This morning on National Geographic Quest we awoke in the calm waters of the inside passage of Southeast Alaska. An early morning call got us out on the bow for amazing views of bubble-net feeding humpback whales! Mid-morning brought the opportunity to meet with the Global Explorers for a few ‘get to know you’ activities. Meanwhile, photographers attended a program on expedition photography. Following the presentation, the photo instructors provided excellent guidance and tips catered to individuals needs and specific cameras. The afternoon took us off the ship for some excursions exploring the temperate rainforest, lagoon, and Lake Eva. Guests had the opportunity for both kayaking and hiking in this beautiful environment. We rounded the day out with a bit more whale watching from the bow. All in all, another excellent day in Alaska!
8/1/2019
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Baranof Island
After exploring the glaciers and open waters of the northern Inside Passage, we sailed south through the night and returned to the starting point of our journey, Baranof Island. This island, along with Admiralty to the east and Chichagof to the north, is home to one of the highest densities of brown bears in the world. To search for evidence of the bears as they begin their yearly salmon feast and continue our exploration of the temperate rainforest, we anchored in Kelp Bay to kayak and hike the shoreline throughout the morning. Later in the afternoon, we welcomed Dr. Andy Szabo of the Alaska Whale Foundation to learn more about ongoing research taking place in Alaska on the unique bubblenet feeding behavior we witnessed earlier in the trip. Only in Alaska can you experience the forest, salmon, bears, and whales all in one day.
