Expedition Stories

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

World View

3/19/2018

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Where to Observe Penguins Around the World

From Antarctica to New Zealand, our expeditions take you to far-flung destinations where you can see a plethora of penguins up close and alongside expert naturalists eager to illuminate every behavior.

World View

4/24/2019

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6 Epic Experiences for Adventurous Travelers

Our Epic Voyages are extended expeditions in our portfolio that afford travelers the rare opportunity to sail places far off the beaten path, where endemic creatures and ancient cultures thrive beyond the reaches of the outside world. Here are five exciting experiences you can have while on one of our Epic Voyages.

World View

A solo paddleboarder stops in front of a waterfall

4/30/2020

5 Min Read

Exploring with Glide: A Paddleboard with Purpose

Not all paddleboards are created equal! When it came to choosing a paddleboard supplier for Lindblad Expeditions' fleet, Glide SUP definitely stood out above the rest. Find out why this is the most sustainable and innovative board in the industry.

World View

5/14/2020

4 Min Read

Going Epic: The Case for Far-Reaching Travel

Author, travel writer for National Geographic and other publications, TV host and frequent Global Perspectives Guest Speaker aboard the Lindblad-National Geographic fleet, Andrew Evans is an authority on “epic.” He is the perfect person to ponder the outsize merits of longer journeys—and the breathtaking surprises that can only be found in the deep unknown.

World View

6/16/2020

2 Min Read

Celebrating Our Oceans: Fascinating Facts About Marine Life

Did you know that the majority of life on Earth is aquatic? It shouldn’t come as much of a surprise given that our oceans cover more than 70 percent of the planet’s surface. But, for many of us, life underwater is mysterious and unchartered territory. From long-living species to maintaining a healthy ecosystem, ocean inhabitants are often responsible for maintaining keeping our planet running. Below are some fun facts to celebrate life under the sea.

World View

8/25/2020

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Many Happy Returns: Repatriating the Lindblad Crew

Due to the pandemic, there were a quarter of a million cruise line crew stranded—at or on ships that had suspended operations. Travel restriction and new regulation has made repatriation challenging. Find out how we moved mountains (and ships, and buses, and planes!) to safely repatriate 103 crew members who were still aboard two of our ships in Norwegian & Danish waters.

World View

4/7/2021

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The Artisan Effect

Discover how the Lindblad-National Geographic Artisan Fund gives back to local artisans in the destinations we explore.

World View

4/7/2021

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Committed to Sustainability

For more than 50 years, Lindblad Expeditions has been committed to sustainability. Find out about Lindblad’s commitment to protecting the planet – being 100% carbon neutral, eliminating single-use plastic, serving sustainable seafood – and more.

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Daily Expedition Reports

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Daily Expedition Reports

1/16/2025

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National Geographic Islander II

Buccaneer Cove and Puerto Egas, Santiago Island

Today we visited the island of Santiago. In the morning, we explored Buccaneer Cove by kayak, snorkeling, and even by glass bottom boat. In the afternoon we visited Puerto Egas. The landscape was full of wildlife and amazing geological formations that offered great opportunities for photography, conversations, and creating wonderful memories with our dear guests.

Daily Expedition Reports

1/16/2025

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National Geographic Endurance

Stanley, Falkland Islands

Today was an opportunity to explore Stanley in a variety of ways. Some of us opted to participate in a 6-mile hike to Gypsy Cove. Despite the rain, the scenery was spectacular. Others opted for a tour of the highlights of Stanley which took them on an adventure around some of the popular attractions.   After lunch there was an opportunity for more hikes and a visit to Fitzroy Farm to see a live sheep shearing demonstration. For those that wanted a more relaxing afternoon, they had the choice to explore Stanley at their own pace.   The day came to a close with a special presentation by Mensun Bound who helped rediscover the original Endurance .

Daily Expedition Reports

1/16/2025

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National Geographic Orion

Beqa Island, Fiji

Our first day of activities on board National Geographic Orion was spent visiting the tropical volcanic island of Beqa. As we disembarked the Zodiacs into the village of Naceva, we were given an enthusiastic welcome by the local inhabitants, and we strolled through the town to explore and inspect handicrafts for sale.   In the afternoon, we visited another location on the other side of the Island and after local cultural performances we had the chance to experience the renowned Fijian fire dance. Afterward, we enjoyed snorkeling among the vibrant coral reefs in the bay.

Daily Expedition Reports

1/15/2025

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National Geographic Endeavour II

Santiago Island

This is one of the islands with a wide variety of wildlife and geological scenery; part of the island is old, and the other half is relatively young. We visited early in the morning and enjoyed a beach stroll before breakfast to admire more of the Galapagos animals. Then we kayaked, went glass bottom boating, and snorkeled at the foot of a bay called Buccaneer Cove, where Darwin disembarked 200 years ago to study the Galapagos ecosystems.   In the afternoon we visited Puerto Egas, a magical place full of iguanas, sea lions, sea birds, and land iguanas. There were also plenty of land birds, such as mockingbirds, finches, flycatchers, and more.   We ended our day enjoying a BBQ dinner and a musical serenade from our naturalists to our happy guests. Dancing and singing were also part of our great journey exploring this enchanted archipelago.

Daily Expedition Reports

1/15/2025

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National Geographic Islander II

Roca Redonda, Isabela, and Fernandina Islands

Today, we visited one of the most dramatic landscapes in the Galapagos Islands. Roca Redonda Island is a paradise for seabirds. As the sun rose above the horizon, our guests were on deck watching the island come to life, with birds swarming around this tiny rock which is actually the tip of an active volcano that plunges over ten thousand feet to the seafloor.   We continued navigating south, crossing the equator and celebrating with our guests onboard. Our journey then took us to Punta Vicente Roca on the southwest flank of Ecuador Volcano, just a few miles south of the equator. We explored by Zodiac and snorkeled with turtles, flightless cormorants, and Galapagos penguins—an unforgettable morning!   In the afternoon, we repositioned National Geographic Islander II to Fernandina Island. Our visitor site, Punta Espinoza, is on the northeast side. We hiked across uneven, dark lava flows, seeing hundreds of marine iguanas basking on the shore while curious sea lion pups greeted us. Fernandina is the most recent island in the archipelago, and though it may look like a barren rock from a distance, its surrounding nutrient-rich ocean supports a thriving ecosystem.