Expedition highlights

• Zodiac outings around glacier ice and remote shorelines
• Kayaking in sheltered inlets and guided forest walks
• Searches for humpbacks, orcas, bears, otters and bald eagles
• Alaska Whale Foundation connection, schedules permitting
• Photography guidance and an undersea perspective

Your expedition route

The example below is the published westbound route. Eastbound departures run from Sitka to Juneau with a different sequence. Confirm the direction of your selected departure before arranging flights.

Day 1

Juneau

Embark in Alaska’s capital.

Day 2

Endicott Arm

Explore the fjord and Dawes Glacier by ship and Zodiac, conditions permitting.

Day 3

Petersburg

Visit the fishing community and explore the muskeg landscape.

Day 4

Frederick Sound and Chatham Strait

Search for whales, with kayaking and forest walking opportunities.

Day 5

Icy Strait and the Inian Islands

Look for Steller sea lions, sea otters and other wildlife.

Day 6

Glacier Bay

A full day in the national park or its outer coast.

Day 7

Southeast Alaska’s islands and bays

Flexible exploration follows the day’s conditions.

Day 8

Sitka

Disembark and transfer to the airport.

The captain and expedition team adapt the programme to weather, wildlife, ice and local access. Individual outings and sightings are not guaranteed.

Activities and exploration

Guided walks, kayaking, Zodiac cruising, wildlife observation and photography guidance form the programme. The undersea specialist reveals marine life beneath the surface. Outings depend on conditions and wildlife sightings cannot be promised.

Your ship: National Geographic Venture / National Geographic Quest

National Geographic Venture and National Geographic Quest each carry 100 guests in 50 cabins. These sister ships are designed for coastal exploration, with spaces for naturalist presentations, observation and preparing for outings. Venture has a mudroom, lounge, fitness centre and an open Bridge policy. The operating ship is identified for every departure above.

We help you compare the available cabin categories, layout and location for your chosen sailing.

Life on board

Return from shore to a relaxed lounge, open-seating dining and spaces to swap stories with your expedition team. These sister ships share a coastal expedition design; photographs below identify the ship or shared facility shown.

Cabins & suites

From porthole cabins to a private balcony or an Observation Deck suite, Venture and Quest offer five cabin categories.

Category 01

Main Deck · 136 sq ft

Porthole cabins with twin beds that convert to a queen. A practical choice when your priority is time exploring ashore.

Category 02

Main Deck · 161 sq ft

Porthole cabins with more floor space than Category 01. Twin-to-queen beds; selected cabins connect with Category 01.

Category 03

Upper Deck · 151 sq ft

Two large windows bring the coast into view. Twin-to-queen beds, a writing desk and a private bathroom.

Category 04

Upper Deck · 151 sq ft

A private balcony gives you your own place to watch the passing coast. Twin-to-queen beds; selected cabins have connecting doors.

Category 05 · Suite

Observation Deck · 187 sq ft

The suite category has two large windows, twin-to-queen beds and a sofa that converts to a single bed. Includes an espresso maker, complimentary laundry and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.

Photographs are operator-published examples. Layout, furnishings and views vary by cabin. Sizes are those published by Lindblad; confirm the precise cabin, balcony dimensions and occupancy with your quote. Category-specific fares are available on request.

Cabin and interior information checked against Lindblad’s official ship pages on 10 September 2026. Photography: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates & departures

Selected published departures are shown below. Ask us to confirm the current schedule, route, ship and cabin availability for your preferred dates.

What is included

Based on Lindblad’s current published inclusions. Departure-specific terms take precedence.

EA guidance

First-time Alaska expedition travellers who value wildlife, learning and active exploration.

The final route follows weather, wildlife and access. Glacier Bay’s outer coast may replace the park programme. We can compare this voyage with the other Lindblad Alaska options and help you choose the route, season and cabin that fit your priorities.