The REALITY of an Alaska Seabourn Encore Zodiac Excursion | Alert Bay
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The way back was absolutely miserable. It poured rain and because we were moving against the rain, it basically was sideways into our face.
We were absolutely soaked on the outside by the time we got back because luckily we were wearing all of our waterproof layers.
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Is taking a $350 Zodiac excursion on the Seabourn Encore worth it—even on a rainy, gloomy day in Alaska? Join me as we head out from Alert Bay to Cormorant Island on a small-boat Zodiac expedition! In this video, I share what it’s REALLY like out on the water, including spotting otters, seals, and a giant humpback whale, plus the cold, rainy reality of cruising through Alaskan weather. We’ll cover: What to expect on a Seabourn Encore Zodiac excursion ($350/person) Exploring kelp forests, spotting marine life & waiting for whales How whale watching actually works (the art of waiting and listening!) Surviving freezing rain and wind on the ride back to the ship Essential waterproof gear you MUST wear for Zodiac tours Would you brave the freezing rain for a chance to see whales up close, or would you stay dry inside the ship? Let me know in the comments below! ABOUT ME Hi, I'm Angie! I'm a travel agent specializing in Alaska cruises. I help travelers navigate cruise itineraries, luxury ships, and bucket-list shore excursions to plan their perfect trip. 📍 CONNECT & PLAN YOUR ALASKA CRUISE WITH ME: Website: https://aboutthememoriestravel.com/angie-lusk/ Contact/Inquiries: angie@tripswithangie.com Follow on Instagram/Facebook: @tripswithangie #SeabournEncore #AlertBay #WhaleWatchingAlaska #AlaskaCruise #ZodiacExcursion #SeabournCruises #CruiseExcursions #TravelAgent