Guests on board National Geographic Venture enjoyed the final day of their voyage by exploring Tracy Arm. Naturalists and guests alike were delighted to explore this fjord system by Zodiac, cruising around icebergs to get a better look at both Sawyer and South Sawyer Glaciers. The iconic harbor seals of Tracy Arm popped up around the Zodiacs as we marveled at the size of these glaciers. As guests enjoyed their final day, everyone came together on the decks to cheer on those brave enough, or perhaps foolhardy enough, to try a polar plunge in the frigid Alaskan waters. Guest reported it to be exhilarating.
- Daily Expedition Reports
- 17 May 2025
Tracy Arm, Southeast Alaska, 5/17/2025, National Geographic Venture
- Aboard the National Geographic Venture
- Alaska
Brett Garner, Undersea Specialist
Brett is a photographer, marine biologist, and educator from California. He is happiest underwater with camera in hand working to inspire marine conservation. He has worked and traveled extensively throughout the Americas, Asia, Oceania, and the Midd...
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