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Liquid Alaska Tours
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7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Liquid Alaska Tours offers intimate, small group tours exploring and discovering the Alaska wilderness in Juneau, Alaska. We are a premiere adventure company that specializes canoe tours around Mendenhall Lake and to the Mendenhall Glacier. Our goal is to make your Alaska Vacation as safe, as easy and as memorable as possible. All of our guides are WFR (Wilderness First Responders) and/or EMT’s. So hop off your Alaska cruise ship and step into the remote Alaska Wilderness with Liquid Alaska Tours.
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Adventure Tours
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Virginia K
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Aug 2024 • Family
My sister and I had an amazing time on this trip. Our guide Ryley was so welcoming, personable, and fun. She made our canoe trip very enjoyable and informative about the history of the Mendenhall glacier and its surrounding mountains. What made it more memorable was there was myself, my sister, and another traveler who signed up for this tour but luckily we had one of Ryley’s colleagues, Jordan, who joined in to help us paddle the 10-person canoe across the lake to see the Mendenhall glacier. We were blessed with amazing weather, sunny with no clouds in sight and we got to see the panoramic views of all the beautiful mountains that you wouldn’t normally get to see. Highly recommend this to anyone who’d enjoy a nice little workout to get an amazing view of the glacier while having a great guide like Ryley and her colleague Jordan to help out.
Written August 23, 2024
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Wow, there's nothing like a rare sunny day in Juneau! Even better with Ryley and Jordan to spend the morning with! Thank you so much for joining us and taking the time to leave us this review!
Written August 27, 2024
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NydiaO63
Sedona, AZ64 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
Canoe to the glacier and then trekking of glacier. What a once in a lifetime experience. We were picked up by Liquid Alaska Tours at downtown Juneau. We were provided with boots, gloves, rain pants and jackets. We canoed to the glacier about two miles. Once at the glacier we were provided with the crampons needed. Andrew and Casey were phenomenal guides. They helped us with everything from what layers of clothing to wear to how to trek the glacier. They provided many areas to take pictures. We each were given dry bags which contained water and snacks. If you are in Juneau and you want to experience the glacier, I highly recommend this tour. You spend more time on the glacier by taking canoe versus hiking to the glacier as hiking to it takes more time. This is a must tour!
Written June 28, 2021
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Nydia, your tour photos are incredible and appreciate you detailing all the aspects of your experience! We hope you had a once-in-a-lifetime experience with us in Juneau!
Written June 28, 2021
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Dacia T
Canton, GA3 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Adventure and challenge all rolled into a fantastic excursion. Remember the days of summer camp and learning to canoe - those memories will be revived as you and your new friends boat across the lake. And then the hike to the edge of the Mendenhall glacier on ground it wants covered. Kelsey and Kelby were excellent super knowledgeable funny and great with people. They made this adventure a 5+. Liquid Alaska Tours equipped you with excellent out with outerwear waterproof pants raincoat gloves and rubber boats. Safety is important too, so life vest, helmets and walking sticks are part of your equipment. a waterproof backpack with snacks to enjoy after the canoe portion and before the hike. At the end of the excursion while you’re returning all the equipment you were treated to a hot drink of coffee hot chocolate or cider. I highly recommend this excursion and would do it again in a heartbeat.
Written September 29, 2022
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A perfect way to describe the experience, "Adventure and challenge all rolled into a fantastic excursion"! Thank you for joining us on tour!
Written October 25, 2022
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Jrbsmom166
New York City, NY138 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
Thanks to Ryan & Andrew our guides (and Mario & Baxter (?) our trainees) we had a great outing. Our guides put safety first, made sure we had all the proper equipment and wore it the correct way. They pointed out really cool (no pun intended) areas of the glacier, took awesome pictures, and filled the time with interesting facts and funny jokes. So glad I went!
Written July 22, 2021
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We wholeheartedly appreciate you choosing Liquid Alaska for your Juneau adventure experience! Our guides are some of the best and we are thrilled to have shown you the glacier!
Written July 22, 2021
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Kabul166 contributions
Aug 2021
We took the Mendenhall Glacier tour that involved a kayak trip across the lake and then walk on the glacier itself. It was great, we met our guides Andrew and Baxter at the appointed location and were provided with the necessary safety and water proof equipment . Both of our guides were very knowledgeable and explained our planned activities with an emphasis on safety. They instructed us on how to get in and out of the kayak; and once on the glacier itself, told us where to walk; how the glacier was formed and how it has melted over the years. Andrew and Baxter sprinkled a bit of humor in all of our activities and assisted in our photography. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and would take another type of Liquid Alaska tour with Andrew and Baxter
Written August 16, 2021
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We take pride in having some of the best guides in the industry and we greatly appreciate you recognizing their efforts! Please visit us in Juneau again soon!
Written August 19, 2021
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acibowilson
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA14 contributions
Jul 2022
I was traveling on a Alaska trip with my family of four (2 teen daughters) and our stop in Juneau was fairly brief. We wanted to experience the glacier up close and personal rather than looking across the lake from the visitor’s center. The adventure did not disappoint. The canoe trip to the glacier was enjoyable, and Lena shared a plethora of interesting facts and details of the area while we paddled. Our group made great time, which afforded us extra time to explore the glacial moraine and even stop by Nugget Falls on the way back (the best view is from the water). Ryan and Lena (sorry if I spelled wrong ;)) were fantastic. Their enthusiasm for sharing as well as their humor kept us laughing. No view can compare to the experience of being up close and personal with the ice. And given the rate of recession, it is a dynamic and ever changing experience. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Liquid Alaska. Their small group approach made the experience personal and that much more enjoyable. And the hot cocoa and coffee at the Glacial Grind can’t be beat after a rainy paddle!
Written July 24, 2022
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Thank you for joining us out at the ice! Awesome to see you appreciate the views no one else will get you to! Sounds like a great day with Lena and Ryan followed up by trip to the world famous Glacier Grind! We appreciate the great review!
Written July 25, 2022
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haopytraveller
Irvine, CA6 contributions
Aug 2021
The Glacier Walk Tour was nearly cancelled due to the incredible amounts of rain we had during our visit to Juneau. We could not get to the starting point to canoe to the MendenHall Glacier due to flooding. By early afternoon the road had cleared enough for us to be able make it to the canoe launch area. It was a fun trip. We canoed to the glacier, then hiked "along" the glacier and saw some incredible caves. We could not hike on the glacier due to the rains - was too dangerous. Our two guides, Ryan and Mario made the best of it with the walk along some beautiful blue caves. Was very impressed how they turned an impossible adventure into a fun one that for me is very memorable. Kudos to them.
Written September 13, 2021
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We appreciate your honest and straightforward review of your time on tour with us! The Alaskan wilderness is always magical despite the weather and obstacles, and we're so thrilled you felt the same about your experience!
Written September 18, 2021
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Danielle F
17 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
We had an amazing time and great views of Mendenhall Glacier on the Mendenhall Lake Canoe Tour. Bryce was a terrific guide making sure to point out all the wildlife and getting us to all the best viewpoints. He was knowledgeable, personable, and passionate about what he does.
Written September 27, 2023
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When going paddling on the Mendenhall Lake you want to make sure you have Bryce in the boat to show you all the best spots! Thank you so much for the review and for joining us out on the water!
Written September 28, 2023
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Ali D
6 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
An unforgettable, once in a lifetime experience! stunning views and an amazing adventure!!
Canoe ride on the Mendenhall Lake all the way to the beach overlooking the glacier. it was breathtaking. Our guides were incredible - picked us up right at the port, drove us 30 minutes through Juneau to the lake and gave us local insight into the town and the nature along the way. Our guides Kelby and Kevin made the canoe ride so much fun, and Kels brought big chunks of ice for us to pose with. Incredible memories and photos! So refreshingly non-touristic- a great way to support a cool local organization. We loved every minute!!!
They’ll give you waterproof gear and some snacks for the journey, be sure to wear warm socks.
Thanks so much Kevin Kelby and Kels for a fantastic experience we will never forget!!
Canoe ride on the Mendenhall Lake all the way to the beach overlooking the glacier. it was breathtaking. Our guides were incredible - picked us up right at the port, drove us 30 minutes through Juneau to the lake and gave us local insight into the town and the nature along the way. Our guides Kelby and Kevin made the canoe ride so much fun, and Kels brought big chunks of ice for us to pose with. Incredible memories and photos! So refreshingly non-touristic- a great way to support a cool local organization. We loved every minute!!!
They’ll give you waterproof gear and some snacks for the journey, be sure to wear warm socks.
Thanks so much Kevin Kelby and Kels for a fantastic experience we will never forget!!
Written September 20, 2022
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We're grateful for all the compliments to our guides and your experience with us!
Written October 25, 2022
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Jennifer S
1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Family
My family had the best time on our Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure! We were able to have an unforgettable experience both canoeing and traversing alongside the glacier, with magnificent views. We got lucky with perfect weather and great guides, Sophie and Biko who not only were a wealth of information, but made the experience most enjoyable with their high energy. Sophie kept the ‘dad jokes’ coming in between dishing out knowledge about the glacier and lake as we paddled. While Biko was calm and steady as he led the canoe, but also went out of his way to grab a chunk of ice to hold in our photos and also took a selfie of the boat to send to our group. Highly recommend this as a unique experience in Juneau!
Written August 22, 2024
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Sophie and Biko are our expert comedians and ice wranglers! We're thrilled that you had such a special time visiting the glacier with them! Thank you so much for choosing Liquid Alaska!
Written August 27, 2024
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Hello, I want to ask you it the tour guides provided with boots too. I do not want to carry those from home. Thank you
Written July 8, 2019
Yes, they provide ALL gear needed including boots, waterproof pants that fit over what you’re already wearing, rain jacket, and a dry bag for other personal belongings. Definitely book this tour, worth every penny.
Written July 11, 2019
Hi - would love to do this trip but am concerned about walking on the glacier as I am in the final stages of recovery from a ACL injury. Can you just canoe and not actually walk on glacier?
Written June 11, 2019
Hello and thank you for reaching out to us! We have a canoe only tour that spends more time paddling around the glacier lake. It allows for better chances to see wildlife, close ups to waterfalls, and of course an unobstructed view head on of the glacier itself.
Written June 13, 2019
chris626410
Springfield - Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Can children (ages 11 and 9) do this tour?
Written December 31, 2018
Hi. Thank you for reaching out. Unfortunately, we do not allow children under the age of 12 on our Mendenhall Glacier ICE Adventure. Our tour is 5-5.5 hours and quite active (the canoe portion is around 60 minutes each way paired up with 60-90 minutes of glacier trekking). Our guideline is for safety and enjoyment of the children as well as other guests. If you have any other questions about Juneau tours, please feel free to reach out as we are more than happy to help. Enjoy your Alaska Adventures!
Written January 2, 2019
I'm considering sailing on the Norwegian Bliss next year. We wouldn't be arriving in Juneau until 2:30 pm. Would this excursion still be possible? It sounds amazing!!
Written September 25, 2018
Yes! Just choose the 3pm tour time for the Norwegian Bliss arriving at 2:30pm.
Written September 25, 2018
Hi there, how much time does the Mendenhall ice caves tour take?
thanks in advance
Written June 23, 2018
Liquid Alaska Tours does not offer an ice cave tour since ice caves are not always formed or safe to enter. Our Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour is 5.5 hours long, one of the most extensive glacier explorations available in Juneau. So you’re chances of seeing ice caves and other unique glacier features are much higher than with shorter tours.
Guest have posted many photos and reviews from when our tours are able to enter stable ice caves. But melt features like ice caves come and go sporadically, and are not to be expected on a normal tour.
Written July 28, 2018
I am not a gym-going kind of person. I felt it was moderately active. You start on a rocky ground surface. Just watch where you are walking. On the glacier, it was very steep at times, but do-able. If you have no problems with walking, you should be fine. It was worth it! The guides are with you every step of the way and help out with the steep surfaces if you need it.
Written June 24, 2018
Jodi H
Pointe Blanche, St Martin / St Maarten
Can we come with 3 kids - 8, 12 and 14?
Written June 13, 2018
Hello Jodi,
Thank you for reaching out to us. We have a minimum age of 12 years old and minimum weight of 90 lbs in order to participate on our Ice Adventure tour. Due to relative high activity level of this tour as well as ensuring the proper fitment of our safety and rain equipment, we are not able to make exceptions to age or weight.
Written June 13, 2018
How would you rate the level of difficulty of the tour?
Written May 23, 2018
The tour requires a fair amount of physical input, but it is highly rewarding! As far as day tours in Juneau go, it would be at the higher end of the activity level.
Written May 23, 2018
Yes! Just double check your arrival and all aboard time so that you can choose the tour departure that lines up with that particular ship.
Written April 29, 2018
Are you still offering tours to the ice caves? Or did they collapse in 2016?
Written April 25, 2017
A new ice cave has formed. But the glacier is constantly changing and moving. This one may not last long, but there is a second one forming as this one melts and breaks away. If you want to check the current status, the Liquid Alaska facebook/instagram has up to date photos and other info.
Written May 9, 2017
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