Patagonia and Beyond 2023-24

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From the magnificent mountains of Patagonia’s national parks to the emerald forests of the Amazon delta, South America stuns with its trove of natural wonders. Aboard our small and nimble expedition ships, travel to the continent’s wild isles and untrammeled coasts, where roads are scarce and nature reigns.

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Contents Experience Immersive and Authentic Exploration 4 Uncommon Discoveries and Special Access in Patagonia and Beyond 6 Premier Accommodations on Land & Sea 8 Patagonia: A Photographer’s Paradise 10 Seek Out Patagonia’s Big 5 12 Itinerary: Patagonia: Chilean Fjords & Argentina’s Staten Island 14 Itinerary: Best of Chilean Patagonia: From Torres Del Paine to Cape Horn 15 Itinerary: Southern Patagonia: Glaciers, Fjords & Wildlife 16 Itinerary: Wild South America: Trinidad, Guyana and Brazil 17 National Geographic Endurance and Resolution 18 National Geographic Explorer 20 Special Offers 22 Reservation Information 23 3 Cover: Torres del Paine National Park. This page: National Geographic Resolution. © Jeff Litton

Experience Immersive and with Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic

Lars-Eric Lindblad led the first international tourist expedition to Patagonia in 1967, and for more than 50 years, Lindblad Expeditions has been bringing travelers deep into the region’s labyrinth of fjord lands to seek out wonders that can only be reached by small ship. Today, we take our South American voyages even further, sailing the coastline from tip to tail in search of pristine equatorial jungles and the continent’s most remote islands.

World-Class Expedition Ships

A trio of small, stylish, and comfortable worldclass expedition ships play host to our voyages along the South American coastline. Our 81-cabin National Geographic Explorer is equally at home in Patagonia’s open waters as she is on the Amazon’s sinuous tributaries. Our new, state-of-the-art sister ships National Geographic Endurance and National Geographic Resolution each feature 71 cabins, sleek Scandinavian design, and luxurious amenities such as infinity hot tubs and twin saunas.

Each vessel is stocked with a fleet of Zodiacs that allow us to explore without being dependent on ports or piers, while kayaks and paddleboards let you paddle deep into glacier-carved fjords and tropical coves. When we’re not out exploring, open decks and large windows keep us connected to extraordinary views of sapphire seas teeming with fur seals or jungle-fringed shores aflutter with macaws and toucans.

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Authentic Exploration

Travel With A Veteran Team

Every member of our team—from our naturalists, photographers, and expedition leaders to our crew working behind the scenes—is committed to ensuring our guests have an unforgettable experience. Many are veteran guides who come from the remote places we explore and have worked with us for decades, chosen for their extensive knowledge of subjects like geology, wildlife biology, and history. They, along with the thoughtfully selected guest speakers who join us onboard, give rich context to South America’s landscapes and cultures.

Active Exploration Every Day

Our itineraries feature a range of activities designed to immerse you in these spectacular environments. Whether you choose to ride horseback across the Patagonian pampas, kayak in aquamarine lakes studded with icebergs, or go on a flightseeing excursion over the Guyanese jungle to the world’s largest single-drop waterfall, you will be able to explore your way, every day. Our state-of-the-art tools and knowledgeable guides will help you make the most out of each excursion, so that when you encounter something that sparks your curiosity, you can explore it from every angle.

ALL IN: Activities and excursions are always included in the voyage price

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Uncommon Discoveries and Special Access in Patagonia and Beyond

Our voyages along South American shores are expertly curated to include unique experiences that allow you to uncover the hidden side of your destination. During our long history of responsibly exploring these wild regions, we have been granted special access to restricted places, like the wildlife reserves of Karukinka Natural Park and the mountain-backed shores of Argentina’s Staten Island.

Fernando de Noronha

We spend three days exploring the marine-rich waters of this Brazilian archipelago, recognized by UNESCO for its sea life and tropical birds. The star attraction is the large resident pod of spinner dolphins, known to leap and twirl above the water’s surface in a dazzling display of acrobatics.

Torres del Paine National Park

This stunning park’s iconic mountain range—with razor-sharp peaks resembling great granite horns—presides over the Patagonian pampas, home to solitary pumas and herds of guanaco. Discover gem-colored lagoons, glistening glaciers, and lush lenga forests in this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Karukinka Natural Park

With special permission from the Wildlife Conservation Society, Lindblad Expeditions has access to Karukinka Natural Park, a private reserve of wind-bent forests and wetlands harboring more than 90 animal species, including Chile’s largest populations of guanaco, culpeo foxes, and Andean condors.

Argentina’s Staten Island

Cape Horn

At the southern tip of South America, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet, Cape Horn marks the northern end of the infamous Drake Passage, where mariners have braved cross currents for centuries. In the rare event that conditions are conducive to landing, you will achieve an explorer’s milestone.

Off limits for nearly a century, this island is seldom seen by tourists. Lindblad Expeditions paved the way for sustainable tourism here: National Geographic Explorer was the first foreign-flagged vessel given access. Magellanic penguins and fur seals are among the wildlife that thrives in this untouched nature reserve.

The Chilean Fjords

Patagonia’s ice-carved coast is lined with spectacular fjords, locally called senos . Venture deep into this extensive maze of channels, dotted with tiny islands and framed by subpolar forests. The massive glacier Pio IX extends for nearly 41 miles here, and is one of the few advancing glaciers in the world.

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Premier Accommodations on Land & Sea

National Geographic Endurance & National Geographic Resolution

National Geographic Endurance and her sister ship, National Geographic Resolution, are truly in a class of their own. Purpose-built with our 50+ years of experience, these state-ofthe-art, top-tier ice class vessels get you closer to the world’s most remote places for the ultimate adventure experience— delivered in supreme comfort and stability.

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National Geographic Explorer

With a storied history working in Norway’s famed Coastal Express, the flagship National Geographic Explorer was completely rebuilt to deliver the finest in polar exploration for Lindblad Expeditions. With an ice-strengthened hull, a dynamic suite of exploration tools, and a well-appointed interior, this extraordinary ship is devoted to exploration— every detail revealing our dedication to curiosity and wonder.

World-Class Lodges

On our Best of Chilean Patagonia: From Torres del Paine to Cape Horn expedition, we travel by both land and sea, settling into world-class lodges during our time spent ashore in Torres del Paine National Park.

TIERRA PATAGONIA HOTEL & SPA

Looking out over the soaring Torres del Paine, Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa is a celebration of its surroundings and a shining model of sustainable tourism. The lodge’s innovative architecture incorporates natural materials and design elements of traditional Chilean estancias, while locally sourced cuisine and a world-class spa invite you to experience Patagonia with all your senses.

EXPLORA PATAGONIA HOTEL SALTO CHICO

The five-star Hotel Salto Chico crowns an eponymous waterfall in one of the most picturesque parts of Torres del Paine National Park, where the massive Paine Massif rises into a mesmerizing backdrop. The warm, wood-paneled lodge is connected by catwalk to a spa with a heated pool and open-air jacuzzis—all overlooking the glacially fed powder-blue waters of the Paine River.

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Patagonia A Photographer’s Paradise

On a Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic voyage, photography is never an afterthought—it’s central to the expedition experience. Every departure along the South American coast is accompanied by a National Geographic Photography Experts and a certified photo instructor (CPI) who help guests capture incredible images of their travels. National Geographic Photography Experts Kike Calvo and Krista Rossow will join upcoming expeditions in Patagonia, a region they are both deeply connected to.

“I was enamored with Patagonia even before landing in Ushuaia for the first time. Flying over the Andes with a bird’s-eye view of snow-capped peaks and icefields made me realize that I needed to experience that beauty from the ground.

Karukinka National Park is a picture-perfect landscape, with sparkling blue water and rolling green forests. As a self-described ice addict, I’m especially drawn to the park’s glaciers, where ice worn by the passage of time creates nature’s own sculpture gallery.

In Torres del Paine National Park, the light never seemed to hit the peaks of the iconic massif the same way twice. The light in Patagonia is constantly changing because wind drives cloud formations across the wide-open skies.

One morning while I was photographing Salto Chico waterfall, using a tripod and a slow shutter speed to blur the movement in the water, the mountains in the background began to glow pink and purple. The beauty of those mountains has brought me to tears more than once.”

Photographer and educator Krista Rossow has shot feature stories as a contributing photographer for National Geographic Traveler magazine in South Africa, New Zealand, Japan, and beyond. Krista will join the March 8, 2023 departure of Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island

“It’s hard to find places that stick in your mind before you visit them. Staten Island, at the southern tip of South America, is one of those places for me. After being declared a nature reserve for seals in 1923, it was off limits to visitors. Following almost 95 years without any tourism to the island, Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic landed there in 2015, and I was fortunate to be onboard for the inaugural voyage.

I have lively memories of the ever-green beech in Hoppner Bay, the intricate designs of leathery kelps, and the twisted tree barks in Puerto Cook. It was a constant symphony of colors, shapes, and textures for the eyes. A land teeming with life. A land that had been forgotten by time.

When I returned—after taking thousands of images— I spent long nights choosing photographs to compile a series that reflected my emotions, and impressions from my visit there. It’s such a wonderful gift to be able to share this once-hidden place with others—on the page and in person.”

Award-winning photographer and writer Kike Calvo published his images and memories from the National Geographic Explorer’s historic Staten Island voyage in his book, Staten Island: Isla de los Estados. Kike Calvo will join the October 30, 2023 and March 8, 2024 departures of Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island.

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Seek Out Patagonia’s Big Five

At the ends of the Earth, amid Patagonia’s dramatic landscapes, wildlife-lovers will find a menagerie of rare and unique animals that have adapted to their extreme surroundings. Of the more than 60 mammals, 400 birds, and 50 reptiles that have been recorded here, the species earning headliner honors as Patagonia’s ‘big five’ show up on nearly every visitor’s viewing list. Meet these charismatic creatures, then join us on expedition to seek them out in the wild.

Magellanic Penguin

Penguins outnumber people in the southern reaches of South America, and are especially common on coastal islands, such as Isla Magdalena. These dapper birds—decked out in the classic penguin tuxedo, complete with a bow-tie band—nest in burrows and are often spotted standing guard outside their tunnels.

Darwin’s Rhea

A cousin to the ostrich and the emu, this large flightless bird struts across the scrublands, sporting feathers that make it tough to spot despite its size. Shaggy gray and brown plumage blends in perfectly with the vegetation, and when the rhea lowers its head to feed, it could pass for a small bush on the pampas.

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Andean Condor

When factoring in weight and wingspan, Andean condors measure in as the world’s largest flying birds, and can soar for more than 100 miles without flapping their wings. Their overall numbers are in decline; however, populations remain strong in Patagonia, where it’s possible to see a dozen or more of these scavengers circling together.

Guanaco

The guanaco—along with its llama and alpaca cousins—belongs to the same family as camels, a resemblance you can spot in their long necks and split upper lips. Traveling in large herds on the open Patagonian pampas, guanacos are surprisingly fast, an attribute needed to escape pursuing pumas.

Puma

Torres del Paine National Park is home to a healthy puma population, in part due to strict protections imposed by the Chilean government. Ranking among the largest species of wild cat in the Americas, pumas are powerful hunters— and typically well fed in Patagonia, thanks to the large herds of guanacos in the region.

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Patagonia: Chilean Fjords & Argentina’s Staten Island

12 DAYS | FROM $13,180/PP

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EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Venture through wildlife reserves not easily accessible to the public, including Karukinka Natural Park in Tierra del Fuego.

• Kayak and Zodiac cruise the breathtaking Chilean fjords that are only accessible by expedition ship.

• See massive glaciers, and soaring snow-covered peaks and spot Magellanic penguins, Andean condors, foxes, sea lions, elephant seals , and more.

• Transit the legendary Beagle Channel and take in the view of Cape Horn

• By special permission, be one of the few people ever to explore Isla de los Estados (Staten Island), located at the extreme end of South America.

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Days 1 & 2: U.S./Santiago, Chile

Day 3: Ushuaia, Argentina/Embark

Days 4 & 5: Isla de Los Estados (Staten Island), Argentina

Day 6: Cape Horn

Day 7: Chilean Fjords, Beagle Channel

OPTIONAL EXTENSION

Day 8: Tierra del Fuego, Chile/ Karukinka Natural Park

Days 9 & 10: Exploring the Chilean Fjords & Kirke or White Narrows/ Puerto Natales

Days 11 & 12: Puerto Natales/ Disembark/Punta Arenas/Santiago/U.S.

Extend your trip and get a taste of Santiago’s world-famous cuisine and venture into wine country. Visit expeditions.com/short_patagonia-ext for details.

DEPARTURES

To

National Geographic Resolution

2023-2024 March

National Geographic Explorer

2023-2024 October

Island)

Certain departures follow a modified itinerary.

SPECIAL OFFERS

Book by May 15, 2023 - LIMITED TIME!

• Free Round-Trip International Air into Buenos Aires (or Santiago) in 2023 and 2024.

• Solo Premium Waived on select 2023 and 2024 departures.

Select departures only. See page 22 for terms.

Isla de Los Estados, (Staten Island).
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Puerto Natales ARGENTINA CHILE From Santiago Santiago Atlantic Ocean Pacific Ocean Karukinka Cape Horn Ushuaia Isla de los Estados (Staten Punta Arenas

Best of Chilean Patagonia: From Torres Del Paine to Cape Horn

16 DAYS | FROM $20,790/PP

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EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Venture inland to explore the wildlife-rich, iconic landscapes of Torres del Paine, Patagonia’s jewel.

• Explore wild, windswept Isla de los Estados (Staten Island), located at the extreme end of South America and largely off limits to travelers since 1923.

• Transit the legendary Beagle Channel and see storied Cape Horn

• Venture through wildlife reserves not easily accessible to the public, including Karukinka Natural Park in Tierra del Fuego.

• Zodiac cruise and kayak through the breathtaking Chilean fjords . Capture your best images alongside a National Geographic Photography Expert .

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Days 1 & 2: U.S./Santiago, Chile

Day 3: Ushuaia, Argentina/Embark

Days 4 & 5: Isla de los Estados (Staten Island), Argentina

Day 6: Cape Horn

Day 7: The Chilean Fjords, Beagle Channel

Day 8: Tierra del Fuego, Chile/ Karukinka Natural Park

Days 9 & 10: Exploring the Chilean Fjords & Kirke or White Narrows/ Puerto Natales

Days 11-13: Torres del Paine National Park

Day 14: Torres del Paine/Puerto Natales

Days 15 & 16: Puerto Natales/ Disembark/Punta Arenas/Santiago/U.S.

From Santiago

ARGENTINA CHILE

Pacific Ocean

Torres del Paine

Puerto Natales

DEPARTURES

To Santiago

Punta Arenas

Atlantic Ocean

Karukinka

Cape Horn

Ushuaia Isla de los Estados (Staten Island)

National Geographic Resolution

2023-2024 March

National Geographic Explorer

2023 October

Certain departures follow a modified itinerary.

SPECIAL OFFERS

Book by May 15, 2023 - LIMITED TIME!

• Free Round-Trip International Air into Buenos Aires (or Santiago) in 2023 and 2024.

• Solo Premium Waived on select 2023 and 2024 departures. Select departures only. See page 22 for terms.

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS

Extend your trip and get a taste for Santiago’s world-famous cuisine and venture into wine country. Or combine your expedition with a visit to one of the most mysterious places on earth— Easter Island Visit expeditions.com/best_patagonia-ext for details.

Torres del Paine National Park.

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Southern Patagonia: Glaciers, Fjords & Wildlife

19 DAYS | FROM $20,440/PP

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EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Glaciers carved the landscapes of Patagonia and the Chilean fjords . Now it’s a place for the grandest nature adventures: witness calving glaciers, hike rugged landscapes, and more.

• Aboard National Geographic Endurance, glide into Patagonia’s “Glacier Alley” and navigate among floating icebergs by Zodiac and kayak.

• Explore iconic Torres del Paine National Park with our expert naturalist staff.

• Discover private reserves such as Karukinka and enjoy special access to Argentina’s extraordinary Isla de los Estados (Staten Island).

• Visit a marine reserve on the Chilean coast where humpback whales and dolphins gather, view Cape Horn, and visit Magellanic penguins on Isla Magdelena

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Days 1 & 2: U.S./Buenos Aires, Argentina

Day 3: Fly to Ushuaia/Embark

Days 4 & 5: Exploring the Chilean Fjords: Glacier Alley

Day 6: Francisco Coloane Marine Park

Days 7 & 8: Puerto Natales & Torres del Paine

Days 9 & 10: Chilean Fjords: Kirke Narrows

Day 11: Punta Arenas & Isla Magdalena

Days 12 & 13: Tierra del Fuego: Karukinka & Bahía Ainsworth

Days 14-17: Cape Horn & Isla de los Estados (Staten Island), Argentina

Days 18 & 19: Ushuaia/Buenos Aires/ Disembark/U.S.

To/from Buenos Aires

Torres del Paine Karukinka

Puerto Natales

Francisco Coloane Marine Park

Pia Glacier

DEPARTURES

Isla Magdalena

Ushuaia

Cape Horn

National Geographic Endurance 2023-2024 March

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS

Isla de los Estados (Staten Island)

Extend your stay three ways. Spend time in vibrant Buenos Aires pre-voyage, or in Iguazú Falls , or Easter Island after. Visit expeditions.com/glaciersext for details.

SPECIAL OFFERS

Book by May 15, 2023 - LIMITED TIME!

• Free Round-Trip International Air into Buenos Aires (or Santiago) in 2023 and 2024.

• Solo Premium Waived on select 2023 and 2024 departures.

Select departures only. See page 22 for terms.

Beautiful view with waterfall and Fitz Roy mountain.

ARGENTINA CHILE
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Wild South America: Trinidad, Guyana and Brazil

24 DAYS | FROM $27,130/PP

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EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Dazzling points of interest await on this adventure through five countries and two legendary rivers

• Explore the Amazon delta, looking for birds including toucans and macaws, plus pink river dolphins. Discover the Essequibo, known for its pristine rainforest.

• Visit Trinidad’s Caroni Swamp, where scarlet ibis roost by the hundreds—one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles.

• At Fernando de Noronha snorkel amid rich marine life. Spot acrobatic spinner dolphins from the deck.

• Fly over grand Kaieteur Falls in Guyana, and see well-preserved colonial towns and notorious Devil’s Island

• Discover Latin rhythms with live performances by leading musicians —curated by onboard musicologist Jacob Edgar

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1: U.S./Trinidad & Tobago

Days 2 & 3: Caroni Swamp/Port of Spain/Embark

Day 4: At Sea

Days 5-7: Essequibo River, Guyana/ Georgetown/At Sea

Day 8: Paramaribo, Suriname

Days 9 & 10: Devil’s Island, French Guiana/At Sea

Days 11-13: Amazon River Delta, Brazil

Day 14: Belém

Days 15-17: At Sea

Days 18-20: Fernando de Noronha

Days 21 & 22: At Sea/Salvador

Days 23 & 24: Salvador/ Disembark/U.S.

Port of Spain

TRINIDAD & TOBAGO

Georgetown Paramaribo

Kaieteur Falls

GUYANA SURINAME

Devil's Island

Amazon River Delta

Belém

BRAZIL

DEPARTURES

FRENCH GUIANA

Fernando de Noronha

Salvador

National Geographic Explorer 2023 September

SPECIAL OFFERS

Book by May 15, 2023 - LIMITED TIME!

• Free Round-Trip International Air into Port of Spain in 2023.

• Solo Premium Waived on select 2023 departures.

Select departures only. See page 22 for terms.

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS

Spend four days in wild and vibrant Rio de Janeiro after your expedition, or extend your stay in Salvador exploring the best of Brazil’s fusion culture. Visit expeditions. com/wildamazonia-ext for details.

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Fernando de Noronha Island.

National Geographic Endurance & National Geographic Resolution

CAPACITY: 128 guests in 71 outside cabins.

REGISTRY: Bahamas. OVERALL LENGTH: 406 feet.

National Geographic Endurance and National Geographic Resolution are next-generation expedition ships, purpose-built for polar navigation. Fully stabilized, highly strengthened, ice-class Polar Code PC5 (Category A) vessels, they are designed to navigate polar passages year-round, and safely explore uncharted waters, while providing exceptional comfort. The patented X-bow® is key to their design; its powerful wave-slicing action provides an extremely smooth ride even in adverse conditions, and even reduces spray on deck for superior observation. They carry a full suite of expedition tools, and offer a variety of experience enhancing amenities.

PUBLIC AREAS: Observation lounge with bar, three dining areas, gym, wellness area, infinity-style outdoor hot tubs, library, main lounge with full service bar, 24-hour beverage, state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations, and a photo workshop area; plus, an expedition base with lockers for expedition gear, and an “open Bridge” for access to our captain, officers and the art of navigation.

MEALS: Two restaurants, featuring local, sustainable choices and unassigned seating for flexible, inclusive dining; plus a Chef’s table for intimate, small group dining. Main restaurant has 270º views, and the Observation deck restaurant features lighter, made-to-order fare.

CABINS: All cabins face outside with large windows, private facilities and climate controls. 53 cabins have balconies. Cabins are equipped with expedition command centers with tablets and USB/mobile device docking, TVs, Wi-Fi connections, and hair dryers.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Zodiacs, kayaks, snowshoes, cross-country skis, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) and underwater video camera for unique access to polar marine world, hydrophone, aerial remote-controlled camera, video microscope, and OM System Photo Gear Locker.

SPECIAL FEATURES: A full-time doctor, undersea specialist, National Geographic Photography Expert, Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic certified photo instructor, an internet cafe and laundry.

WELLNESS: The vessel is staffed by our wellness specialists and features a glass-enclosed yoga studio, gym, treatment rooms and spa relax area, and high and low-heat saunas with ocean views.

From top: igloo; library with a view.

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CATEGORY 1: Fore Deck #406, 408, 411, 413, 415 Cabins face outside with two large windows, and feature alcove seating.

CATEGORY 2: Fore Deck #410, 412, 414, 416-419, 421-427 Cabins face outside with two large windows and feature alcove seating.

CATEGORY 3: Main Deck—#512, 514-524 Suites face outside with a balcony, feature a seating area and a pull-out sofa.

CATEGORY 4: Lounge Deck—#608, 610, 612, 613-623 Suites face outside with a balcony, feature a seating area and a pull-out sofa.

CATEGORY 5: Bridge Deck—#708, 709, 711, 713 Suites face outside with a balcony, feature a seating area and a pull-out sofa.

CATEGORY 6: Bridge Deck—#710 Suite faces outside with a balcony, features a seating area and a pull-out sofa.

CATEGORY 7: Bridge Deck—#700-707, 712, 714-717 Junior Suites face outside with a balcony, feature a seating area, pullout sofa and a bathtub.

CATEGORY A SOLO: Main Deck—#504, 506-511, 513 Cabins face outside with a balcony.

CATEGORY B SOLO: Lounge Deck—#604-607, 609, 611 Cabins face outside with a balcony.

All cabins have: Ability to set up as queen or two singles (except solo cabins, which are set up as one single), command center with docking for multiple devices, atlas, clock, barometer, TV, phone, digital tablet for onboard info, hair dryer, safe, refrigerator.

SEE MORE ONLINE: Learn more about National Geographic Endurance at expeditions.com/endurance and National Geographic Resolution at expeditions.com/resolution

EXPEDITION DECK ZODIAC/KAYAK STORAGE ZODIAC BOARDING ZODIAC BOARDING ICE DOOR ICE DOOR EXPEDITION DESK ZODIAC BOARDING EL WC EL BASECAMP/ LOCKERS BROADCAST STUDIO FORE DECK DOCTOR’S OFFICE 418 416 414 412 410 408 406 425 427 423 421 419 417 415 413 411 EL EL MAIN DECK TWO SEVEN ZERO° RECEPTION GALLEY RESTAURANT BALCONY 524 522 520 518 516 514 512 523 521 519 517 515 510 508 506 504 513 511 509 507 EL WC WC EL BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. GUEST EXTENDED VIEWING AREA GUEST EXTENDED VIEWING AREA BOW OBSERVATION DECK ICE LOUNGE LOUNGE DECK GLOBAL GALLERY 618 616 614 612 610 608 606 604 611 609 605 607 623 621 619 617 615 613 EL WC WC EL BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. LOUNGE DECK BRIDGE DECK BRIDGE 708 710 712 714 704 706 700 702 705 707 701 703 711 709 713 715 717 FITNESS STUDIO EL EL BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. OBSERVATION DECK OBSERVATION DECK TREATMENT ROOM NORTH & SOUTH YOGA STUDIO TROPIC SAUNA NORDIC SAUNA SCIENCE HUB LIBRARY INFINITY EDGE POOLS DECK IGLOOS BAR THE TERRACE EL WC WC EL THE SANCTUARY THE DEN OBSERVATION LOUNGE/ CHART ROOM RESTAURANT CHEF’S TABLE BBQ GRILL
Clockwise from left: Two Seven Zero° restaurant; standard cabin; suite with balcony.
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National Geographic Explorer

CAPACITY: 148 guests in 81 outside cabins.

REGISTRY: Bahamas. OVERALL LENGTH: 367 feet.

National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship. It is a fully stabilized, ice-class vessel, with an ice-reinforced hull, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing exceptional comfort. It carries kayaks and a fleet of Zodiacs. An undersea specialist operates a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and sophisticated video equipment, extending access to the underwater world.

PUBLIC AREAS: Bistro bar; chart room; restaurant; global gallery; library; lounge with full service bar and state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations; mudroom with lockers for expedition gear, and observation lounge. Our “open Bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our officers and captain and learn about navigation.

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair.

CABINS: All cabins face outside with windows or portholes, private facilities and climate controls. Some cabins have balconies. Cabins are equipped with Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections and USB ports for mobile devices.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Zodiacs, kayaks, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, splash-cam, underwater video camera, aerial remote controlled camera, video microscope, and OM System Photo Gear Locker.

SPECIAL FEATURES: A full-time doctor, undersea specialist, National Geographic Photography Expert, Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic certified photo instructor, internet café and laundry.

WELLNESS: The vessel is staffed by a wellness specialist and features a glass-enclosed fitness center, outdoor stretching area, a LEXspa treatment room and sauna.

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From top: the dining room has unassigned seating and an informal atmosphere; glass-enclosed fitness center with 180 degree views.

CATEGORY 1: Main Deck #301-308 Cabins face outside with one or two portholes.

CATEGORY 2: Main Deck #317-320, 335-336 Cabins face outside with a large window.

CATEGORY 3: Main Deck #313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344, 346, 348, 350 Cabins face outside with a large window.

CATEGORY 4: Upper and Veranda Decks #103, 104, 107, 108, 201, 202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228 Cabins face outside with a large window.

CATEGORY 5: Upper Deck #209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224 Cabins face outside with sliding glass doors that open to a private balcony.

CATEGORY 6: Veranda Deck–Suite #101, 102 Cabins face outside with three large windows and feature a separate seating area and pull-out sofa. Upper Deck-Suite #213 Cabin faces outside with a private balcony and features a separate seating area.

CATEGORY 7: Upper Deck–Suite #215, 219, 230 Cabins face outside with a private balcony and feature a separate seating area and pull-out sofa.

CATEGORY A SOLO: Main Deck#309-312, 329-334 Cabins face outside with a large window.

CATEGORY B SOLO: Upper and Veranda Decks #105, 106, 203, 208 Cabins face outside with a large window.

CATEGORY 3 TRIPLE: Main Deck #341, 343 Cabins face outside with a large window and feature a pull-out sofa.

SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS: Available in Categories 1 and 2.

SOLO OCCUPANCY: Cabins available in Categories A and B.

NOTE: Cabins #209, 211, 214, 216-218, 220, 222, 224, 226, 228, 303-306—These cabins have one queen-sized bed. All other double cabins have two single beds; some can convert to a queen-sized bed. Third person rates are available in the designated triple occupancy cabins at one-half the double occupancy rate. Cabins #341, 343, 101, 102, 215, 219, 230 can accommodate a third person.

BRIDGE DECK OBSERVATION LOUNGE LIBRARY LEXspa FITNESS CENTER BRIDGE ELEVATOR WELLNESS DECK VERANDA DECK UPPER DECK BISTRO GALLEY GLOBAL GALLERY RECEPTION RESTAURANT CHART ROOM SUN DECK MAIN DECK BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. B AL. B ALCONY B ALCON Y 106-S 108 107 103 101 102 105-S 104 224 22 6 22 8 217 213 211 209 215 221 230 219 222 220 218 216 214 21 2 21 0 20 6 20 4 20 2 208-S 207 205 201 203-S 350 348 343-T 341-T 339 337 335 327 325 323 321 319 317 315 313 346 344 342 340 338 336 328 326 324 322 320 318 316 314 308 306 304 302 307 305 303 301 334-S 332-S 330-S 333-S 331-S 329-S 312-S 310-S 311-S 309-S SAUNA DECK DECK LOUNGE ELEVATOR ELEVATOR ELEVATOR ELEVATOR B DECK LOCKERS DOCTOR’S OFFIC E MUD ROOM STAFF OFFICE ZB ZB WC + INTERNET CAFE
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Clockwise from left: expansive veranda deck, perfect for outdoor barbecues and sunset viewing; Category 7 suite; standard cabin

Special Offers

FREE INTERNATIONAL AIR – LIMITED TIME! Book by May 15, 2023 and receive free round-trip economy international air from select U.S. gateways into Buenos Aires, Santiago, or Port of Spain (depending on itinerary) on select 2023 and 2024 departures. Free air is per person from Miami, Dallas, or other select popular home city gateways on departures of Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island, Best of Chilean Patagonia from Torres del Paine to Cape Horn, Southern Patagonia: Glaciers, Fjords & Wildlife, and Wild South America: Trinidad, Guyana to Brazil. Airfare must be ticketed by Lindblad Expeditions. Valid for new bookings only, may not be combined with other offers, and is subject to availability. Baggage fees may be additional. Call for details.

SOLO PREMIUM WAIVED – LIMITED TIME! Book by May 15, 2023 and get the solo premium waived on the shipboard portion when booking a solo cabin on select 2023 and 2024 departures of Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island, Best of Chilean Patagonia from Torres del Paine to Cape Horn, Southern Patagonia: Glaciers, Fjords & Wildlife, and Wild South America: Trinidad, Guyana to Brazil. Valid for new bookings only, subject to availability, not applicable on extensions, and may not be combined with other offers. Call for details.

COMPLIMENTARY BAR TAB & CREW GRATUITIES: On all National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Endurance, and National Geographic Resolution voyages, we will cover your crew gratuities and bar tab (excepting certain super-premium brands of alcohol).

Private Charter

A private charter with Lindblad Expeditions offers an exclusive and intimate experience. Whether you plan to host a board meeting, refresh an existing incentive program, or organize a ‘Friends & Family’ reunion, a Lindblad charter is a perfect opportunity to create an undeniable bond with your group. Our intimately-scaled expedition ships allow us to offer authentic, up-close experiences to the planet’s wild, remote places and capitals of culture. To explore charter opportunities for your organization, please contact: Karen Kuttner-Dimitry , VP Affinity & Charter Sales at 800-783-6656 ext. 1030 or direct, 212-261-9030 or email karenk@expeditions.com

BACK-TO-BACK SAVINGS: Save 10% on any consecutive journeys taken aboard National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Endurance, and National Geographic Resolution. This saving is applicable on voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare.

TRAVELING AS A GROUP: Save 5% when traveling as a group of 8 or more people. Take advantage of these great savings, while enjoying traveling with your friends and family. This saving is applicable to voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare. Deposit, final payments, and cancellation policies for group travel vary from our regular policies.

CELEBRATE A MILESTONE: Travel with a group of eight or more and enjoy a special amenity package including: 5% savings on booking, custom group photo, $150 shipboard credit, and other special gifts. Milestone celebration to be communicated at time of booking.

BRINGING THE KIDS: We believe sharing an expedition with your kids or grandkids is a life-enhancing experience. So, take $500 off for each child under the age of 18.

COMBINING OFFERS: Certain offers may be combinable, up to two savings opportunities except where noted otherwise. For example, travel with a group of 8 or more on back-to-back expeditions, and take advantage of both savings!

Terms & Conditions: Offers are valid on select departures, on new bookings only, subject to availability, not applicable on airfare or extensions, and may not be combinable with other offers. Call for details.

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Inclusive Pricing Means Value + Experiences

We include just about everything you have the opportunity to do as part of your expedition aboard ship and ashore. The only things not included are those of a personal nature—internet usage, massages, and other specialized arrangements.

ABOARD SHIP

 All meals and alcholic and nonalcoholic beverages

 24-hour coffee, tea and soda on demand

 Hors d’oeuvres and snacks during nightly Recap

 Environmentally-friendly refillable water bottle

 Morning stretch classes with wellness specialist

 Fitness equipment

 Services of a physician, physician’s assistant, nurse practitioner or paramedic

 Access to reference books and board games in the library

 The guidance and company of our expedition staff

 Crew gratuities

ASHORE

 Special access permits, park fees, port taxes

 Transfers to and from group flights

 The expertise of our expedition staff

 Excursions and hotels as noted in the itinerary

ACTIVITIES

 Zodiac explorations

 Kayaking

 Stand-up paddleboarding

 Presentations & photo instruction

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Reservation Information

Terms & Conditions: For complete terms and conditions please visit expeditions.com/terms

Pricing: For best pricing book early. Prices quoted in this brochure are in USD, per person based on double occupancy, valid as of the time of printing, subject to modification based on select departures and availability at time of booking, and are not guaranteed until booking and required deposit is made. Visit expeditions.com or call for all pricing.

Pricing Includes: All accommodations aboard ship or in hotels per itinerary or similar; all meals and alcoholic beverages aboard ship (excepting certain super-premium brands) and tips to the ship’s crew.; meals on land as indicated, accompanied by nonalcoholic beverages; air transportation where indicated as included; shore excursions; sightseeing and entrance fees; special access permits; transfers to and from group flights; use of kayaks and/or stand-up paddleboards (where applicable); taxes and service charges; services of our expedition staff. Unused services or items included in our programs are non-refundable.

Not Included: Air transportation (except where specified as included), extensions, passport, visa, immigration fees, flightseeing, meals not indicated, travel protection plan, items of a personal nature, such as internet access, and laundry. Additional hotel nights, private airport transfers, and gear rental. Airfare: For all programs, airfare is an additional cost unless otherwise indicated. We will gladly assist in making your air arrangements for a $50 per person service fee.

Reservations, Deposits, and Final Payments: To reserve your place, an advance payment deposit is required at the time of reservation. Receipt of advance payment deposit indicates your acceptance of the terms and conditions. Final payment schedule can be found online. Visit expeditions.com/terms for complete details about deposits and final payment schedules which may vary by ship.

Travel Protection Plan: We strongly recommend that you take advantage of our Travel Protection Plan. This plan offers comprehensive coverage to protect you from cancellation fees, costs incurred due to trip delays/interruption, medical assistance, and damaged or lost baggage, and provides medical assistance and evacuation during your travels. Our Travel Protection Plan is available for U.S. residents only and may be purchased any time prior to final payment due date. If you are not satisfied for any reason, you may return your plan within 10 days after purchase. Your premium will be refunded if canceled within 10 days, provided you have not already departed on the trip or filed a claim. When so returned, the coverage under the plan is void from the original date of purchase.

Responsibility and Other Terms & Conditions: Certain provisions concerning, among other things, limitations of Lindblad Expeditions’ and National Geographic Expeditions’ (a division of National Geographic Partners, LLC) liability for loss of property, injury, illness, or death during the voyage will be provided to all guests on the ship’s ticket sent prior to departure, and are also available on our website at expeditions.com/terms, or upon request. By registering for a trip, the guest agrees to all such terms and conditions.

Cancellation Policy: Call for details or visit expeditions.com/cancellation-policy

Note: Itineraries and prices listed in this brochure are as of publication date and are subject to change. New Expeditions Dates, Same Exceptional Experiences: Beginning in 2024, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins. The actual durations of expeditions will remain unchanged. Visit expeditions.com/newdates for details.

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic is an equal opportunity provider, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Learn more at expeditions.com/aboutus.

©2023 Lindblad Expeditions. Lindblad Expeditions and the Eye are the trademarks of Lindblad Expeditions. All rights reserved.

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For Reservations: Contact your travel advisor or Lindblad Expeditions

1.877.689.1962

Reservation Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 8pm ET Saturday & Sunday 10am – 5pm ET

Lindblad Expeditions, Inc., 96 Morton Street, New York, NY 10014 Phone: 212.261.9000

For additional information and online reservations, visit us at: expeditions.com

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