Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure
Overview
A must-see sight while in port in Juneau is the Mendenhall Glacier and on this exciting 3.5-hour white-water rafting tour, you'll get up close to this impressive natural wonder! Sit back and have fun as your guide paddles you through Class II and III rapids at the foot of the glacier. While you float along the 6-mile (9.6-km) route, take in the amazing sights of the glacier, the sheer mountains and the abundant wildlife. No rafting experience is required and this tour is suitable for the whole family. Want to be more active and involved? Ask for a paddle raft, where you will follow your guide's commands and power your raft through the 1-mile stretch of class II rapids. Whatever your preferred activity level, we can accommodate you.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Transportation
- Professional guide
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- Souveniers (available for purchase)
- Souvenier Photo (available for purchase)
Meeting Location
490 South Franklin Street
Juneau, AK 99801, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Mendenhall River
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must weigh at least 50 lbs (22 kg) in order to fit into required life jackets
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult
- Please indicate your ship or hotel name when booking your tour
- Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure?
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Activity code: C-5474PRTJNURAFT
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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.
Feb 2023- 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.
- Snacks.
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee.
- Transportation.
- Professional guide.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Gratuities.
- Souveniers (available for purchase).
- Souvenier Photo (available for purchase).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Transportation
- Professional guide
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- Souveniers (available for purchase)
- Souvenier Photo (available for purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must weigh at least 50 lbs (22 kg) in order to fit into required life jackets
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult
- Please indicate your ship or hotel name when booking your tour
- Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
