Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands
7 nights
National Geographic Venture
3 Oct '26Cruise overview
Discover the pristine wilderness, First Nations history, and seaside communities of the Pacific Northwest. Trace the coast from Seattle to British Columbia to explore isolated coves and archipelagos by kayak and Zodiac, and venture ashore to hike through misty forests. Explore among lush Islands, keeping an eye out for marine mammals and bald eagles; visit picturesque coastal towns; and learn about the native cultures that call this region home.
Itinerary
Seattle, Washington
Arrive in Seattle, Washington state’s largest city, and embark National Geographic Quest or National Geographic Venture.
Arrival time: Arrive by 2:00 p.m. local time.
Arrival city: Seattle, WA
Seattle is a scenic seaport city in western Washington, situated on an isthmus between Puget Sound to the west and Lake Washington to the east. It is the largest city in Washington. Five pioneer families from Illinois first settled the area in 1851, and named the town after a friendly Suquamish Indian chief. It was incorporated as a city in 1869, and grew quickly after the Great Northern Railway arrived in 1893, especially during the Alaska Gold Rush of 1897. When the Panama Canal opened in 1914, Seattle became a major Pacific port of entry, and today it is the region’s commercial and transportation hub and the centre of manufacturing, trade, and finance, with an estimated 684,451 residents as of 2015.
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Victoria, British Columbia
Desolation Sound
Cruising Johnstone Strait
Gulf Islands
Friday Harbor, Washington
San Juan Islands, Alaska
Seattle, Washington
Category 1
#301-306 — Cabins feature two single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk, two nightstands, two portholes, a full-length mirror, and reading lights.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
A modern, expedition-ready vessel blending rugged exploration with comfort, technology and style.
- Carries just 100 guests for an intimate expedition experience
- Purpose-built for Alaska, Baja and the Pacific Northwest
- Shallow draft for navigating narrow channels and remote bays
- Fleet of Zodiacs, kayaks and paddleboards for daily adventures
- Open-bridge policy for guest interaction with officers and crew
- All outside-facing cabins, several with step-out balconies
- Contemporary lounge and wraparound windows for wildlife viewing
- Casual open-seating dining featuring regional ingredients
- Wellness space with a small gym and a treatment room
- Dedicated mudroom for gear storage and excursion preparation
