Climb Mendenhall Glacier by Helicopter From Juneau
Fly by helicopter to the glacier and hike with ice-climbing gear
Duration
4.25 hours
Includes
Helicopter, glacier hike, gear
Highlights
Take a round-trip helicopter flight from Juneau to a remote glacier and spend about two hours hiking and learning to use ice-trekking gear. Explore ice features and crevasses with guidance and provided equipment.
- Fly over the Juneau Icefield and Tongass National Forest
- Hike for about two hours over uneven, moderately steep glacier terrain
- Learn and practice using crampons, an ice axe, and a harness
- Explore ice features and view deep crevasses on the glacier
- Drink glacier water straight from the source and take photos on the ice
What's Included
- Rain jacket
- Rain pants
- Gloves
- Harness
- Mountaineering boots
- Crampons
- Ice axe
- Helmet
- Hip pack
- Water
- Granola bar
Things to know
Ages 12+ only, and you must be able to walk for two full hours over uneven, moderately steep terrain. Bags and cases are not allowed on the aircraft/tour (storage available at base). Passengers weighing 250 lb (113 kg) or more pay an additional $150 surcharge at booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel more than 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a 10% cancellation fee. No refund within 24 hours of departure. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather and cannot reschedule.
FAQs
Wear comfortable pants, a long-sleeved shirt, an insulating layer (like a fleece, sweater, or sweatshirt), mid-calf socks, and a hat. Bring sunglasses and a camera. Plan for temperatures about 10–15F colder on the glacier than at sea level.
No. Bags or cases of any kind (including backpacks or purses) are not allowed on the aircraft/tour. Tablets, tripods, selfie sticks or other extendible items, and drones are also prohibited. Secure storage is available at base, and you will use a provided hip pack for small items on the glacier.
Yes. If you weigh 250 lb (113 kg) or more (including shoes and clothing), you will be charged an additional $150 at the time of booking to reserve adequate space on the helicopter.
Meeting details
Juneau, AK
