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Absorb intimate views of the Mendenhall Glacier while paddling across the glacier-fed lake in a canoe. With a guaranteed small group, our professional guide will lead you into exploring the serenity of the Tongass National Forest towards the Mendenhall Glacier. Voyage past steep cliffs, waterfalls, and icebergs while keeping your eyes peeled for wildlife in route to getting face to face with the glacier.
Your adventure begins in front of your cruise ship, where you will meet your professional guide. Step away from the crowds with narrated transportation to a remote part of the Tongass National Forest to get your first views of the breathtaking, ever-changing Mendenhall Glacier. One of the most accessible glaciers in North America, the Mendenhall Glacier is located just 12 miles from downtown Juneau. The 13-mile-long river of ice, which ends on the far side of Mendenhall Lake, is one of Alaska's gems. A half-mile wide with ice up to 1,800 feet deep, it's no surprise that Mendenhall is the most visited glacier in all of Alaska.
Once suited up in our top quality gear along with a quick paddle lesson, hop in the canoe and launch across the Mendenhall Lake. With the instruction of your guide, you will glide across the lake en route to the toe of the Mendenhall Glacier. Keep an eye on the cliffs decorated with nests of Arctic terns, a giant waterfall, and wildlife while voyaging along beautiful blue icebergs. You will come as close as possible to the face of the Mendenhall Glacier and be rewarded with front row views of the “ice falls”, where miles of glacier ice flow steeply over the mountainside, and continue down to melt into the the lake in front of you. Your guide will steer the canoe to the best viewpoints of the glacier’s towering blue crevasses and ice seracs.
Upon returning from your adventure on the lake, you will be welcomed by a hot beverage as you de-gear from your equipment. After a short drive back to the cruise ship docks, your adventure with us will end, but hopefully with memories that will last a lifetime.
*Alaskan Wilderness is best seen in small group with a maximum of 10 guests. You will be equipped with our top quality gear including rain pants, rain jackets, waterproof boots, and everything else you will need to ensure your comfort and safety. Each guest is provided a dry bag filled with bottled water and snacks, to be used to store personal belongings while canoeing.*
Inclusions:
- **Roundtrip transportation from cruise ship terminal**
- **Bottled water, snacks, and hot beverage**
- **Gear/equipment: Rain jacket, rain pants, Xtratuf rain boots, paddling gloves, and a dry bag for personal items.**
Requirements:
- **Minimum age: 12 years old**
- **Minimum weight: 90 lbs.**
- **Maximum weight: 240 lbs.**
- **Not recommended for guests with back, shoulder or hip problems**
- **Pregnant guests are not permitted on this tour**
- **Full use of limbs for up to 2 hours of canoeing**
- **Signed liability waiver**
Duration:
**4 hours. Tour times below are approximate:**
- **30 minute transport to glacier launch site**
- **15 minute equipment and safety briefing**
- **2 hours of canoe paddling**
- **15 minute equipment unload and hot beverage**
- **30 minute transport back to cruise ship terminal**
Booking Notes
Thank you for choosing **Liquid Alaska Tours**. We look forward to having you as our guest!
###**TOUR REQUIREMENTS**
1. Minimum age: 12 years old
2. Minimum weight: 90 lbs.
3. Maximum weight: 240 lbs.
4. Not recommended for guests with back, shoulder or hip problems
5. Pregnant guests are not permitted on this tour
6. Full use of limbs for up to two hours of canoeing
7. Signed liability waiver
###**ALL NORWEGIAN ENCORE GUESTS**
For all Norwegian Encore Guests, please meet your guide in front of your ship on the AJ dock. Your guide will be holding a blue sign that reads "Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour" or "Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour" depending on the tour you are participating in.
###**NORWEGIAN BLISS MENDENHALL GLACIER ICE ADVENTURE TOUR GUESTS**
For Ice Adventure Tour reservations only, please meet your guide in front of your ship on the AJ dock. Your guide will be holding a blue sign that reads "Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour"
###**NORWEGIAN BLISS MENDENHALL GLACIER LAKE CANOE TOUR GUESTS**
For Canoe Tour Guests Only, please take AJ Dock shuttle to downtown Juneau and meet your tour guide outside of the red GoldBelt Tram building. Your guide will be standing underneath the cables holding a blue sign reading "Liquid Alaska Tours: Mendenhall Lake Canoe Tour". If you have any problems finding your tour guide, please call [1-800-892-5504](tel:8008925504).
## **ALL OTHER CRUISE SHIP GUESTS MEETING INSTRUCTIONS**
Please meet your tour guide outside of the red Mt. Roberts Tramway building. Your guide will be standing underneath the cables holding a blue sign reading "Liquid Alaska Tours: Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure". If you have any problems finding your tour guide, please call [1-800-892-5504](tel:8008925504).
[Mt Roberts Tramway Map Link](https://goo.gl/maps/HzSvo82K8r49nmac6)
### **SELF-TRANSPORT OPTION FOR GUESTS WITH VEHICLES**
If you would like to join us at the West Glacier Trailhead parking lot, please call us for further details.
**UNFORTUNATELY, WE CANNOT COLLECT DIRECTLY FROM ANY HOTEL**
###**PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BRING WARM LAYERS**
Non-insulated rain gear is provided, but remember, you're going visiting an icy landscape which can be much colder than the surrounding area. So come prepared with warm socks and clothing (wool or synthetic works best for under layers, avoid cotton). We also suggest bringing a hat along with some mittens or gloves and sunglasses if it is sunny.
##Weather Cancellations
In the event of abnormally high winds, this tour may need to be cancelled and fully refunded. Katabatic winds can occur due to glacier-specific weather systems created on hot and sunny days. Cancellations may occur at or before the scheduled tour time based on wind readings.
Cancellation Policy
Customers will receive a full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.
