Expedition Overview
Expedition Overview
SPECIAL OFFERS
- Limited Time Offer: Families & Groups Save on Select Departures
For a limited time, families and groups can save on cabin fare for select 2023 Expedition Cruise departures when they book by June 30, 2023.
Two travelers paying full price per person can enjoy the following savings when they bring 2 guests:
- 1st guest (aged 22 and under): Save 50% on cabin fare
- 2nd guest (aged 22 and under): Free cabin fare
One traveler paying full price may also enjoy the following savings when bringing 2 guests:
- 1st guest (aged 22 and under): Save 50% on cabin fare
- 2nd guest (aged 22 and under): Free cabin fare
Call (888) 966-8687 to take advantage of this limited-time offer.
On select 2023 departures, every two full-paying adults are welcome to bring a guest aged 22 and under at 50% off and a second guest aged 22 and under for free. Offer applicable only on bookings of two double-occupancy cabins, and second cabin must be in same category or lower as first cabin. An individual full-paying adult is welcome to bring a guest aged 22 and under at 50% off and a second guest 22 and under for free when booking a single double- or triple-occupancy cabin, pending availability. Valid on cabin fare only, not valid on extensions or airfare. Please call for details.
Available Departures- Aug 4-9, 2023
- Aug 19-24, 2023
- Aug 24-29, 2023
- Aug 29-Sep 3, 2023
- Aug 31-Sep 5, 2023
- Air Credit on Select 2023 & 2024 Expedition Cruise Departures
Book by April 30, 2023 and receive a $700 air credit per person on select departures. Valid for new bookings only, subject to availability. Call for details.
Available Departures- Aug 4-9, 2023
- Aug 19-24, 2023
- Aug 24-29, 2023
- Aug 29-Sep 3, 2023
- Aug 31-Sep 5, 2023
- Special Offer for Solo Travelers
Book by June 30, 2023 and we will waive the solo premium on solo cabins on select departures. Valid for new bookings only, subject to availability. Call for details.
Available Departures- Aug 4-9, 2023
- Aug 19-24, 2023
- Aug 24-29, 2023
- Aug 29-Sep 3, 2023
- Aug 31-Sep 5, 2023
- Enter narrow channels and secluded harbors that are inaccessible to large ships aboard the agile National Geographic Sea Lion or National Geographic Sea Bird.
- Get close up to dramatic icebergs and glaciers on excursions by expedition landing craft in Tracy or Endicott Arm.
- Take in an aerial view of the jagged peaks and ice caps of Glacier Bay on an optional flight-seeing tour.
- Young travelers on board can take part in the Global Explorers program, learning about glaciers, whales, and the undersea during fun, hands-on activities with our naturalists.
- NEW! Enjoy complimentary beer and wine while aboard the ship.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Explore wild Alaska on an action-packed expedition aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion or National Geographic Sea Bird. Spend six adventure-filled days discovering stunning coastal scenery, iconic wildlife, and the timeless culture of the land's indigenous people. With our nimble expedition ship as our moving basecamp, kayak deep into glacially carved fjords, hike beneath towering spruce and hemlocks in old-growth rain forests, raft from an ancient Tlingit village, and more.
This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.
Arrive in Sitka, Alaska, situated on the western coast of Baranof Island and overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Take a walk in Sitka National Historical Park, where Tlingit and Haida totem poles tower over coastal trails. Visit the Alaska Raptor Center for an up-close look at Alaska’s birds of prey. Later, embark the National Geographic Sea Lion or National Geographic Sea Bird.
National Geographic Sea Lion or National Geographic Sea Bird for the entire voyage
Explore the breathtaking bays of Baranof or Chichagof Islands, both part of the ancient Tongass National Forest. Chichagof Island harbors one of the highest concentrations of brown bears in the world, and both islands are home to diverse wildlife. Kayak or paddleboard along rugged coastlines, and in the afternoon, go hiking through the temperate rain forest, listening for bald eagles calling out from the tops of towering spruce and hemlock trees.
Spend today searching for wildlife in rich waters where the Pacific Ocean meets the Inside Passage. Options include an expedition landing craft cruise among the Inian Islands, where an abundance of Steller sea lions reside; kayaking in the calm outer waters of Glacier Bay; or hiking in lush temperate rain forest.
Known as the “adventure capital of Alaska,” Haines is situated on a scenic peninsula between the Chilkoot and Chilkat Rivers. Hike one of the many world-class trails in the area, enjoy an optional flight-seeing tour over Glacier Bay National Park, or cycle along the edge of a glacial lake. Or visit the ancient Tlingit village of Klukwan and enjoy a traditional dance and cultural performance before setting off on a rafting excursion, keeping an eye out for bald eagles, bears, and moose as we float through the spectacular Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve.
Wake up in Tracy Arm or Endicott Arm, part of the Tracy Arm–Fords Terror Wilderness. Cruise through this glacially carved fjord, then set out to explore by expedition landing craft. View the soaring Dawes or South Sawyer Glacier up close—and keep an eye out for the dramatic sight of huge slabs of ice breaking off and crashing into the water below. If conditions permit, paddle a kayak below the steep walls of the fjord. Celebrate your voyage with a farewell dinner on board.
Disembark in Juneau and transfer to the airport for your flight home.