Please note the tour price reflected on the brochure is subject to change. Due to seasonality, and taxes prices of the tour are subject to change without due notice. Please consult with the operator directly for the recent price.
A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii
Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- Sail deep into the fjords and narrow, wildlife-rich channels
- Encounter abundant and varied wildlife; spend time observing them
- Enjoy privileged access to Haida Gwaii, the ancestral home of the Haida people, which contains Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Shoot with and learn from a Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor
- Experience the surprisingly colorful undersea through video shot by our undersea specialist on every expedition
Short Description
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. You’ll sail into mist-shrouded fjords and past crashing glaciers, see brown bears stalking shores, and eagles flying. And in Haida Gwaii you’ll meet artisans and experience the resonance of their cultural heritage and artwork. With our special access to Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site, you’ll see ancient village sites, and the endemic species that make Haida Gwaii the “Canadian Galápagos.”
Itinerary
DAY 1: Seattle/Embark
Meals: Dinner
Arrive in Seattle this afternoon and embark the ship.
DAY 2: Gulf Islands, British Columbia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Search for orca whales and cruise around forested islands.
DAY 3: Johnstone Strait and Alert Bay, British Columbia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
At the community of Alert Bay, visit the U’mista Cultural Centre, where we’ll watch traditional First Nations performances and learn from the Kwakwaka'wakw people. Visit Johnstone Strait, one of the foremost viewing areas for orcas in the Northern Hemisphere.
DAY 4-5: Inside Passage of British Columbia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Head northward along the untouched coastline looking for whales, dolphins, bears, deer and other wildlife. Go ashore to explore or kayak the many bays and inlets.
DAY 6-8: Haida Gwaii
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
With a shared respect for the natural world, explore the islands of Haida Gwaii. A Haida Interpreter will join us as we visit the Haida Heritage Center at K’aay Llnagaay to learn about the incredible history of the Haida people and the meaning behind their renowned artwork. In the ancestral town of Old Massett, join in a traditional dance performance and feast, and meet community members and local artistans. Explore Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site. See the ancient totems at SGang Gwaay (Ninstints) or K'una (Skedans). Kayak and take expedition landing craft around the incredibly biodiverse islands where black bears are the largest in the world and endemic species thrive.
DAY 9: Misty Fiords, Alaska
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Cruise past glacially-carved cliffs and kayak in the stillness of Misty Fiord’s forested backwaters.
DAY 10: Frederick Sound and Petersburg
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Join naturalists on deck and search for orcas, humpback whales, and Steller sea lions. Go ashore for a walk along a quiet forest trail and in the fishing village of Petersburg, known as “Alaska’s Little Norway.” Explore with optional flightseeing or a bicycle ride. Enjoy a crab feast this evening.
DAY 11: Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Voyage into Tracy or Endicott Arm, both spectacular fjords, with waterfalls cascading from glacially carved walls. See the soaring Dawes or South Sawyer Glacier up close and take a cruise on an expedition landing craft for an unbeatable view of sculpted icebergs.
DAY 12: Juneau
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Visit Mendenhall Glacier with your naturalists and observe the ever-changing, ice-carved valley up close.
DAY 13: Glacier Bay National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Spend the entire day among the enormous glaciers and expansive wilderness. Listen as the quiet stillness of the area is broken by the thunder of tons of ice calving into the sea. Search for Steller sea lions, puffins and mountain goats. A native Tlingit interpreter joins us to share the lore and legend of the area. A National Park Service Ranger will join us as well.
DAY 14: Southeast Alaska’s Islands, Bays and Fjords
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Kayak and hike among forested islands on our final exploration of southeast Alaska.
DAY 15: Sitka/Disembark/Home
Meals: Breakfast
Visit Saint Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral with its picturesque spire and meet eagles up close at the Raptor Rehabilitation Center before transferring to the airport for flights to Seattle.
Availability
43 Lindblad Expeditions Travel Reviews & Ratings
A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii
Company Reviews
Never made the trip, have not been reimbursed by travel insurance
UnCruise is an amazing dream!!
UnCruise is an amazing dream!!
Several trips made and will do more
Several trips made and will do more!
Done 10 trips
Details
Optional Activities
- Denali National Park Pre-Voyage Extension: PRE-TRIP / 6 DAYS / FROM $5,690
- Denali National Park Post Voyage Extension
- Seattle Pre-Voyage Extension: PRE-TRIP / 3 DAYS / FROM $2,190
Flight & Transport Inclusions
All internal ground transport
Group Size
Standard Group - 25 + people
Trip ID#:
aremjolin
What's excluded
- International and internal airfare
- Passport, visa, and immigration fees
- Gratuities
- Any kind of insurance
- Personal Expenses
We respect your privacy and take great care to protect your information. By clicking «Send my questions» you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. An account will be created for you to track your submission and a temporary password will be emailed to you.
×You can access members-only savings of up to $700 on over 6,000 Travelstride Select trips.
Sign in to see trip eligibility
With your FREE membership you get to:
- Save up to $700 per person!*
- Access private deals and offers
- See personalized trip recommendations
- Save favorite trips
We respect your privacy and take great care to protect your information. By joining you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
You could save $ 600 per person on this trip!
