Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness on this 3.5-4 hour adventure to the Mendenhall Glacier. This adventure starts off at the cruise ship docks as an expert guide will transfer the guaranteed, small group on a narrated 30 minute journey to the West Glacier boat launch in the Tongass National Forest. Guests gear up in top quality waterproof gear and after a quick paddle lesson, will launch the canoe onto the Mendenhall Lake to start the journey. Surrounded by steep cliffs filled with Arctic terns, mountain goats, porcupines, and other wildlife; enjoy the serenity of this adventure deep into Alaska. Feel the cool brisk air coming off the glacier as the guide safely navigates the canoe to the best viewpoints of the blue crevasses and seracs on the toe of the Mendenhall Glacier. Be one of the few to step away from the crowds and get face to face with glacier. This Tour is canoeing only and DOES NOT INCLUDE a hike.
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 weight: 240lbs
Not recommended for guests with back or hip problems
Pregnant guests will not be allowed on this tour
Full use of limbs for up to 2 hours canoe paddling
Signed liability waiver
Views of particular glacier features are not guaranteed
IMPORTANT NOTICE: THIS TOUR IS CANOE ONLY AND DOES NOT INCLUDE A HIKE
What To Expect
Liquid Alaska Tours
Liquid Alaska Tours pick up guests at the cruise ship docks and their experience starts right there. This is a 4 hour all inclusive tour, including 2 hours paddling around the Mendenhall Lake to see the Mendenhall Glacier and experience the wild of Alaska in the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States.
Mendenhall Glacier
Guests will get up close and personal with the Mendenhall Glacier as they canoe up to the face of the glacier and experience it from a canoe on Mendenhall Lake.
Options
Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe
Mendenhall Glacier Lake Tour Duration: 4 hours
What‘s Included
Rain Jacket, Pants, Boots, Gloves, PFD
Bottled water, snacks, and hot beverage
Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship docks in downtown Juneau
Expert Wilderness Guide
This tour is canoeing only and DOES NOT INCLUDE a hike.
Gratituity for your guide (optional)
Photos (feel free to bring a camera)
Warm layers (beanie, wool socks and non-cotton layers are recommended)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,400 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Watch out for corny jokes
Family Travelers0,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hannah was our tour guide. Courteous and thorough guide. Even threw in some corny jokes for fun. It was a windy day and she made sure that we got as close as possible to the glacier as well as Nugget Falls. Overall, it was a great tour. Equipment provided was in great condition. Pickup and drop-off were on time. Very recommended tour.
amazing!! best excursion we did!
jessicabK8794QV,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elymus and Cortland were fantastic guides, and the scenery could not be beat. Most beautiful lake ever, with a waterfall! Canoeing across the lake took a little effort but wasn't too hard (they said 6.1 miles there and back but felt shorter), and then a very short hike on the other side to get some great visuals of the glacier! Highly highly recommend!
The best tour in Juneau!
manda827a,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic trip that exceeded our expectations. Our guide Elisha was awesome. I would totally recommend this tour.
Chris was amazing! Very...
Stefanie M,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Chris was amazing! Very informative and we loved the jokes! It was an amazing experience getting so close to the glacier. It was a lot of work, but that’s what we signed up for. Would definitely recommend.
5/5
Traveler19897872817,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005/5 glacier views. Cortland and Brady were excellent and entertaining!
great again
kmarvinj,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great. Better than last time, though the glacier has receded to the edge of the lake. Tor did a great job keeping the info flowing and she is VERY comfortable out in nature and had plenty to share. Stacie must have raised her right. We were fortunate to have great weather with only minimal katabatic winds - still a plenty good workout, so bring your shoulders in ship shape.
Mendenhall Canoe Tour Review
jacobdY6209LN,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emylus and Elijah were great! Awesome energy and very passionate. Loved hearing about their stories and especially Elymus and his goals to own a reservation. Best of luck to both of them
Unforgettable experience!
emmadW4169MX,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elymus and Elisha were amazing guides! We had such a fun time exploring the lake and the glacier. Their passion for sharing their knowledge and love for the area was palpable- every question we had was answered. Thank you for a great time!
Highlight to get so close to the glacier!
laurenmW4725YT,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour might be the highlight of my entire Alaska vacation! It was so special to be just 200 yards from the glacier and to do the hard work as a group to get there instead of just being taken there. Our Guide, Elisha, was so encouraging and a wealth of knowledge. The 6 mile round trip journey was a workout for my 44 year old body, but not so much that I couldn’t do it. Highly, highly recommend!
Great job
brycef755,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brady did a great job! He was knowledgeable, funny, upbeat, and pleasant.
Related Experiences
Operated by Liquid Alaska Tours