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Detailed Ship Information: Our twin expedition ships, National Geographic Sea Bird and National Geographic Sea Lion, can reach places inaccessible to larger ships due to their small size, yet each comfortably accommodates 62 guests... Read More


5 Night - Baja California : Observing the Whales of Magdalena Bay
Starting in Loreto, Mexico / San Carlos / Embark Ship, Magdalena Bay, San Carlos / Disembark Ship / Loreto

5 Night - Columbia and Snake Rivers : Food, Wine, and History
Starting in Portland-OR / Embark Ship, The Dalles / Hood River, Walla Walla, Washington, Palouse River, Clarkston / Disembark Ship

5 Night - Columbia and Snake Rivers : Food, Wine, and History
Starting in Clarkston, WA / Embark Ship, Palouse River, Walla Walla, Washington, Cruising / Hood River Valley, Portland / Disembark Ship

5 Night - Alaska Escape : Haines, the Inian Islands and Tracy Arm Fjord
Starting in Sitka / Embark Ship, Baranof or Chichagof Island, Icy Strait and the Inian Islands, Haines, Tracy Arm / Fords Terror Wilderness, Juneau / Disembark Ship

5 Night - Alaska Escape : Haines, the Inian Islands and Tracy Arm Fjord
Starting in Juneau, Tracy Arm / Fords Terror Wilderness, Haines, Icy Strait and the Inian Islands, Baranof or Chichagof Island, Sitka / Disembark

5 Night - Alaska Escape : Leconte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords
Starting in Juneau / Embark Ship, LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm, Sumner Strait, Wrangell, Misty Fjords National Monument, Ketchikan / Disembark Ship

5 Night - Alaska Escape : Leconte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords
Starting in Ketchikan / Embark Ship, Behm Canal / Misty Fjords National Monument, Wrangell, Sumner Strait, LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm, Juneau

7 Night - Baja California Mosaic : Magdalena Bay and Gulf of California
Starting in San Jose del Cabo / La Paz / Embark Ship, Gulf of California, Los Islotes and Espiritu Santo National Park, San Jose del Cabo and Gordo Banks, Magdalena Bay, San Carlos / Disembark Ship / Loreto

7 Night - Exploring Southeast Alaska's Abc Islands
Starting in Juneau, Alaska / Embark Ship, Icy Strait and the Inian Islands, Alaskas ABC Islands, Juneau / Disembark Ship

10 Night - Alaska Epic Escape : Complete Inside Passage
Starting in Sitka / Embark Ship, Baranof or Chichagof Island, Icy Strait and the Inian Islands, Haines, Tracy Arm / Fords Terror Wilderness, Juneau, LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm, Sumner Strait, Wrangell, Misty Fjords National Monument, Ketchikan / Disembark Ship

10 Night - Alaska Epic Escape : Complete Inside Passage
Starting in Ketchikan / Embark Ship, Misty Fjords National Monument, Wrangell, Sumner Strait, LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm, Juneau, Tracy Arm / Fords Terror Wilderness, Haines, Icy Strait and the Inian Islands, Baranof or Chichagof Island, Sitka / Disembark Ship

14 Night - Voyage to Alaska, British Columbia and Haida Gwaii
Starting in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada / Embark Ship, Gulf Islands, British Columbia, Johnstone Strait and Alert Bay, British Columbia, Inside Passage of British Columbia, Haida Gwaii, Alaskas Inside Passage, Glacier Bay National Park / Inian Islands / Chichagof Island, Sitka / Disembark Ship

14 Night - Voyage to Alaska, British Columbia and Haida Gwaii
Starting in Sitka / Embark Ship, Glacier Bay National Park / Inian Islands / Chichagof Island, Alaskas Inside Passage, Haida Gwaii, Inside Passage of British Columbia, Johnstone Strait and Alert Bay, British Columbia, Gulf Islands, British Columbia, Vancouver / Disembark Ship


Our twin expedition ships, National Geographic Sea Bird and National Geographic Sea Lion, can reach places inaccessible to larger ships due to their small size, yet each comfortably accommodates 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. The feeling, we're told, is often compared to that of a large private yacht, with everyone integral to the adventure. Accessibility means freedom. Our captains have decades of sailing experience in the regions we explore. They know when and where to navigate so that you feel the places we visit are all ours.

Thanks to our sturdy fleet of Zodiacs and virtually untippable kayaks, you can be off the ship and out exploring within a moment's notice. Launch your kayak from a picturesque beach, hike with our naturalists into the rain forest or walk easily along a sandy dune. During your time with us, our expedition staff likes nothing better than to surprise and delight you by directing the ship toward breaching whales, bow-riding dolphins or into an alluring cove.

Our seasoned crew consists of expert Zodiac drivers and considerate service providers. Their energy, enthusiasm and field expertise are sure to enhance your experience. This is what expedition travel is all about: not just seeing wildness, but being out there, in it.

Registry: United States

Public Areas: Our twin sister ships feature a Library; Lounge with full-service bar and facilities for films, slide shows and presentations; Observation Deck; partially covered Sun Deck with chairs and tables, and LEXspa. Our "Open Bridge" policy provides guests and opportunity to meet our Officers and Captain and learn about navigation. Meals: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Breakfast is a wide selection buffet and lunch is often served family style. Menu emphasizes local flair.

Cabins: All face outside with windows, private facilities, and climate controls. Expedition Equipment: Bow Camera, hydrophone, kayaks, snorkeling gear, Splash-Cam, underwater video camera, video microscope, Zodiac landing craft and wetsuits in Baja. Special Features: Guest internet access, Wellness Program and LEXmarket. A Video Chronicler onboard all voyages. A ship's doctor and an Undersea Specialist are onboard in Baja.