Life Onboard

Every element of life aboard our ships is designed to complement the time you spend exploring off the ship. Take advantage of the open invitation to visit the bridge. Enjoy panoramic vistas of the scenery from an observation room or study the course ahead with nautical maps in the chart room.

Clockwise from left: Our no-assigned-seating policy creates a welcoming atmosphere, making it easy for everyone from solo travelers to groups to mingle and share meals with different new friends; National Geographic Orion, Bridge Tour Kimberley Region; The lounge where we gather for talks and daily Recap is the heart of the expedition community, when naturalists share stories and answer questions about the day’s events, and the expedition leader presents the plan for the following day; Dining is an integral part of the experience; Get an up-close look at the vibrant sea below from our glass-bottom Zodiac; Our menus use the freshest seasonal produce and seafood, sourced locally or sustainably caught whenever possible; Cook Island singer Kura with her Grandmother Tekura on the National Geographic Orion in Aitutaki, Cook Islands.