Today guests explored Princess Louisa Inlet. Before arriving, guests enjoyed the coastline and listened to staff presentations about trading beads on the northwest coast from our cultural specialist and a diving presentation from our under sea specialists. Once we got to Princess Louisa Inlet, guests learned about the history of the area on a Zodiac cruise, followed by several different hikes. All guests had the opportunity to view Chatter Box Falls before boarding National Geographic Venture to head towards Friday Harbor.
10/2/2024
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National Geographic Venture
Alert Bay
This morning, National Geographic Venture cruised north to the tip of Vancouver Island through Seymour Narrows. It was a misty morning full of birds migrating south and Pacific white-sided dolphins bow-riding the ship. It was a great start to the morning. After a delicious brunch, guests disembarked to walk along the bay to the U’mista Cultural Centre. This is the First Nation’s homeland of the ‘Namgis Nation, who welcomed us with their regalia and museum, gifted with rich history and culture. It’s always a blessing to be welcomed into the hearts and spirits of this community and to witness their dances and songs in their big house potlatch ceremonies. After leaving the dock, National Geographic Venture cruised back south and saw humpback whales off in the foggy afternoon, along with gulls and seabirds galore. Thank you for joining us on another great day in the Pacific Northwest!
