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Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour

28 Reviews 4.93 out of 5 stars Based on 28 reviews collected by Cool Alaska and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of travelers | Juneau, USA

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Overview

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!

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks We offer a snack bag of various prepackaged snacks to hold you over until you get back to your ship!
  • Audio and written guides are not included. Just in person!
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Meeting Location

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South Franklin Street
Juneau, AK 99801, USA

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What To Expect

Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center

You will be dropped off at the Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area for a self guided stop. You will be able to overlook the glacier from Photo Point Outlook, and stop by educational displays at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center. If you walk down the board walk over the salmon streams, you might get a chance to see spawning salmon, or even a bear!
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Juneau

Take a mammal friendly jet boat out of Auke Bay Harbor, and explore the waters surrounding Juneau in search of the majestic humpback whale!This tour includes two hours on the water where an experienced captain will take you to where ever the whales are hanging out that day!
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Juneau

Take a bus ride from your cruise ship to the destination!
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-466119P2

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  • SnacksWe offer a snack bag of various prepackaged snacks to hold you over until you get back to your ship!
  • Audio and written guides are not included. Just in person!

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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