Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour
Overview
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4 hours
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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 wight: 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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Rain Jacket, Pants, Boots, Gloves
Bottled water, snacks, and hot beverage
Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship docks in downtown Juneau
This tour is canoeing 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.
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Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe
Mendenhall Glacier Lake Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Reviews
1,205 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Family that Plays Together Stays Together!
Angie B,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00We stumbled onto this adventure and it was my favorite activity from all of our excursions for one simple reason- my family had a chance to be together and work together! It was a true shared experience getting to paddle alongside my 16year old and to see one of the most beautiful glaciers up close and personal. Our guide was encouraging and informative. I would highly recommend it.
Awesome!
Susie H,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mason was awesome!! We were able to get right to the edge of the glacier! Thank you for a great day!
No regrets!
Marlon J,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Super fun excursion with the sweetest guide, Meg! Really enjoyed the trip and the views were amazing.
Great trip - fun to see...
Bohdy H,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip - fun to see the glacier from a f Different perspective. Logan was a great guide. Highly recommend.
Highly recommend!
Gretchen F,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience! We are experienced paddlers, and still found it to be a bit of a work out, but as long as you are prepared to paddle, you won’t be at all disappointed. The views of the glacier are fantastic! Rod and Luke were awesome and we highly recommend this adventure during your time in Juneau.
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