Excursion Glacier view sea kayaking tour at Juneau

Learn to handle a kayak from an expert, and then put your new skills to use with an unforgettable seaborne adventure as you glide through the waters native-style. Get up-close looks at wildlife and enjoy ever-changing views of the Mendenhall Glacier in the distance and get a sense of the experience that greeted the Aleut Indians as they travelled these waters two centuries ago.

Transfer by bus to North Douglas Island for scenic views of the Mendenhall Glacier in the distance. Upon arrival be outfitted in life jackets and raingear before beginning your adventure. Learn paddling techniques from your experienced guide before settling into a 2-person kayak for 1.5 to 2 hours of guided sea kayaking and an informative tour of Fritz Cove. In small groups of six kayaks you are able to stealthily approach wildlife. Bald eagles and their nests, herons, shore birds and waterfowl are all common sights. You will also visit the Mendenhall Wetlands, a protected habitat teeming with more than 140 species of birds, nearly a dozen different mammals and an abundance of marine life.

Then board your coach for the return drive to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Mendenhall Glacier and Wetlands, North Douglas Island, Fritz Cove, Smuggler's Cove, Indigenous Flora and Fauna, Wildlife, Marine Life, Bird

Note

Please note: This tour is recommended only for guests in good physical condition and requires up to 120 minutes of paddling. Although a minimal amount of walking is required, guests must be able to climb into the kayak. It is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. Tour is conducted in 2-person kayaks in groups of up to 6 kayaks. We suggest you dress in layers and wear footwear that can get wet; rain gear is provided. Bring goves and an extra pair of socks.  Guests must weigh between 40 and 275 pounds (18-124 kilograms / 3-19 stone) or fit in a cockpit that is 17 inches x 17 inches (43 centimetres) and sign a waiver to participate. Although commonly observed on this type of excursion, wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Children 13 to 17 years must have a signed parental consent form to participate without the parent or guardian. Space is limited. This tour is not exclusive to Silversea guests.