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14 Night Voyage to Alaska British Columbia and Haida Gwaii Cruise from Sitka
Ship: National Geographic Sea Bird
Cruise Line: Lindblad Expeditions
Sailed: Tuesday, Apr 29, 2025 from Sitka, United States
Ended: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, Apr 29, 2025
departure of the National Geographic Sea Bird. If Lindblad Expeditions modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing
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Arrive in Sitka, Alaska. Situated on the western coast of Baranof Island and overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Sitka is known for its Tlingit culture and remnants of its Russian heritage which date back to the 1800s. Embark this evening in time for cocktails and an introduction to the staff and crew.
Day 2 - Wednesday - Apr 30, 2025
Glacier Bay, United States
Day 3 - Thursday - May 1, 2025
Inian Islands, United States
Chichagof Island, United States
Icy Strait Point, United States
Spend a full day among the enormous glaciers and expansive wilderness of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Then, experience the active wildlife of the Inian Islands by Zodiac, or hike and kayak Chichagof Island. Later, cruise through Icy Strait in search of marine mammals, perhaps lowering the hydrophone to listen for whale communications.
Day 4 - Friday - May 2, 2025
Cruising Alaska's Inside Passage, United States
With special permission from the U.S. Forest Service, explore the forested backwaters of Misty Fjords National Monument and the Tongass National Forest by kayak or Zodiac. Go ashore to visit the charming fishing village of Petersburg, and explore the surrounding area on a forest walk or enjoy an opportunity to stretch your legs with an optional bike ride around town. Cruise and kayak past the glacially carved cliffs of Tracy Arm or Endicott Arm-both spectacular fjords that are home to orcas and harbor seals. See the soaring Dawes Glacier or South Sawyer Glacier up close, and take a Zodiac cruise for unparalleled views of sculpted iridescent icebergs.
Day 5 - Saturday - May 3, 2025
Cruising Alaska's Inside Passage, United States
Day 6 - Sunday - May 4, 2025
Cruising Alaska's Inside Passage, United States
Day 7 - Monday - May 5, 2025
Queen Charlotte Islands, Canada
With very special permission, we explore the islands of Haida Gwaii, including the incredible Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site. We are joined by a Haida interpreter for our days among the islands, wildlife, and cultural sites. In the Haida ancestral town of Old Massett, we are invited into the home of a local carver for a feast of traditional foods and dance. Meet Haida artists and see their workshops. Visit the Haida Heritage Centre at Kay 'Llnagaay to learn about the incredible history of the Haida people and their renowned artwork, a spiritual endeavor. See the ancient totems at SGang Gwaay-a UNESCO World Heritage Site-in the village of Ninstints, and kayak and take Zodiacs around the incredibly biodiverse islands in Gwaii Haanas.
Day 8 - Tuesday - May 6, 2025
Queen Charlotte Islands, Canada
Day 9 - Wednesday - May 7, 2025
Queen Charlotte Islands, Canada
Day 10 - Thursday - May 8, 2025
Queen Charlotte Islands, Canada
Day 11 - Friday - May 9, 2025
Cruising Alaska's Inside Passage, United States
Sail southward along steep and rugged coastline looking for whales, dolphins, bears, deer, and other wildlife. Go ashore to explore or kayak among the many bays and inlets.
Day 12 - Saturday - May 10, 2025
Cruising Alaska's Inside Passage, United States
Day 13 - Sunday - May 11, 2025
Alert Bay, Canada
Today we visit one of the oldest First Nations village sites in British Columbia: Alert Bay, home of the Kwakwaka'wakw people. Visit the U'Mista Cultural Centre, which houses one of the Northwest Coast's finest collections of elaborately carved potlatch masks, regalia, and coppers. Then, stop to visit the Big House a short distance away where the T'sasala Cultural Group continues the sharing of culture and educating the world about their songs, dances, teachings, and values. Sail south through scenic Johnstone Strait, offering stunning views and extraordinary marine mammals and bird-watching opportunities.
Day 14 - Monday - May 12, 2025
Cruising the Gulf Islands, Canada
Cruise amid the lush Gulf Islands that dot the Strait of Georgia, situated between the mainland of British Columbia and Vancouver Island. These waters are a nature lover's paradise. Keep an eye out for harbor seals and an array of seabirds, shorebirds, and birds of prey.
Day 15 - Tuesday - May 13, 2025
Vancouver, Canada
Disembark in Vancouver and transfer to the airport for flights home.
