Lindblad Expeditions

Delfin II is a stately riverboat, recently built for the express purpose of exploring deep into the Peruvian Amazon at the headwaters of this mighty river—and doing so in modern tropical style.

A gracious riverboat with gorgeous suites

Delfin II comfortably accommodates 28 guests in 10 suites and four master suites. At 120 feet, she is perfectly sized to sail along the upper Amazon River. Her top deck offers an open-air observation lounge with a bar and comfy chairs ideal for relaxing at the day’s end and watching the jungle scenery glide past. The top deck’s air-conditioned presentation room at the stern with large picture windows on three sides is where photo talks and daily Recaps are held. With board games, computer stations, and comfortable seating with a contemporary flair, this room is also perfect for relaxing.

Her public spaces are luxurious and well-appointed, and offer sweeping views of the river and rain forest. Furnishings are made of sustainably harvested local rain forest wood, and the ship is decorated with handicrafts from the ribereños, native people of the wildlife preserve we explore. A gracious hotel staff makes an art of providing impeccable shipboard services.

Delfin II is a stately riverboat, recently built for the express purpose of exploring deep into the Peruvian Amazon at the headwaters of this mighty river—and doing so in modern tropical style.

A gracious riverboat with gorgeous suites

Delfin II comfortably accommodates 28 guests in 10 suites and four master suites. At 120 feet, she is perfectly sized to sail along the upper Amazon River. Her top deck offers an open-air observation lounge with a bar and comfy chairs ideal for relaxing at…

The National Geographic Delfina, sailing in early 2025, is a luxury catamaran designed for stylish and stable tours of the Galapagos Islands. It accommodates 16 guests in spacious, air-conditioned double cabins with elegant wood décor. Cabins are located across two decks, offering private balconies (Category 5) or direct access to a large wooden deck (Category 4).

The vessel features an open-air Observation Deck providing 360-degree views, complete with a shaded relaxation area, whirlpool hot tub, and lounge chairs. On the wrap-around Upper Deck, guests can dine al fresco while enjoying stunning island views. The Main Deck houses the dining room, bar, cozy lounge with a library, and serves as the boarding area.

For an authentic Galapagos experience, the National Geographic Delfina emphasizes local community engagement and conservation efforts. Ecuadorian officers and crew enhance the immersive experience, alongside sustainably sourced culinary ingredients from local farms and oceans. Each voyage is led by an experienced Expedition Leader and National Geographic certified photo instructor, both licensed naturalists guiding adventures in the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve.

Departing Fridays year-round, the ship offers a classic 10-day itinerary with included nights in Quito or Guayaquil before and after the voyage. It's also available for private charters, ideal for family, friends, or organizations looking to explore the Galapagos Islands together.

The National Geographic Delfina, sailing in early 2025, is a luxury catamaran designed for stylish and stable tours of the Galapagos Islands. It accommodates 16 guests in spacious, air-conditioned double cabins with elegant wood décor. Cabins are located across two decks, offering private balconies (Category 5) or direct access to a large wooden deck (Category 4).

The vessel features an open-air Observation Deck providing 360-degree views, complete with a shaded relaxation area, whirlpo…

Inaugurated in 2008, National Geographic Explorer is the world’s ultimate expedition ship. The embodiment of the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic alliance, her design and equipment is the result of almost 200 years of collective expedition experience.

Sailing to the Galapagos year round, National Geographic Endeavour is best suited to those looking for a more active kind of cruising. As an expedition ship, she offers an expansive range of expedition tools, allowing her guests to see and experience a lesser known side of the region. Though there are no facilities specially catered for children, a range of workshops and daily activities are available.

Inaugurated in 2008, National Geographic Explorer is the world’s ultimate expedition ship. The embodiment of the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic alliance, her design and equipment is the result of almost 200 years of collective expedition experience.

Sailing to the Galapagos year round, National Geographic Endeavour is best suited to those looking for a more active kind of cruising. As an expedition ship, she offers an expansive range of expedition tools, allowing her guests to…

Purpose built in 2005 for expedition cruising in the waters of Tierra del Fuego, the National Geographic Endeavour II underwent a major refit for Galápagos service in 2016 with an all new forward lounge, library, gym & spa along with new fixtures and furniture in cabins, new suites and other amenities throughout. Sophisticated and energy efficient lighting, air-conditioning, water-making and other technical features were also installed or replaced for year-round operation in equatorial waters. The ship, which previously carried 136 passengers, accommodates 96 guests in 52 thoughtfully appointed cabins. She is exceptionally nimble and maneuverable, with a shallow draft to get up close, great viewing from all public spaces, an expansive open-air observation deck, large windows in cabins and suites, and state-of-the-art tools for exploration. National Geographic Endeavour II replaced the much loved National Geographic Endeavour in December 2016.

Purpose built in 2005 for expedition cruising in the waters of Tierra del Fuego, the National Geographic Endeavour II underwent a major refit for Galápagos service in 2016 with an all new forward lounge, library, gym & spa along with new fixtures and furniture in cabins, new suites and other amenities throughout. Sophisticated and energy efficient lighting, air-conditioning, water-making and other technical features were also installed or replaced for year-round operation in equatorial…

The National Geographic Delfina, sailing in early 2025, is a luxury catamaran designed for stylish and stable tours of the Galapagos Islands. It accommodates 16 guests in spacious, air-conditioned double cabins with elegant wood décor. Cabins are located across two decks, offering private balconies (Category 5) or direct access to a large wooden deck (Category 4).

The vessel features an open-air Observation Deck providing 360-degree views, complete with a shaded relaxation area, whirlpool hot tub, and lounge chairs. On the wrap-around Upper Deck, guests can dine al fresco while enjoying stunning island views. The Main Deck houses the dining room, bar, cozy lounge with a library, and serves as the boarding area.

For an authentic Galapagos experience, the National Geographic Delfina emphasizes local community engagement and conservation efforts. Ecuadorian officers and crew enhance the immersive experience, alongside sustainably sourced culinary ingredients from local farms and oceans. Each voyage is led by an experienced Expedition Leader and National Geographic certified photo instructor, both licensed naturalists guiding adventures in the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve.

Departing Fridays year-round, the ship offers a classic 10-day itinerary with included nights in Quito or Guayaquil before and after the voyage. It's also available for private charters, ideal for family, friends, or organizations looking to explore the Galapagos Islands together.

The National Geographic Delfina, sailing in early 2025, is a luxury catamaran designed for stylish and stable tours of the Galapagos Islands. It accommodates 16 guests in spacious, air-conditioned double cabins with elegant wood décor. Cabins are located across two decks, offering private balconies (Category 5) or direct access to a large wooden deck (Category 4).

The vessel features an open-air Observation Deck providing 360-degree views, complete with a shaded relaxation area, whirlpo…

Lindblad Expeditions is thrilled to welcome the National Geographic Islander II to our fleet. Sleek and elegant, she sails year-round in the Galápagos Islands and elevate the guest experience to an entirely new level.

National Geographic Islander II is a gracious expedition vessel that feels like a private yacht. With only 26 staterooms and suites, and accommodating just 48 guests, she sails with a 1:1 guest-to-crew ratio.

Special features include teak decks, indoor-outdoor dining options, an impressive observation deck, and new amenities like a climate-controlled marina and a dedicated science hub.

Lindblad Expeditions is thrilled to welcome the National Geographic Islander II to our fleet. Sleek and elegant, she sails year-round in the Galápagos Islands and elevate the guest experience to an entirely new level.

National Geographic Islander II is a gracious expedition vessel that feels like a private yacht. With only 26 staterooms and suites, and accommodating just 48 guests, she sails with a 1:1 guest-to-crew ratio.

Special features include teak decks, indoor-outdoor dinin…

Launched in 2003, National Geographic Orion is an expeditions ship with an expansive range of exploration tools. Sailing year round to destinations such as Pacific Islands & Australia, Borneo & Indonesia, Southern Africa & the Indian Ocean, and Antarctica, she brings her guests to remote corners of the worlds comfortably. With maximum passenger capacity of 102, guests have the opportunity to learn about the world they live in through exploration and lectures in an intimate setting. Best suited to those looking for a more active kind of cruising, she offers a great setup to discover the world and lean about the environment.

Launched in 2003, National Geographic Orion is an expeditions ship with an expansive range of exploration tools. Sailing year round to destinations such as Pacific Islands & Australia, Borneo & Indonesia, Southern Africa & the Indian Ocean, and Antarctica, she brings her guests to remote corners of the worlds comfortably. With maximum passenger capacity of 102, guests have the opportunity to learn about the world they live in through exploration and lectures in an intimate setting. Best …

Expedition ship National Geographic Sea Birds sails to Alaska, Baja California, and Pacific Northwest with a crew of naturalists and experts. This one of a kind crew allows guests to discover the destinations visited in a more exciting way than regular cruising. These expeditions also show guests the importance of the environment thanks to an expansive range of expedition tools which allow cruisers to see wildlife like never before. Best suited to those looking for a more active kind of cruise, Sea Bird's 31 cabins are all located outside, giving guests the greatest views, even during down time.

Expedition ship National Geographic Sea Birds sails to Alaska, Baja California, and Pacific Northwest with a crew of naturalists and experts. This one of a kind crew allows guests to discover the destinations visited in a more exciting way than regular cruising. These expeditions also show guests the importance of the environment thanks to an expansive range of expedition tools which allow cruisers to see wildlife like never before. Best suited to those looking for a more active kind of …

National Geographic Sea Lion, like her twin ship, National Geographic Sea Bird, 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.

National Geographic Sea Lion, like her twin ship, National Geographic Sea Bird, 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 waterfall…

A voyage along the Nile is the centerpiece of your journey through Egypt. There are few, if any, ships that can match the elegance, ideal size, and graciousness of the Oberoi Philae. Originally built for 100 guests, it was remodeled and reconfigured to accommodate 42 in her peerless style.

Built in 1996, she was extensively reconfigured in 2015 with just 22 cabins and luxurious amenities, including an Oberoi spa. Windows are nearly floor to ceiling and slide open, offering a connection with the river. The topmost deck has a swimming pool that is the largest of any Nile ship and an alfresco restaurant. Downstairs, there’s a stylish enclosed restaurant serving local specialties as well as more continental options.

The heart of the ship is the lounge, where everyone aboard gathers each night for Recap. It’s here that Egyptologists, who have worked with Lindblad for decades, share stories of the sites, who built them and why, and fascinating modern details like how they’ve changed over the years. And it’s these sites and stories, and this time to relax between exploring places of antiquity, that make this expedition, and this ship, so special.

A voyage along the Nile is the centerpiece of your journey through Egypt. There are few, if any, ships that can match the elegance, ideal size, and graciousness of the Oberoi Philae. Originally built for 100 guests, it was remodeled and reconfigured to accommodate 42 in her peerless style.

Built in 1996, she was extensively reconfigured in 2015 with just 22 cabins and luxurious amenities, including an Oberoi spa. Windows are nearly floor to ceiling and slide open, offering a connecti…