Lindblad Expeditions Alaska Experience

National Geographic Sea Bird, Tongass National Forest, Southeast Alaska.
Lindblad Expeditions in partnership with National Geographic

You’ll hear the thunderous crack of calving glaciers. Sail alongside pods of orca; see breaching humpbacks and foraging brown bears on a Lindblad Expeditions small ship Alaska cruise. Hike verdant old-growth rain forests and kayak peaceful coastlines. In the 30+ years they’ve been exploring, they have provided the richest experience possible on their Alaska expedition cruises. Thanks to their alliance with National Geographic, you can take a cruise on a fleet of ships to Alaska’s extraordinary places in the company of world-renowned scientists, naturalists, and researchers, and explore stunning natural environments alongside skilled specialists using state-of-the-art exploration tools. View current COVID-19 updates

Book by May 31, 2021 to receive free roundtrip airfare from Seattle to Alaska on select departures, or free one-way airfare on select departures. Other savings available. Call 1-888-815-5428 for details.

Itineraries

Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness

From the National Geographic Sea Lion in Alaska William’s Cove and Dawes Glacier

On this 8-day Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness cruise, explore Southeast Alaska on an unrivaled experience, guaranteed of in-depth encounters with all its wonders.

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Wild Alaska Escape: Sitka to Juneau

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On this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape between Sitka and Juneau, explore Alaska on an active expedition to see the region’s iconic wildlife and epic landscapes in the compact timeframe of one work-week.

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Wild Alaska Escape: Juneau to Ketchikan

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On this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape between Juneau to Ketchikan, explore the southern regions of Southeast Alaska on an unrivaled experience.

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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii

A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii

Embark on a 15-day adventure between Sitka, Alaska, and Seattle, Washington exploring three of the most appealing wild regions in the Pacific Northwest: Alaska’s Inside Passage, coastal British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii.

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Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia

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On this 14-day Treasures of the Inside Passage cruise, linger in the temperate rain forests and wildlife-rich channels of British Columbia, and enjoy ample time to explore the breathtaking fjords and towering glaciers of Southeast Alaska.

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Voyage to Great Bear Rainforest

Hiking Cascade Creek Trail, Thomas Bay, Tongass National Forest, Southeast Alaska.

On this 8-day Voyage to Great Bear Rainforest, sail into the narrow, winding fjords of northern British Columbia and enter the domain of the rare Spirit Bear.

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What you’ll experience in Alaska aboard Lindblad Expeditions

Wildlife

Guests on Zodaic observing diving Humpback Whale in Alaska

Alaska is renowned for its iconic wildlife—whales, bears, and eagles. You’re certain to see them, but you’ll also discover much more. Strange and beautiful undersea creatures. Pods of orca and large groups of Steller sea lions. Bald eagles soaring and puffins swimming. Rough-skinned newts and carnivorous plants. Discover forests and seas brimming with life.

Cultural Experiences

A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii

An onboard cultural interpreter gives you additional eyes through which to see Glacier Bay, the ancestral home of the Huna Tlingit. Lindblad Expeditions is the only above 22-passenger ship to be allowed in to the ancestral lands of Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site in over two decades, providing guests a rare immersion in Haida art, history and culture. You’ll see artifacts, canoes and totem carvings at the Haida Heritage Centre and museum.

Special Access

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Lindblad Expeditions’ special permit from the National Park Service ensures a full day in Glacier Bay National Park, the crown jewel of Southeast Alaska, filled with wildlife and scenic beauty. And tgheir permits from the US Forest Service enable them to take you hiking in wild and remote areas of the Tongass National Forest. They bring you where paw prints outnumber footprints—no nearby towns or roads, just pure Alaskan wilderness.


The Lindblad Expeditions Difference

In-depth exploration

Brown Bear being watched by a zodiac filled with guests at Pavlof Harbor on Chichagof Island in Southeast Alaska

Lindblad Expeditions 30+ years of experience exploring wild Alaska, accessible only to small, nimble ships like theirs, allow them to bring you up-close, in an unparalleled way.

Educational Experiences

Expedition team leader navigating a zodiac with guests from the ship

Lindblad Expeditions has the largest and most knowledgeable Expedition Team in Alaska. Each voyage sails with an expedition leader and five naturalists, illuminating key moments along the way—whales breaching, bears foraging, and glaciers calving, among many others.

Cool Tools for Exploration

Zodiac with guests experiencing a herd of sea lions

Lindblad Expeditions onboard fleet of expedition landing craft and single and double kayaks allow them to land in inviting remote locations, and have up-close personal discoveries. The ship’s hydrophone lets us listen in on whales.

Photographic Guidance

LIndblad Expeditions Team member

A specially trained naturalist, your photo instructor will provide assistance with your camera and instruction in elements of composition—to help you take your best photos ever. Certain departures are dedicated Photo Expeditions, with National Geographic photographers aboard for an in-depth photo experience.