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Galápagos

Few destinations are more iconic than the Galápagos Islands, where Lindblad Expeditions brought the very first group of citizen explorers more than 50 years ago. Sail among the varied landscapes of this magical archipelago to encounter giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, playful penguins, and charismatic sea lions, all unfazed by your presence. With multiple ways to explore on land and at sea, including hikes, photo walks, kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling, every day reveals new discoveries interpreted by a team of expert local guides.  

Lindblad Expeditions knows the Galápagos Islands well ... In fact, Lindblad literally created the first modern expedition cruise to these islands in the late 1960's.

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Expedition Team in Galápagos

Every member of the expedition team—from your naturalists and photographers to your expedition leaders—is committed to ensuring you have an unforgettable experience. All of your veteran guides in Galápagos are Galápagueños or from mainland Ecuador so in addition to sharing their extensive knowledge of island species and habitats, they also offer an authentic, first-person connection to the region’s culture and history. Exploring in small groups, you’ll hear different perspectives each day of your voyage, and because there are no assigned groups you can gravitate toward the naturalists who share your interests and inspire your curiosity.


Your knowledgeable and passionate expedition team is complemented by your dedicated hotel team who strives to ensure that your time on board is as comfortable and rewarding as your time on shore.

Guests boarding a zodiac in Galapagos

Galápagos Ships

The ship National Geographic Islander II in Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

National Geographic Islander II

GUESTS 48

CABINS 26

DECKS 5

With a 1:1 guest-to-crew ratio, National Geographic Islander II is a gracious expedition vessel with the feeling of a private yacht.

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Ship National Geographic Endeavour II at sunset, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.

National Geographic Endeavour II

GUESTS 96

CABINS 52

DECKS 5

Purpose built to accommodate expedition-style travel, National Geographic Endeavour II is equipped with state-of-the-art tools for up-close and personal explorations.

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Ship National Geographic Gemini, Exterior, Vicente Roca Point, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.

National Geographic Gemini

GUESTS 48

CABINS 27

DECKS 4

National Geographic Gemini offers guests the choice of larger suites, cabins with balconies, and a mix of doubles, solos, and triples.

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Ship National Geographic Delfina Catamaran, Exterior.

National Geographic Delfina

GUESTS 16

CABINS 8

DECKS 3

National Geographic Delfina is a luxury catamaran designed for cruising the Galápagos Islands in style and stable comfort.

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Video: A Drone’s-Eye View of the National Geographic Islander II

National Geographic Islander II Ship Tour

  • Jun 2023

Take a virtual tour of the National Geographic Islander II, a gracious expedition vessel that feels like a private yacht. From the vessel's Zodiac landing platform, all the way to its upper deck pool, get to know this luxurious new vessel sailing year-round in the Galápagos Islands. Captured using an FPV drone.

Photo Gallery: Highlights from Galápagos

San Cristobal Island

Guests adventure by Zodiac in the rocky arch of San Cristobal Island with the legendary Kicker Rock in the distance

Photograph by: Ralph Lee Hopkins

Photo Gallery: Highlights from Galápagos

Isabela Island

An adult Galápagos penguin, the only wild penguin species in the northern hemisphere, hunts for fish as a guest snorkels and photographs its activity

Photograph by: Michael S. Nolan

Photo Gallery: Highlights from Galápagos

Floreana Island

Two guests embark on a sunset kayak journey from National Geographic Endeavour II

Photograph by: David Vargas

Photo Gallery: Highlights from Galápagos

North Seymour Island

A Blue-footed Booby performs an elaborate courtship dance to impress a potential mate on North Seymour Island

Photograph by: Ralph Lee Hopkins

Photo Gallery: Highlights from Galápagos

Santa Cruz Island

Lindblad Expeditions founder and CEO Sven Lindblad photographs a giant tortoise in the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island

Photograph by: Alexandra Daley-Clark

Photo Gallery: Highlights from Galápagos

Champion Islet

A Galápagos sea lion swims freely among adventurous snorkelers ready to document the moment near Champion Island

Photograph by: Michael S. Nolan

Photo Gallery: Highlights from Galápagos

San Cristobal Island

Guests swim in the turquoise waters of San Cristobal Island with a pristine view of Kicker Rock

Photograph by: Sven-Olof Lindblad
Guests adventure by zodiac in the rocky arch at Kicker Rock, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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Galápagos 2024-27