Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords
5 nights
National Geographic Sea Bird
9 Aug '26Cruise overview
Experience the pure power of primal wilderness on this compact, six-day expedition along the untamed southern regions of Southeast Alaska. Witness the electric blues of iceberg-dotted LeConte Bay and navigate narrow channels like Behm and Blake, as well as Walker Cove in Misty Fjords. Board Zodiacs to explore Prince of Wales Island and take kayaks and paddleboards into salmon-studded waters to trace the rugged, wildlife-rich shorelines of Kupreanof Island.
Available extensions:
- 6-Day Denali National Park Pre-Voyage Extension (double price: £8790pp / solo price: £10238)
- 6-Day Denali National Park Post Voyage Extension (double price: £8790pp / solo price: £10238)
Itinerary
Juneau, Alaska
Juneau, Alaska’s capital and third-largest city, is on the North American mainland but can’t be reached by road. Bounded by steep mountains and water, the city’s geographic isolation and compact size make it much more akin to an island community such as Sitka than to other Alaskan urban centers, such as Fairbanks or Anchorage. Juneau is full of contrasts. Its dramatic hillside location and historic downtown buildings provide a frontier feeling, but the city’s cosmopolitan nature comes through in fine museums, noteworthy restaurants, and a literate and outdoorsy populace. The finest of the museums, the Alaska State Museum, is scheduled to reopen in May 2016 on its old site as the expanded Alaska State Library, Archives, and Museum (SLAM) following several years of planning and exhibit research. Another new facility, the Walter Soboleff Center, offers visitors a chance to learn about the indigenous cultures of Southeast Alaska–-Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian. Other highlights include the Mt. Roberts Tramway, plenty of densely forested wilderness areas, quiet bays for sea kayaking, and even a famous drive-up glacier, Mendenhall Glacier. For goings-on, pick up the Juneau Empire (www.juneauempire.com), which keeps tabs on state politics, business, sports, and local news.
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LeConte Glacier, Alaska
Sumner Strait, Alaska
Wrangell, Alaska
Cruising Behm Canal, Alaska
Ketchikan, Alaska
Category 1 - Main Deck
#300-305: Conveniently located between the dining room and lounge, these cabins feature two single beds and a large window. All cabins feature a closet, two nightstands, and a sink/vanity with a large mirror outside the bathroom. Note: Solo occupancy cabins are available in categories 1 and 2 only. Shared accommodation can be arranged at the double occupancy rate in categories 1 and 2 only.
Amenities
- Twin
- Vanity Area
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
National Geographic Sea Bird blends rugged expedition capability with the warmth and camaraderie of a small ship.
- 62-passenger capacity for an intimate expedition experience
- Shallow draft for access to narrow rivers and hidden bays
- Fleet of Zodiacs, kayaks, and paddleboards
- All outside-facing cabins with windows
- Open Bridge policy for guest interaction
- Single-seating dining room serving regional cuisine
- Lounge for lectures, briefings, and evening socialising
- A library and wellness specialist onboard
- Expert-led shore excursions and enrichment talks
- Sustainable operations and locally sourced ingredients
