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Explore Alaska on Zodiac

Exploring Alaska's Coastal WildernessAboard the National Geographic Sea Bird

May 19 - 26, 2013
Aug 11 - 18, 2013
Cruise Southeast Alaska's majestic Inside Passage and enjoy spectacular natural beauty and wildlife
Starting at $5,990
Call 855-330-1542
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Special Offer
  • MAY 19 DEPARTURE: Receive complimentary economy class round-trip airfare between Seattle and Alaska — a value of $615!* This departure date features complimentary round-trip airfare. Airfare must be booked by Lindblad Expeditions. Not combinable with any other offer. Valid on new bookings only and subject to availability.
  • Special Pricing for the Kids: We believe sharing an expedition with your kids or grandkids is a life-enhancing experience. So, take $500 off the double-occupancy price for each person under 18.
    • Overview
  • Southeast Alaska is an exciting destination for an active, engaging expedition cruise. Experience the flexibility of our small ship as you follow a pod of humpback or orca whales or pause to watch thundering glaciers as they calve. Hike through magnificent spruce forests, kayak in remote coves, see grizzly bears up close from Zodiacs, and explore Alaska’s cultural heritage.
    • Smithsonian Experts
  • Travel with your Smithsonian expert and a dedicated team of naturalists who share their passion for nature in a casual and hands-on style. Lee Fleisher has sailed from the Pacific to the Inside Passage, and now calls the Santa Barbara Channel area home. He will lead the May 2013 departure. Sue Perin has been teaching children and adults in outdoor settings since 1986 and resides in Bozeman, Montana. She will lead the August 2013 departure.
    • Special Highlights
  • Experience Alaska's Inside Passage up close aboard the comfortable and intimate 62-guest National Geographic Sea Bird.
  • Search for whales, bears, sea lions, puffins, bald eagles, and a host of other fascinating wildlife.
  • Zodiac to spectacular waterfalls, kayak among icebergs, walk amid towering spruce, and listen to the "songs" of humpback whales.
  • Join us for an optional pre- (August 4-10, 2013) or post-voyage (August 18-24, 2013) extension to the heart of Denali, Alaska. Only available with the August 2013 departure.
    • World Heritage Site
  • This tour features the following World Heritage site in the United States:
    • Glacier Bay
    See a complete list of all Smithsonian tours featuring World Heritage sites.


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