Embark on an active exploration of the crown jewels of Alaska’s Inside Passage—the ABC Islands. Discover what makes this area so special as you circumnavigate Admiralty Island in waters teeming with wildlife and hike and kayak on Baranof and Chichagof Islands. With insights from expert naturalists, witness the full spectrum of biodiversity that thrives in this natural wonderland—from plants and mushrooms to bears and whales, and even the vibrant undersea landscape.
Highlights
Kayak or paddleboard along the rugged coastline of Chichagof Island, home to one of the highest concentrations of brown bears in the world
Hike through remote areas of Tongass National Forest, with an option for an adventurous all-day bushwacking excursion
Cruise through an ice-filled fjord towards the face of a glacier in the Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness Area
Venture into Frederick Sound or Chatham Strait in search of breaching humpbacks and pods of orcas
Search for intertidal treasures along the rocky shorelines including a variety of sea stars, shape-shifting sea cucumbers, anemones, and more
Spot puffins along cliff walls and listen for bald eagles calling out from the tops of towering spruce and hemlock trees
From
$7,574
/ per person
Does not include any flights
Ships
National Geographic Sea Lion
GUESTS 62
CABINS 31
DECKS 3
National Geographic Sea Lion accommodates just 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. With a shallow draft and small size, she can easily reach places inaccessible to larger ships.
Expedition Team
Over 50+ years of exploring, Lindblad Expeditions’ veteran staff and the quality companionship they provide has established the company’s reputation. From expedition leaders to naturalists, most hold advanced degrees and are established authorities in their fields. Some join a few expeditions each year to explore the same sites, some of them spending some time in the field away from rigorous academic work. And others lead expeditions all around the world—with many guests saying, “Where you’re going, we’re going,” and returning time after time to travel with them. Browse our team directory to discover the full cast of expedition staff.
Special Offers
BRINGING THE KIDS
10% OFF BACK-TO-BACK VOYAGES
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SAVE 5% TRAVELING AS A GROUP
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