For our last day of exploration we woke up near the mouth of
Peril Strait, a long, twisting waterway between Baranof and Chichagof Islands.
We anchored in a small cove jutting into the north coast of Baranof, called
Hanas Bay. Our morning was spent ashore, exploring a beautiful old growth
forest, walking along a river that flowed out of Lake Eva. The afternoon was
spent cruising Chatham Strait, looking for marine mammals and enjoying lectures
on bears by Elise, and Gelato monkeys, a National Geographic Assignment by
Trevor Frost. Captain Shawn Nettles hosted our farewell dinner.
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!
