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Interested in Group Travel?

Group Travel

Travel with Family & Friends and Save!

With more than thirty years' experience planning expedition voyages for groups of all sizes, to all parts of the world, we know how valuable and rewarding it is to travel with your family and friends. Organize your group today and you will receive additional incentives by traveling together. Our expert team of naturalists will ensure that your experience is an unforgettable one.

For more information about group travel, you can reach an Expedition Specialist at 1-800-EXPEDITION (1-800-397-3348) or explore@expeditions.com, and we will be happy to answer any of your questions.

Book 2 or more cabins and save an additional 10% off the cost of your expedition. This is only applicable for our Galapagos, Alaska, Costa Rica and Baja (Among the Great Whales) expeditions. This is combinable with other offers.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Who should think about group travel?
Everyone! Whether you are celebrating birthdays, anniversaries or other special occasions, getting together with friends and family is always fun. Mark your special event this year with an expedition to one of the world’s most beautiful places!
How many people do we need to be considered a group?

Generally, we consider a group to be a minimum of eight and a maximum of 148. However, you can be a group of four or six and enjoy many of the same benefits.

What are the benefits of traveling as a group with Lindblad Expeditions?

• Save 5% for you and your entire group off of the base cost of the voyage.
• Based on the group size and destination, there is potential to earn one complimentary bed or cabin.
• Perfect for group interaction, our small ships will take you in style to places that are inaccessible by others.
• You will gain a deeper understanding of your destination by traveling alongside our expert Expedition Team.
• Our Expedition Specialists will assist you and your group with all aspects of your expedition - from logistics to special arrangements.

What if I don’t meet my minimum?

We never cancel our expeditions. You can still join us - even if you don’t meet your group minimum.

What ships and itineraries are available for group travel?

All of them. We have nine ships in our fleet and all of them are available for group travel.

How do I get started?

We make group travel easy. We will ensure that all of your travel needs are taken care of. Our Expedition Specialists can also provide knowledgeable insights on which itinerary would best suit your interests, and how to make your event even more unforgettable.

Please contact one of our experienced Expedition Specialists at 1-800-EXPEDITION (1-800-397-3348) or email us at: explore@expeditions.com.

What is included?
Group travel arrangements vary by destination and ship but generally include:
  • All accommodations aboard our ships or in hotels as per itinerary
  • All meals and non-alcoholic beverages aboard ship and as indicated on land (per itinerary)
  • A fleet of kayaks* and the use of snorkeling equipment and wet suits*
  • All shore excursions (as indicated in the itinerary) and activities such as Zodiac excursions, hiking, kayaking, tide-pooling, beach walks, snorkeling* while onboard the ship
  • The services and expertise of an Expedition Leader, our Natural History staff, an Undersea Specialist*, a Video Chronicler and a Ship’s Physician*
  • An extensive Undersea program including nightly recap presentations incorporating onboard video microscopes, hydrophones and under water cameras
  • Presentation capabilities with state-of-the-art equipment including Plasma TVs, DVD players, power point and digital slide shows
  • Port charges and service charges
  • Gratuities to local guides
  • The personal guidance of an experienced in-house team to help create a seamless, "once-in-a-lifetime" expedition
  • Air transportation where indicated as included in the itinerary
* Depending on ship/destination
What is not included?
All group travel arrangements vary by destination and ship, but generally they exclude airfare, transfers, optional extensions, gratuities to ship staff/crew, items of a personal nature (e.g. laundry, email, telephone, alcoholic beverages, LEXspa services), passport/visa expenses, airport departure tax, guest travel insurance, custom voyage DVDs and optional tours.

On many occasions, we can work with you to build in some of these additional services such as gratuities, alcoholic beverages and custom DVD’s.

Does Lindblad Expeditions handle the air arrangements?
Airfare is generally an additional cost, unless otherwise indicated in the itinerary. We will gladly assist in making your air arrangements. There is a $50 service fee if you elect for Lindblad Expeditions to handle your air arrangements.
    
Contact Us

For more information about group travel, please call 1-800-EXPEDITION (1-800-397-3348) or e-mail us at explore@expeditions.com

 

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