The fog was thick as we made our way into Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park. We scanned the sound before breakfast, looking for the telltale vertical columns of haze that would signal the presence of our cetacean quarry in the pre-dawn chill, yet none were seen. After an early morning session of watching from the bow, it was time to come in for breakfast and a morning briefing. When we finally arrived at Tenedos Bay, the fog had begun to clear, revealing the towering mountains that make this ocean-to-sky landscape so much like a postcard.
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!
