Cruise-friendly whale watching with time at Mendenhall Glacier
5.25 Hours
Whale watch, Glacier time
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.
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.
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.
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.
Juneau, Alaska
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!
Keithlene Delos Santos
July 7, 2026
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!
Keithlene Delos Santos
July 7, 2026