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Juneau Tour: Mendenhall Glacier Hike

This 5 Hour Private Shore Excursion Includes:

Meeting at the Port in Juneau
Private Licensed Naturalist-Guide
Snack including Bottled Water

Please see: special notes at the end of the tour description.

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Tour Number: UJUNE-05

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2 People - $442 Per Person (Private Tour)
3 People - $296 Per Person (Private Tour)
4 People - $222 Per Person (Private Tour)
5 People - $204 Per Person (Private Tour)
6 People - $190 Per Person (Private Tour)
7 People - $180 Per Person (Private Tour)
8 People - $174 Per Person (Private Tour)

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TOUR DESCRIPTION

Juneau Shore Excursion

This 5 hour Juneau shore trip is for those who love hiking. Your guide will choose from several world-class hiking trails near the Mendenhall Glacier where you enjoy cascading waterfalls, quiet forest glens and breathtaking views of the glacier.

After meeting your driver at the pier, you depart for the Mendenhall Glacier Trailhead where you meeting your naturalist-hiking guide. Your guide will choose from several excellent trails for your hike, based upon the day's hiking conditions.

The pace will be brisk but the day will be unforgettable. Along the way your guide will provide knowledge and perspective on the region’s natural and cultural history, and will share some of their favorite local stories. You will see places that can only be reached on foot.

You may find yourself hiking high above a shimmering glacial lake or along a mossy covered glacier moraine. Explore this lush habitat and learn more about the significance and secrets of the Tongass National Forest.

During much of the hike the views are panoramic including expanses of glacier-carved wilderness. Wildlife is often sighted, but not guaranteed. There are opportunities for photography along the trail, and stops for your guide to provide commentary.

At the end of the hike, the driver will bring you back to the pier.

Dates of Operation: May 1 - September 30
Walking: Difficult
Mobility: NO wheelchairs
Recommended Clothing: Sturdy hiking boots, layered clothing, rain jacket
Weather: This tour operates rain or shine
Ability: This tour includes 4 hours of hiking. You will hike 4-6 miles with elevation gains up to 1000 feet.

Please contact us with any questions or to receive a customized quote for your upcoming Juneau shore excursion.

Shore Trip Timing is approximate based on your interests & traffic

Transportation from ship to Glacier Trailhead: 30 Minutes
Hiking Mendenhall Glacier: 4 Hours
Return transportation to ship: 30 Minutes