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.

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A solo paddleboarder stops in front of a waterfall

4/30/2020

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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

3/5/2025

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National Geographic Endeavour II

Santa Cruz Island

Today we spent a lot of our day by the sea. In the morning we went for Zodiac rides along the shore, followed by an inland walk where we experienced the humid season. Afterward, we enjoyed a refreshing snorkeling excursion, exploring and looking for marine life.   Our day ended with a wine tasting experience on the sky deck during sunset where we admired dolphins passing by National Geographic Endeavour II .

Daily Expedition Reports

3/5/2025

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National Geographic Quest

Hacienda Guachipelin and Hot Springs

Today we spent all day at the Hacienda Guachipelin where we had a multitude of activities from which to choose. The hacienda is a private conservation area and resort. Here we had the options of getting into the water from natural hot springs in the middle of a very scenic tropical forest. We enjoyed nature walks and waterfalls, plus a wonderful zipline adventure through the forest and rock canyons.   Some of the highlights of the day were encountering a very active group of spider monkeys at Rincon de la Vieja, swimming at the waterfalls at La Chorrera, soaking in the hot springs and therapeutic mud, and of course, the thrill of the multiple ziplines over unreal scenery.

Daily Expedition Reports

3/5/2025

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National Geographic Venture

Bahia Concepcion

After breakfast we sighted several sperm whales! Their distinctive, slanted blows, brown color, and their wrinkled appearance helped us identify the species. Sperm whales had been absent from the Gulf of California for many years, but now their food, Humboldt squid, have returned, and so have the sperm whales. Sometimes they swam close by the ship – it was truly exciting!   In the afternoon we were in Bahia Concepcion, near Isla Coyote. We had options to kayak, hike, or take a Zodiac cruise to search for wildlife visible on nearby islands.   Today ended quite magically, with a visit from more cetaceans. As National Geographic Venture departed Bahia Concepcion under darkness, common dolphins approached and swam alongside.

Daily Expedition Reports

3/5/2025

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National Geographic Explorer

Pia and Garibaldi Fjords, Patagonia

It was our first day in Patagonia. It was a pleasure to be back among some green scenery, although there was some residual sadness of having left behind Antarctica. This morning, we toured the Ventisquero Romanche and Pia Glaciers, which flow into Pia Fjord. A peaceful Zodiac ride brought us close to the front of the glaciers where we could watch calving in action, creating the icy wonderland that we were floating upon. Dressed for the weather, we enjoyed the light drizzle which filled the waterfalls and created misty layers against the dramatic metamorphic rock-scapes.   This afternoon, our captain skillfully pirouetted us in front of the actively calving Garibaldi Glacier. It was hard to know which direction to look for the most activity. Then the kayaks and Zodiacs were launched for an exploration of the fjord at water level. Playful sea lions provided the soundtrack as the youngsters gazed at the floating curiosities that had appeared in their playground.

Daily Expedition Reports

3/5/2025

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National Geographic Endurance

Stromness and Hercules Bay, South Georgia

Our final day in South Georgia was another fantastic one. We started the day early, dropping more than 30 brave souls to embark on the Shackleton hike. They started in Fortuna Bay, climbing until cresting the ridge, and came down into Stromness. This hike gave our guests the chance to experience the final stretch of the hike that Shackleton, Crean, and Worsley traversed until they finally arrived at the whaling station 17 months later. Others got the chance to hike out and back to Shackleton Waterfall.   In the afternoon, National Geographic Endurance repositioned to Hercules Bay where we got to do one final Zodiac cruise here in South Georgia.