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National Geographic Sea Bird August 9-14 2026 Cruise & Offers

Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords

VoyageSBJUKE-260809 DatesAugust 9-14 2026 Duration5 nights ShipNational Geographic Sea Bird

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National Geographic Sea Bird August 9-14 2026 schematic itinerary route map based on the official National Geographic-Lindblad coordinates
Published route map · Ketchikan, Alaska to Juneau, Alaska · August 9-14 2026 · locally rendered from official itinerary coordinates

Published route, combined without duplicate stops

Destinations & expedition experiences

The official source publishes the ordered day-by-day route but no arrival or departure times. No unpublished times or activities have been added.

August 9, 2026 Ketchikan / Embark Ship Transfer and embarkation stage · Alaska, North America
Published date(s)
August 9, 2026
Destination or area
Ketchikan / Embark Ship
Itinerary type
Transfer and embarkation stage
Published region(s)
Alaska, North America

About Ketchikan / Embark Ship

Ketchikan / Embark Ship is a published transfer, embarkation, or disembarkation stage in the Alaska program. The official itinerary uses it to connect the expedition's operating points and highlights river, rainforest, forest, or wetland environments. Exact flights, transfers, access, activities, and timing remain subject to the final operating plan, local conditions, permits, and the expedition leader's decisions.

August 10, 2026 Behm Canal / Misty Fjords National Monument Scheduled destination · Alaska, North America
Published date(s)
August 10, 2026
Destination or area
Behm Canal / Misty Fjords National Monument
Itinerary type
Scheduled destination
Published region(s)
Alaska, North America

About Behm Canal / Misty Fjords National Monument

Behm Canal / Misty Fjords National Monument is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Alaska program. Verified official day descriptions highlight distinctive ice, geological, volcanic, or polar landscapes. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.

Published expedition experiences

  • Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
  • Kayaking: Kayaking may be offered when conditions, permits, and expedition operations allow.
August 11, 2026 Wrangell Scheduled destination · Alaska, North America
Published date(s)
August 11, 2026
Destination or area
Wrangell
Itinerary type
Scheduled destination
Published region(s)
Alaska, North America

About Wrangell

Wrangell is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Alaska program. Verified official day descriptions highlight wildlife habitats and opportunities for responsible observation. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.

Published expedition experiences

  • Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
August 12, 2026 Sumner Strait Scheduled destination · Alaska, North America
Published date(s)
August 12, 2026
Destination or area
Sumner Strait
Itinerary type
Scheduled destination
Published region(s)
Alaska, North America

About Sumner Strait

Sumner Strait is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Alaska program. Verified official day descriptions highlight wildlife habitats and opportunities for responsible observation. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.

Published expedition experiences

  • Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
  • Kayaking: Kayaking may be offered when conditions, permits, and expedition operations allow.
  • Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
  • Expert-led interpretation: Expert-led interpretation is referenced in the published program and is delivered according to the expedition plan.
August 13, 2026 LeConte Bay Scheduled destination · Alaska, North America
Published date(s)
August 13, 2026
Destination or area
LeConte Bay
Itinerary type
Scheduled destination
Published region(s)
Alaska, North America

About LeConte Bay

LeConte Bay is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Alaska program. Verified official day descriptions highlight distinctive ice, geological, volcanic, or polar landscapes. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.

Published expedition experiences

  • Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
  • Photography: Photography opportunities are referenced in the published program and depend on light, access, and conditions.
August 14, 2026 Juneau Scheduled destination · Alaska, North America
Published date(s)
August 14, 2026
Destination or area
Juneau
Itinerary type
Scheduled destination
Published region(s)
Alaska, North America

About Juneau

Juneau is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Alaska program. Verified official day descriptions highlight the destination's geographic setting and role within the published route. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.

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National Geographic Sea Bird | Voyage SBJUKE-260809 | August 9-14 2026 | 5 nights Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords
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National Geographic Sea Bird August 9-14 2026: is Voyage SBJUKE-260809 right for you?

This 5-night voyage aboard National Geographic Sea Bird sails Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords. Voyage SBJUKE-260809 is preserved locally but was not found in the latest verified voyage-search dataset, so current availability must be reconfirmed. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure. National Geographic Sea Bird is described as active; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage SBJUKE-260809, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage SBJUKE-260809?

For the August 9-14 2026 Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

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What is included and not included on National Geographic Sea Bird Voyage SBJUKE-260809?

For the August 9-14 2026 Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords sailing aboard National Geographic Sea Bird: This is a mixed fleet of owned and partner expedition vessels, so included dining, equipment, activities, transfers and personal services are specific to the selected ship and voyage. The current verified ship mapping does not establish one complete inclusion and exclusion schedule for this vessel, and another vessel's benefits are not applied here. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on National Geographic Sea Bird Voyage SBJUKE-260809?

For the August 9-14 2026 Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords sailing aboard National Geographic Sea Bird: Cabin layouts, primary beds, occupancy and connecting options are specific to this vessel and category. The current verified mapping does not name a child or third-guest sleeping surface for this ship, so no sofa bed, rollaway, Pullman or berth is assumed without the exact deck plan and booking confirmation. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on National Geographic Sea Bird Voyage SBJUKE-260809, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the August 9-14 2026 Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords sailing aboard National Geographic Sea Bird: Landings and expedition activities depend on this vessel, destination, weather, operating conditions and participant requirements. The current verified record does not establish that every named activity is fare-included, so the exact expedition program controls. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard National Geographic Sea Bird for Voyage SBJUKE-260809?

For the August 9-14 2026 Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords sailing aboard National Geographic Sea Bird: Wi-Fi equipment, allowance, device rules and availability vary across the owned and partner fleet. A ship-specific entitlement is not safely verified for this vessel, so Deluxe Cruises will confirm it for the exact departure. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are National Geographic Sea Bird's verified headline statistics?
62Guests
31Cabins
3Decks
What clothes should I bring for this August itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this August cool-weather itinerary

  • Pack breathable layers, a warm mid-layer, and a wind- and water-resistant jacket for changing temperatures ashore and on deck.
  • Bring supportive non-slip walking shoes for piers, uneven paths, and longer touring days, plus a compact day bag and rain protection.
  • Add sun protection and binoculars where scenery or wildlife viewing is central; use the final forecast and operator documents to refine the list.

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions dress guidance

  • Expedition dress is casual and comfortable; no formal outfit is required.
  • Published guidance recommends casual trousers, fleeces or sweaters, sturdy rubber-soled shoes for the ship and destination-appropriate layers and outerwear.
  • Packing requirements differ substantially by climate and activity, so use the exact expedition's pre-departure materials.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard National Geographic Sea Bird?
  • The fleet includes owned expedition ships and diverse partner sailing, yacht and river vessels, so dining, lounges, libraries, observation areas, wellness facilities and included services are ship-specific.
  • General expedition material describes exploration tools such as kayaks, paddleboards and underwater imaging, with warm-region vessels sometimes carrying wetsuits, snorkelling or diving equipment.
  • Never promise a particular exploration tool, marina, spa, gym or dining venue without checking the selected ship and voyage.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does National Geographic Sea Bird have?
  • Fitness, exercise and wellness facilities vary by ship; there is no verified line-wide gym or spa specification for this mixed fleet.
  • Expedition activity can include guided walks, hikes, kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkelling and Zodiac or small-boat operations when the selected ship, destination, weather and guest ability permit.
  • The expedition team and captain determine whether an activity or landing can operate safely.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can National Geographic Sea Bird guests expect?
  • Cabin categories, layouts, windows, balconies, occupancy, connecting options, accessible features and suite benefits are highly ship-specific.
  • Use the current official ship guide and deck information for the exact vessel; do not transfer cabin features between owned and partner vessels.
  • The verified ship mapping provides published cabin totals only, not a promise that every cabin has the same amenities.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage SBJUKE-260809 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard National Geographic Sea Bird?
  • The minimum age is 6 months on most itineraries.
  • A minimum age of 4 years applies to published Antarctica, Falklands and South Georgia, Patagonia, Northwest Passage and Canadian Arctic, Greenland and Iceland combination, Svalbard and Norway-Svalbard, and Baffin Island itineraries.
  • Ship-specific minimums override the general rule: Connect, Evolve and Sea Cloud II require age 1; The Jahan requires age 5; Delfin II, Delfin III and Oberoi Philae require age 7; Charaidew II requires age 18.
  • Every child must travel with a parent or legal guardian. Exact family programming and activity participation vary by voyage and ship.
  • A guest who will enter the 24th week of pregnancy on embarkation or at any point during the expedition cannot sail.
  • A doctor's waiver does not override the published pregnancy threshold.

For Voyage SBJUKE-260809: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does National Geographic Sea Bird handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Guests must provide their own wheelchair or mobility aids and declare all mobility and medical equipment at least 30 days before departure.
  • Motorised wheelchairs and other motorised assistive devices are not permitted; a manual wheelchair may be no wider than 24 inches.
  • Crew are not obligated to lift or push mobility devices or provide personal care, so a guest who needs help with daily activities must travel with a capable companion.
  • Access to rigid inflatable boats, small boats, remote landings, gangways and individual ports cannot be guaranteed.
  • The captain and expedition team retain the final operational and safety decision.
  • All fleet vessels publish defibrillators and emergency equipment, but complex care requires shoreside facilities and the presence of an onboard health provider varies by ship.
  • Owned vessels published with a health provider are National Geographic Endurance, Resolution, Explorer, Orion, Venture, Quest, Sea Bird, Sea Lion, Endeavour II, Islander II and Gemini; National Geographic Delfina is published without one.
  • Partner vessels published with a health provider are Sea Cloud II, Delfin II and Delfin III. Charaidew II, Aqua Blu, Connect, Evolve, Lord of the Glens, Oberoi Philae, Sun Goddess and The Jahan are published without one.
  • The current official health FAQ does not state Greg Mortimer's provider status, so it must be confirmed for the voyage.
  • Guests requiring hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis are not accepted. Personal oxygen concentrators may be permitted, but liquid oxygen and cylinders are not; guests may bring their own CPAP equipment.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard National Geographic Sea Bird?
  • Smoking and vaping are permitted only in designated outdoor areas.
  • Follow the selected vessel's posted locations and crew directions because this is a mixed owned and partner fleet.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for National Geographic Sea Bird Voyage SBJUKE-260809?

For air travel before and after the August 9-14 2026 Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords sailing aboard National Geographic Sea Bird, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I create a MyLEX Guest Portal account and connect National Geographic Sea Bird Voyage SBJUKE-260809 after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms National Geographic Sea Bird Voyage SBJUKE-260809 and the required deposit is recorded, Lindblad Expeditions sends personalized MyLEX access information. Use Lindblad's booking number—not a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference.

  1. Step 1 — Find the MyLEX message: Use the personalized account information sent for the confirmed reservation, or open MyLEX from Lindblad Expeditions' official website.
  2. Step 2 — Create or open the account: Register with the guest email address and a password, or sign in with the existing email and password. Use Reset Password if Lindblad credentials already exist.
  3. Step 3 — Add the booking: After login, open Your Booking, enter the Lindblad booking number in Add A Booking, and select Add.
  4. Step 4 — Match the departure: Choose the correct departure date and expedition name from the list and confirm them. The booking should then appear in the account.
  5. Step 5 — Review and prepare: Open National Geographic Sea Bird Voyage SBJUKE-260809 and select Review or Prepare to access the expedition guide, invoices, forms, flight questionnaire, travel documents, packing information, and other released planning materials.

If the booking cannot be added, recheck the Lindblad booking number, departure date, expedition name, and account email. Then contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the reservation record with Lindblad Expeditions.

MyLEX content and forms are released according to the booking and departure stage. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for changes or assistance. Keep your MyLEX password private; Deluxe Cruises does not need it.

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