British Columbia & the San Juan Islands

YOU’LL EXPLORE NOT JUST ONE STUNNING SHORELINE

but many on this expedition. The newest state-of-the-art ship in the U.S. Fleet threads the Salish Sea, tucks into straits and sounds, and weaves through island groups known for their charm: the San Juan Islands, Vancouver

Island, and the Gulf Islands. There is much to see, and

even more to do—from wildlife sightings and personal forays into nature by Zodiac, kayak, or paddleboard, to active engagement with the culture and beauty of the First Nations, and cosmopolitan Victoria. And, of course, we take

advantage of the Pacific Northwest’s renowned

food culture. Our team

is committed to using ingredients sourced within a 250-mile

radius of where

we explore—from sustainable growers, producers, and fisheries.

EXPERIENCE THE WILDERNESS AND CHARM OF THIS COASTAL REGION

HEAD TO THE SPECTACULAR SAN JUAN ISLANDS

equipped for exhilarating discoveries of the region’s unmarred beauty. Join your expedition staff on a hike ashore, a kayak paddle, or a Zodiac tour exploring the shoreline of Sucia Island, population 4.

MYTH, BEAUTY, AND LIVING TRADITIONS.

On Cormorant Island in British Columbia, Alert

Bay is a village in traditional Kwakwaka’wakw territory. The rich history of this thriving First Nations’ center of art and tradition is symbolized by a 173-foot high totem pole, one of the tallest in the world, and the U’mista Cultural Centre.

We’ll feel history in the drumbeats at a moving, private dance performance in the Big House at the Centre. This afternoon pick your spot at the deck rail and have your binoculars at the ready as we search for wildlife, including, with luck, killer whales.

INSIDER’S TOUR OF VICTORIA. Victoria is a city of neighborhoods, and you’ll be able to experience them with all your senses—on an active bike tour, or a leisurely historic stroll, or a tour of two of the city’s world renowned gardens. Enjoy a private reception at the Bateman Foundation Gallery of Nature while taking in an incredible collection of paintings.

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS Kayak, hike, and explore aboard Zodiacs along the wildlife-rich shorelines of San Juan and Gulf Islands • Learn the history of the Kwakwaka’wakw people through their art and powerful dance performances • Search for killer whales in Desolation Sound, where they’re most reliably found in the Northern Hemisphere • Enjoy a private reception at the gallery of acclaimed natural history artist Robert Bateman.

EXPLORING BRITISH COLUMBIA & THE SAN JUAN ISLANDS

8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC VENTURE FROM: $5,290

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EXPEDITION DETAILS

2021 Dates: Oct. 2*, 9, 16* 2022 Dates: Oct. 1*, 8, 15* *These departures travel in reverse direction.

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1 Seattle/Embark Day 2 Exploring the San Juan Islands Day 3 Friday Harbor Day 4 Victoria, British Columbia Day 5 Exploring Gulf Islands Day 6 Johnstone Strait/Alert Bay Day 7 Desolation Sound Day 8 Vancouver, British Columbia/Disembark

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Wake up among the Gulf Islands, a rich archipelago in the Strait of Georgia, where we’ll take our pick of perfect spots to kayak, hike, and search for wildlife.

Visit the Kwakwaka’wakw village of Alert Bay to experience the rich history of this First Nations’ center of art and tradition— culminating with a private dance performance.

STUNNING SCENERY

Sail through Johnstone Strait, cut through a magnificently scenic area of mountains and islands, where the ocean waters are home to extraordinary marine mammals and birdwatching.

A WELCOME DESOLATION

In Desolation Sound, on the north end of British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast, pick the perfect bay of calm, sheltered waters to explore by foot, kayak, or Zodiac. Plus watch for wildlife on deck.

CANADA

VANCOUVER ISLAND

VICTORIA YOUR WAY

Dock in Victoria and choose from several tailor-made options to explore based on your interests: private gardens, biking, and more. VANCOUVER

VICTORIA

ART PARTY

Enjoy a private reception at celebrated artist Robert Bateman’s Victoria gallery, home to an incredible collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, etchings, and lithographs. SAN JUAN SMALL-TOWN CHARM

Explore Friday Harbor, a picturesque town on San Juan Island, to visit the fascinating Whale Museum, as well as shops and galleries.

WILD WONDERS

The San Juan Islands are perfect for kayaking, exploring by Zodiac, and hiking.

SEATTLE

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA BIRD & NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA LION

CAPACITY: 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. REGISTRY: United States. OVERALL LENGTH: 152 feet. PUBLIC AREAS: Our twin sister ships feature a library; global market; lounge with full-service bar and facilities for films, slide shows and presentations; observation deck; partially covered sun deck with chairs and tables, and LEXspa. Our “open Bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our officers and Captain and learn about navigation. MEALS: Served in a single seating with unassigned tables. The menu features locally inspired fare. CABINS: All face outside with windows, private facilities and climate controls. EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: A fleet of 6 Zodiacs and 16 kayaks, paddleboards, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, splash-cam, underwater video camera, video microscope, snorkeling gear and wet suits for all guests (where applicable). SPECIAL FEATURES: Guest internet access, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor, video chronicler and undersea specialist. WELLNESS: The vessel is staffed by a wellness specialist and features exercise equipment, LEXspa and outdoor stretching area. SELF-DISINFECTING SHIPS: Lindblad Expeditions became the first self-disinfecting fleet with the rollout of the ACT CleanCoat™ system in 2019. This photocatalytic cleaning process activates when illuminated, continuously breaking down unwanted microbes such as bacteria, viruses, mold, and airborne allergens. The positive environmental impacts of this non-toxic, chemical-free system are many: less plastic in the supply chain and waste stream, and more than one million gallons of water saved annually. The system lowers our carbon footprint and creates a cleaner, healthier shipboard environment for guests and crew alike.

Dinner is served in single seatings with unassigned tables for easy mingling; enjoy morning stretch class or afternoon wildlife viewing from the partially covered sun deck.