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5 Night Wild Alaska Escape Juneau to Ketchikan Cruise from Juneau

Ship: National Geographic Sea Bird

Cruise Line: Lindblad Expeditions

Sailed: Saturday, Jun 17, 2023 from Juneau, United States

Ended: Thursday, Jun 22, 2023

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Saturday, Jun 17, 2023 departure of the National Geographic Sea Bird. If Lindblad Expeditions modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Itinerary

Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Saturday - Jun 17, 2023

Juneau, United States

Arrive in Juneau, Alaska's capital city, spread out on the banks of the Gastineau Channel at the base of Mount Juneau and Mount Roberts. Upon arrival in Juneau, you'll be welcomed by a Native Voices representative before transferring to a picturesque ski area. Hike to nearby Treadwell gold mine, the largest hard rock goldmine in the world, or take in the Alaskan landscape and enjoy smores around a firepit. Transfer to downtown Juneau in the early evening to embark your ship and settle in. (D)

Day 2 - Sunday - Jun 18, 2023

Cruising LeConte Bay, United States

Today, we explore the LeConte Glacier, one of the most active glaciers in Southeast Alaska and the southernmost tidewater glacier in the Northern Hemisphere. Icebergs regularly break off from the glacier face, getting caught in this shallow moraine and along the shoreline. Take advantage of spectacular photographic opportunities, practicing tricks and tips from onboard certified photo instructor. Our experienced captain will read the ice and bring us as close as possible to the glacier, where we'll set out by Zodiac to navigate among these surreal floating sculptures. (B,L,D)

Day 3 - Monday - Jun 19, 2023

Sumner Strait, Alaska

Navigate the stunning Wrangell Narrows, an area inaccessible to larger ships, and then cruise into the Sumner Strait, keeping watch for humpback whales surfacing and sea otters gliding through the clear water around our ship. Explore the coast by kayak or Zodiac and go ashore to trace bear trails through forests intersected by crystalline salmon streams as you learn about the rainforest ecosystem from our naturalists. Fix your binoculars on the banks to spot Sitka black-tailed deer and moose as well as black bears, wolves, and bald eagles that frequent the shoreline in search of plentiful salmon. (B,L,D)

Day 4 - Tuesday - Jun 20, 2023

Betton Island, Alaska

Betton Island and the surrounding area are prime spots for active kayaking and paddleboarding. We take advantage of the island's excellent birding and wildlife viewing, or search for urchins and other marine life in these intertidal zones alongside our naturalist. Later, we'll enjoy a cold beer and fresh oysters on a fascinating private tour of the only working oyster and kelp farm in Alaska. (Note: 2022 departures visit Wrangell Island on Day 4.) (B,L,D)

Day 5 - Wednesday - Jun 21, 2023

Misty Fjord, Alaska, United States

Wake up this morning to catch the sunrise over the stunning cliffs of Misty Fjords National Monument, rising more than 2,000 feet above the deep-blue waters of the fjord. Watch wisps of clouds drift down the winding waterway and drape over green peaks as we cruise through the mists that give this extraordinary landscape its name. Set out by Zodiac and kayak to get close to the forested banks and the many dramatic waterfalls cascading down the cliffs. (B,L,D)

Day 6 - Thursday - Jun 22, 2023

Ketchikan, United States

Arrive in Ketchikan, the southernmost city in Alaska, spread at the base of forested slopes on Revillagigedo Island. Its many monikers, from "salmon capital of the world" to "rain capital of Alaska", capture the spirit of this city, famous for colorful buildings and abundant fishing boats and canneries. Visit the Native village of Saxman to witness its 29 towering totem poles, the largest collection of standing Native American totem poles in the world. Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B)