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A more meaningful
way to see the world.

For more than 50 years, Lindblad Expeditions has been sailing to captivating places near and far in pursuit of discovery, bringing along adventurous travelers to share in the thrill of uncovering the world’s wild secrets. Every voyage reinforces the core belief that the planet holds infinite potential—for new experiences, enhanced knowledge and increased understanding of humanity's role in protecting its trove of natural and cultural treasures. This enduring quest for…

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Aqua Blu

Aqua Blu

Aqua Blu is the first ever long-range ocean explorer yacht permanently based in East Indonesia. With a grand naval pedigree and the…

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Charaidew II

Charaidew II

The Charaidew II is a testament to luxury river cruising in India, blending modern comfort with traditional Assamese charm. Her extra-shallow draught…

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Connect

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Connect

Constructed in 2025, Connect is a brand-new, state-of-the-art European river ship joining our growing collection of bespoke charter vessels next year. With…

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Delfin II

Delfin II

Delfin II has a distinct advantage over any land-based camp—she moves, giving you an ever-varied experience of the Amazon’s multiple landscapes and…

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Delfin III

Delfin III

Delfin III sails the Ucayali and Marañón rivers to the confluence of the mighty Amazon in Peru’s Upper Amazon year-round with style.…

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Evolve

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Evolve

Constructed in 2026, Evolve brings a new level of thoughtful innovation and flexibility to European river travel. Purpose-built for just 120 guests,…

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Greg Mortimer

Greg Mortimer

Launched in 2019, the Greg Mortimer is a cutting-edge expedition vessel purpose-built to explore the polar regions—and it brings that same spirit…

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Jahan

Jahan

To sail along the Mekong River is to experience two fascinating countries and discover how life is led along its banks. There…

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Lord of the Glens

Lord of the Glens

Lord of the Glens was built for one purpose—to fit through the network of locks, lochs, and waterways that make up the…

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National Geographic Delfina

National Geographic Delfina

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions welcomes the newest and most intimate addition to the Galápagos fleet, National Geographic Delfina. This sleek, contemporary vessel, which…

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National Geographic Endeavour II

National Geographic Endeavour II

Purpose built to accommodate expedition-style travel, National Geographic Endeavour II is elegant, nimble, and equipped with state-of-the-art tools for up-close explorations. She…

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National Geographic Endurance

National Geographic Endurance

Purpose-built for polar navigation, National Geographic Endurance is designed to navigate polar passages year-round, and safely explore uncharted waters, while providing exceptional…

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National Geographic Explorer

National Geographic Explorer

Originally constructed to navigate Norway’s famed Hurtigruten, or Coastal Express, her high degree of maneuverability, ideal size, and platform for discovery made…

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National Geographic Gemini

National Geographic Gemini

The newly christened National Geographic Gemini joins the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Galápagos fleet with a heritage of small-ship expedition cruising. National Geographic…

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National Geographic Islander II

National Geographic Islander II

National Geographic Islander ll is a sleek and elegant expedition vessel. Special features include teak decks, indoor-outdoor dining options, an impressive observation…

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National Geographic Orion

National Geographic Orion

Featuring 53 cabins, the gracious and intimate National Geographic Orion takes travelers to little-known waters and isles in the Pacific Islands, Antarctica…

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National Geographic Quest

National Geographic Quest

Built in 2017, National Geographic Quest is ideal for the fast-moving channels and shallow coves of Pan-American waters. Her design and engineering…

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National Geographic Resolution

National Geographic Resolution

One of two new ships expressly built for polar waters, National Geographic Resolution is named to honor the second voyage of the…

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National Geographic Sea Bird

National Geographic Sea Bird

Before they built the National Geographic Venture and National Geographic Quest, U.S. shipbuilder Nichols Brothers built the twin ships National Geographic Sea…

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National Geographic Sea Lion

National Geographic Sea Lion

Before they built the National Geographic Venture and National Geographic Quest, U.S. shipbuilder Nichols Brothers built the twin ships National Geographic Sea…

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National Geographic Venture

National Geographic Venture

Following the build of National Geographic Quest at Nichols Brothers shipyard, her sister ship, the 100-guest National Geographic Venture, floated into the…

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Oberoi Philae

Oberoi Philae

A voyage along the Nile is the centerpiece of your journey through Egypt. There are few, if any, ships that can match…

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Sea Cloud

Sea Cloud

Traveling aboard Sea Cloud, a historic four-masted barque, is a multisensory experience of the rarest kind. The sheer opulence—antique furnishings, marble fireplaces,…

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Sea Cloud II

Sea Cloud II

A romantic tall ship with every modern comfort, Sea Cloud II combines the spaciousness and welcome amenities of a contemporary vessel with…

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Sun Goddess

Sun Goddess

A new addition to our Egypt offerings, the elegant Sun Goddess carries only 60 guests in 30 spacious suites, providing an intimate…

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The Lindblad Expeditions story

For more than 50 years, Lindblad Expeditions has been sailing to captivating places near and far in pursuit of discovery, bringing along adventurous travelers to share in the thrill of uncovering the world’s wild secrets. Every voyage reinforces the core belief that the planet holds infinite potential—for new experiences, enhanced knowledge and increased understanding of humanity's role in protecting its trove of natural and cultural treasures. 

This enduring quest for discovery inspires National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions to find new ways to help you explore. It’s why they build ships that facilitate exploration with their cutting-edge technologies, design itineraries and assemble expedition teams that inspire and chart courses that take you deeper into remote places to give you a richer picture of our world. Because when it comes to exploration, it’s not just what you see, but how you see it that matters. 

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