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Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Explorer

Antarctica: Pristine Polar Wilderness

November 20, 2026December 4, 2026·14 nights·148 guests

Year Built1982
Tonnage6,471 GT
Pools0
From$10,000/perpersonSolo from $20,000

What's Included

Wi-Fi
All Drinks
All Excursions

Not included

Gratuities
Specialty Dining
Room Service
Port Shuttle
Flights
Airport Transfers

About the Ship

Hot Tubs
1
Elevators
1
Cabin Voltage
110V & 220V
USB in Cabins
Yes
Pets
Not Allowed
Service Animals
Case by Case
Dress Code
Casual
Formal Nights
No
Balcony Smoking
Not Allowed
Accessible Cabins:1
Self-Service LaundryMedical Center
Dietary Options
Gluten-FreeVegan

Your Journey

Day 1Ushuaia

The world's southernmost city and primary gateway for Antarctic expedition cruises.

Day 2At Sea
Day 3At Sea
Day 10At Sea
Day 11At Sea
Day 12At Sea
Day 13At Sea
Day 14Ushuaia

The world's southernmost city and primary gateway for Antarctic expedition cruises.


Before you sail — hotels in Ushuaia

Arrive a day early and explore Ushuaia before boarding


Cabin Pricing


Reviews & AI Summary

4.6
Ship rating

The National Geographic Explorer is Lindblad's flagship workhorse, originally built in 1982 and extensively refurbished in 2008, carrying up to 148 guests in 81 outside staterooms. It is celebrated for its iconic blue hull, ROV, and decades of trailblazing expedition history.

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