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Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center and Ultimate Whale Watch Combo

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Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

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Join us for Whale Watching in our cool Alaskan waters and then view one of 38 glaciers from the Juneau Ice Fields - the spectacular Mendenhall Glacier. We guide you on a 2 hour whale watching tour, spotting Humpback whales and other wildlife. Then off to the Mendenhall Glacier to spend some time hiking, watching fish spawn at Steep Creek or enjoy an outstanding view from the Visitor Center. You get 1.5 hours at the park, but don't worry! That is the perfect amount of time to walk to nugget falls and take in the displays at the visitor center.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tour time is a check-in time; departure is within 15 to 30 minutes.

The meeting place is under the cables in front of the Mt. Roberts Tramway.

All ports or docks are within 10 minutes walking distances, except one - the A Dock - which provides a “Downtown” shuttle to the Mt. Roberts Tramway.

Children must be accompanied by an adult

At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the name of their ship

A moderate amount of walking is involved.

No food is allowed at the Mendenhall Glacier.

Tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately in layers and for the likely chance of rain. It is recommended that you wear warm layered clothing, a waterproof jacket and comfortable slip-proof shoes

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Informative professional driver guide during transfers

Heated cabin with wide viewing windows, spacious decks for whale watching, and bathrooms on board

Water and a light snack aboard the whale boat

2-hour whale watching tour on 24-passenger jet boat or 49-passenger catamaran

Bus transportation and entrance fees to park

Round-trip transportation between port and boat harbor

Naturalist on whale tour

Gratuities

What To Expect

1

Goldbelt Tram

This is our meeting point. We chose it because it is easy to spot from everywhere. We meet under the cables of the aerial gondola.

2 minutes • Admission Not Included
2

Inside Passage

We will drive you via bus out to Auke Bay Harbor, where you board our custom whale watching boats

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

10:30 Whale Watch and Glacier

Duration: 5 hours

1:30pm Whale Watch and Glacier

Duration: 5 hours

3:30pm Whale Watch and Glacier

Duration: 5 hours

9:30am Whale Watch and Glacier

Duration: 5 hours

8:30am Whale Watch and Glacier

Duration: 5 hours

12:30pm Check In

2:30pm Whale Watch and Glacier

Duration: 5 hours

7:30am Whale Watch and Glacier

Duration: 5 hours

Reviews

4.74

770 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Captain Dustin, Nate, &...

    Laura S,

    Oct 6, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Captain Dustin, Nate, & Lauren were fantastic! They were very knowledgeable about whales & excellent at spotting them. We saw a LOT of whales. I highly recommend this tour when in Juneau. The glacier & waterfall were also incredible to see!

  • A must do in Juneau

    Vincent L,

    Oct 3, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was an amazing experience! Everyone from the bus drivers to the naturalists and captain were amazing and informative and added to the joy of our experience. Seeing orca made this an encounter of a lifetime!

  • The crew on the boat was...

    Sue E,

    Oct 1, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The crew on the boat was fun and full of jokes. These guys seemed to love their jobs. Found quote a few whales which was a surprise as it was late in the season. Drivers on the busses were great with lots of stories and information about the area. The hike to the waterfall at the glacier was a good chance to stretch ones legs in spite of the rain. Great trip overall.

  • Whale Watching Amazing

    Rosemary T,

    Sep 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    I purchased the Whale Watching and Mendenhall Combo Tour. The whale watching was amazing and our crew was awesome. The views at the Glacier were incredible, but there’s not an actual tour or guide. The path to the falls was flooded so honestly could have been less time spent there.

  • Great Experience.

    Keith S,

    Sep 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very friendly and knowledgeable crew. Saw 10+ whales. And bus driver Mel was also super friendly and hilarious.

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4.74
770 reviews
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