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National Geographic Sea Bird

Lindblad Expeditions

10 upcoming departures · 5 itineraries

Class Expedition ship

Built 1982

Gross Tonnage 630

Guests 62

Crew 30

Length 46.0 m

Beam 9.0 m

Decks 3

Cabins 31

Live Position ● 14 hours ago

Heading to: USWRG

Currently on: Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords (5 nights)

Full port route isn't linked for this sailing yet.

7.8 knots Under Way Using Engine

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About National Geographic Sea Bird

National Geographic Sea Bird is a compact, American-flagged expedition ship built for close-range exploration along the coasts of Alaska, British Columbia, the Pacific Northwest, Baja California, and Central America. The 62-guest vessel has 31 outside cabins, three passenger decks, and a shallow draft suited to narrow channels and secluded anchorages. Its intimate scale supports an informal expedition atmosphere, with naturalists, kayaks, Zodiacs, and frequent opportunities for wildlife observation from the open bridge, observation areas, and partially covered sun deck.

Ship at a Glance

Operator: Lindblad Expeditions
Builder / shipyard: Nichols Brothers Boat Builders, Freeland, Washington, USA
Registry / flag: United States
Call sign: WAK8004
IMO number: 8966444
MMSI: 366892350
Previous names: Sea Bird; Majestic Explorer

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship carries six Zodiacs, 16 kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards for small-group exploration. Its shallow draft and compact dimensions allow access to waterways and anchorages unavailable to larger cruise ships.

Dining

Meals are served in a single-seating dining room with unassigned tables, encouraging informal mingling. Menus emphasize sustainable choices and local ingredients where possible.

Entertainment

The lounge includes a full-service bar and facilities for films, slide presentations, and expedition talks. A library, observation areas, and an open bridge provide additional onboard activities.

Staterooms & suites

All 31 cabins are outside-facing and include windows, private bathrooms, lower berths, reading lights, and individual climate control. Cabin categories are distributed across the Main, Upper, and Bridge decks.

Pools, spa & wellness

The ship has a partially covered sun deck with chairs and tables, plus outdoor areas suited to wildlife viewing and relaxation.

Environmental features

Lindblad describes the dining program as featuring sustainable choices and local ingredients where possible. The ship's small-scale expedition design supports access to remote coastal environments rather than large-port cruising.

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Itineraries & Sailings

Next: Aug 14, 2026

1 upcoming departure

Next: Sep 12, 2026

4 upcoming departures

Next: Sep 5, 2026