About the brand
The leader in responsible expedition travel
Founded in 1979 by Sven-Olof Lindblad and partnered with National Geographic since 2004. Purpose-built ships, onboard National Geographic photographers and naturalists, and the Lindblad-National Geographic Fund underwrite conservation and research on every voyage.
In a nutshell
American expedition line co-branded with National Geographic, operating a fleet of small ships (28–150 guests) across all seven continents, including the polar newbuilds National Geographic Endurance and Resolution.
Polarverse guide to Lindblad Expeditions - National Geographic Guide
What's included
Inclusions
✓ Included · ◐ Complimentary use · + Additional fee
Ship Facilities
Spa Facilities
Included · Saunas open to all guests at no charge.
Yoga Studio
Included · Daily yoga and stretching classes in the glass-enclosed studio (Endurance & Resolution).
Suite & Room Amenities
In-Room Amenities
Included · Individual climate control, Wi-Fi, and USB/mobile device docking in every cabin.
In-Room Dining
Complimentary use · 24-hour room service on Endurance & Resolution.
Onboard Services
Wi-Fi
Included · Complimentary basic Wi-Fi plan that accommodates email, messaging and social media apps
Gratuities
Included
Food & Beverage
Dining
Included · All meals, 24-hour access to snacks, premium coffees and teas, nonalcoholic beverages and filtered water
Beverages
Included · Premium spirits, cocktails, beer, wine and liqueurs included on Endurance & Resolution; beer and wine with meals on Explorer.
Expedition Gear
Trekking Poles
Included · Trekking poles, snowshoes and cross-country skis available for shore excursions.
Binoculars
Complimentary use · Binoculars available for loan; one pair per suite for the voyage.
Parka / Expedition Jacket
Included
Expedition Gear
Polar Boots
Additional fee
Destination experiences
Activities
✓ Included · ◐ Complimentary use · + Additional fee
7 activities
Shore Landings & Hikes
Step ashore onto remote beaches and tundra, walking among penguin rookeries, historic huts and dramatic geological formations with expert guides.
Polar Plunge
The legendary polar plunge — a bracing, supervised leap into polar waters, followed by a hot drink and a certificate to mark the moment.
Sea Kayaking
Paddle silently among icebergs and along sheltered coastlines at water level — the most intimate way to encounter the polar environment.
Standup Paddleboarding
Stand-up paddleboard excursions on ice and shore.
Zodiac Cruising
Glide through brash ice and sculpted bergs in a stable inflatable Zodiac, exploring coves, glacier faces and wildlife haul-outs unreachable by ship.
Lectures & Presentations
Daily talks from naturalists, historians and scientists on polar ecology, exploration history, glaciology and the wildlife you'll encounter.
Photography Workshops
Hands-on field tuition from resident photographers — mastering exposure in snow, capturing wildlife behaviour and refining composition in polar light.
Not sure which vessel fits?
Our specialists can help you narrow it down — from fleet philosophy and expedition style to cabin preference and seasonal timing.