Inspiring people to explore and protect the planet.

Lindblad Expeditions

Inspiring the World Through Expedition Travel.

Lindblad Expeditions goes to the most amazing places on the planet—40+ geographic sites in all. They’ve planted a flag in many of them, deeply committing to remote wild places—like South Georgia Island, the Falkland Islands and Patagonia. They opened up Argentina’s Staten Island, ‘the island at the end of the world,’ for eco-tourism; and remote and beautiful regions of Polynesia, including the Marquesas Islands where few go.

Discovery is the Lindblad DNA.

For over 50 years, the collaboration between Lindblad’s masterful captains and experienced expedition leaders has created unprecedented opportunities for guests. Lindblad’s staff will do whatever it takes to ensure you have unforgettable experiences. Whether it’s manning the spotting scopes all night to ensure a polar bear sighting, orchestrating a landing at an extraordinary wildlife site to coincide with a magnificent sunrise, or sending waitstaff out with gourmet ice cream as you explore a Polynesia atoll, their commitment creates thrilling moments every step of the way.

Why we love Lindblad Expeditions.

  • Lindblad positively impacts the places they explore, building on a legacy as a leader in responsible travel and sustainability. Lindblad is a 100% carbon neutral company committed to green business operations and preserving our planet for future generations. Lindblad has raised more than $19 million from curious and committed travelers since 1997 to protect the ocean, conserve wildlife, bolster local communities, and enable meaningful scientific research. By bringing travelers face-to-face with wildness and inspiring them to care, Lindblad creates planetary stewards every day.

  • Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic have together joined forces to further inspire the world through expedition travel. Their collaboration in exploration, research, technology, and conservation provides extraordinary travel experiences and disseminates geographic knowledge around the globe.

  • The ships in the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic fleet are not only equipped for adventure—they also host important research and conservation work as part of their Visiting Scientist Program. This innovative initiative allows scientists to use the fleet as a platform to build and foster their research endeavors in places like Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Galápagos.

  • Every wild corner of the planet explored by Lindblad Expeditions offers different and unique experiences. Every team member is a top pro in their field or under the mentorship of one. They are personable, and most have been exploring the region you’re sailing to for decades. The team composition changes not only to suit the type of exploration taking place, but also to offer a multitude of personalities and backgrounds.

  • When you travel with Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic, you'll enjoy exclusive experiences featuring renowned individuals from the worlds of science, exploration, literature, music, photography, culture and more, thoughtfully curated to enrich your expedition. From performances of original music inspired by the destinations, to treks with iconic explorers, their guest speakers offer in-depth insights and compelling conversations, helping you to connect more deeply to the people, places, and wildlife along your journey.

“Joining us on any expedition means signing up for adventure; and the reward for your curiosity is inevitable—the most exhilarating experience of pure discovery possible.”

— Sven-Olof Lindblad, Founder of Lindblad

Because when your experience matters, our experience matters.

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