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

1 Min Read

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.

World View

4/7/2021

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Becoming Carbon Neutral

Lindblad Expeditions has made an enduring commitment to sustainibility for over 50 years, and we've extended this initiative by recently becoming carbon neutral.

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Daily Expedition Reports

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Daily Expedition Reports

4/24/2025

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National Geographic Orion

En route to the Canary Islands

We are on our third day at sea without any view of land but are closing in on our next destination, the Canary Islands. The seas have calmed a bit, bringing more people out on the bow to enjoy the beautiful blues of the Atlantic Ocean and to watch for seabirds flying by.   enjoyed another day full of presentations, learning about travel photography, the deep sea, and the Age of Discovery. We finished the day soaking in the sun during an outdoor cocktail hour. After a few days at sea, we are excited to reach La Palma tomorrow.

Daily Expedition Reports

4/24/2025

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National Geographic Islander II

Buccaneer Cove and Puerto Egas, Santiago Island

Today our guests experienced Santiago Island. This is the Island that Darwin explored the most when he visited the Galapagos back in 1835. Darwin, together with some of the crew of HMS Beagle, camped on the island of Santiago for a week. While on the island, Darwin studied Galapagos marine and land iguanas, collected finches, mockingbirds, insects, and plants. Most of the species that Darwin collected were unique to the islands.

Daily Expedition Reports

4/24/2025

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National Geographic Endurance

Santa Maria

Colors were bright on this marvelous spring day in Santa Maria. The sun shined as hikers made their long descent down to Anjos. The moderate to strenuous walk started at the Church of Santo Espírito, zigzagged around grassy fields, cows, cedars, and windmills and went to where the tallest waterfall in Portugal jumps over the cliff. As the steep trail ran down to the village of Maia along the rock walls, we enjoyed the star-shaped yellow flowers of the endemic Aichryson santamariensis.   Those that preferred to explore the island on the scenic tour visited the top of the island and Pico Alto, the church where Columbus’ crew stopped to pray while returning from the New World, and other viewpoints, including São Lourenço Bay, truly a postcard come to life.   In the afternoon we had presentations by Angélica Bas Gómez on cetacean migration through the Azores, and National Geographic Photographer Krista Rossow instructed us on how to photograph people. The talks were interrupted by a couple of blue whales during our crossing from Santa Maria to São Miguel.   The night brought us the Azorean guitar - Viola da Terra - played by Rafael Carvalho, a local master musician. It was a wonderful ending to a wonderful day.

Daily Expedition Reports

4/24/2025

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National Geographic Delfina

Puerto Egas and Buccaneer Cove, Santiago Island

Today we visited the island of Santiago. In the morning, we explored the coastline of Puerto Egas and spent some time on the beach observing the friendly creatures resting on the rocks.   In the afternoon, we explored Buccaneer Cove by kayaking, snorkeling, and Zodiac cruising. The western side of Santiago offered remarkable moments observing wildlife and great opportunities for photography.

Daily Expedition Reports

4/23/2025

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National Geographic Delfina

Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove, Isabela Island

Today we had a full day exploring the biggest island of the archipelago, Isabela Island. We started at Urbina Bay where, after a thrilling disembarkation, we had the opportunity to find a large number of tortoises, as well as Galapagos land iguanas as they roamed the deciduous forest.   As we finished our walk, we had a refreshing swim in the bay and later navigated to Tagus Cove where we had an amazing snorkeling excursion and a leisurely kayaking exploration.   We finished the day accompanied by a beautiful sunset as we explored the coastline with a scenic view of Tagus Cove and its wonders.