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    Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watching Tour In Juneau

    Cruise-friendly whale watching with time at Mendenhall Glacier

    4.8 stars• 81 reviews
    From$210/ personincl. taxes and fees

    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

    Experience provided by True Alaskan Tours

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    Adult

    $210.37

    Ages 13 and older

    0

    Child

    $157.51

    Ages 3-12

    0

    Infant

    $0

    Ages 2 and under

    0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had an amazing experience on this boat tour! Mya, our guide, made the trip even more enjoyable. She has such a calming, pleasant voice, and her narration kept us engaged throughout the entire journey. It actually relaxes us. The tour is a little on the expensive side, but after experiencing it, I can honestly say it was worth it. We were lucky enough to see whales, adorable sea otters, playful seals, and the breathtaking icebergs up close. The scenery was absolutely unforgettable. It’s a 2 hour then another 1 hour when you enter the Fjord. We saw calving as well. It’s so cold so make sure you have layers and everything. There’s a few binoculars free to use so grab that. Free hot chocolate and coffee. The lunch was a turkey or vegetarian sandwich with a chip and cookie. So make sure to bring your food or packed a proper lunch. Thank you to Mya and the entire crew for making this such a memorable adventure. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!

    Photo of Keithlene Delos Santos

    Keithlene Delos Santos

    July 7, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had an amazing experience on this boat tour! Mya, our guide, made the trip even more enjoyable. She has such a calming, pleasant voice, and her narration kept us engaged throughout the entire journey. It actually relaxes us. The tour is a little on the expensive side, but after experiencing it, I can honestly say it was worth it. We were lucky enough to see whales, adorable sea otters, playful seals, and the breathtaking icebergs up close. The scenery was absolutely unforgettable. It’s a 2 hour then another 1 hour when you enter the Fjord. We saw calving as well. It’s so cold so make sure you have layers and everything. There’s a few binoculars free to use so grab that. Free hot chocolate and coffee. The lunch was a turkey or vegetarian sandwich with a chip and cookie. So make sure to bring your food or packed a proper lunch. Thank you to Mya and the entire crew for making this such a memorable adventure. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!

    Photo of Keithlene Delos Santos

    Keithlene Delos Santos

    July 7, 2026

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