Mendenhall Glacier & Wildlife Quest
Mendenhall Glacier & Wildlife Quest Tour Brochure (1.0MB) 
Experience Alaska’s premier attractions, glaciers and wildlife, from two very different vantage points: by land and by sea.
A narrated motorcoach ride takes you to view and photograph the famous Mendenhall Glacier. At the newly renovated Visitor Center you’ll have the opportunity to talk with Forest Service interpreters, and – through interactive exhibits – learn about the awesome force of glacial ice.
Back aboard the motorcoach you’ll take a scenic route through the Mendenhall Valley. At Auke Bay you’ll board a waterjet-powered catamaran specially designed for wildlife viewing. Relax in the warm, comfortable, spacious main cabin, surrounded by large windows as your experienced captain guides you through the island-studded waters of Stephen’s Passage.
Against a majestic backdrop of snow-capped peaks and glaciers, the onboard naturalist will explain the behavior and habitat of wildlife you may encounter, including humpback and killer whales, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles, bears and Sitka blacktail deer.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
- Guests should be able to comfortably walk at least 250 yards unassisted on inclined pathways to fully enjoy attractions at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center.
- Electric wheelchairs and electric scooters cannot be accommodated on this tour.
- Passengers with disabilities must contact their cruise line's onboard Tour Office at least 48 hours in advance to ensure arrangements can be made to meet their particular needs.
- The operators of this tour guarantee you will see a whale. If not, you will receive a $100 cash refund ($50 refund per child) as you disembark the sightseeing vessel.
- This tour includes a 3 hour cruise, 1 hour at the Mendenhall Glacier, and a 30 minute narrated motorcoach transfer each way.
- Binoculars, souvenir route map, snacks, coffee, tea, and cocoa are provided.
- Dress warmly and bring a rainproof jacket.
- This tour is approved by the United States Park Service.
- You cannot walk on the Mendenhall Glacier as there is no direct access.
- Accessible restrooms are available on the whale watching boat and next to the bus drop off area at the Mendenhall Glacier.
- Bring your camera.
- Tour order may very.
