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Mendenhall Glacier Tours
A trip to Alaska means many different things. There is wildlife and whale watching. You can go rafting or experience one of the many other adventures. Possibly the most exciting thing, is going on one of the Mendenhall glacier tours. When you go on these tours, you are able to witness one of the most famous sites in all of the Alaska. People from all over the world visit this spot, and so should you by contacting one of our trusted tour operators.
If you view this glacier from the cruise ship, it is a far cry from experiencing it first hand. You will only be able to view it from a distance as you sail by which is not the way to enjoy this state treasure. In addition, another popular spot is the U.S. Forest Service Interpretive Center. There you will be able to attain all the information about this famous landmark as well as visit trails and look out spots to view it. Do not allow yourself to miss out on this great opportunity because you stayed on your cruise ship.
There are many ways you can experience the Mendenhall Glacier, and from a cruise ship is not one of them. You can go on a trek or climb, a guided walk, or on a raft trip. By far the most popular trip to experience is the helicopter dog sledding or a helicopter landing with a guided walk. You can get there by any of these ways but the fastest way to get there is with one of the Mendenhall helicopter glacier tours.
When you take this great adventure, you will be able to experience a side of Alaska that you had previously only read about. You will be able to fly in, and then you can go on your adventure. You can go dog sledding, or walk across these ancient ice fields. You can do any of the things that you want when experiencing this well known treasure.
If you want to go on a Mendenhall glacier helicopter excursion, be sure to book early. These are very popular, and our spots fill up quickly. If you miss out on this, you will surely be disappointed. You may never again have the opportunity to take part in such an experience.
You will get to see amazing things such as mountain peeks and rainforests when you go on this adventure. You will have two great trips in one. First, you will get to enjoy the ride over, and then you will get to have a new adventure once you land.
JUNEAU
MENDENHALL GLACIER EXCURSIONS
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JNU-232 -
Mendenhall Glacier Trek
(2008)
Allow 7 hours / Price:
$203 per person
May 3 Through September 18
Professional guides lead the trip and provide expert instruction &
interpretation while blending safety with fun. The trip begins with a
two and a half mile trail hike through the rainforest and along the
lake's edge of the Mendenhall Glacier, over forest and rocky terrain.
The elevation gain is approximately 300-500 feet.
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JNU-233 -
Mendenhall Glacier Trek & Climb
(2008)
Allow 7 hours / Price: $203 per
person, $273 per person, Private Tour
May 3 Through September 18
Trace the path of glacial succession as you introduce yourself to glacier
trekking and ice climbing on the Mendenhall Glacier! This trip features close-up
views of ice caves, streams, crevasses and other unique glacial formations. This
is a once in a lifetime adventure!
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JNU-226 -
Mendenhall Glacier & Guided Walk (2008)
Allow 2.25 hours / Price: $269 per
person < 250 lbs; $403 > 250 lbs fully outfitted
Moments after departing Juneau,
you’ll enjoy breathtaking vistas seen by few. Thriving rain forests,
alpine ridges, and mountain peaks create a dramatic setting for the
awe-inspiring Mendenhall Glacier. Your flight takes you over the glacier
itself; the helicopter’s perspective giving you an eagle’s-eye view of
ice spires, deep blue crevasses and meltwater pools. Descending towards
our landing site, you’ll fly past the Mendenhall Towers -- rock
sentinels that soar to nearly 7,000 feet! MORE / ADD TO CART >
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JNU-201 -
Mendenhall Glacier Raft/Float
Trip
(2008)
Allow 4 hours / Price: $119 per
adult; $80 per child under 12
Take an exciting ride down the Mendenhall
River, which flows from the glacier. A sense of adventure, film for your camera
and an appreciation of natural beauty and cultural history are all that you’ll
need. Join the adventure and paddle along with your guide, or sit back and let
us do the work as you take in the spectacular scenery.
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