Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords
Experience the pure power of primal wilderness on this compact, six-day expedition along the untamed southern regions of Southeast Alaska. Witness the electric blues of iceberg-dotted LeConte Bay and navigate narrow channels like Behm and Blake, as well as Walker Cove in Misty Fjords. Board Zodiacs to explore Prince of Wales Island and take kayaks and paddleboards into salmon-studded waters to trace the rugged, wildlife-rich shorelines of Kupreanof Island.
Highlights
Venture by Zodiac into a fjord laden with blue ice from the Leconte or Baird glacier
Sail Behm Canal into Misty Fjords National Monument in search of humpbacks, orcas, and sea lions
Roam small, uninhabited islands, hiking through the moss-draped cedar and Sitka spruce or tidepooling along the craggy shores
Scan the shorelines along Sumner Strait for a chance to spot black bears and bald eagles in search of salmon
Visit a tribal house and a beach famous for native petroglyphs on remote Wrangell Island, or take a jet boat excursion up the Stikine River
With National Geographic Explorers-in-Training, our exclusive family program, kids and teens will learn about this wild corner of the world—from its massive glaciers to humpback whales
Explore the wild and remote areas of Southeast Alaska by special use permit with the Tongass National Forest
Add-on Experience
Witness black and brown bears feasting on salmon at the Anan Creek Bear Observatory (select departures only)
From
$5,378
/ per person
Does not include any flights
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Alaska
From
$5,378
/ per person
View our brochure for more details
Alaska
From
$5,378
/ per person
SPECIAL SAVINGS
View our brochure for more details
Alaska
Itinerary
Multiple routes available
Some departures follow a modified itinerary. Please refer to departure dates for exact routing of your departure.
Southbound
Download ItineraryStarts atJuneau, AlaskaEnds atKetchikan, Alaska
Day 1
Juneau / Embark Ship
Arrive in Juneau, Alaska’s capital city. One of only two U.S. capital cities not accessible by cars, it lies at the base of the picturesque Mt. Roberts.
Arrival Time: Arrive by 3:00 p.m. local time.
Arrival City: Juneau
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 1
Juneau / Embark ShipArrive in Juneau, Alaska’s capital city. One of only two U.S. capital cities not accessible by cars, it lies at the base of the picturesque Mt. Roberts.
Arrival Time: Arrive by 3:00 p.m. local time.
Arrival City: Juneau
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2
LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm
On your first day of exploration, you'll explore either LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm. These areas feature some of the most active glaciers in Southeast Alaska. Icebergs regularly break off from glaciers, getting caught in shallow moraines and along the shorelines as they float out of the bay. Your experienced captain will evaluate the underwater moraine outside of LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm, where you'll set out by Zodiac to navigate among these surreal floating sculptures. Take advantage of spectacular photographic opportunities, practicing tricks and tips from your certified photo instructor.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
LeConte Bay or Tracy ArmOn your first day of exploration, you'll explore either LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm. These areas feature some of the most active glaciers in Southeast Alaska. Icebergs regularly break off from glaciers, getting caught in shallow moraines and along the shorelines as they float out of the bay. Your experienced captain will evaluate the underwater moraine outside of LeConte Bay or Tracy Arm, where you'll set out by Zodiac to navigate among these surreal floating sculptures. Take advantage of spectacular photographic opportunities, practicing tricks and tips from your certified photo instructor.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Sumner Strait
Navigate the stunning Wrangell Narrows, an area inaccessible to larger ships, and then cruise into the Sumner Strait, keeping watch for orcas and humpback whales surfacing and sea otters gliding through the clear water around the ship. Explore the coast by kayak or Zodiac and go ashore to trace bear trails through forests intersected by crystalline salmon streams. Along the way, learn about the rainforest ecosystem from naturalists. Fix your binoculars on the banks to search for Sitka black-tailed deer and moose as well as black bears, wolves and bald eagles that frequent the shoreline in search of plentiful salmon.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Sumner StraitNavigate the stunning Wrangell Narrows, an area inaccessible to larger ships, and then cruise into the Sumner Strait, keeping watch for orcas and humpback whales surfacing and sea otters gliding through the clear water around the ship. Explore the coast by kayak or Zodiac and go ashore to trace bear trails through forests intersected by crystalline salmon streams. Along the way, learn about the rainforest ecosystem from naturalists. Fix your binoculars on the banks to search for Sitka black-tailed deer and moose as well as black bears, wolves and bald eagles that frequent the shoreline in search of plentiful salmon.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Wrangell
This morning, arrive in the small town of Wrangell. The Tlingit and their ancestors have made this island their home for thousands of years. Take an optional jet boat journey up the Stikine River or explore town, including a visit to Chief Shakes Tribal House and Petroglyph Beach, home to ancient rock carvings. This afternoon, cruise the Eastern Passage and Blake Channel, narrow waterways on the backside of Wrangell Island where other ships rarely venture.
On select departures, choose an optional day trip to Anan Creek Bear Observatory to witness black and brown bears feasting on salmon runs (additional $390 per person). Speak with your expedition specialist for details.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
WrangellThis morning, arrive in the small town of Wrangell. The Tlingit and their ancestors have made this island their home for thousands of years. Take an optional jet boat journey up the Stikine River or explore town, including a visit to Chief Shakes Tribal House and Petroglyph Beach, home to ancient rock carvings. This afternoon, cruise the Eastern Passage and Blake Channel, narrow waterways on the backside of Wrangell Island where other ships rarely venture.
On select departures, choose an optional day trip to Anan Creek Bear Observatory to witness black and brown bears feasting on salmon runs (additional $390 per person). Speak with your expedition specialist for details.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Misty Fjords National Monument
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 cloud drift down the winding waterway and drape over green peaks as you 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.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Misty Fjords National MonumentWake 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 cloud drift down the winding waterway and drape over green peaks as you 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.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Ketchikan / Disembark Ship
Disembark in Ketchikan and transfer to the airport for flights home.
Departure Time: After 10:30 a.m. local time.
Departure City: Ketchikan, Alaska
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 6
Ketchikan / Disembark ShipDisembark in Ketchikan and transfer to the airport for flights home.
Departure Time: After 10:30 a.m. local time.
Departure City: Ketchikan, Alaska
Meals Included: Breakfast
Please review the Essential Eligibility Criteria for hiking activities on this voyage.
The National Park Service, Department of Interior authorizes Lindblad Expeditions as a Concessioner to provide Tour Vessel Services within Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Ships
National Geographic Sea Bird
GUESTS 62
CABINS 31
DECKS 3
National Geographic Sea Bird accommodates just 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. With a shallow draft and small size, she can easily reach places inaccessible to larger ships.
National Geographic Sea Lion
GUESTS 62
CABINS 31
DECKS 3
National Geographic Sea Lion accommodates just 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. With a shallow draft and small size, she can easily reach places inaccessible to larger ships.
Expedition Extensions
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.
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