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Lindblad Expeditions
Go further. See more. Understand deeper. The world's leading expedition cruise line, in partnership with National Geographic.
Why Lindblad?
Expedition Cruising Reimagined
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has been pioneering expedition travel for over 50 years. Their unique partnership with National Geographic brings together the world's greatest storytellers, photographers, and scientists to create voyages that are as educational as they are extraordinary.
Aboard small, purpose-built expedition ships, guests venture to the planet's most remote and pristine destinations — Antarctica, the Galápagos, the Arctic, Baja California, and beyond — with an expert team dedicated to bringing every destination to life.
National Geographic Expertise
Every voyage includes a National Geographic Photography Expert, helping you capture the world's most extraordinary landscapes and wildlife.
Expert Naturalist Staff
Lindblad's team of scientists, naturalists, and historians bring each destination to life with unparalleled depth and passion.
Purpose-Built Expedition Ships
Small, nimble vessels designed for remote destinations — with Zodiacs, kayaks, and underwater cameras to get you closer to nature.
Remote Destinations
Reach places larger ships simply cannot go — pristine wilderness, uninhabited islands, and wildlife-rich coastlines off the beaten path.
Citizen Science
Guests actively contribute to real scientific research in partnership with National Geographic, making every voyage meaningful.
Small Group Experience
With just 48–148 guests per voyage, Lindblad offers an intimate, immersive experience that larger cruise lines simply cannot match.
Featured Voyages
Signature Lindblad Expeditions
PolarAntarctica: The White Continent
The ultimate expedition voyage — sail deep into the Antarctic Peninsula aboard a purpose-built expedition ship. Witness towering icebergs, vast penguin rookeries, humpback whales, and leopard seals in one of the most remote and awe-inspiring places on earth.
Best time to travel: November – March
WildlifeGalápagos Islands: Darwin's Living Laboratory
Lindblad has been operating in the Galápagos for over 50 years — longer than any other expedition company. Snorkel with sea lions, walk among giant tortoises, and observe wildlife that shows no fear of humans on this extraordinary voyage.
Best time to travel: Year-round
PolarArctic: Svalbard & Norway
Journey to the top of the world in search of polar bears, walrus, Arctic foxes, and vast seabird colonies. Svalbard's dramatic landscape of glaciers, fjords, and tundra is one of the most spectacular wilderness destinations on the planet.
Best time to travel: June – August
WildlifeBaja California & Sea of Cortez
Jacques Cousteau called it 'the world's aquarium' — and the Sea of Cortez delivers on that promise. Swim with whale sharks, watch grey whales nurse their calves in Magdalena Bay, and snorkel among the extraordinary marine life of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Best time to travel: January – April
ScenicAlaska's Inside Passage
Experience Alaska the Lindblad way — up close and personal. Kayak among calving glaciers, watch humpback whales bubble-net feed, and explore remote coves and inlets that larger ships simply cannot access.
Best time to travel: May – September
ScenicPatagonia: Chilean Fjords & Wild Coasts
From soaring mountains with razor-sharp peaks to a panoply of rare wildlife, Patagonia stuns with its trove of natural wonders. Travel to wild isles and untrammeled coasts aboard small expedition ships with special access to Karukinka Natural Park.
Best time to travel: November – March
South America
Expeditions in Epic Patagonia
From soaring mountains with razor-sharp peaks to a panoply of rare wildlife, Patagonia stuns with its trove of natural wonders. Aboard small and nimble expedition ships, travel to the region's wild isles and untrammeled coasts — where roads are scarce and nature reigns.
Classic Patagonia: Glaciers and Peaks
National Geographic Endurance
Discover the essence of Patagonia — iridescent glaciers, snow-draped peaks and sprawling landscapes. Navigate Chile's maze of winding narrows, marvel at Bernal Glacier, hike through beech forests, and venture to Karukinka Natural Park with special access to over 735,000 acres of protected land.
Exploring Patagonia's National Parks
National Geographic Resolution or Orion
Experience the full sweep of Patagonia — from charming Chiloé Island to the wilds of Tierra del Fuego and the pinnacles of Torres del Paine. Navigate fjords, channels and isles to access incandescent icebergs, gigantic glacial fields, and ancient forests along the breathtaking Route of the Parks.
Chilean Fjords & Argentina's Staten Island
National Geographic Orion
Discover the fjords, glaciers, and panoramic vistas that make Chilean Patagonia one of the most lauded nature destinations on Earth. Glide into fjords beneath walls of blue ice, explore Karukinka Natural Park, and visit the seldom-seen Isla de los Estados — home to elephant seals and Andean condors.
Limited-Time Offer
Enjoy up to $2,000 in air credits per person when you book select 2027 expeditions. Book by November 4.
Applicable to Antarctica, Arctic, Europe, Japan and South Pacific voyages.
Ready for the Adventure of a Lifetime?
Our expedition specialists will help you find the perfect Lindblad voyage — from Antarctica to the Galápagos. Get in touch today for expert, no-obligation advice.