Here are the ways to do Mendenhall right, from simple shuttles to guided paddles across the lake below the ice. The glacier sits about 13 miles from downtown Juneau, close enough for even a short port stop. Save an hour for Nugget Falls; the flat trail runs roughly two miles round trip.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Juneau's wildlife and witness the majestic whales in their natural habitat. Don't miss the chance to explore the stunning Mendenhall Glacier.
Most Popular★ 5.0“Great tour guides and saw lots of whales! Captain Michelle along with two naturalist on board. Back to our ship with plenty of time to spare.”
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6,236 reviews4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $249.00by Alaska Tales
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Embark on an exhilarating Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour, where stunning landscapes and icy wonders await. Don't miss this unforgettable Alaskan experience!
★ 5.0“Meg and Ben were very knowledgeable and made the adventure exciting! Highly recommend for an up close look!”
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1,285 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $376.95by Liquid Alaska Tours
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of Mendenhall Glacier Lake on an unforgettable canoe tour. Discover serene landscapes and immerse yourself in nature's wonders. Book your adventure now!
★ 5.0“We had a wonderful time! Highly recommend this tour. Issy was our guide, and she was great! We got a great workout in and lucked out with the weather. Such beautiful views! It was a short trip from the cruise doc, too!”
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1,269 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $250.95by Liquid Alaska Tours
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Your adventure in Juneau, Alaska, awaits as you embark on a captivating journey to witness the majestic Mendenhall Glacier and the thrill of whale watching.
★ 4.5“Really enjoyed this tour. Got to see quite a few whales and spent and adequate amount of time exploring Mendenhall Glacier and the trails around it.”
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771 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $199.00by Juneau Tours
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Yearning for a unique Alaskan adventure? Embark on the Mendenhall Glacier Trolley Tour, a captivating journey through Juneau's natural wonders.
★ 4.5“Nice trolley (bus) ride out of Juneau to the Glacier and there are a few short hiking trails out to Nugget Falls and scenic views. Beautiful area. A few too many people for my tastes, but that's what you get at a cruise ship destination…”
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556 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $79.00by Juneau Tours
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of Alaska's Mendenhall Glacier on an unforgettable float trip. Immerse yourself in nature's wonders. Book now!
★ 4.5“The tour company picked us up by the tram, and took us 20 minute bus ride to a spot where we signed waivers and got outfitted. There, at Mindenhall Lake, we received some safety briefings and got in our graphs with a guide. Things were…”
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322 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $209.00by Alaska Travel Adventures Inc.
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Plan your unforgettable adventure with the Mendenhall Glacier Express Tour, where breathtaking views await—discover what makes this journey truly special.
★ 4.5“Very easy to buy from and put your tickets in your apple wallet and everything was easy. Prices were very reasonable compared to ship prices.”
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266 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $83.00by M&M Glacier and City Tours
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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Mendenhall Lake's pristine waters. Experience the thrill of a canoe adventure like no other. Join us now!
★ 4.5“Being so close to the glacier you could feel the cold and can't imagine the true size of Mendenhall or Nugget Falls.”
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201 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $259.00by Alaska Travel Adventures Inc.
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Explore the wonders of Mendenhall Glacier! Paddle through stunning turquoise waters, hike ancient ice formations, and immerse yourself in nature's breathtaking beauty. Join us now!
★ 5.0“Two great guides pushed and mush'd us. They were very informative on both the water and for the short hike. Their office was friendly and super responsive.”
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198 reviews5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $402.09by Above and Beyond Alaska
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Discover the wonders of Juneau with Mendenhall Glacier, thrilling whale watching, and a mouthwatering salmon bake. Unforgettable experiences await! Click now for a taste of adventure!
★ 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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147 reviews6 to 7 hours (approx.)From $279.00by Alaska Travel Adventures Inc.
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of Mendenhall Glacier through sea kayaking. Explore Alaska's majestic wonders and embark on an unforgettable adventure.
★ 4.5“Beautiful scenery. We thought we’d be closer to the Mendenhall Glacier so we were a bit disappointed.”
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144 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $159.00by Alaska Travel Adventures Inc.
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Witness the majestic humpback whales and orcas, while exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Alaska on the Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour.
★ 4.5“Friendly crew on boat, we saw lots of whales. Had to cut glacier views short due to time but it was breathtaking.”
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139 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $189.00by Dolphin Jet Boat Tours
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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Juneau - from the majestic Mendenhall Glacier Waterfall to unforgettable whale watching. Embark on an adventure like no other!
★ 4.6“Amazing. Nia and Jay are the best possible guide for the Whale Watching Tour”
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133 reviews5 hoursFrom $199by Dolphin Jet Boat Tours
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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Mendenhall Glacier on a guided hike. Immerse yourself in nature's wonders and embark on an unforgettable adventure.
★ 5.0“We were blessed with two very experienced guides and great weather. The hike to the glacier was challenging but even though we were 70+, in good shape, we made it. This trek was one of the highlights of our Alaskan cruise and I highly recommend…”
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125 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $225.08by Above and Beyond Alaska
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Experience the thrill of whale watching and the awe-inspiring beauty of Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day trip!
★ 4.7“The whale watching trip was great. We were lucky to see humpback whales bubble net feeding several times. Also saw 2 whales breach. Captain Larry put us in good position for viewing and photography. Guide Olive was excellent and could identify most of the whales…”
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115 reviews4.5 hoursFrom $229
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