Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour: A serene adventure in Alaska's wilderness
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654 Ratings
Juneau
Embark on a serene 3.5-4 hour canoe tour to the Mendenhall Glacier in Alaska's wilderness. Experience the beauty of steep cliffs, wildlife, and the blue crevasses of the glacier.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 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.
What's Included
- Complimentary rainwear including jacket, pants, boots, and gloves
- Provided bottled water, snacks, and a warm beverage
- Convenient roundtrip transport from Juneau cruise docks
What's Not Included
- This tour is canoeing only and DOES NOT INCLUDE a hike.
Additional Information
Immerse in the splendor of Alaska’s wilderness with this tour to the Mendenhall Glacier, spanning for 3.5 to 4 hours. Beginning at the cruise ship docks, an experienced guide will escort the small group on an engaging 30-minute journey to the West Glacier boat launch situated within the Tongass National Forest. Participants are provided with high-quality waterproof equipment and given a brief lesson on paddling, before embarking onto the Mendenhall Lake on the canoe. While enveloped by towering cliffs teeming with Arctic terns, mountain goats, porcupines, and other fauna, revel in the tranquility of this deep Alaskan voyage. Savor the crisp air emanating from the glacier as the guide leads the canoe skillfully towards prime viewing spots to appreciate the azure crevasses and seracs of the Mendenhall Glacier’s edge. Enjoy this unique opportunity to intimately observe the glacier, away from throngs of people. This tour strictly involves canoeing and DOES NOT FEATURE any hiking activities.
- 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
Location
Mount Roberts Tramway
South Franklin Street
Meet your tour guide outside of the Goldbelt Tramway building. Your guide will be holding a blue sign reading "Liquid Alaska Tours: Mendenhall Glacier Canoe Tour". AJ Dock Pickups are reserved only for guests sailing on the Norwegian Encore.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Tonydk1342tb
May 27, 2024
A must experience in Juneau - Forget all the other tours, if you are in Juneau and you want a genuine glacier experience this is the only one to book. We went in May 2024 and had the best time, both on the lake and getting up close to the glacier (not 100's of meters from it, or flying over it). Justin and Riley were amazing, friendly, knowledgable, kept us safe and dry...+ a sea shanty. We have been all over the world and this is in my top 3 activities. Book it, you won't regret it. (chuckle when your friends show you their photos from a distance).
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Sydneyw202125
May 25, 2024
Amazing Experience!! - This was an amazing shore excursion! You get to go super close to the glacier and get a slight workout, too. They give you plenty of breaks so you aren’t tired of paddling, and you are given multiple snacks. We had AMAZING STAFF for our paddle. Sophie, Ryley, and Molly taught us so much about the glacier and Juneau in general, while keeping things fun and entertaining. Finally, at the end of the paddle, you are given a nice warm drink. Luckily, it didn’t really get too cold and we stayed dry with the waterproof gear they offered. This was definitely worth the time and money. 10/10 recommend.
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X7326lxrobertom
May 25, 2024
Canoe Juneau - Excelente Adventure, Devyn and Sheila, Made Canoe trip Go too Fast and fun . Postcard pics …………,, ……….,,;;,:: ………………….
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Mattgm1547xe
May 22, 2024
Awesome glacier tour! - Awesome awesome experience! And a great workout! Jordan was an amazing guide and made the experience much better! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for things to do in Juneau!
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Nathanielt531
May 22, 2024
Great tour guide and experience, absolutely worth it! - Jordan was an excellent tour guide! He made sure that we got great views, and taught us how to row properly so that we wouldn't injure ourselves. He also let us go and see the glacier up close, as well as a waterfall. We had plenty of time to take great pictures too! However, be ready to work, you'll be canoeing for around two hours!
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Erichi7396ra
May 22, 2024
Mendenhall Canoe Tour - Had a great experience canoeing across the lake, viewing Nugget Falls, and getting extremely close to Mendenhall. Ryley and Devyn were incredible guides that were well prepared and knowledgeable.
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Stay04466486685
May 21, 2024
Hard Work Pays Off - This tour is well worth it giving you the opportunity to see the glacier up close and take some wonderful pictures. Jordan and Mike were my tour guides and did a fantastic job making the trip fun and safe.
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Ashtonl658
May 21, 2024
Once in a lifetime experience! - After our original tour was cancelled due to weather, this was the best thing we could have done. We found out it's actually better to view the glacier during dreary days! While it was a workout, canoeing was definitely worth it. The views were fantastic and it was so special to see the glacier now that we knowing this is the last year it will be touching the water. Molly, our tour guide, came in on her day off just to let us go on this adventure! She made this tour all the more special with her welcoming nature and knowledge on the land. It was one of our favorite parts of our trip.
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Korie_j
May 20, 2024
Adventurous Trip - It was a freezing cold and raining day during our excursion, but the staff kept us warm and dry with rain gear. First time rowing and it was great! Guides where so friendly and kept us motivated throughout the canoe ride. Great time despite the weather!
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R8314sfjenniferj
May 21, 2024
Great guides! - Just as we were getting off the cruise ship we were notified that our helicopter tour to the glacier was canceled due to weather. There was someone at the booth that we talked to about doing the canoe tour and she was very nice and very helpful. It was chilly and rainy but Devin and Molly got us all geared up and we paddled out to the glacier. We were very happy with our last minutes change in plans!
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