Lindblad Expeditions vs Swan Hellenic — a head-to-head on the specs, the amenities, and what each ship is genuinely better at.
SH Minerva (2021) is the newer ship by 1 year versus National Geographic Endurance (2020). National Geographic Endurance is the larger hull at 12,786 GT (~22% bigger). National Geographic Endurance sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (126 vs 152).
| Spec | National Geographic Endurance | SH Minerva |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2020 | 2021 |
| Tonnage | 12,786 GT | 10,500 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 126 | 152 |
| Guests (max) | 138 | 152 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.