A longer version of the glacier-and-whales day, with more time at the Mendenhall Glacier area for the walk toward the waterfall. It's listed on Viator as "Mendenhall Glacier Waterfall and Whale Watching Tour". You book on Viator; the operator runs the tour.
Practical details
- Destination: Juneau
- Type: Whale Watching & Wildlife Tours, Glacier Tours & Cruises, Cruise Shore Excursions
- Run by: Dolphin Jet Boat Tours (tour operator on Viator)
- Private or shared: Shared (up to 30 guests)
- How long: About 5.5 hours
- Where it starts: Outside the Goldbelt Tram building, street side, downtown Juneau. Look for a Dolphin representative with a blue sign with yellow letters.
- Included: Binoculars; English-speaking guide; snack bag with hot chocolate and coffee.
- Not included: Audio and written guides.
- Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund, per the Viator listing.
- Price: See current price and availability on Viator.
Check the date, start time and price with the deal buttons before you pay. Details last checked: 2026-10-20, on the Viator listing.
Alternatives
- Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watching Tour: Whale watching by boat plus a Mendenhall Glacier stop.
- Juneau Whale Watching Cruise: Three hours on the water looking for whales, with narration.
- Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch: 3-hour whale watch with transfers from the port.
Planning tip: read Juneau whale watching: choosing a tour format.
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