Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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 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.

•Admission Not Applicable

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.

1 hour•Admission Included

Options

Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe

Mendenhall Glacier Lake Tour
Duration: 4 hours

Reviews

4.98

1,114 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1092

Excellent excursion
melanie v,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Rod and Ben were great guides. We had a great time learning about the lake, glacier and wildlife. They are also punctual and well-organized. Highly recommend!!
This was a great...
Erin C,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was a great experience from start to finish. Luke kept up informative commentary and positive encouragement the whole time. We got really close to the Glacier for excellent views.
Perfect experience.
Denise F,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had an amazing experience canoeing to the Mendenhall Glacier. The canoeing gave us some exercise while allowing us to get up close to the glacier. We were provided with gear and clear instructions and always felt safe and well-equipped. Ben Estrada was knowledgeable and very friendly. I highly recommend this experience if you want to get away from the crowds and see the natural beauty of the glacier and surrounding area.
Glacial Glory
Peter C,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Who doesn't want to canoe to a glacier? Super well organized tour. Absolutely stunning scenery and the glacier was epic. Our guide, (Fishing) Rod, was brilliant and lots of fun. The way things worked out we had only 5 folks in the boat and it was a 5 mile canoe so there was some effort involved, but it was well worth it for the glacier payoff and the satisfaction of the achievement. Highly recommend. Pricey but what tour isn't in Alaska
Best way to see Mendenhall Glacier! Must DO!
Caitie M,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
One of our favorite parts of visiting Alaska. Our guides Ron and Meg were the best! so friendly and knowledgeable. The trip was 5 miles canoeing and they made it feel easy and enjoyable. Nothing but positive things to say about this tour and the staff.