Our thoughts go out to everyone impacted by the invasion of Ukraine. We are closely monitoring the situation and hoping it will be resolved soon. In the meantime, we are making alternative plans for our departures that call in Russia. We will continue to make adjustments to our itineraries as necessary. Lindblad Expeditions will directly follow up with guests with more detailed information as it becomes available.
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A Journey from Nome to Tokyo: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture
Length
20 days
Aug
From
$28,850
Top Highlights
Witness a profusion of rare wildlife in Alaska’s Pribilof and Aleutian Islands, from the deck of our ship or aboard a nimble Zodiac: from whiskered auklets and northern fur seals to Steller’s sea eagles and brown bears.
Spot the sacred red-crowned crane on a visit to the wetlands of Kushiro in Hokkaido, and learn about the culture of Hokkaido’s indigenous Ainu people on visits to a village and a living history museum.
Delve into the history of the shoguns and samurai while visiting castle ruins in Sendai, the Tokugawa hub of Mito, and the spectacular Kairakuen gardens.
Enjoy a rich program of lectures by an expert team of naturalists, historians, and photographers; and take advantage of the National Geographic Resolution’s many amenities, from wellness programs and spa treatments to gourmet dining options and wine tastings.
BE OUR GUEST: COMPLIMENTARY PRE-VOYAGE HOTEL NIGHT
Enjoy a complimentary pre-voyage hotel night in Anchorage. Valid on new bookings only, subject to availability, not applicable on extensions, and may not be combined with other offers.
BOOK SUMMER AND SAVE 25%
Book by June 30, 2022 on select 2022 departures and receive 25% off your voyage fare for Epic Coastal Alaska aboard National Geographic Orion, Extraordinary Alaska: Misty Fjords to the Hubbard Glacier, Iceland’s Wild West Coast to East Greenland, A Journey from Nome to Tokyo: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture, and Coastal Japan: Imperial Dynasties and Modern Culture. Valid for new bookings only; subject to availability at time of booking; not applicable on airfare, extensions; and may not be combined with other offers. Call for details.
FREE BAR TAB AND CREW TIPS INCLUDED
We will cover your bar tab and all tips for the crew on all National Geographic Resolution,National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Endurance, and National Geographic Orion voyages.
A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii
Length
15 days
May
Sep
From
$11,800
Top Highlights
With very special access, spend four days in Haida Gwaii, a UNESCO World Heritage site, learning from Haida interpreters about their nearly lost ancient culture and exploring these remote islands
Sail deep into fjords, narrow channels and hidden coves and bays, searching for humpback whales, dolphins, bears, and eagles
Kayak in Tracy Arm or Endicott Arm for an up-close view of calving glaciers, towering forests, and seals afloat on iridescent icebergs
In wild, roadless places, see spectacular fjords with cascading waterfalls and soaring old-growth forests of spruce and cedar
Explore the picturesque fishing village of Petersburg, and by special permit, spend a full day exploring Glacier Bay National Park
In the spirit of celebration aboard, you and your companions will be entitled to Milestone benefits:
5% off groups of 8 or more; $150 shipboard credit which can be used for gift shop items, or most shipboard items including the LEXspa, the ship’s bar and dining room; complimentary video chronicle; complimentary custom photograph of you and your guests taken by the LEX-NG Photo Instructor to capture the moment; complimentary specially served decorated cake; special welcome gift in your cabin.
For new Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness departure bookings only. Milestone celebration needs to be communicated at time of booking, amenity package is one per group and intended for the guest celebrating the Milestone event. Group discount is applicable to cruise portion only, and does not apply towards additional services such as hotels, extensions, etc. Group cancellation terms also apply. Not combinable with certain offers. Valid for groups of 8 or more.
FREE AIRFARE ON SELECT DATES
Book by June 30, 2022, to receive free roundtrip airfare from Seattle to Alaska on select departures on Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness and Wild Alaska Escapes, or free one-way airfare on select departures on Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska & British Columbia and A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii. Complimentary air is based on economy group flights and must be ticketed by Lindblad Expeditions. In the case that Lindblad's group flight is not available at time of booking, we reserve the right to issue a credit. Baggage fees may be additional. New bookings only and not combinable with other offers or pre- or post-extensions. Call for details.
Hike through lush forests and muskegs, kayak into secluded inlets, and cruise by Zodiac among electric blue icebergs and curious wildlife
By special permit, spend a full day exploring Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
If schedules permit, our conservation partners from the Alaska Whale Foundation will come aboard to meet with us and speak about the local whale population
Discover Alaska’s seldom-seen, vibrant marine life revealed by our undersea specialist
Hike and kayak in the wild remote areas of Tongass National Forest by special permit
In the spirit of celebration aboard, you and your companions will be entitled to Milestone benefits:
5% off groups of 8 or more; $150 shipboard credit which can be used for gift shop items, or most shipboard items including the LEXspa, the ship’s bar and dining room; complimentary video chronicle; complimentary custom photograph of you and your guests taken by the LEX-NG Photo Instructor to capture the moment; complimentary specially served decorated cake; special welcome gift in your cabin.
For new Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness departure bookings only. Milestone celebration needs to be communicated at time of booking, amenity package is one per group and intended for the guest celebrating the Milestone event. Group discount is applicable to cruise portion only, and does not apply towards additional services such as hotels, extensions, etc. Group cancellation terms also apply. Not combinable with certain offers. Valid for groups of 8 or more.
THE UNITED COASTS OF AMERICA
Book one, get the second 20% off! Travel on any US West Coast (Alaska, Pacific Northwest, or Channel Islands) 2022 Expedition, and receive 20% off any US East Coast Expedition in 2022 or 2023.
FREE AIRFARE ON SELECT DATES
Book by June 30, 2022, to receive free roundtrip airfare from Seattle to Alaska on select departures on Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness and Wild Alaska Escapes, or free one-way airfare on select departures on Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska & British Columbia and A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii. Complimentary air is based on economy group flights and must be ticketed by Lindblad Expeditions. In the case that Lindblad's group flight is not available at time of booking, we reserve the right to issue a credit. Baggage fees may be additional. New bookings only and not combinable with other offers or pre- or post-extensions. Call for details.
Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia
Length
14 days
May
Aug
Sep
From
$10,850
Top Highlights
Hike the San Juan Islands, and cruise where killer whales reliably gather each year to hunt among the numerous uninhabited isles’ remote inlets and bays
By special permit, sail into Glacier Bay National Park and pass a full day taking in the grand scale of the mountains, fjords, and active glaciers
Spend an afternoon strolling the streets of the 100-year-old town of Petersburg learning about its fishing industry and Norwegian heritage
In Misty Fjords National Monument, kayak along sheer, glacially carved cliffs and forested backwaters
In British Columbia explore along the shores of forested islands to see whales, dolphins, bears, and eagles
In the spirit of celebration aboard, you and your companions will be entitled to Milestone benefits:
5% off groups of 8 or more; $150 shipboard credit which can be used for gift shop items, or most shipboard items including the LEXspa, the ship’s bar and dining room; complimentary video chronicle; complimentary custom photograph of you and your guests taken by the LEX-NG Photo Instructor to capture the moment; complimentary specially served decorated cake; special welcome gift in your cabin.
For new Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness departure bookings only. Milestone celebration needs to be communicated at time of booking, amenity package is one per group and intended for the guest celebrating the Milestone event. Group discount is applicable to cruise portion only, and does not apply towards additional services such as hotels, extensions, etc. Group cancellation terms also apply. Not combinable with certain offers. Valid for groups of 8 or more.
THE UNITED COASTS OF AMERICA
Book one, get the second 20% off! Travel on any US West Coast (Alaska, Pacific Northwest, or Channel Islands) 2022 Expedition, and receive 20% off any US East Coast Expedition in 2022 or 2023.
FREE AIRFARE ON SELECT DATES
Book by June 30, 2022, to receive free roundtrip airfare from Seattle to Alaska on select departures on Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness and Wild Alaska Escapes, or free one-way airfare on select departures on Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska & British Columbia and A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii. Complimentary air is based on economy group flights and must be ticketed by Lindblad Expeditions. In the case that Lindblad's group flight is not available at time of booking, we reserve the right to issue a credit. Baggage fees may be additional. New bookings only and not combinable with other offers or pre- or post-extensions. Call for details.
This summer, thousands will flock to Alaska to experience its legendary wildness, but relatively few will actually explore it. Our small ships go beyond the predictable ports to where authentic Alaska is found—in the palpable thunder of a calving glacier, the smell of towering spruce trees, and intimate encounters with wildlife.
This is what happens deep inside in Alaska where our nimble ships roam—join us this summer and witness the exhilarating wildness of Alaska.
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We're proud to be awarded the #1 small ship cruise line by the 2021 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards!
Expedition Highlights
This is the Alaska of legend — to experience it you have to go deep. Venture into narrow fjords, where virgin rock that has never before been seen or touched by humans is now being exposed by receding glaciers. Go into remote bays to linger and observe whales going about the slow business of their daily lives. Walk through temperate rainforests on trails worn into the spongy earth by foraging bears. Venture into small towns, populated by hardy, friendly souls, to discover the way life has been lived in Alaska for centuries. Meet First Nations people in mutually rewarding encounters and learn their traditions and ways of life. Plus, sail aboard U.S.-built and -flagged ships to minimize time-consuming protocols to clear customs and maximize time exploring.
Henry David Thoreau called it the "tonic of wildness." It’s what Alaska, with its beauty and wildness intact, gives you—a spirit lift. To compound this healthful effect, add the luxury of comfort to the privilege of being here—with a quality of shipboard life and a philosophy of wellness designed to relax and rejuvenate body, mind, and spirit.
Expert Perspectives: Wild Alaska with Travel Writer Fran Golden
A visitor to Alaska since the mid-1990s, award-winning writer Fran Golden shares some well-traveled wisdom, gleaned from the depth of immersion only small ships can offer.
See, do, and learn more by going with engaging experts who have been exploring this region for decades. Go with an expedition leader, naturalists, and more.
Expedition Leader
Veteran expedition leaders are the orchestrators of your experience. Many have advanced degrees and have conducted research or taught for years. They have achieved expedition leader status because they possess the skills, the experience and the depth of knowledge necessary to continually craft the best expedition possible for our guests.
Our naturalists, passionate about the geographies they explore (and return to regularly), illuminate each facet through their enthusiasm and knowledge. Our guests consistently cite the expertise and engaging company of our staff as key reasons to repeatedly travel with us.
Undersea specialists on select expeditions are your eyes on the world that lies beneath the waves. Using an array of tools, including a high-definition camera, our Cousteau-like undersea specialist dives frequently during the voyage to show you strikingly clear images of the seldom-seen world beneath the ship.
Every expedition aboard a ship in our National Geographic-flagged fleet offers an exclusive service—a Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic certified photo instructor. This naturalist is specially trained to offer assistance with camera settings and the basics of composition and to help you become a better, more confident photographer.
Everyone was knowledgeable and well able to explain and share their information with anyone. Their enthusiasm is contagious!
Peter & Ann G.
Making a Difference
Lindblad Expeditions supports stewardship efforts in the places we explore, and one way we do that is through the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic (LEX-NG) Fund. Traveler contributions to the LEX-NG Fund in Alaska currently support our regional partner, Alaska Whale Foundation, in its efforts to study and conserve Alaska’s whales and other wildlife.
Early in the morning, National Geographic Quest entered Tracy Arm and sailed up toward the Sawyer and South Sawyer Glaciers. There was a little ‘liquid sunshine,’ aka rain, and fluffy wafting clouds, which is typical Southeast Alaska weather. The fjord has tall, sheer cliff faces and lots of waterfalls that we observed today. We all hopped into our Zodiacs, and the naturalists provided interpretation in front of the Sawyer Glacier. The harbor seals seemed quite curious about our presence. We observed a few minor calving events and lots of bergy bits floating around in the inlet. After the Zodiac tours, there were briefings in the lounge until we spotted a black bear. The ship maneuvered expertly, and we watched the bear eating from the intertidal zone for quite some time. Continuing down the fjord, we saw a variety of birdlife near Holkham Bay and Stephens Passage. We finished our evening by passing by the Five Finger Lighthouse as the sun was setting.
Southeast Alaska changed its usual rainy tune today and put on its Sunday best, with blue skies and blue ice all around us. After a spectacular morning meandering into Tracy Arm, we piled into Zodiacs to get a closer look at the towering cliffs, sculptured icebergs, and even a local bear fresh from hibernation, hiding high in the shrubbery and enjoying a springtime snack.
Our last day at sea began with several guests gathered prior to 5:00 a.m. to view our arrival to the breathtaking Tracy Arm Fjord. National Geographic Quest maneuvered slowly to allow for a calm viewing of the nearly sheer granite mountains on either side. The fjord provided amazing views for the entire journey. As we closed in on our destination, we launched Zodiacs, which traversed the floating ice to get us as close as possible to the calving walls. A surprise boat filled with crew dressed as Vikings caught up to us and offered spiked hot cocoa as we pushed forward. As we moved toward the passage to South Sawyer Glacier, it became clear that we would never be able to make it through the ice to approach the glacier. To our shock, the passage north of Sawyer Glacier was completely clear. We successfully navigated all the way to the quarter-mile safety distance. Sawyer welcomed us with a massive and unexpected calving upon our arrival, inspiring shouts of joy as fists were sent into the air. Upon the completion of lunch, a few brave guests and staff members decided to experience the chilly 43-degree waters up close with a polar plunge. They swam from boat to boat in the iceberg-infested waters to the cheers of fellow guests. The captain of National Geographic Quest , Tim Lyons, received confirmation that killer whales had entered the fjord. He dutifully tracked them to position our vessel so that we encountered the seven whales in transit before we continued our journey. We watched in awe as six adults and a baby traversed up the fjord. On the last evening of every voyage, our captain addresses the ship to tie a bow on the expedition. It had been a truly unbelievable journey. Unfortunately for the captain, a pod of Dall’s porpoises traveling alongside humpback whales appeared moments before he was meant to take the microphone. They delayed us for twenty minutes as they played around and rode the bow of our ship. Apparently, the captain wasn’t the only one who wanted to bid us farewell.
After that, our guests enjoyed Thomas Bay by the water’s edge. Brave guests sported kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for their final movement of the day. Not only was there a miraculous view of the waterfall, but this is also a place to spot intertidal mammals such as the mink. From Sitka to Sitkoh Bay, to Glacier Bay, Endicott Arm, the Inian Islands, Petersburg, Thomas Bay, and back to Juneau again, we have explored far and wide this past week. Thank you for joining us for celebrations of life, adventure, birthdays, and anniversaries. We truly hope these moments have helped you reconnect and recharge. Until next time aboard National Geographic Venture. It’s our final day exploring Southeast Alaska aboard National Geographic Venture . We awoke to the creeping morning light and the sounds of Cascade Creek off the bow. One quick Zodiac ride and we were within the lush understory of the Tongass National Forest once more. The trail hugs the edge of the roaring Cascade Falls as light peeks in over the mountainside, illuminating the quintessential Alaskan old growth forest below. As we rose above the falls, we stopped to admire the power of the water from a well-maintained bridge.
We have been experiencing amazing weather, and today was spectacular! Several activities were on offer in Petersburg this morning, and everyone had a chance to choose two. People on the hike observed dramatic changes in vegetation as the temperate rainforest changed into the very nutrient poor but beautiful environment of the muskeg. Amy took guests on a Zodiac tour of the harbor. They learned about the area and different types of fishing vessels. They even found some krill and baby salmon. Others went on a bike tour around Petersburg with several scenic stops along the way. Several guests went on a flightseeing tour over the Le Conte Glacier and the surrounding area. The aerial perspective and the incredibly gorgeous weather offered views that few get to see of this area. In the afternoon, National Geographic Quest repositioned near the ‘bar,’ or underwater moraine of the Le Conte Glacier. We went out on Zodiac tours around the icebergs. We observed bergy bits and growlers, which looked like sculptural works of art.
I’ll never forget doing our original reconnaissance in Alaska—soaring in a floatplane over such a wild landscape of dense forest, massive glaciers, and endless waterways. Southeast Alaska is simply magical.
WHY EXPEDITION? Reasons to explore Alaska aboard a small ship | BIRDSEYE ALASKA Soar above Glacier Bay, Mendenhall Glacier & more | GO BEYOND What’s outside the Inside Passage? | EXPERTS ON BOARD A spirit bear researcher, Emmy nominee & more
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