National Geographic Gemini: A Closer Look at Our Newest Ship in Galápagos

 

The library offers a tranquil atmosphere to relax in between excursions such as kayaking in biodiverse waters in the morning or a sunset beach walk in the evening. You can curl up with a book on the evolution of Darwin's finches, lounge in a comfortable nook with a coffee or edit photos with the help of your National Geographic certified photo instructor.

 

 

The sun-soaked lounge serves as your central meeting place. Here, you’ll convene for hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour, watch Daily Recaps from your expedition leader or enjoy engaging talks from your naturalists.

 

 

The expansive discovery bar is the perfect informal gathering space to meet up with family or friends over a drink. Enjoy a hand-crafted cocktail with ingredients that showcase regional flavors or a latte made with locally sourced espresso beans.

 

 

The ship features 27 well-appointed, outward-facing staterooms, offering premier comfort as you explore the remote corners of this beautiful archipelago. The triple-occupancy Category 7 suite is the largest room on board, featuring a spacious living room, two private balconies, an ensuite bathroom and ample storage for your gear.

 

 

There are staterooms for all types of explorers, from multigenerational families to solo travelers. Category 6 rooms (top right) can be combined to create a family suite, Category 4 rooms (top left) include a private balcony, Category 2/2S rooms (bottom left) are available for solos and all cabins have elegantly-appointed bathrooms (bottom right) to freshen up for mid-day talks or meals.

 

 

After a morning of hiking volcanic peaks amongst lava lizards or snorkeling with sea lions, you can unwind the with a restorative deep tissue massage from your wellness specialist. Treatments are tailored to each guest and incorporate natural ingredients from the surrounding lands and waters.

 

 

You can get a workout done in the fitness center as you take in stunning views of the Galápagos Marine Reserve. Early risers can witness kalediscopic equatorial sunrises with an early-morning yoga session on the deck.

 

 

In the Global Gallery, you can purchase a wide array of handmade art by local artisans supported the Artisan Fund. In Galápagos, you'll find items like etched glassware made from upcycled bottles and beaded jewelry crafted from paper waste.

 

 

Throughout hallways and staterooms, you'll discover decor created by local artists and artisans. From paintings in stairways to polished wood finishes in your room, each detail is designed to immerse you in the natural and cultural wonders of Galápagos.

 

 

National Geographic Gemini is well-equipped with a variety of state-of-the-art exploration tools. The ship carries a fleet of quick-to-deploy Mark VI Zodiacs, a glass-bottom boat, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and complete snorkeling gear, allowing you to actively explore the wildlife-rich waters and islands of the Galápagos each day in your own way.