Top Activities on the Ground in Juneau

Alaska’s wild nature should be experienced in the open air, and that’s what you’ll do on this immersive e-bike tour. Great for any fitness level—and most ages—you’ll bike along mostly paved roads, getting views of Mendenhall Glacier, the world’s northernmost rainforest, and so much more. Since you choose your effort level, it’s an always-exhilarating adventure that’s always at your pace.

Paddle across Mendenhall Lake, past icebergs and waterfalls, on this guided Alaskan adventure. Explore the Tongass National Forest and hike near Mendenhall Glacier with expert guides. Enjoy breathtaking views and experience wildlife up close. This small-group tour offers a unique and unforgettable wilderness experience.

Elevate Your Alaskan experience: The Trails and Ale Tour offers a unique outdoor adventure combining exhilarating trails and the finest craft beer selection for nature-loving enthusiasts. Our tour caters to adventurous individuals seeking to explore the great outdoors and savor the local craft beer scene. Unlike conventional tours, we create an immersive experience that seamlessly blends outdoor exploration and beer appreciation. The Trails and Ale Tour is an hour-long guided tour along the Totem Loop of Mt. Roberts which includes the observation decks. This tour is about Alaskan Wildlife with the flora and fauna of the mountain and Juneau's history. The end of the tour includes a wooden nickel valued up to $10 for any drink, which can be redeemed in Timberline Bar and Grill or the Tr’Ale House, our Beer Garden. Kids can use their wooden nickel in the Timberline restaurant for non-alcohol drinks.

The Mendenhall Glacier is one of Juneau’s most impressive natural wonders, stretching over 13 miles (21 kilometers). On this half-day tour, enjoy spectacular views of the glacier from the viewing platforms and walkways, and learn more about the mighty glacier at the Visitor Center. Then, set sail on a thrilling whale-watching cruise along the coast and look out for humpback whales, as well as other wildlife such as bald eagles and blue heron.

Make the most of your time while your ship is docked and experience Mendenhall Glacier on this small-group shore excursion from Juneau. Travel by land and water on a combo adventure with canoeing and a short hike. Soak up views of icebergs, waterfalls, and cliffs as you paddle around Mendenhall Lake toward the glacier. Afterwards, get a close-up view on a short hike.

The only private bike tour in Juneau! Enjoy the intimacy of just your family and friends — up to 4 — on a bike ride a few miles from the Mendenhall Glacier. All biking is on flat ground. Bike to the first glacier lookout, before riding along a nature trail with more glacier views. The easy-paced ride lasts about 1.5 hours (3.5 miles), with amazing photo opportunities. Afterward, we do some sightseeing, including a visit to the DIPAC salmon hatchery, in a SUV. Guide is a local family man. Start times are flexible. Unlike other bike tours in town, you have two WORRY-FREE assurances: * You will never have to bike in the rain. In case of rain, you can, on the morning of the tour, easily switch to just sightseeing (refer to “Juneau Private Sightseeing & Hatchery with a Local - Lux SUV”). * Since it’s just your private party, your tour will never be canceled last second due to a minimum limit of total bikers - including those outside your party - that hasn't been reached.

Step off the cruise ship in Juneau with a self-guided audio tour built by a born-and-raised Alaskan, not a faceless tour company. The Ultimate Juneau Experience bundles eight offline GPS tours — from Mendenhall Glacier and Nugget Falls to the Perseverance Trail, Mount Roberts, and a downtown walking tour past the Red Dog Saloon and St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church. Here's how it works: you play the stories on your own phone. As you walk, GPS triggers each stop automatically and hands-free — phone in your pocket, glacier in your face. No live guide, no paper ticket, no rigid bus schedule. Because the Last Frontier runs on zero cell service, every tour works fully offline, no roaming required. This is the Juneau the crowded bus tours skip: trails, gold-rush ruins, the bears working Steep Creek, the 2,000-year-old forest emerging from under retreating ice. You set the pace, and your money stays in the local economy. Eight tours. Explore on your schedule, this trip and the next.

Step off the ship into a side of Juneau the crowded tour buses never show you. The Downtown Juneau Explorer bundles three offline GPS walking & hiking tours — the Mount Roberts Hiking Trail, the Perseverance Hiking Trail, and the Downtown Juneau Walking Tour — onto your own phone. As you wander toward each landmark, GPS triggers the story hands-free, so the audio plays automatically while your phone stays in your pocket and the mountain rises right in front of you. Just so it's clear: this is not a live human guide and not a paper ticket. It's a self-guided audio experience you play yourself, written by a born-and-raised Southeast Alaskan who actually walks these trails and delivered through clean, professional narration. You'll hear how Gold Creek built a capital city, stand at the Glory Hole, meet Patsy Ann at the waterfront, climb past Father Brown's Cross, and stop by the Red Dog Saloon and St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church — stories no placard will hand you.

Bikes, Glacier Views, and Microbrews begins with a 20 minute van ride out of historic downtown Juneau out to the Mendenhall Valley, where you'll be outfitted with bikes, helmets, and rain gear if necessary. The ride starts at the eastern side of the Mendenhall Glacier, with a 4 mile ride over to the western shore of Mendenhall Lake. Here, you'll enjoy a brief break and scenic view of the lake. Next, you'll hop back on the bikes and ride 4 miles back to the eastern side of the glacier, riding through two beautiful trails in the Tongass National Forest. After the ride, your guide will walk you to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center, where you will have 45 minutes of independent exploration. View the glacier, enjoy the trails, and learn about the history of the area. Upon returning to the van, you will take a short drive to Forbidden Peak Brewery and taste a custom flight of local beers and enjoy views of Auke Bay. Your guide will then drive you back downtown at the end of the tour.

Experience the Mendenhall Glacier Guide Hike, a thrilling 6-7 mile adventure! Your journey begins with a 3-mile trek through the Tongass National Forest, the world's largest temperate rainforest. Your experienced guide will lead you through this wilderness, winding past beaver ponds and scrambling up exposed glacial terrain, where the trail fades into the wild. Upon emerging from the forest and reaching the final ridge, you'll be greeted by the breathtaking view of the Mendenhall Glacier's jagged facade and its ice river. Here, we savor panoramic views of the glacier, indulge in hearty snacks, and capture awe-inspiring photos. Gaze upon the glacier's deep blue crevasses, cascading icefall, surrounding mountains and Nugget Falls. This hiking tour is not for the faint of heart; it demands exceptional balance and sure-footedness. The trail includes 800 feet of elevation gain, through rocky, uneven, and slippery terrain. It's a memorable journey that promises unforgettable views.

Experience Mendenhall Glacier by land and water under the supervision of a guide who knows the area well on a combo-adventure tour from Juneau. First, hop into a canoe at Mendenhall Lake and paddle around luminescent blue icebergs and past cliffs and waterfalls toward Mendenhall Glacier. No matter your paddling or hiking experience, a guide prepares you for each step. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Hike through the wilderness for stunning views of the Mendenhall Glacier on this half-day shore excursion. Join a small group and experienced guide for a trek through the glacial terrain of Tongass National Forest. Emerge from the forest with views of the glacier's blue crevasses, icefall, surrounding mountains, and Nugget Falls. Enjoy time to take photos and enjoy a well-deserved, hearty snack before heading back. Note: this tour is suitable for those in good physical shape with exceptional balance and sure-footedness.

Immerse yourself in the Alaskan wilderness on a trek through a vast temperate rainforest that includes views of waterfalls, wildlife, and glaciers. Your private guide takes you to off-the-beaten-path photo spots so you can capture authentic wilderness shots without other tourists getting in the way. Plus, throughout the hike, nature enthusiasts can learn about the unique ecosystem and its inhabitants.

If you wanted to get to know Juneau on a street-by-street level, then this exciting scavenger hunt is a great choice. Do more than stroll aimlessly as you’re sent in every direction on a quest to solve clues. Find items around Juneau and earn points. Complete zany challenges and claim even more points.

Embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure with this immersive scavenger hunt in Juneau, featuring a personal remote host for real-time guidance. Participants explore alternate realities, interpret clues, and compete globally on our leaderboard for a fun day out. Uncover hidden gems in the city and learn more about Juneau in an unconventional way.

Take the road less travelled! Your Sky to Sea Juneau Bike Adventure offers a break from Juneau's busy downtown bustle and an opportunity to visit a part of Juneau that not many get to see. During the bike ride, you'll make several stops that allow you to experience the serenity of the Tongass National Rainforest, surrounded only by trees, gentle streams, and your small tour group.

What makes Zombie Scavengers unique is its sophisticated use of technology to create a flexible, competitive experience. It's an entirely self-guided, app-driven mission where your goal is to survive a virtual apocalypse by strategically finding survival items in your city. The hunt is dynamic, offering a variety of tasks, from photo-taking evidence of supplies to answering zombie trivia, all while earning points. Your team benefits from on-demand virtual support from a remote host, and the national score-tracking adds an exhilarating, competitive layer, pushing you to outwit other "colonies" across the country.