
Absolute best time
viajerorsv,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour and had the absolute best time! Our guides, Issy and Luke, were amazing—super knowledgeable, fun, and full of interesting facts that made the whole experience even better. We paddled about 5 miles, and they made sure everything went smoothly and kept the energy high the whole way. Couldn’t have asked for better guides—truly the best! Highly recommend this tour.
Tour is nice!!!
R461AXjohannaw,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an incredible experience! Getting up close to the glacier was absolutely breathtaking—the views were stunning, and the hike itself was the perfect balance of challenge and reward. It’s one thing to admire a glacier from afar, but standing right next to it is something I’ll never forget. Our guide was amazing—friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what he does. He made the whole experience fun, engaging, and stress-free, making sure we had everything we needed along the way. His energy and enthusiasm really elevated the tour and made it so much more than just a hike. I especially liked the second hot drink after the rain :)
Best Adventure Tour in Alaska
itsaubrieann,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the BEST time on my Liquid Alaska canoe tour. Issy and Mason were funny, super knowledgeable about the wildlife and Mendenhall Glacier, and kept us laughing with so many punny jokes we almost tipped the canoe (just kidding)! Even on a cloudy day, the scenery was absolutely gorgeous and I’d 10/10 paddle into the wild with them again.
Mendenhall Glacier Tour
Annalisa E,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our group of friends had a great time. This was our favorite excursion while on our cruise. Lots of laughs. Mason & Ed were amazing!
Amazing!
Timothy M,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guides, Issy and Mason, were kind, knowledgeable and ready to show us all a great time. This tour may be expensive, but it’s well worth the price. This is your best option for seeing the glacier up close—so don’t miss out!
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