Have a picnic along one of the sandy beaches or atop a rocky outcrop. We give you the necessary gear and information to guide yourself and create your own adventure. This is our most popular self-guided rental package so reserve this trip early as there are limited permits per day for this route.

Package Cost: $99 per person
Trip Duration: Approximately 4.5 - 5 hours roundtrip
Trip Highlights: Paddling near icebergs, close-up views of Mendenhall Glacier and Nugget Falls
Trip Rating: Easy to Moderate - Previous paddling experience recommended

Sample Itinerary:
1/2 hour - Van pick up in downtown and transport to kayak shop
1/2 hour - Gear orientation and outfitting
15 minutes - Transport to Mendenhall Lake from kayak shop
15 minutes - Safety briefing and demo at lake 
3 hours - Self-guided paddle on Mendenhall Lake
1/2 hour - Pick up by van at lake and transport back to downtown

Included in price: Roundtrip van transport from Mt.Roberts Tramway in downtown Juneau, safety briefing and orientation from our kayak shop in Auke Bay harbor, roundtrip transport from our kayak shop to Mendenhall Lake, single or double sea kayaks, paddles, sprayskirts, life jackets, bilge pumps, paddle floats, rain gear, rubber boots, snack/bottled water, map of lake, permit into Tongass National Forest and Mendenhall Glacier Recreational Area.

You Bring: Comfortable clothing and shoes, camera, sunglasses, and sunscreen.