Honoring 60 Years of Expedition Cruising in Antarctica

Lars-Eric Lindblad on expedition in Antarctica.

The White Continent, Through Your Eyes

In 1966, Lars-Eric Lindblad brought the first tourists to Antarctica, pioneering a new kind of travel: expedition cruising. What began as a single voyage has grown into thousands of journeys to the far corners of the Earth aboard the largest and most versatile fleet in the industry.


In 2026, we celebrate 60 years of pioneering travel in Antarctica—and we invite you to be part of this special milestone. Journey with us to the white continent and experience the spirit of discovery that continues to define expedition cruising.


Share your Antarctica story: If Antarctica has already left its mark on you, we invite you to help us tell the story of these six remarkable decades. Submit your photos and reflections from our Antarctic voyages—whether you're a guest, travel advisor or team member—and help inspire the next generation of polar explorers.

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Guests exploring by Zodiac returning to the ship National Geographic Explorer, Alpejord Fjord, Northeast Greenland National Park, Greenland

National Geographic Endurance

GUESTS 138

CABINS 76

DECKS 6

The most advanced ice-class expedition ship afloat, offering unprecedented access to polar regions.

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Guests explore by zodiac from the ship National Geographic Resolution against the picturesque backdrop of the Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego, Chile.

National Geographic Resolution

GUESTS 138

CABINS 76

DECKS 6

The second of two new polar builds, the National Geographic Resolution is named to honor the second voyage of the legendary Captain James Cook.

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With the sun setting and casting a spectrum of warm hues across the sky, the ship National Geographic Orion sits anchored in the calm waters of the Java Sea.

National Geographic Orion

GUESTS 102

CABINS 53

DECKS 6

An authentic expedition ship, purpose-built for exploring the South Pacific, Asia, the Mediterranean, and beyond.

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Guests returning back to the ship National Geographic Explorer by zodiac, Spitsbergen, Arctic Ocean, Svalbard, Norway.

National Geographic Explorer

GUESTS 148

CABINS 81

DECKS 6

An authentic expedition ship, purpose-engineered for blue water and polar exploration

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Antarctica - The Value of Experience

  • Oct 2024

Venturing to Antarctica is an expedition like no other—a chance to explore otherworldly beauty at the bottom of the globe. Lindblad Expeditions brought the first travelers to Antarctica more than five decades ago and, since that pioneering voyage, has developed unmatched expertise in exploring this legendary region, providing guests the safest and most in-depth experience possible. As you explore in wildlife-rich waters, you’ll discover a kingdom of sculpted snow and ice, endless colonies of penguins, and pods of breaching whales. Each day brings new discoveries with the flexibility to explore by kayak, Zodiac, or on foot alongside your veteran expedition team.

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