Columbia and Snake Rivers Journey
Highlights
Sail in the wake of Lewis and Clark and their legendary Corps of Discovery expedition with expert insight from an onboard historian
Take a jet boat into stunning Hells Canyon and sail through the spectacular Columbia River Gorge, where waterfalls plunge from cliffs thousands of feet high
Taste the bounty of the region through their fresh, local, and delectable cuisine and award-winning wines
Choose to experience the region up close at water level, on Zodiac and kayak forays on the Palouse River, or by hiking monumental Beacon Rock
Transit a series of eight locks that lift the ship 700 feet—10 times the elevation of the Panama Canal
Join author and 23rd U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo on the Apr. 7, 2024, departure
Joy Harjo of Muscogee (Creek) Nation was the first Native American to hold the U.S. Poet Laureate position.
Dates & Rates
Ships
National Geographic Quest
Guests
100
Cabins
50
National Geographic Quest: Designed for Adventure
Built in 2017, National Geographic Quest is ideal for the fast-moving channels and shallow coves of the Pan-American waters. Her design and engineering were informed by our nearly 40 years of experience in the narrow straits of Alaska, the coast of Costa Rica, and into the gray whale nursery lagoons of Baja.
Examples of features unique to Lindblad Expeditions include twin boarding platforms that enable our team to load two Zodiacs at once, so our guests can get off the ship quickly to take advantage of wildlife sightings and maximize exploring time. She also features a shallow draft, allowing her Captain to navigate the inner reaches and provide more intimate experiences.
Modern, clean-lined, with large expanses of glass to take in the extraordinary views, National Geographic Quest enables guests to see, do, and experience the best of her geographies.
National Geographic Sea Lion
Guests
62
Cabins
31
A U.S.-flagged vessel, she and her sister National Geographic Sea Bird discover domestic waters
Before they built the National Geographic Venture and National Geographic Quest, U.S. shipbuilder Nichols Brothers built the twin ships National Geographic Sea Lion and National Geographic Sea Bird. Nimble, reliable, and intimately scaled, they both continue to sail the waters of the west coast of North America and Central America.
National Geographic Sea Lion accommodates just 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. Her inviting public spaces foster a sense of shipboard life where everyone is integral to the adventure, engendering a rewarding sense of community and esprit de corps. National Geographic writer Andrew Evans called National Geographic Sea Lion the “closest thing to Cousteau’s Calypso” he’s ever had the pleasure to be on.
National Geographic Sea Bird
Guests
62
Cabins
31
American-flagged, she and her sister, National Geographic Sea Lion, are ideal for discovering domestic waters
Before they built the National Geographic Venture and National Geographic Quest, U.S. shipbuilder Nichols Brothers built the twin ships National Geographic Sea Bird and National Geographic Sea Lion. Nimble, reliable and intimately scaled, they both continue to sail the waters of the west coast of North America and Central America.
With a shallow draft and small size, she can easily reach places inaccessible to larger ships. She can venture into fast-moving channels where whales come to feed, transit a series of locks in the Pacific Northwest, nose up to waterfalls in secluded coves, and sail into protected anchorages in small bays perfect for snorkeling and kayaking.
Book now and join us on an unforgettable journey
Make a reservation
Talk to an Expedition Specialist
Expedition Extensions
Lewiston History and Wine Post-Voyage Extension
2 Days
From
$790
/ per person
Lewiston History and Wine Pre-Voyage Extension
3 Days
From
$990
/ per person
Portland City & Willamette Valley Wine Tour Post-Voyage Extension
2 Days
From
$660
/ per person
Portland City & Willamette Valley Wine Tour Pre-Voyage Extension
2 Days
From
$660
/ per person
Expedition Team
Over 50+ years of exploring, Lindblad Expeditions’ veteran staff and the quality companionship they provide has established the company’s reputation. From expedition leaders to naturalists, most hold advanced degrees and are established authorities in their fields. Some join a few expeditions each year to explore the same sites, some of them spending some time in the field away from rigorous academic work. And others lead expeditions all around the world—with many guests saying, “Where you’re going, we’re going,” and returning time after time to travel with them. Browse our team directory to discover the full cast of expedition staff.
Special Offers
$600 AIR CREDIT
SOLO TRAVELER SAVINGS
Take advantage of our additional offers
FREE BAR TAB
Drinks are on us!
SUITE EXCLUSIVES
BACK-TO-BACK SAVINGS
BRINGING THE KIDS
Family fun!
TRAVELING AS A GROUP
COMBINING OFFERS
Combine now and save!
CELEBRATE LIFE'S MILESTONES
View our brochure for more details
Travel along the Columbia and Snake rivers as early explorers, settlers, and indigenous peoples did—by waterways that stretch far inland from the Pacific Ocean. Experience the region’s history, harvests and landscapes, as well as fantastic wineries. Enjoy spectacular scenery including views of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams. Tour museums and historic sites, taste local produce and wines, and actively explore by foot, kayak, Zodiac, and jet boat. A top team—including naturalists, a historian, and a geologist—will illuminate all we see. Take it all in from the unmatched perspective of a nimble, fully-equipped small ship.
From
$5,880
/ per person
Does not include flights
$600 AIR CREDIT
View our brochure for more details
Talk to an Expedition Specialist
+1.800.397.3348From
$5,880
/ per person
$600 AIR CREDIT
View our brochure for more details