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13 Night Exploring Alaska Great Bear Rainforest and the San Juan Islands Cruise

From Juneau, Alaska, (United States) to Seattle, Washington, (United States)

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National Geographic Venture
Lindblad Expeditions
4 Stars

Cruise #: 14078648

Sail Date: Sunday, Sep 20, 2026

Return Date: Saturday, Oct 3, 2026

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Room Types & Rates:

Oceanview		$10,858
Balcony		Call to Book1-800-201-6937
Suite		$15,842

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13 Night Exploring Alaska Great Bear Rainforest and the San Juan Islands Cruise

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Sunday - Sep 20, 2026

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Juneau, United States

Arrive in Juneau, Alaska's capital city, in the early afternoon and embark the ship in time for cocktails and an introduction of the vessel staff and crew.

Monday - Sep 21, 2026

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2

Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness, United States

Voyage into Tracy or Endicott arms, both spectacular fjords with waterfalls cascading from glacially carved walls. See the soaring Dawes or South Sawyer glaciers up close and take a cruise in a Zodiac for an unbeatable view among sculpted icebergs. Keep an eye out for harbor seals, harbor porpoises, and Arctic terns. ...
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Tuesday - Sep 22, 2026

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Cruising Chatham Strait, United States

Spend two days exploring the wild gems of southeast Alaska, in the northern part of the Alexander Archipelago. With nature as your guide, you will cruise Chatham Strait in search of orca and humpback whales and experience wild Alaska up close on Zodiacs, kayaks, paddleboards, and hikes. A Forest Service Special Use Permit for Tongass National Forest enables guests to hike and kayak in these wild and remote areas of Southeast Alaska. ...
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Wednesday - Sep 23, 2026

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Cruising Chatham Strait, United States

Thursday - Sep 24, 2026

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5

Prince Rupert, Canada

Wake up in Prince Rupert, a scenic harbor town on British Columbia's rugged northwest coast. Get immersed in First Nations history at the Museum of Northern British Columbia, built in the style of a coastal longhouse. Breathe in the scent of cedar beams and peruse an impressive collection of ornate carvings, weavings, ceremonial objects, and regalia. Visit the North Pacific Cannery Museum, a collection of cannery buildings located in pristine wilderness surroundings that highlight British Columbia's economic, cultural, and natural development over the last century. ...
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Friday - Sep 25, 2026

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6

Lowe Inlet Marine Provincial Park, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Seek out pods of killer whales and foraging bears as you sail north through the narrow Grenville Channel between Pitt Island and the mainland, a dramatic navigational experience. Not only does the channel narrow to less than a quarter of a mile across, but a slight bend in the passage makes the waterway seem to disappear into the hills ahead and behind the ship. Here, you'll explore the salmon run at Verney Falls in Lowe Inlet Marine Provincial Park by Zodiacs. ...
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Saturday - Sep 26, 2026

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7

Princess Royal Island, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Princess Royal Island, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Sunday - Sep 27, 2026

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Gilttoyees Inlet, Canada

Over the course of the next four days, you will cruise far into the fjords and deep valleys that carve into the Coast Range looking for black and grizzly bears. You will cruise the eastern coast of Princess Royal Island in search of the elusive spirit bear. It is believed that between 10 to 20 percent of bears in this region are born with the recessive gene that causes the white fur; fewer than 400 are estimated to exist. British Columbia has one of the highest proportions of protected land of any jurisdiction in the world. Almost 15 percent of the land is protected, with a wide range of provincial parks, national parks, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Alongside your veteran expedition team, go ashore and explore several remote locations where few people venture. Discover hidden gems by Zodiac and kayak, navigating the tidal narrows that lead to the backs of bays while scanning for bears along the rocky shoreline and meadows such as Gilttoyees Inlet. ...
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Monday - Sep 28, 2026

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Captain's Choice, United States

Tuesday - Sep 29, 2026

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Captain's Choice, United States

Wednesday - Sep 30, 2026

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11

Alert Bay, Canada

Visit the Big House in the First Nations village of Alert Bay, Canada and gain insight from the Kwakwaka'wakw people who will share their art, music, and regional knowledge. Sail through Johnstone Strait, a waterway cut through a magnificently wild and scenic area of mountains and islands. These ocean waters are also home to extraordinary marine mammals and bird watching. ...
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Thursday - Oct 1, 2026

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12

Sunshine Coast, British Columbia, Canada

Discover British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, a mecca for kayakers and small yachts. Anchor in calm, sheltered waters to kayak in isolated bays that beckon for exploration. On land, hike through meadows and forest ecosystems.

Friday - Oct 2, 2026

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13

San Juan Islands, United States

Discover the wild charm of the San Juan Islands, a captivating archipelago in northern Washington State. Paddle hidden coves by kayak, keeping an eye out for friendly harbor seals. Navigate dramatic shorelines aboard Zodiacs. Hike along rugged coastal trails where bald eagles soar overhead, while expert naturalists provide insight on the fascinating ecology and cultural history of this distinctive northwest wilderness. ...
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Saturday - Oct 3, 2026

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Seattle, United States

Disembark in Seattle and transfer to the airport for flights home.

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