Exploring British Columbia & the San Juan Islands

National Geographic Venture: see deck plan and photos

Accommodations aboard ship; meals from breakfast on Day 2 to breakfast on Day 8; excursions; services of Lindblad Expeditions' leader, naturalist staff and expert guides; use of kayaks; entrance fees; all port charges and service taxes; airport transfers to and from the ship.

Air transportation; voyage DVD; personal items such as alcoholic beverages, emails, etc.; discretionary tips for ship’s crew, optional travel and/or medical evacuation insurance.

Recommended Insurance

Since the areas we travel to are remote and wild (that's why we go there!), we strongly recommend that all guests have, at minimum, medical evacuation insurance for this program. While this is not required, we make this strong suggestion in the interest of our guests' safety. We recommend that your chosen independent insurance plan includes at least $250,000 in medical evacuation coverage.

To protect your investment and to provide peace of mind while you travel, we also strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance. Plans may cover everything from medical treatment to trip cancellations and delays and lost luggage. Please contact our office if you would like more information about the medical evacuation and comprehensive travel insurance policies we offer by calling 800-543-8917.

Easy to Moderate
This adventure does not require a high degree of physical fitness; however, should you choose to participate in every activity, you will be required to climb into and out of expedition landing crafts and kayaks from the yacht. Please be prepared for water landings and a series of short walks over potentially wet, muddy, uneven terrain. Kayaking will be an option available to guests. It is easy to learn, and we expect that most of our guests have little or no experience. It does, however, take an adventurous spirit.

Seattle to Vancouver
You will need to arrive in Seattle on Day 1 of the itinerary no later than 3 pm for a 5 pm embarkation. You are free to depart on Day 8 from Vancouver after 11:30 am in order to make the group transfer.

Vancouver to Seattle
You will need to arrive in Vancouver on Day 1 of the itinerary no later than 12:30 pm in order to make the group transfer and 5 pm embarkation. You are free to depart on Day 8 from Seattle after 11 am.

We can best serve you by having Lindblad Expeditions’ air department book your flights, since Lindblad is most familiar with the special requirements of each trip. Please call Lindblad directly at 800-397-3348. Note that while Lindblad Expeditions’ air department will offer you its best available rates on airfare, you may find better fares online.