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15 Best Mendenhall Glacier Tours

The Mendenhall visits compared: lake canoes paddling toward the face, ice-adventure treks that walk the blue and trolley runs to the visitor center for the easy version. The glacier calves into its own lake; the canoes keep respectful distance and perfect angles.

1.Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

Experience Juneau’s stunning glaciers and wildlife on this 4.5-hour tour, featuring whale sightings, glacier views, and expert guides for memorable Alaska adventures.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Nate, Monica and Greg were amazing and very knowledgeable about the Southeast Alaska area, Juneau! Would definitely recommend this tour!”

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2.Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour

Experience the stunning Mendenhall Glacier with guided kayaking, hiking, and wildlife spotting. Perfect for adventure lovers seeking authentic Alaskan wilderness.

★ 5.0

“Easy drive from port to the excursion with one of our guides, Jordan. He was great telling us everything we needed to know about Juneau. Mason, the other guide joined us for the canoe ride and hike. Both were excellent, funny and knowledgeable 😁😁”

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3.Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour

Experience Mendenhall Glacier from a unique perspective with a guided canoe trip on pristine Juneau waters, including wildlife viewing, safety gear, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Mason was awesome!! We were able to get right to the edge of the glacier! Thank you for a great day!”

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4.Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch Plus Mendenhall Glacier Photo Stop

Experience unforgettable whale watching in Juneau with expert guides, stunning wildlife sightings, and a scenic glacier stop—all in a 3-hour adventure.

★ 5.0

“Travel to boat was terrific. Captain and Crew were knowledgeable. We got to see Humpback whales and see Sea Lions. The boat was clean. We also enjoyed seeing many many eagles. We had fantastic weather and I’d highly recommend this company and book again through…”

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5.Narrated Whale Watching Cruise with Glacier View Stop

Experience Juneau’s wildlife and glaciers on a 4-hour whale watching cruise with guaranteed sightings, scenic glacier views, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Beautiful boat with two levels of viewing and a great crew - Dalton, Sam &Chloe. We had multiple sightings and learned so much about local marine life. Highly recommend!”

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6.Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center and Ultimate Whale Watch Combo

Experience Juneau's wildlife and glaciers on this 5-hour combo tour featuring whale watching and visiting Mendenhall Glacier with flexible scheduling.

★ 4.5

“The naturalist and the captain were amazing on our trip! We saw two different pods of whales. They worked hard to find the perfect spot for us to view whales.”

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7.Mendenhall Glacier Trolley Tour

Discover Mendenhall Glacier with this convenient trolley tour from Juneau, featuring scenic views, insightful guides, and flexible scheduling—all for $79.

★ 4.5

“We had a wonderful close view of the glacier and beautiful weather for late September. There was enough time to reach Nugget Falls and also visit the observatory to watch the video and browse. Our bus driver was very informative and friendly.”

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8.Mendenhall Glacier Float Trip

Experience Juneau's stunning scenery with a 3.5-hour Mendenhall Glacier rafting tour, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Wildlife, rapids, and glacier views await.

★ 4.5

“Great time - Jamie was a great rafter and she looked after us really well. First time I have done it and really enjoyed it. The river was running fast after the recent and current rain. It was a shame the weather at the start…”

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9.Mendenhall Glacier Express Tour

Discover Juneau's stunning Mendenhall Glacier with this self-guided tour featuring scenic transport, interactive exhibits, and flexible exploration.

★ 4.5

“Beautiful glazier. Can get pretty close. Nice visitor center with lot of info. Saw many eagles. Quiet, relaxing.”

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10.Mendenhall Lake Canoe Adventure

Experience the stunning Mendenhall Glacier from Juneau in a traditional canoe. Enjoy expert guides, breathtaking views, and a memorable Alaskan adventure.

★ 4.5

“We had a great time, and our your guide, Malachai, was knowledgeable as well as entertaining. So it!”

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11.Mendenhall Glacier Canoe Paddle and Hike Juneau

Experience Alaska’s Mendenhall Glacier with a guided canoe paddle and hike from Juneau. Beautiful scenery, wildlife, and glacier views in a small-group setting.

★ 5.0

“The whole experience was worth every penny! A small hike to the lake to get on our canoes and paddle our way to the Mendenhall glacier area and what a site. We even got off and hiked some more to get a closer look to…”

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12.Best of Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier, Whale Watching and Salmon Bake

Discover Juneau’s highlights with this full-day tour featuring Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching, and a traditional salmon bake. Perfect for authentic Alaskan experiences.

★ 4.5

“Be prepared for weather to change your tour. Unfortunately, we were unable to tour Mendenhall Glacier due to flooding and the potential of a dam break. However, the tour operator quickly refunded that portion of the tour. The rest of the tour went ahead as…”

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13.Mendenhall Glacier View Sea Kayaking

Experience the beauty of Mendenhall Glacier from the water with guided sea kayaking near Juneau. Enjoy wildlife sightings, stunning views, and expert guidance for all skill levels.

★ 4.5

“Great experience, wonderful view, good snacks and apple cider. Good vibes and excellent explanations”

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14.Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour

Discover Juneau’s highlights with this half-day tour featuring Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching—expert guides, intimate boat trips, and memorable wildlife sightings.

★ 4.5

“A really wonderful experience! The glacier, spectacular! The captain (Captain Joe) and his assistant knew exactly where to go look for whales! Their skills were phenomenal and It was a breathtaking experience!”

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15.Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau

Discover the rugged beauty of Mendenhall Glacier on a challenging 6-hour guided hike from Juneau, led by expert guides through rainforest and icy terrain.

★ 5.0

“This is a hard hike but so worth it. The guide Heather was so good at telling you where to place your feet and hands when it comes to the scrambling part. Heather was informative about the area, knew the answers to all of our…”

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