This morning National Geographic Venture anchored in the scenic bay between Mitkof Island and mainland Alaska. Guests and staff took to the Zodiacs and explored an iceberg graveyard. Fed by the LeConte Glacier — the most southerly tidewater glacier in the northern hemisphere, and one of the fastest flowing as well — there is a seemingly unending supply of massive ice monoliths to explore by boat. Once back on board, we enjoyed a fabulous brunch prepared by the amazing hotel team as the ship navigated to the town of Petersburg. The afternoon featured a plethora of activity options ranging from long walks, to bike rides, to cultural experiences, to harbor tours. To cap it all off, the hotel team outdid themselves again and put on a fabulous Alaskan crab feast! A truly incredible day.
- Daily Expedition Reports
- 31 Jul 2023
Petersburg, 7/31/2023, National Geographic Venture
- Aboard the National Geographic Venture
- Alaska
James Hyde, Undersea Specialist
Pacific Northwest born James Hyde grew up immersed in the Salish Sea, on Vashon Island with Seattle as his backdrop. A passionate traveler from a young age, James explored four continents before finishing his degree at Western Washington University's...
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