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Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness from Sitka

DEPARTING FROM:SitkaFINAL DESTINATION:Juneau

DURATION:8 Days/ 7 NightsREGION:North AmericaSHIP:National Geographic Quest & Venture

Exploring Southeast Alaska on a small ship expedition is an unrivalled experience, and your guarantee of an in-depth encounter with all its wonders. National Geographic's new 100-guest twin expedition ships are fully equipped with tools for exploration. You’ll have the opportunity to hike over spongy earth on trails used by bears for centuries or along boardwalks built over bogs and winding through forests. You’ll take expedition landing craft past floating icebergs for closer looks at 

glaciers, and each day you’ll have the option to walk or kayak to fully immerse yourself in Alaska's remarkable wilderness.

On alternate weeks this expedition operates in the reverse direction, between Juneau and Sitka. Click here for departure dates and information.

Read our first-hand review of this expedition

Ship Details

National Geographic Quest & Venture

National Geographic Quest & Venture

Launched in 2017 National Geographic Quest and National Geographic Venture (launching 2018) are state-of-the-art, purpose-built expedition vessels made for exploring coastal waters, shallow coves and fast-moving channels where wildlife congregate while sailing with the luxury of supreme comfort. Spacious cabins, open decks for wildlife viewing, and specialty tools for exploration make these ships the ideal platform for sailing in the remote areas of Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, Costa Rica, Panama, and Belize.

Designed with decades of expedition experience in the region, these small ships more than comfortably accommodate 100 guests in 50 cabins. Twenty-two of the 50 cabins feature small balconies with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that bring in the spectacular views and ample natural light. Twelve cabins connect via internal doorway access allowing families to combine their rooms. Plus, all category 5 suite cabins can accommodate a third person on a convertible sofa bed.

Twin expedition craft landing platforms allows rapid deployment of tenders from the ship to take advantage of wildlife sightings and to ensure time off the ship exploring is maximised. Designed with a shallow draft, National Geographic Quest and National Geographic Venture draw less than three metres of water, allowing them to sail into places where much larger ships cannot go.

 

Key Facts

Crew
35
Officers
United States
Guests
100
Tonnage
2906
Length
238 Feet / 72 Metres
Width
45 Feet
Speed
12 Knots
Passenger Decks
4
Built
2017
Registry
United States of America
Room Grades
Options

The following additional options may be added to your cruise.

6-Day Denali National Park Extension

Complete you Alaskan experience by adding a 6-day stay in Denali National Park. With the idyllic North Face Lodge as your base camp, you'll enjoy special access. North Face Lodge's relationship with the Park ensures exclusive opportunities for you to explore Denali's most pristine backcountry areas for prime hiking and wildlife viewing. Set deep in the heart of the Park, this unique wilderness retreat offers unparalleled views of Mt. Denali, a wide range of outdoor activities and nightly presentations that emphasise Denali's natural and cultural history, plus locally sourced cuisine. The small group size of 11 guests per naturalist enhances the intimacy of outings and opportunities for in-depth learning. Explore via private touring vehicles, or if you prefer a more personal exploration, you can hike a trail near the lodge, canoe on Wonder Lake, bike the trails or even spend an afternoon fishing. At the expedition's end, you'll return to Anchorage first class in lavishly appointed cars on the Alaska Railroad that feature original Alaska art and a private outdoor viewing deck. Ask us for full details of this exciting addition to your Alaskan expedition cruise.

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$7,480 Per Person (Indicative pricing in NZD. Sold in AUD)
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6-Day Denali National Park Extension
Inclusions

Your cruise price includes:

  • Accommodation aboard National Geographic Quest or Venture for 7 nights
  • All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Cappuccinos, lattes and filtered water
  • 24-hour coffee, tea and soda on demand 
  • Hors d’oeuvres and snacks during daily recap
  • Use of exercise equipment
  • Fully stocked library, and other gracious public spaces
  • The guidance and company of the expedition staff
  • Sightseeing and entrance fees
  • Special access permits, park fees, port taxes
  • Transfers to and from group flights
  • All excursions as described in the itinerary
  • Zodiac and kayak explorations
  • Presentations and guest speakers in the lounge

 

Your cruise price does not include:

  • Flights and pre- and post- cruise accommodation
  • Transfers to / from the ship
  • Travel Insurance (highly recommended - ask us for a quote today)
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages 
  • Spa treatments
  • Items of a personal nature (bar, laundry and communications expenses)