The Top 7 Glacier Walk Tours in Juneau

To step foot on one of Alaska’s glaciers is a truly magical experience. If this is something you want to encounter yourself, then take a look at our selection of the best Juneau glacier walk tours - here’s a taster of what you can expect. 

On the Helicopter Glacier Walkabout, your adventure begins with an awe-inspiring helicopter flight over the glacier-lined terrain surrounding Juneau. Your pilot will select the best glacier to explore and then after touchdown, you’ll become a modern-day explorer! Clip on a pair of crampons and traverse the icy landscape, witnessing the deep crevasses and brilliant blue glacial pools of the icefield. 

The Icefield Helicopter Excursion is ideal if you’re short on time but still want to satisfy your adventurous spirit. In just two-and-a-half hours, you’ll experience the beauty and magic of the Juneau Icefield. See the scale of the icefield from above, before landing on the impressive Herbert Glacier. Enjoy a captivating walk on one of Juneau’s largest glaciers, learning all about how this life-sustaining marvel came to be.

Another option is the Helicopter Glacier Trek, which includes a full two hours on the ground, witnessing the incredible terrain of the Mendenhall Glacier. You’ll begin your Juneau glacier walk with a helicopter ride - it’s the only way to get to where you’re going. Enjoy spectacular aerial views before touching down and stepping foot on the electric-blue ice of one of Juneau’s glaciers.  

Take your pick from our great selection of Juneau glacier walk tours below.