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Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour: Explore Glacial Wilderness in Alaska
5.0
1,132 Ratings
Juneau
Embark on an exclusive adventure tour to explore the stunning Mendenhall Glacier in the Alaskan Wilderness. Paddle past icebergs, waterfalls, and wildlife, and hike around the glacier for an unforgettable experience.
Embark on an exclusive adventure tour to explore the stunning Mendenhall Glacier in the Alaskan Wilderness. Paddle past icebergs, waterfalls, and wildlife, and hike around the glacier for an unforgettable experience.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mendenhall Glacier - Guests will spend 60 minutes hiking around the rocky moraine and exploring near the Mendenhall Glacier.
- Tongass National Forest - The entire Mendenhall Glacier ICE Adventure Tour operates in the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States.
- Mendenhall Glacier - Guests will spend 60 minutes hiking around the rocky moraine and exploring near the Mendenhall Glacier.
- Tongass National Forest - The entire Mendenhall Glacier ICE Adventure Tour operates in the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States.
What's Included
- Transport from downtown Juneau
- Refreshments including bottled water, snacks, and a hot beverage
- Essential gear provided: Life Vest, Helmet, Trekking Pole
- Guidance by expert wilderness guides
- Rain gear and waterproof boots supplied
- Transport from downtown Juneau
- Refreshments including bottled water, snacks, and a hot beverage
- Essential gear provided: Life Vest, Helmet, Trekking Pole
- Guidance by expert wilderness guides
- Rain gear and waterproof boots supplied
What's Not Included
- Gratuities for your guides
- Photos (feel free to bring a camera)
- Warm layers (beanie, wool socks, gloves and non-cotton layers are recommended)
- Gratuities for your guides
- Photos (feel free to bring a camera)
- Warm layers (beanie, wool socks, gloves and non-cotton layers are recommended)
Additional Information
Embark on a unique expedition to Mendenhall Glacier in this exclusive tour into the wilderness of Alaska. Skilled handlers will guide you across Mendenhall Lake as part of a small convoy, paddling past towering icebergs, magnificent waterfalls, and diverse fauna. The route to the ice sheet is adorned with the awe-inspiring views of mountain tops hidden…
Embark on a unique expedition to Mendenhall Glacier in this exclusive tour into the wilderness of Alaska. Skilled handlers will guide you across Mendenhall Lake as part of a small convoy, paddling past towering icebergs, magnificent waterfalls, and diverse fauna. The route to the ice sheet is adorned with the awe-inspiring views of mountain tops hidden in the Tongass National Forest. After docking the canoe at a secluded beach location, let your guides take you on an instructive trek across the stony terrains at the face of the glacier. Each tour is distinct and space is at a premium, making this Juneau’s most thrilling and coveted adventure tour.
- Minimum age 12 years old
- Minimum weight: 90lbs
- Maximum wight: 240lbs
- Not recommended for guests with back or hip problems
- Full use of limbs for up to 2 hours canoe paddling and 1.5 hours of trekking
- Ability to hike over steep uneven terrain for approximately 1-2 miles
- Signed liability waiver
- This tour DOES NOT provide access to walk on glacier ice
Location
Goldbelt Tram
South Franklin Street
Meet your tour guide outside of the red GoldBelt Tram Tramway building. They will be holding a blue sign with your tour name. ***ALL NCL ENCORE AND NCL BLISS GUESTS*** Meet your guide in front of your ship on the AJ dock. They will be holding a blue sign with your tour name.***
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Z7504lzmarym
Oct 23, 2024
You won’t regret it! - This tour was the best excursion we booked during our Alaska cruise! We had Shayla and Biko and they were fantastic! We would definitely do this tour again in the future!
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Loplolo
Oct 6, 2024
Adventure Tour: Canoe to the Mendenhall Glacier - Arrival from NCL Encore cruise ship. Called the company to confirm the pickup point. 6 people in the canoe plus our two guides Dawson and Biko. This is a work intensive tour, but if you can put in the effort, the views CANNOT be beat. We arrived with the views to ourselves. No other tour was there to block our shots and no waiting for that perfect angle. When we were ready to make our way back, the other tours showed up. Dawson and Biko are great guides, very entertaining, informative and professional. Would definitely recommend this tour for some awesome views!
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Doreen_p
Sep 30, 2024
The perfect day to see a glacier - Molly and Sophie were incredible guides .
They were so knowledgeable about the area and kept us all laughing with their fun stories .
They are so fun and we feel so blessed to have been part of this unique adventure which was their last tour of the season . We had the perfect day . Thank you !
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T1005qyolgai
Sep 27, 2024
UNBEATABLE EXPERIENCE - Excellent tour- highly recommend!! Guides Ryley and Molly ensured a great experience enhancing the beautiful views with lots of information about the landscape
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John_k
Sep 25, 2024
Best scenery and guides - The scenery was breathtaking and we had two guides (Sophie and Molly), that were so smart, fun, and informative. This was our favorite excursion in Alaska.
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Trail06176684089
Sep 25, 2024
Great tour! - This was awesome! Biko and Justin did such a great job! The whole trip was amazing. The lake we were paddling on was very mysterious because of the mist and the fall colours. The hike to Mendenhall Glacier was also very nice. We had great views of the Glacier. It was not cheap, but really worth it if you visit Juneau for 1 day!
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Lauren_b
Sep 24, 2024
100% recommend - 10/10 recommend! Sophie and Devin were our guides and they were outstanding. Easy meet-up at the dock, high quality gear/clothing, and gorgeous views. The paddle was about an hour each way ( your arms will be sore!) and we spent about 45 minutes hiking near the glacier and hitting the best photo ops! An amazing day in Juneau
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824elizabethp
Sep 24, 2024
Mendenhall did not disappoint!!!! - What an unforgettable adventure! Biko and Justin were our guides and they are SO awesome!!!!
Despite a rainy start at the dock, our Mendenhall Glacier tour turned out to be amazing. As we reached the lake, the clouds parted, and we were treated to stunning SUNNY views. The canoe ride across the lake was filled with laughter, thanks to our guides’ great humor. The waterfall was incredible to witness, roaring with power after a hard rain!
Once we reached the shore, we hiked up close to the glacier, and our knowledgeable guides shared fascinating insights about the rocks, minerals, and the glacier itself. One of the highlights was holding a piece of ice that had broken off from the glacier—such a surreal moment. It was a bit sad to hear about how quickly the glacier is melting, but that only made the experience more special. If you're thinking of visiting, go soon before it's too late! Highly recommend this tour—an unforgettable experience from start to finish!
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David_b
Sep 22, 2024
The best tour ever!!!!! - Ryley and Justin were the best! This was our favorite excursion out of all of them. They brought so much genuine energy to the tour. The views were amazing. If you have any doubts in regards to booking this tour don’t. You won’t be sorry!
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Kwh0420
Sep 21, 2024
Liquid Alaska Did Not Disappoint!!! - We booked with Liquid Alaska for a super cool canoe adventure on Lake Mendenhall. We had the best day. We had guides Shayla and Sophie. They did such a great job. From the very start they were so knowledgeable, helpful, educational and fun. Shayla picked us up at the port and gave us a ride to the start point at the lake. She was able to talk to us about what was to come as well as show us things in Juneau that we were passing. Once we arrived at the Lake we were joined by Sophie, who had been getting all our gear and supplies ready. They were quick but detailed in getting all our gear sized and passed out and then getting us to the lake. While on the lake we got to row 2.5 miles out and then 2.5 miles back. Both Shayla and Sophie were great at teaching us about how to row, the area, safety, and all things Mendenhall Glacier. Once at the glacier we were able to get out and hike around the area for a good amount of time. Both guides were super helpful in taking pictures for everyone. Once we rowed back, they were really helpful in collecting our gear, making us coffee and hot chocolate and answering any and all questions we had. Sophie stayed at the lake to finish packing gear and Shayla got us back to the port on time. They worked together so well and were so fun to spend the day with. Liquid Alaska is lucky to have them and so will any future companies they work for. Thanks for a great day!
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