National Geographic Explorer: A Closer Look at This Authentic Expedition Ship

 

The lounge is the central gathering place for your expedition and you’ll convene there often for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres before dinner, daily Recaps with your expedition leader and engaging presentations from your naturalists.

 

 

The expansive observation lounge is drenched in light thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows with 24/7 views of the passing, stunning landscapes. Choose a book from the well-stocked library and read up on a wide array of subjects from Antarctic wildlife to medieval European history as you take in the panoramic vistas.

 

 

National Geographic Explorer offers the choice of two dining options: The main dining room on the upper deck where buffet breakfast and lunch and plated dinners are served and the bistro where you can grab a light lunch. Whichever you choose, you'll enjoy meals in a relaxed and casual atmosphere with no assigned seating.

 

 

Each meal carefully crafted by the culinary team features locally sourced ingredients and flavors inspired by your destination as well as an array of continental options. Depending on your voyage, you may dine on fresh-caught fish pulled from the surrounding waters or enjoy a traditional dessert created with fruits grown on a farm along your route.

 

 

Convene with fellow guests at the lively bar located in the lounge and enjoy bespoke cocktails made with locally distilled spirits, craft beers from nearby breweries, or coffee brewed with regionally grown beans. 

 

 

A variety of cabin categories are available to fit the needs of every guest, from Category 5 cabins that feature a balcony to options for solo travelers. A large window or two portholes keep you connected to the wild wonders outside. (clockwise from top left: Category 1, Category 3, Solo cabin, Category 5.)

 

Newly renovated Category 6 (top left) and Category 7 suites (bottom left) are the largest cabins aboard ship, with spacious seating areas and luxurious comfort. Airy bathrooms with roomy glass-walled shower stalls are stocked with premier amenities, perfect for freshening up between active days exploring ashore and time spent relaxing on board.

 

 

With our Open Bridge policy, you can chat with your captain and the ship’s officers most any time of day about the complex art of navigation or join your naturalists to search for wildlife like humpback whales and leopard seals from this commanding vantage point. In the neighboring chart room, grab a coffee or hot cocoa as you peruse the maps and learn more about the route you’re sailing on.

 

 

The wellness program on board the ship is designed to rejuvenate you between daily adventures. Relax with a massage tailored to your needs from your wellness specialist, warm up in the sauna after braving the polar plunge, or workout in the fitness center with spectacular views.

 

 

The Global Gallery houses a unique selection of items perfect for gifting or as a special souvenir of your time aboard. Look for jewelry, mugs, pashminas, artwork and more all handmade by local artists supported by the Artisan Fund, along with expedition essentials like official National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions hats, fleece jackets and sunshirts.

 

The mudroom is where you’ll suit up for excursions, such as Zodiac cruising through towering fjords or hiking among penguins. Store your gear in your assigned locker throughout the voyage for easy access and to keep your cabin clean and dry.

 

 

From double kayaks and a fleet of quick-deploying Zodiacs to remotely operated vehicles for capturing undersea video, the exploration tools aboard National Geographic Explorer allow for up-close encounters with majestic wildlife and breathtaking landscapes in the rarest corners of the planet.