Mendenhall Glacier View Sea Kayaking
Glide into a glorious adventure on a two-person sea kayak to view the mighty Mendenhall Glacier. Learn paddling techniques from an expert, then set out for possible close encounters with wildlife against a spectacular backdrop of forested slopes, nearby peaks and the icy spires of a glacier. Tour Fritz Cove, look for bald eagles and humpback whales, and visit the Mendenhall Wetlands, a protected habitat teeming with birds, mammals and marine life. Onshore, enjoy a snack and reminisce about your adventure. Sure to be a highlight of your Alaskan vacation.
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Mendenhall Glacier View Sea Kayaking
What's included in Mendenhall Glacier View Sea Kayaking
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Upon arrival, your experienced, friendly guide will help you with life jackets and rain gear before teaching you kayaking techniques. Then you will board the two-person kayaks with either a traveling companion or new friend for your Alaska nature adventure. The stable yet nimble kayaks allow you to silently approach wildlife in the area, including porpoise, seals, sea lions, eagles, herons, or even whales. You will explore the Mendenhall Wetlands where you may have the opportunity to view the spectacular Mendenhall Glacier from an ocean explorer’s point of view. The view of the glacier is from six miles away, so you'll be able to see how the massive river of ice winds through the mountain peaks for miles. This spectacular view can only be seen from this vantage point (or from the air) as long as the weather cooperates (low-hanging clouds or thick fog obscures the view). Along the way, your guide will entertain you with stories about Smugglers Cove, the history of the surrounding area, and point out local flora and fauna. Back ashore, you will enjoy a tasty Alaska style snack before the journey back to the pier.
Inclusions
- All Equipment (including rain gear, boots, spray skirt)
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Professional guide
- Snacks
- Beverages
- Transportation
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs (available for purchase)
- Souvenir Photo (available for purchase)
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children 7-12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian.
- Minimum Weight: 40 pounds to fit into required lifejacket
- Maximum Weight: Approx 250lbs dependent on waist size to fit into kayak cockpit
- Maximum Height: Guests over 6'3" will not be able to use the rudders to steer and may be uncomfortable in the kayak
- Guests should be in good health and will need to paddle for approximately 2 hours
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- On the sidewalk, under the cables of the Mt. Roberts Tram. Please be at the designated location 15 minutes prior to departure time. Alaska Travel Adventures representative will be wearing a red jacket/shirt and a red hat. Present your voucher to the representative.
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JUNEAU MEETING PLACE: On the sidewalk, under the cables of the Mt. Roberts Tram. LOCAL PHONE NUMBER: 907-789-0052 Please be at the designated location 15 minutes prior to departure time. • Children 7-12 must be accompanied by an adult. Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian. • Minimum Weight: 40 pounds to fit into required lifejacket • Maximum Weight: Approx 250lbs dependent on waist size to fit into kayak cockpit • Maximum Height: Guests over 6'3" will not be able to use the rudders to steer and may be uncomfortable in the kayak • Guests should be in good health and will need to paddle for approximately 2 hours • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port
