Expedition Stories

Our fleet navigates the world in search of adventure. These are the stories they bring back…

World View

9/30/2019

11 Min Read

Teachers in the Wild: Meet the 2019 Grosvenor Fellows

Our 2019 class of Grosvenor Teacher Fellows recently returned from expeditions around the globe aboard Lindblad-National Geographic ships. Four of this year’s 45 fellows took time to share some of their favorite, funny, and unexpected moments in the wild.

World View

11/17/2020

2 Min Read

The Wildness at the Heart of the World

As COVID-19 stilled human sound and motion, the whole world heard it: a silence in which something was calling out to be heard. The wildness at the heart of the world. Now, it’s time to listen. To find out what the world has to say. To give the places where wildness is still sovereign, or still in harmony, or, still unbroken, a genuine listen.

World View

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Exploring Vietnam by Sea

On an expedition along Vietnam’s coastline, enjoy easy access to magnificent cultural treasures, natural wonders, and historic sites.

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Daily Expedition Reports

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Daily Expedition Reports

3/27/2025

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National Geographic Islander II

Santiago Island

With a very relaxing kayak outing in the morning at Espumilla Bay, on the north side of Santiago, our day started. We also enjoyed a very relaxing snorkeling excursion and a Zodiac ride. We followed this up with an interesting visit to Buccaneer Cove.   In the afternoon, we concluded a beautiful week on board with a stop at Puerto Egas Beach where we relaxed a bit then strolled along the coast, checking on waders and fur sea lions.

Daily Expedition Reports

3/27/2025

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National Geographic Gemini

Santa Cruz Island

Santa Cruz Island is the largest inhabited island in the archipelago and perhaps the most diverse. The contrast between nature and culture makes it a very interesting and fascinating place. In the morning, we visited the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center and observed the young tortoises that will later be repatriated to their island of origin. As we walked into town, we encountered sea lions intermingling with humans, then we had a great lunch at the Bahia Mar restaurant along the waterfront.   We spent the afternoon in the highlands where we visited a local family-run sugarcane plantation. We had the opportunity to taste some of their products such as sugarcane honey, molasses, taffy, and moonshine. This was a very rich experience where our guests learned how people live in the Galapagos and shared a little bit of their daily lives.   We finished this interesting day by visiting giant tortoises in their natural habitat as well as a few birds, including mockingbirds, pintail ducks, moorhens, and finches.

Daily Expedition Reports

3/27/2025

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National Geographic Endeavour II

Santa Cruz Island

We arrived at Santa Cruz Island with clear skies and bright sunshine. We experienced the humid and vibrant green of the island while visiting the Galapagos National Park and Charles Darwin Foundation, learning about the conservation efforts these two institutions have contributed over the years working together.   Later, we were welcomed by some of the farmers in the highlands, and in the afternoon, we immersed ourselves in the habitat of the Giant tortoises which are the emblematic animal of this enchanted island.   Photos by Christian Villaroel and Paola Luque

Daily Expedition Reports

3/27/2025

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National Geographic Delfina

Puerto Egas and Buccaneer Cove, Santiago Island

We returned to the center of the Galapagos Archipelago and had the chance to explore the western region of Santiago Island. This morning, we headed to Puerto Egas on a pre-breakfast outing to explore the coast then venture inland.   We snorkeled twice today and had a great time observing the underwater world with several unique species. In the afternoon, we headed towards Buccaneer Cove to go snorkeling, kayaking, and had a coastal exploration to look for wildlife and appreciate incredible landscapes.

Daily Expedition Reports

3/26/2025

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Delfin II

Iricahua and Yanallpa, Upper Amazon, Peru

This morning, we embarked on an early skiff excursion along the tranquil waters of the Iricahua Stream. The stillness of the morning was accompanied by the gentle sounds of the rainforest awakening. After a brief and refreshing rainshower, we enjoyed a delightful breakfast aboard the skiffs. The experience of dining amidst such natural beauty, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Amazon, was truly unforgettable.   We avoided the warmest hours of the day while enjoying various presentations on board. Isaac, a Delfin II bartender, taught us how to prepare Pisco sours and also gave us dancing lessons.   In the afternoon, we went for a guided walk in the Yanallpa area. The highlight was an encounter with the elusive pygmy marmoset, the world’s smallest monkey. We observed these tiny primates as they nimbly navigated the trees, their curious eyes watching us as intently as we watched them. This rare sighting offered a profound connection to the rich biodiversity of the Amazon.