National Geographic Expeditions

Expedition
Ocean
Small ship
About
National Geographic Expeditions
The world through a National Geographic lens
National Geographic Expeditions brings the organisation’s tradition of storytelling, science and photography to small-ship voyages operated by Lindblad Expeditions. The programme is shaped around close observation rather than passive sightseeing, with naturalists, photographers and regional specialists interpreting wildlife, geology and culture as the journey unfolds. Ships range from polar vessels to smaller craft for archipelagos and coastal waters, but the common thread is a field-led approach that treats the destination as a living subject to be studied, photographed and understood.
National Geographic Expeditions
at a glance
Voyage style
Small-ship expeditions shaped by science, storytelling and photography.
Ship style
Polar, coastal and island expedition ships matched to each environment.
Key regions
Antarctica, Arctic, Alaska, Galápagos, Baja California, Central America and Pacific regions.
On board
Naturalists, photo instructors, regional experts and field-focused learning.
the experience
Photography and expertise woven into the voyage
Photography is treated as a way of looking more closely, not a separate activity. A certified photo instructor joins every departure, helping guests work with light, movement and wildlife in the field, while National Geographic Experts appear on selected sailings. Naturalists and regional specialists add daily context through shore landings, Zodiac cruises, talks and informal recaps. The mood is curious and participatory rather than academic: expertise is present throughout the voyage, but its purpose is to deepen what guests notice for themselves.
THE Destinations
Wild places that reward closer observation
Antarctica, the Arctic, Galápagos, Alaska and Baja California are central to the cruise programme, alongside remote coasts in Central and South America, the Pacific, Europe and Asia. These are regions where wildlife, landscape and local culture benefit from time in the field and specialist interpretation. Ice-class ships serve polar waters, while smaller vessels work among islands, rivers and narrow coastal passages, allowing each destination to be approached at the scale its geography demands.
BOOKING THROUGH MARBURY
Additional value,
where available
Selected voyages booked through Marbury may include additional benefits or amenities. These vary by sailing, fare and suite category and will always be confirmed as part of your quote.
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Important details
to know
Currency
The booking currency for this cruise line will be confirmed as part of your Marbury quote.
Booking eligibility
Booking eligibility and any residency restrictions will be confirmed as part of your Marbury quote.
BEFORE & AFTER THE VOYAGE
The journey extends
beyond the ship
A cruise is often one part of a wider journey. Marbury can arrange the hotels before departure and after arrival, from a well-placed overnight stay near the port to a few additional days spent exploring the destination at a more considered pace.
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