Traditional Kwakwaka'wakw U’mista Dancer, Alert Bay, Cormorant Island, British Columba, Canada.
Welcome sign in Alert Bay, Cormorant Island, British Columba, Canada.
A guest standing in the water taking photos with a iPhone on the Lake Unwin Trail in Desolation Sound Marine Park, British Columbia, Canada.
A aerial view of the ship National Geographic Quest in British Columbia, Canada
Guests explore by zodiac in the San Juan Islands, Washington, USA
Traditional Kwakwaka'wakw U’mista Dancer, Alert Bay, Cormorant Island, British Columba, Canada.
ExpeditionsExploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands

Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands

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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.

Highlights

Two Bald Eagles in the morning light, Alaska
  • Explore remote islands by kayak or on foot, watching for sea lions, river otters, bald eagles, and white-sided dolphins

  • Glide into the sheltered waters of Desolation Sound, discovering its natural beauty by Zodiac, kayak, or paddleboard

  • Visit a cultural center in Alert Bay to see a collection of potlatch masks created by the Kwakwaka’wakw people

  • Search for humpbacks and orcas in British Columbia, and learn about local populations from a researcher for the Center for Whale Research

  • In lovely Victoria, tour private gardens, take a bike ride, and enjoy a private evening event at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

From

$5,897

/ per person

Does not include any flights

dates
Oct
duration
8 Days
starts at
Seattle, Washington
ends at
Seattle, Washington
Talk to an Expedition Specialist1.800.397.3348

From

$5,897

/ per person

dates
Oct
duration
8 Days
starts at
Seattle, Washington
ends at
Seattle, Washington

From

$5,897

/ per person

dates
Oct
duration
8 Days
starts at
Seattle, Washington
ends at
Seattle, Washington

Ships

Ship National Geographic Venture

National Geographic Venture

GUESTS 100

CABINS 50

DECKS 4

American-flagged, she is ideal for discovering domestic waters. Her design innovations were informed by 50+ years of expedition expertise to ensure extraordinary discoveries.

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Expedition Team

Our captains, crew, staff and guides make up the most experienced team in the industry—committed to making every voyage unforgettable. Veteran captains, with decades at sea, are experts at navigating in all conditions, while seasoned naturalists bring advanced knowledge in fields such as geology, wildlife biology and climate science. Many of these professionals have been with us for decades, and their insights bring each destination to life in ways that profoundly enrich your journey. Their expertise is the foundation for the meaningful and transformative experiences we offer in the world’s most extraordinary places.

Captain Andrew Cook with guests and Staff on the Bridge of National Geographic Venture, Baja California, Mexico

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