Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour
Overview
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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.
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
Reviews
1,272 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Epic Glacier Adventure with Luke - and a Shoutout to His Mom, Tess!
Kandiace B,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This glacier canoe tour was everything Alaska should be: wild, stunning, and absolutely unforgettable. Luke led our group with the perfect balance of humor, knowledge, and calm confidence. Every stroke brought a new perspective: glassy water, towering ice, and that surreal feeling of being somewhere few ever truly experience. Luke made the miles feel easy with his stories, love of his work environment, expertise, and his insider insight made the glacier come alive. Huge shoutout to his mom, Tess - clearly where he gets his warmth and storytelling charm. The gear was top-notch, Luke was well organized and upbeat, and the experience beyond anything we expected. If you’re debating it - stop. Book it. This is the Alaska memory you’ll keep forever.
Luke and Jonathan were...
Kevin N,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Luke and Jonathan were very friendly, knowledgeable, and capable tour guides and canoe operators! Everything was prepared for including the wet gear and snacks! It was a beautiful and memorable experience!
Paddled about 5 miles on...
Mark T,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Paddled about 5 miles on a canoe. It not too difficult and we were able to get a close view of the glacier. Lucas was a great tour guide. He gave a lot of good information and told a ton of fun stories. We got a ride back to the pier, would recommend
Row row row 🤪
Don G,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00The entire experience was great guides were informative and even a little funny ,but dont tell them that Also felt safty was there number 1 priority 5× stars
For those who crave exploring beautiful places while being physically active!
Chelsea P,
Sep 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00We enjoyed this well-organized experience that allowed us to be physically active while exploring an incredibly beautiful place in Alaska! We loved rowing together and feeling like we got a good workout with our friends while seeing a gorgeous waterfall, the Mendenhall Glacier, seals and eagles! We loved it and the staff was informative and helpful! Highly recommend!
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