Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watching Tour In Juneau
Cruise-friendly whale watching with time at Mendenhall Glacier
Duration
5.25 Hours
Includes
Whale watch, Glacier time
Highlights
Ride from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay for a whale-watching cruise on a custom expedition vessel, then explore Mendenhall Glacier on your own. Travel with a captain and naturalist and relax in a climate-controlled cabin with panoramic windows.
- Board a shuttle bus in downtown Juneau for transportation to the dock in Auke Bay
- Cruise for about 3 hours on a custom-built expedition vessel with captain and naturalist
- Watch for humpback and orca whales plus sea lions, porpoises, seals, and bald eagles
- Explore Mendenhall Glacier and the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center exhibits on a self-guided visit
- Use the heated cabin, outdoor viewing deck, restrooms, and onboard galley gift shop
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation by motorcoach
- Whale-watching cruise
- Captain and naturalist
- Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, and a sweet and savory snack
- Restroom access onboard
Things to know
Select departures can accommodate guests using a manual wheelchair. A $10 per person processing fee applies for cancellations after booking is confirmed. Beer, wine, and additional snacks are available for purchase onboard.
Cancellation Policy
No refund if you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the tour date. If the tour is cancelled by the operator for any reason, the customer will receive a full refund. Booking Fees are non-refundable.
FAQs
Arrive at the designated downtown Juneau meeting location at least 15 minutes before departure. Look for a tour representative in a bright green jacket with a sign showing your tour name, then show your booking confirmation for check-in.
If you are sensitive to motion sickness, take medication at least one hour before departure.
No. Your time at Mendenhall Glacier is self-guided, and tour order and timing may vary.
Meeting details
Juneau, Alaska