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Juneau Small Group Sea Kayaking with Mendenhall Glacier Views

Explore Juneau’s incredible coastline on this small-group kayaking adventure through the beautiful Mendenhall Wetlands. Keep your camera ready as you glide past eagles perched in the trees, harbor seals resting on the rocks, and maybe even a curious sea lion or porpoise swimming nearby. From your kayak, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind view of the majestic Mendenhall Glacier, visible from six miles away as it winds through mountain peaks. This tour is intentionally limited to no more than 8 guests, creating a quiet, intimate experience. Unlike other tours, each guest paddles their own single kayak , allowing for better control, comfort, and opportunity to explore. (Double kayaks available on request) You’ll be fully outfitted with a high-quality dry suit, keeping you warm and dry in all weather conditions. Our experienced local guides provide hands-on instruction and support throughout the tour, making this adventure ideal for first-time kayakers as well as those with prior experience.

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Juneau Small Group Sea Kayaking with Mendenhall Glacier Views

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(117)

from $189

Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure

Step off your cruise ship and into a river raft on this 3.5-hour shore excursion along Mendenhall Glacier. An experienced guide rows your raft, allowing you to soak up the gorgeous mountain scenery as you float along for six miles around the foot of the glacier. Wind through stretches of Class II and III whitewater rapids and wrap up the outing with a delicious riverside snack. Families, beginners and the more experienced all will enjoy this Mendenhall Glacier float trip. Port transport from Juneau included.

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Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure

3 hours 30 minutes

4.5

(347)

from $209

Mendenhall Glacier Waterfall and Whale Watching Tour

Although we are the original whale-watching company in Juneau (operating since 1994), we are still small and family-owned and operated! We want you to feel like part of the family, and we pride ourselves on prioritizing local hires in order to give back to our community and give you the best possible tour experience. We want our guides to love Juneau as much as you do! This tour offers an additional hour at the Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area. This gives you an hour and forty-five minutes to two hours to look at salmon, visit the Visitor's Center, and make the hike to Nugget Falls! Our fleet consists of only mammal-friendly jet boats, and the small size and intimate setting will make you feel right at home with the whales. We pride ourselves on our quick transfers between vehicles! We don't want you to wait any longer than you absolutely have to!

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Mendenhall Glacier Waterfall and Whale Watching Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(216)

from $199

Likely to Sell Out

Spend 2 hours out on the Auke Bay Harbor's waters searching for humpback whales during this boat tour from Juneau. Listen to commentary from your guide and keep a lookout for other marine animals such as orca, bald eagles, and sea lions. Cap off the cruise with a 5-minute stop to snap photos of Mendenhall Glacier. Snacks, refreshments, and round-trip transportation from the Mt. Roberts Tramway in Juneau provided.

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Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,168)

from $156

Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water

4 hours 5 minutes

5.0

(1,856)

from $159

3 Hour guided Fishing Experience/class in Juneau

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(180)

from $225

Special Offer

When your cruise stops at Juneau, see whales in their natural habitat on this whale-watching boat trip, all without the fuss of organizing shore transport. Prebook to secure your place, board a comfortable boat with outdoor decks and heated cabins, and cruise Alaska’s waters to see marine life in the wild. Then, enjoy guaranteed sightings of humpback whales, with a naturalist providing commentary on their behaviors as you cruise.

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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Juneau Shore Fishing Shuttle and Gear

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(66)

from $169

Have the special opportunity to see the Mendenhall Glacier up close—and make the most of your limited time ashore in Juneau—on this immersive, half-day shore excursion. Travel across the waters of Mendenhall Lake in a traditional Tlingit-style canoe that permits unobstructed viewing of the glacier, icebergs, Nugget Falls, and perhaps some Alaskan wildlife. This tour includes all equipment, snacks, and port pickup and drop-off for your ease.

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Mendenhall Lake Canoe Adventure

4 hours

4.6

(210)

from $259

Private Juneau Adventure Whale Watching Kayaking and Glacier View

This private Juneau adventure is perfect for families and small groups looking for a comfortable, crowd-free way to explore Alaska together. Your group of up to 6 guests will enjoy Mendenhall Glacier viewing from Brotherhood Bridge, whale watching, and beginner-friendly kayaking in stable sea kayaks through North Pass. No prior experience is needed, and the private format allows for a more relaxed pace that works well for mixed ages and abilities. With chances to see humpback whales, sea lions, bald eagles, and scenic lighthouse views, plus hearty snacks, nonalcoholic beverages, and roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship docks, this tour makes it easy for families to enjoy a memorable Juneau experience together.

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Private Juneau Adventure Whale Watching Kayaking and Glacier View

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(8)

from $2,250

Per group

Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour

Although we are the original whale-watching company in Juneau (operating since 1994), we are still small and family-owned and operated! We want you to feel like part of the family, and we pride ourselves on prioritizing local hires in order to give back to our community and give you the best possible tour experience. We want our guides to love Juneau as much as you do! Our fleet consists of only mammal-friendly jet boats, and the small size and intimate setting will make you feel right at home with the whales. We pride ourselves on our quick transfers between vehicles! We don't want you to wait any longer than you absolutely have to!

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Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(221)

from $189

Whale Watching With a Peek at the Mendenhall Glacier

This tour includes two hours on the water following the whales, and a quick 15 minute peek at the Mendenhall Glacier. It is just enough time to step off the bus, take a quick picture, and then head back downtown for the rest of your Alaska adventure! This tour is recommended for those who want to see the glacier, but don't want to spend too much time exploring the surrounding recreation area. On this tour, you will take one of the tour buses from downtown Juneau on a 20-minute, narrated tour through Juneau and Mendenhall Valley to Auke Bay. In Auke Bay you will board one of the boats and head out on a 2-hour whale watching experience. Upon returning to the harbor you will be escorted back to the bus for a quick trip inland to Mendenhall Glacier. You will have 15 minutes to get out and take a quick picture, and then get back on the bus for your next adventure in Juneau.

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Whale Watching With a Peek at the Mendenhall Glacier

3 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(14)

from $185

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

Get away from the crowds and experience Alaska’s grandest marine life from an intimate, 20-person vessel. Less disruptive to wildlife, you’ll get a front-row seat to the 49th State’s most beloved creatures—including whales, sea lions, eagles, and more. You’ll also get to scope out ice-blue glaciers, rocky shorelines, and hidden inlets from the comfort of the heated cabin or right from the catamaran's bow.

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3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,539)

from $189

Watch for humpbacks and other marine life in the beautiful Auke Bay on this whale-watching tour from Juneau. While you’re aboard a jet boat with extra-large windows, a naturalist guide provides engaging commentary on the wildlife — including porpoises, sea lions and eagles — and local geology you see along the way. Capture that memorable photo of a breaching whale against the backdrop of the Alaskan mountains.

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Juneau Whale Watching Adventure

3 hours 45 minutes

4.8

(314)

from $189

Set out on a whale watching adventure—and leave all the logistics to someone else. After convenient transport to Auke Bay via bus from downtown Juneau, you’ll have an easy transfer to the boat. Spend several hours with a naturalist guide spotting humpback and killer whales as well as harbor seals, sea lions, bald eagles, and black bears. Snacks, beverages, and binoculars are conveniently included.

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Whale Watching Adventure in Juneau

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(343)

from $154

Alaska's dramatic glaciers are best experienced up close, and this full-day tour takes you right to them. Heading out from Juneau on a purpose-built expedition vessel, explore the Tracy Arm Wilderness Area from a vantage point on the water—a perspective many travelers miss. Snap photos of pristine scenery and experience the area's natural wonders from the comfort of the boat during this 8.5-hour adventure.

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Juneau Tracy Arm–Fords Terror Wilderness Area & Glacier Explorer

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(69)

from $329

Juneau Shore Fishing for Alaskan Salmon

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(58)

from $225

Juneau Alaska Island Dining at Orca Point Lodge and Whale Quest

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(3)

from $221

Mendenhall Glacier View Sea Kayaking

3 hours 30 minutes

4.6

(170)

from $159

Mendenhall Lake Kayak Tour

3 hours 30 minutes

4.2

(53)

from $279

Interpretive Guides explain the geology of the wilderness

Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(1,459)

from $377

Likely to Sell Out

Juneau Whale Watch Adventure

3 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(55)

from $150

Likely to Sell Out

Private Group SUP tour in Juneau with Mendenhall Glacier Views

Paddleboard in one of the most unique areas of Juneau with amazing views of the Mendenhall Glacier, opportunities for seeing eagles, sea lions, seals, and whales. Escape the cruise ship crowds. This is an opportunity to get away from the crowds and book a private tour with up to 8 people. This will help your group have the the serene Alaskan experience you are hoping for. Our experienced guide will help you put on a dry suit so that you’ll be warm and dry in any weather. You can even jump in the water and stay dry. Our guides will teach you how to paddleboard. No experience necessary! You can stand, sit, or kneel. All equipment, instruction, snacks, and round trip transportation from the Juneau cruise port included. You'll be able to catch sight of native wildlife in their natural environment, ages 12+, some balance required, choice of several departures throughout the day, and all necessary equipment and instruction provided.

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Private Group SUP tour in Juneau with Mendenhall Glacier Views

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(14)

from $175

Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo

Thank you for your interest in Juneau Lighthouse Tours, Alaska’s Only Lighthouse and Whale Watching Adventure! Not only will you get to experience the best whale watching in Juneau, you get the chance to explore Sentinel Island. It is one of the first lighthouses activated in Southeast Alaska. Climb up the lighthouse tower, inspect the beacon, and take a look across Lynn Canal. Conveniently, it is located in the middle of the best whale watching spots! Sit back and enjoy the ride and allow our amazing crew to take you an an unforgettable experience. Our business model has been centered on maintaining a high level of customer service. No trip is complete without the complementary stop at Brotherhood Bridge lookout for a spectacular view of the Mendenhall Glacier! Complimentary locally made Alaskan fudge, granola bars, caribou sausage sticks, coffee/tea, and bottled water are included on this tour. All vessels come equipped with two bathrooms, heated cabins, and binoculars.

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Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo

4 hours 15 minutes

5.0

(263)

from $199

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Juneau-Douglas City Museum

Alaska State Museum

Alaska State Capitol Building

Nugget Falls

Mt. Roberts Tramway (Goldbelt Tram)

Mendenhall Glacier

Juneau-Douglas City Museum

Alaska State Museum

Alaska State Capitol Building

Nugget Falls

Mt. Roberts Tramway (Goldbelt Tram)

Mendenhall Glacier

Juneau-Douglas City Museum

Alaska State Museum

Alaska State Capitol Building

Nugget Falls