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Whale Watching

Juneau Whale Watching with Mendenhall Glacier Walking Tour

Whale breaching near tour boat in Juneau with mountain backdrop.
Sea lions resting on a red buoy in the waters near Juneau.
Mendenhall Glacier in Alaska with surrounding mountains and reflective lake.
Field of wildflowers with mountains in the background, Juneau, Alaska.

Duration

4 hrs 30 mins

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

    • Combine a whale watching cruise with a visit to Mendenhall Glacier in a single half-day outing from downtown Juneau, covering both marine and glacial landscapes.

    • Travel via a narrated coach from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay, with comfortable seating and open viewing opportunities along the route.

    • Enjoy a 2-hour whale watching cruise in the region’s rich channels, where humpback whales are commonly seen along with orcas, Steller sea lions, and bald eagles.

    • Visit Mendenhall Glacier with time for self-guided exploration of its trails, Mendenhall Lake, and the Visitor Center at your own pace.

    • Spot seasonal wildlife such as black bears, bald eagles, and mountain goats, making for a varied Alaska wildlife experience across land and sea.

    • Half-day guided tour with whale watch cruise and Mendenhall Glacier visit

    • 2-hour whale watching boat tour

    • Narrated bus journey through Juneau

    • 1-hour stop at Mendenhall Glacier

    • Food and beverages

    • Gratuities

    • Additional expenses not included with the ticket

  • TOTAL DURATION4 hours - 4 hours 30 minutes

    Things to do

    Juneau
    Mendenhall Valley
    Auke Bay
    Journey to Mendenhall Glacier

    3. Journey to Mendenhall Glacier

    60 min
    2 attractions
    1 activity

    Highlights

    Mendenhall Lake
    Mendenhall Lake
    Free Admission
    Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center
    Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center
    Tickets not included

    Things to do

    Self-guided exploration around the Mendenhall Glacier
    Self-guided exploration around the Mendenhall Glacier
    Included in price
    Downtown Juneau
    End point

    Downtown Juneau

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    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Bring your voucher in the format specified in your confirmation email for check-in.

    • Wear warm, windproof layers, as temperatures can feel colder on the water and near the glacier.

    • Wear closed-toe shoes with good grip, suitable for boat decks and lakeside trails.

    • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for protection on the open boat deck and glacier area.

    What’s not allowed

    • Do not touch or feed any wildlife at sea or near the glacier at any time.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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