Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Location
- Juneau, United States
- Rating
- 4.2 / 5 · 64 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Alaska Travel Adventures Inc.
- Meeting point
- JUNEAU MEETING PLACEOn the sidewalk, under the cables of the Mt. Roberts Tram -15 minutes prior to tour departure. Once at the meeting area, look for the Alaska Travel Adventures tour representative. They will be wearing a red jacket/shirt, with the Caribou logo.
Description
While you’re in port in Juneau, venture to Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin for a true Alaskan gold adventure! Hear about the historic Alaskan Gold Rush and learn how to pan for gold – you’ll keep all the gold you find! Your guide, dressed in traditional 19th-century attire, will take you to a secluded location along Gold Creek, only accessible with a special permit, and show you what it was like during the Gold Rush for the thousands who flocked to the region. Choose to either pan in the creek or enter the waist-high water in the demonstration trough – either way, you’re guaranteed to find gold!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Season
- Starts Apr 27, 2027
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $99
- Child (ages 0–12)
- $79
Out at sunset: the 4:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:24 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Last Chance Mining Museum
Catch “gold fever” and experience what it was like to seek your fortune during Gold Rush days! Learn to pan for gold and keep all you find! Discover Juneau’s colorful mining heritage for yourself. Head out with your prospector/guide for a historical tour of Juneau, including the state capitol. Then, turn up the road to Gold Creek and “Last Chance Basin,” where Joe Juneau and Richard Harris struck gold in 1880. In a beautiful, secluded setting near a waterfall alongside Gold Creek — only accessible for groups under our tour’s special permit — your prospector shows you how gold panning is really done. Then, it’s your turn, as you expertly work the pan with helpful tips and advice in the creek, or in the waist-high demonstration trough. People of all ages and mobility limitations can learn how to pan and capture the full gold-rush experience. You’re guaranteed to find gold, and all that glitters is yours to keep! See the remnants of the original buildings of the Alaska-Juneau Mining Company all around you. At the height of production, it was the largest operation of its type in the world. You’ll learn about the mining techniques used, and the quest for gold that is such a major part of Alaska’s history. Take home a souvenir Orelove Brothers Gold Claim Certificate, all the gold you find, and an appreciation of what it was like to seek your fortune in the wilds of Alaska more than a century ago.
What's included
Included
Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
All necessary equipment
Transportation
Guide
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.2
64 reviews
How it compares in Juneau
- No. 44 by number of reviews among 95 tours in Juneau
- Starting price $99 is 32% below the typical $145 for tours of similar length in Juneau
Excurgo comparison of 95 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure take?
Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Juneau experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM.
How much does Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure cost for children?
Children aged 0–12 pay from $79, adults from $99.
Can I cancel Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is JUNEAU MEETING PLACE: On the sidewalk, under the cables of the Mt. Roberts Tram -15 minutes prior to tour departure. Once at the meeting area, look for the Alaska Travel Adventures tour representative. They will be wearing a red jacket/shirt, with the Caribou logo. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 64 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Alaska Travel Adventures Inc..
Reviews(64)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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