Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Paddle across serene Mendenhall Lake
- Get up close to the majestic Mendenhall Glacier
- Marvel at towering icebergs and blue crevasses
- Spot diverse wildlife like bald eagles and mountain goats
- Enjoy a hearty snack at Nugget Falls beach
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 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.
Itinerary
Pass by: 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.
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.
Our entire tour takes place in Tongass National Forest. We bring guests out to the Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area to the West Side Glacier Parking area. This is where our tour gears up, goes over safety and paddling instructions and starts our paddle to the Mendenhall Glacier- all located in the Tongass National Forest.
Important information
Know before you book
- Minimum weight: 90 lbs; maximum weight: 240 lbs.
- Not recommended for guests with back, shoulder, or hip problems.
- Pregnant guests are not permitted on this tour.
Know before you go
- Dress in layers to accommodate varying weather conditions.
- Bring a waterproof camera to capture the stunning scenery.
- Wear comfortable, moisture-wicking clothing and sturdy footwear.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Minimum age: 12 years old
- Minimum weight: 90lbs
- Maximum weight: 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
Traveler reviews
Mendenhall Glacier by Canoe is the way to go!
Loved our tour guides Tor and Hannah! They were so knowledgeable, fun, and the pace of this tour was perfect. Highly recommend this tour and these guides. So much more than a typical tour/excursion. It is an experience not to be missed.
Awesome family excursion at Juneau
This was an excellent activity to do at Juneau. Be ready to put in the work to see some picturesque views of Mendenhall glacier and Nugget falls. Mike was a tremendous guide and navigator. Very knowledgeable! Strongly recommend this activity for you to see the best views of the glacier!
Beautiful Blue Glacier
We just took the canoe tour Sunday, July 12th. We had good weather for the trip. Cortland was our guide throughout- he picked us us, drove us to lake/glacier guided the canoe, Cortland was great, informational, great sense of humor- we learned a lot about the area, history etc. The glacier and waterfall are beautiful. We paddled over to the glacier and had an amazing view- then over to the waterfall and back. You’ll be amazed by how many miles you paddle. Great exercise too. So beautiful up there. Thank you Cortland and Liquid Alaska-
10/10 life experience!
10 out of 10 experience. The perfect mix of fun, adventure, history, and science/nature. Mike was the best guide and incredibly knowledgeable. Small intimate group and I had the best experience. I will do it again if I have the opportunity. We were so up close and personal to the waterfall and the glacier. I’m really glad I went with an independent smaller business as opposed to booking through the cruise ship. We were closer than any other groups we saw out there.
Wonderful Glacier Canoe Experience
Mike was great and gave lots of good information. Very well organized and prepared. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Juneau!