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National Geographic Sea Bird, like her twin ship National Geographic Sea Lion, is a tried and true expedition ship that plies the waters from Alaska, to the Columbia and Snake Rivers, to Baja California and the Sea of Cortez and to Costa Rica and Panama. With a shallow draft and small size, she can easily reach places inaccessible to larger ships. She can venture into fast-moving channels where whales come to feed, transit a series of locks in the Pacific Northwest, nose up to waterfalls in secluded coves, and sail into protected anchorages in small bays perfect for snorkeling and kayaking.
Year Built
1982Year Refurbished
Year Entered Present Fleet
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United StatesTonnage (GRT)
5000PAX (basis 2)
62Max Pax (inc. Uppers)
62Passenger Decks
3Number of Crew
15Officers' Nationality
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0Balcony
0Oceanview
31Oceanview No Balcony
0Oceanview With Balcony
0Balconies
0Interior
0Accessible
20Total Number of Accommodations
1000Category 1
Category 2
Category 3
Cat 1 #301-306 - These well-located cabins include two lower single beds and a window. Cabin doors open to the outside. Note: Sole occupancy cabins are available in Categories 1 and 2 only.
Bridge Deck
Upper Deck
Main Deck
4.5
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<div>Loved every minute on the Sea Lion. We traveled through the Panama Canal several years ago on this boat, and enjoyed Alaska on this boat.</div>
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56 guests as ship is small compared to others have toured on. More than one activity offered with each stop. Long, more strenuous hikes as well as shorter, less strenuous walks. Lot of wildlife sightings. Kayaking, water boarding and snorkeling were offered. Zodiac rides were offered to view wildlife in some areas. One younger passenger, think 11 years old, who had a great time. Many family groups. Not for super young children, but probably 8-9 and older. Pre-ordered dinner entree and half portions were an option which was a huge plus. One did not have to remember what they ordered and could still choose, but most remembered what they had ordered! Sea Lion is doing this in order to curb wasted food. A lot of fresh salads and fresh fruit. Not a lot of sweets which was great.
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