Decades of cruising and exploring Antarctica and the surrounding region have given the Lindblad staff the expertise and time needed to uncover important landing sites beyond the Antarctic Peninsula that we now call on with ease: the South Orkney Islands, the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands and South Georgia, perhaps the ultimate destination for jaw-dropping scenery, boundless wildlife and the captivating history of Ernest Shackleton and his crew. Come with us on our Antarctica cruise where you can walk wild beaches as a hundred thousand king penguins go about their busy lives: calling for mates, flashing their bright colors in their courtship ritual. Our expeditions with National Geographic allow you to take a rugged hike and go by Zodiac and kayak where few have gone before. This Antarctica cruise will affect the way you tell stories about travel and wildlife adventures for years to come.

This departure, occurring during the 50th anniversary of the Antarctic Treaty, will also give us an opportunity to celebrate the spirit behind this symbol of international agreement. Guests on the Nov. 15 expedition will receive a commemorative Patagonia duffel bag, with our compliments, as your souvenir of this historic year.