Adventure or bust! With a morning full of true expedition, National Geographic Quest anchored within the boundaries of Security Bay State Marine Park on Kuiu Island. Known for its history of logging, this protected area is an excellent site for explorations by land and by sea. In a downpour appropriate for the temperate rainforest, guests took to kayaks and paddleboards and played with harbor seals and sea otters. In the forest, guests followed game trails created by black bears and moose, moving through bushes and over logs. In the afternoon, special guests from the Alaska Whale Foundation were picked up in Baranof Warm Springs Bay. The foundation is Lindblad Expedition’s regional partner, and two student researchers shared what our Conservation Fund has helped them discover about our humpback and killer whale populations.
6/14/2025
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National Geographic Quest
Southeast Alaska
On the last full day of our voyage, we woke in Endicott Arm near the Dawes Glacier. We spent the morning enjoying Zodiac tours to the face of Dawes Glacier and watched multiple calving events. We were also able to spot several harbor seals, waterfalls, and a couple harbor porpoises on the way. After lunch we had the opportunity to participate in a polar plunge. Forty people decided to brave the frigid water for a short swim. Those of us not eager to jump into glacier water were able to watch from the bow. After the polar plunge, we warmed up on board as we started transiting towards Juneau. On the way, we stopped at a beautiful waterfall to once again admire the amazing natural beauty of Alaska. During our farewell recap, we were treated to a quick visit by a humpback whale. We ended our day with a slideshow made up of our favorite photos and memories of an amazing week on board National Geographic Quest .