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Overview
Before they built the National Geographic Venture and National Geographic Quest, U.S. shipbuilder Nichols Brothers built the twin ships National Geographic Sea Lion and National Geographic Sea Bird. Nimble, reliable, and intimately scaled, they both continue to sail the waters of the west coast of North America and Central America.
National Geographic Sea Lion accommodates just 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. Her inviting public spaces foster a sense of shipboard life where everyone is integral to the adventure, engendering a rewarding sense of community and esprit de corps. National Geographic writer Andrew Evans called National Geographic Sea Lion the “closest thing to Cousteau’s Calypso” he’s ever had the pleasure to be on.
With a shallow draft and small size, she can easily reach places inaccessible to larger ships. She can venture into fast-moving channels where whales come to feed, transit a series of locks in the Pacific Northwest, nose up to waterfalls in secluded coves, and sail into protected anchorages in small bays perfect for snorkeling and kayaking.
The Details
31 outside cabins
All feature windows or portholes, private facilities, climate controls, and hair dryers, plus Ethernet, Wi-Fi connections, and USB ports for mobile devices.
Dining
Meals are served in the dining room at a single seating with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menus feature sustainable choices, local where possible.
Public Spaces
A library; global market; lounge with full-service bar and facilities for films, slideshows and presentations; observation deck; partially covered sun deck with chairs and tables. Our “open bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our officers and Captain and learn about navigation.
Wellness
A fitness center with elliptical, treadmill, weights, resistance bands; LEXspa treatment room, staffed by wellness specialists.
(6) National Geographic Sea Lion Itineraries
NOTE: For expeditions departing April 2024 onward, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins. Durations of expeditions will remain unchanged. More details.
Alaska
Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands and Tracy Arm Fjord
Duration
6 days
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
From
$4,003
Prices are per person
Highlights
Alaska
Special Offers
Alaska
Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords
Duration
6 days
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
From
$4,084
Prices are per person
Highlights
Alaska
Special Offers
Pacific Northwest
New Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine and History 6-Day
Duration
6 days
Apr
From
$4,165
Prices are per person
Highlights
Pacific Northwest
Special Offers
Pacific Northwest
Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine and History 8-Day
Duration
8 days
- Apr
- Sep
- Oct
From
$5,827
Prices are per person
Highlights
Pacific Northwest
Special Offers
Alaska
New Exploring Southeast Alaska’s ABC Islands
Duration
8 days
NOTE: For expeditions departing April 2024 onward, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins. Durations of expeditions will remain unchanged.
From
$7,801
Prices are per person
Highlights
Alaska
Special Offers
Alaska
Canada
Voyage to Alaska, British Columbia and Haida Gwaii
Duration
15 days
- Apr
- May
- Aug
- Sep
From
$10,649
Prices are per person
Highlights
Alaska
Canada
Special Offers