Nature and Wildlife Tours in Juneau at a glance
- Our pick: Juneau Scenic Road Trip: Wildlife & Glacier Views, US$ 500 per group (2h 45m–3h 15m, 4.77★ · 362).
- Top rated: Juneau: Whale Watching Tour & Nugget Falls with Harbor Pickup, US$ 178 per person (3h 45m, 4.99★ · 2,620).
- Best value: Mt. Roberts Tramway tour with craft beer: Totem Loop hike, US$ 125 per person (1h–2h, 4.53★ · 70).
Price per person across the 25 options priced per person: US$ 125–US$ 1,119 (median US$ 249). With 100+ reviews: 16 of 26.
Of the 26 options: 25 with live guides in English, 19 with free cancellation, 20 with instant confirmation, 13 with hotel pickup, 15 kid-friendly, 3 private and 16 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 50 reviews.
Nature and Wildlife Tours in Juneau — Nugget Falls, Mt. Roberts Tramway and 11 more
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26 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Juneau whale watching tour: Humpback whales guaranteed Three and a half hours searching Juneau's waters for humpback whales aboard a heated jet boat with naturalist guide. Next departure: 24 Apr 2027 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 4.95 (9,574 reviews) Duration: 3h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 177 per person
Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watching with Pickup See humpback whales on a jet boat in Juneau, plus explore Mendenhall Glacier. Includes roundtrip cruise terminal pickup, heated cabin, naturalist guide. Next departure: 18 Apr 2027 · All ages ★ 4.93 (7,689 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 249 per person
Juneau Whale Tour: 3.5 Hours & Glacier Views, Small Groups Small-group whale watching in Juneau on a 40-foot catamaran with heated cabin and walk-around deck. 2.25 hours on water, max 20 passengers, complimentary bus pickup. Next departure: 10 May 2027 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.92 (1,583 reviews) Duration: 3h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 209 per person
Juneau: Whale Watching Tour & Nugget Falls with Harbor Pickup Sit close to whales in Juneau’s wild waters, spot glaciers and native wildlife, and feel the spray at Nugget Falls: includes harbor pickup, snacks, and a local guide. Next departure: 1 Jun 2027 · All ages ★ 4.99 (2,620 reviews) Duration: 3h 45m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 178 per person
Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour from Juneau Paddle across Mendenhall Lake to the glacier face with an expert guide, waterproof gear included, and roundtrip transport from the cruise ship docks in downtown Juneau. Next departure: 2 May 2027 · From age 12 ★ 4.98 (1,646 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 251 per person
Mendenhall Glacier canoe and hike tour from Juneau Paddle past icebergs on Mendenhall Lake and hike the moraine in front of the glacier with expert guides who provide all gear and transport from downtown Juneau. Next departure: 2 May 2027 · From age 12 ★ 4.97 (1,493 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 330 per person
Juneau Scenic Road Trip: Wildlife & Glacier Views Private 3-hour scenic drive through Juneau's 100-mile road system with a live guide pointing out wildlife, glaciers and Nugget Falls Every day · 09:00 and 13:00 · Pickup available ★ 4.77 (362 reviews) Duration: 2h 45m–3h 15m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 500 per group
Juneau: 5-Glacier Seaplane Tour & Taku Glacier Views Fly over Alaska's Juneau Icefield in a 10-passenger floatplane. See five glaciers including Taku Glacier with guaranteed window seats and narration included. Next departure: 27 Apr 2027 · All ages ★ 4.93 (209 reviews) Duration: 1h 15m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 400 per person
Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watch Combo Tour in Juneau Two-hour whale watching tour in Juneau's Inside Passage followed by 1.5 hours at Mendenhall Glacier, bus transport, boat. Next departure: 24 Apr 2027 · All ages ★ 4.75 (972 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 199 per person
Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watching Jet Boat Tour Humpback whale jet boat tour from Auke Bay plus Mendenhall Glacier views. Small groups, family-owned since 1994. Includes snacks and coffee. Next departure: 24 Apr 2027 · All ages ★ 4.72 (247 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 189 per person
Juneau Whale Watching Tour & Jet Boat with Local Crew Feel the salt air and watch humpbacks up close on a Juneau whale watching tour. Includes jet boat ride, local guide, snacks, and easy transfers from downtown. Next departure: 24 Apr 2027 · All ages ★ 4.78 (363 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 154 per person
Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier Canoe Paddle & Hike Adventure Feel the chill of Mendenhall Glacier up close in Juneau with a guided canoe paddle, lakeside hike, and real glacier views: gear, snacks, and pickup included. Next departure: 3 May 2027 · Pickup available · From age 12 ★ 4.92 (206 reviews) Duration: 5h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 429 per person
Juneau: Whale Watching & Sentinel Lighthouse Tower Tour 4-hour Juneau whale watching tour with Sentinel Island lighthouse climb, Mendenhall Glacier views & local snacks. Heated boat, binoculars included. Next departure: 30 Apr 2027 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 4.99 (599 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 199 per person
Mendenhall Glacier Hike Juneau: 7-Mile Trek & Glacier Views Trek six to seven miles through Alaska's largest temperate rainforest to Mendenhall Glacier's blue ice. Includes guide, transport, and gear. 800 feet elevation gain. Next departure: 10 May 2027 · Pickup available · From age 10 ★ 4.94 (133 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 249 per person
Mendenhall Glacier canoe paddle and hike: 5.5 hours Paddle across Mendenhall Lake toward the glacier, then hike rocky terrain with a guide to examine crevasses and ice features up close on this guided adventure. Next departure: 3 May 2027 · Pickup available · From age 12 ★ 4.94 (79 reviews) Duration: 5h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 429 per person
Compare 11 more options for Nature and Wildlife Tours in Juneau
From US$ 125 per person · 1 h to 9 h
Juneau: Whale Watching Cruise & Salmon Bake Full Day Next departure: 1 May 2027 · All ages ★ 4.76 (311 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN from US$ 239 per person
Juneau Tracy Arm Glacier Tour: Dawes Glacier & Fjord Explorer Eight-and-a-half-hour glacier expedition from Juneau into Endicott Arm Fjord aboard a purpose-built vessel with lunch, snacks and bilingual narration. Next departure: 18 May 2027 · All ages ★ 4.85 (73 reviews) Duration: 8h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 382 per person
Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier Hike & Tongass Rainforest Walk Feel the wild air of Juneau on a guided hike through Tongass Forest to Mendenhall Glacier, with snacks, gear, and pickup included. Real Alaskan adventure, real trails. Next departure: 10 May 2027 · Pickup available · From age 10 ★ 4.90 (72 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 225 per person
Mt. Roberts Tramway tour with craft beer: Totem Loop hike Ride the Mt. Roberts Tramway 1,800 feet up, hike the Totem Loop past Alaska Native monuments and wildlife, then redeem a drink voucher at the summit beer garden or restaurant. Next departure: 15 Jun 2027 · All ages ★ 4.53 (70 reviews) Duration: 1h–2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 125 per person
Mendenhall Glacier Sea Kayaking in Alaska: Two-Person Kayaks Paddle a two-person sea kayak to view Mendenhall Glacier from six miles out, with guide instruction, all gear and snacks included. Next departure: 27 Apr 2027 · All ages ★ 4.58 (171 reviews) Duration: 3h 30m Live guide: EN from US$ 159 per person
Juneau: Pack Creek Brown Bear Viewing & Floatplane Brown bears fishing salmon at Pack Creek, Admiralty Island. Includes 25-minute floatplane, certified guide, lunch, and hiking. Small groups, 250lb weight limit. Next departure: 15 May 2027 · Pickup available · From age 12 ★ 4.76 (34 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 1,119 per person
Kayaking in Juneau: Humpback Whale Feeding Grounds Kayak the Inside Passage from Juneau with a guide, traveling by small boat to Channel Islands State Marine Park where humpbacks feed. Includes all gear. Next departure: 4 May 2027 · Pickup available · From age 8 ★ 4.67 (24 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 549 per person
Juneau rainforest hike: Mendenhall Glacier & waterfalls trek Hike 2–4 miles through Juneau's temperate rainforest with a naturalist guide to spot black bears and bald eagles near Mendenhall Glacier and Tongass. Next departure: 1 May 2027 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (36 reviews) Duration: 5h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 249 per person
Mendenhall Lake kayak tour: Paddle to the glacier Kayak across Mendenhall Lake to Mendenhall Glacier and Nugget Falls with a guide, life jackets, rain gear and snacks included Next departure: 30 Apr 2027 · All ages ★ 4.24 (55 reviews) Duration: 3h 30m Live guide: EN from US$ 279 per person
Kayaking Juneau: Paddle the Humpback Whale Feeding Ground Kayak through Alaska's humpback whale feeding ground in the Inside Passage with a professional guide, small boat transport, and all gear included. Next departure: 4 May 2027 · Pickup available · From age 8 ★ 4.57 (14 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 549 per person
Juneau private tour: Mendenhall Glacier, downtown & wildlife Private Juneau tour with a local guide visiting Mendenhall Glacier, historic downtown, and the Shrine of St. Therese while spotting local wildlife over three to four hours. Next departure: 30 Mar 2027 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 3h–4h Live guide: EN · FIL ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 300 per person
The top 12 of 26 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juneau Scenic Road Trip: Wildlife & Glacier ViewsOur pickPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 500 per group up to 6 people · ≈ US$ 83 per person if 6 go | 2h 45m–3h 15m | 4.77★ · 362 | Every day · 09:00 and 13:00 | English |
| Juneau: Whale Watching Tour & Nugget Falls with Harbor PickupTop rated | US$ 178 per person | 3h 45m | 4.99★ · 2,620 | Next departure: 1 Jun 2027 | English |
| Mt. Roberts Tramway tour with craft beer: Totem Loop hikeBest valueGroup of up to 12 | US$ 125 per person | 1h–2h | 4.53★ · 70 | Next departure: 15 Jun 2027 | English |
| Juneau whale watching tour: Humpback whales guaranteedPickup offered | US$ 177 per person | 3h 30m | 4.95★ · 9,574 | Next departure: 24 Apr 2027 | English |
| Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watching with Pickup | US$ 249 per person | 4h 30m | 4.93★ · 7,689 | Next departure: 18 Apr 2027 | English |
| Juneau Whale Tour: 3.5 Hours & Glacier Views, Small GroupsPickup offered | US$ 209 per person | 3h 30m | 4.92★ · 1,583 | Next departure: 10 May 2027 | English |
| Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour from JuneauGroup of up to 10 | US$ 251 per person | 4h | 4.98★ · 1,646 | Next departure: 2 May 2027 | English |
| Mendenhall Glacier canoe and hike tour from JuneauGroup of up to 14 | US$ 330 per person | 5h | 4.97★ · 1,493 | Next departure: 2 May 2027 | English |
| Juneau: 5-Glacier Seaplane Tour & Taku Glacier ViewsGroup of up to 10 | US$ 400 per person | 1h 15m | 4.93★ · 209 | Next departure: 27 Apr 2027 | English |
| Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watch Combo Tour in Juneau | US$ 199 per person | 5h | 4.75★ · 972 | Next departure: 24 Apr 2027 | English |
| Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watching Jet Boat Tour | US$ 189 per person | 4h 30m | 4.72★ · 247 | Next departure: 24 Apr 2027 | English |
| Juneau Whale Watching Tour & Jet Boat with Local Crew | US$ 154 per person | 3h | 4.78★ · 363 | Next departure: 24 Apr 2027 | English |
By what you need
- Private (3): Juneau Scenic Road Trip: Wildlife & Glacier Views (US$ 500 per group) · Juneau rainforest hike: Mendenhall Glacier & waterfalls trek (US$ 249 per person) · Juneau private tour: Mendenhall Glacier, downtown & wildlife (US$ 300 per person)
- Small groups (up to 15) (12): Mt. Roberts Tramway tour with craft beer: Totem Loop hike (US$ 125 per person) · Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour from Juneau (US$ 251 per person) · Mendenhall Glacier canoe and hike tour from Juneau (US$ 330 per person)
- With pickup (13): Juneau Scenic Road Trip: Wildlife & Glacier Views (US$ 500 per group) · Juneau whale watching tour: Humpback whales guaranteed (US$ 177 per person) · Juneau Whale Tour: 3.5 Hours & Glacier Views, Small Groups (US$ 209 per person)