Expedition Stories

Secrets of South Carolina's Salt Marsh

South Carolina is home to about a half-million acres of salt marsh—more than any other Atlantic coast state. Find out what lies within this dynamic ecosystem on two brand-new itineraries.

Exploring the U.S. East Coast—Expedition Style

Starting spring 2022, National Geographic Sea Lion embarks on a series of brand-new itineraries unlike any others in the region. Join us to explore the Eastern Seaboard in a way few ever will.

U.S. East Coast: Southeast Wildlife

U.S. East Coast: Southeast Culture

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5 Things You Didn't Know: South Carolina & Georgia

From feral horses that roam freely on windswept beaches to otherworldly driftwood forests, here are 5 things to discover in these beguiling Southern states.

Autumn Delights in New York's Hudson River Valley

The magic of autumn’s transitional beauty radiates in buoyant hues of gold and amber. Get a preview of three picturesque stops along our new itinerary.

10 Hidden Islands of the East Coast

The U.S. East Coast is dotted with intriguing, hard-to-reach islands home to robust wildlife populations and fascinating human history. Here are 10 we explore on our new expeditions.

Ruth Reichl and the Inspiring Legacy of the Hudson River

Author, food expert and Hudson Valley resident Ruth Reichl joins our October 20 voyage of Exploring the Hudson River: Fall Colors, Conservation & Creativity as a special guest speaker.

Haunted Hudson Valley: Legends and Lore Along a Legendary River

New York’s Hudson River Valley has more spirits and legends than most other places in the country. Master storyteller Jonathan Kruk talks to us about ghost stories, haunted spirits, and of course, Halloween.