Antarctica
The white continent by Zodiac and kayak, with the most departures of any expedition operator and a naturalist for every landing.
Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic
Expeditions at the edge of the world
Lindblad pioneered expedition travel, and its partnership with National Geographic still defines the genre. Purpose-built polar ships carry just over a hundred guests alongside naturalists, undersea specialists, and Nat Geo photographers. From more Antarctic departures than any operator to the wildlife of the Galápagos, this is exploration with the experts who wrote the field guide.
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Book through us and unlock exclusive Virtuoso Voyages benefits on every Lindblad Expeditions sailing — onboard credits, private receptions, and shore experiences unavailable through any other channel.
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Benefits included on every booking.
As a member of Virtuoso Voyages, we are able to offer our clients exclusive benefits on every sailing — arranged before you board and confirmed directly through us.
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Dedicated Onboard Host
A personal Virtuoso host sails with your group, present throughout the voyage to answer questions and ensure every detail runs exactly as planned.
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Private Welcome Reception
An exclusive cocktail reception at the start of each sailing, arranged solely for Virtuoso Voyages guests with introductions facilitated by your host.
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Shipboard Credit
$100 per stateroom on voyages under 14 nights; $200 per stateroom on voyages of 14 nights or more, to spend freely on dining, spa, or excursions.
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Exclusive Shore Experience
A private shore excursion, VIP tour, or private car and driver whose itinerary is shaped entirely around your interests and pace — never a group schedule.
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Specialty Dining
Complimentary reservations at specialty restaurants on select sailings, including chef's tastings and curated wine pairings on participating vessels.
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Spa & Wellness Access
Select spa treatments, wellness credits, and onboard amenities included on participating voyages across our preferred cruise partners.
Where It Sails
Destinations
The Galápagos
Sea lions, blue-footed boobies, and giant tortoises — the islands that shaped Darwin, walked with Nat Geo-certified guides.
The Arctic & Baja
Polar bears off Svalbard and grey whales in Baja — the planet's great wildlife theatres, north and south.
On Board
Experiences
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Expedition by Zodiac
A fleet of Zodiacs, kayaks, and an undersea program puts you in the landscape — among the ice and the wildlife, not just passing by.
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Exploring with National Geographic
Naturalists, an undersea specialist, and a Nat Geo photographer sail aboard — the expertise that turns a sighting into an understanding.
Itineraries
Sample Journeys
Illustrative routings to spark the imagination — every sailing is shaped around you.
14 nights
Antarctica
Buenos Aires · Ushuaia · the Drake Passage · the Antarctic Peninsula
The white continent in depth, with daily Zodiac and kayak excursions.
10 nights
The Galápagos
Guayaquil · the central & western Galápagos islands
Two weeks among the wildlife, with naturalists and a flexible itinerary.
11 nights
Arctic Svalbard
Oslo · Longyearbyen · the pack ice · the Svalbard archipelago
In search of polar bears and walrus at the top of the world.
The Fleet
Ships we know.
National Geographic Resolution
Purpose-built polar ship, 138 guests.
National Geographic Endurance
126 guests, advanced polar vessel.
National Geographic Explorer
148 guests, ice-strengthened global expedition.
National Geographic Venture
Coastal Alaska and Baja specialist.