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Lindblad Expeditions pioneered expedition travel to the remarkable Galápagos Islands more than 50 years ago. Today, we lead expeditions year-round to this magical archipelago famed for its vibrant wildlife. Encounter giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, playful penguins, and charismatic sea lions in their natural habitats, unfazed by your presence. Enjoy multiple adventures each day on land and undersea, including walks and hikes, kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling.
In Galápagos, one thing is certain: expect the unexpected! Surrounded by wildlife on land and at sea, you never know what might happen. And that’s been the draw since Darwin landed in 1835.
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We offer four distinct itineraries: spend a week or 10 days exploring the islands’ lush highlands and pristine beaches or combine Galápagos with Machu Picchu and Peru’s Sacred Valley for an adventure that blends the beauty and wonder of the natural world with a discovery of one of the world’s greatest civilizations.
In August, Lindblad Expeditions will welcome a new member of our fleet. The National Geographic Islander II will replace the National Geographic Islander, elevating the guest experience in the Galápagos Islands to an entirely new level. The National Geographic Islander II, a best-in-class expedition ship, expertly refitted to facilitate the active exploration at the heart of the Lindblad experience, has the spirit and soul of a private yacht. Accommodating just 48 guests, she is a spacious all-suite vessel with a 1:1 guest-to-crew ratio and five expedition staff. Guests will enjoy more space than ever before while exploring the Galápagos Islands.
Join us in the world’s most interesting islands for a one-of-a-kind experience that will stay with you forever.
Dive in and experience Galápagos with all your senses. Choose how you want to explore—hike, paddleboard, kayak, snorkel, or arrange to dive (on select departures). Take a long hike or just relax on the beach. Our generous staff-to-guest ratio means you can always find a naturalist whose interests and approach you share whether you want to focus on birding, human history, photography, the undersea, or more. Since the first international tourist expedition cruise to the Galápagos Islands in July 1967 with Lars-Eric Lindblad, we’ve introduced generations of guests to these strange and wonderful islands, the world’s first UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Henry David Thoreau called it the “tonic of wildness.” It’s what a cruise to Galápagos, with its beauty and wildness, gives you—a spirit lift. To compound this healthful effect, we provide a quality of shipboard life and a philosophy of wellness to relax and rejuvenate body, mind, and spirit.
Embark on a sweeping adventure that encapsulates all the wildness of Galápagos balanced with the cultural and historic experiences of Machu Picchu & Peru's Land of the Inca. Explore Galápagos in depth aboard the 96-guest National Geographic Endeavour II, then discover the culture and history of Peru and the iconic ruins of Machu Picchu.
Anahi Concari, Naturalist, January 23, 2022
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Read moreThis is the best trip we have ever taken. We have been all over the world and nothing else compares.
Barry Z.
Lindblad Expeditions supports stewardship efforts in the places we explore, and one way we do that is through the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic (LEX-NG) Fund. Traveler contributions to the LEX-NG Fund in Galápagos currently support our regional partners—the Charles Darwin Foundation, Galápagos National Park Directorate, Island Conservation, and the Scalesia Foundation—in their efforts to research and conserve the unique wildlife of the islands and promote education in the region.
5/24/2022
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National Geographic Endeavour II
We continued our journey along Isabela’s coastline. On our fourth day, we visited two unique sites located at the slopes of some active volcanoes. After dinner, National Geographic Endeavour II anchored in Urbina Bay. In the morning, we went for a short walk along the uplifted coastline of the Alcedo Volcano. It didn’t take long until we were greeted by the iconic Galapagos giant tortoise. These dome-shelled tortoises are only found around this volcano. We also spotted beautiful land iguanas for the second time. After an hour and a half of navigation this afternoon, we anchored at the famous Tagus Cove, a popular landing spot in the past for sailors and navy ships from many countries. As we looked outside the ship, we noticed tall tuff walls from two majestic cones, the same ones that Charles Darwin explored during his visits onboard HMS Beagle. Finally, we concluded a very full and active day with water activities: kayaking, snorkeling, and a strenuous hike over the tuff cones along Darwin’s Lake.
5/23/2022
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National Geographic Islander
Early in the morning, National Geographic Islander anchored near the coast of North Seymour Island, where a dry landing waited for us. Even though the trail was rocky, it was wonderful to observe the palo santo forest that covers this small uplifted island. Nothing compares to the diverse wildlife found here. Galapagos sea lions slept on the white sand beach, and we realized that frigatebirds were everywhere. Males of both species, great frigatebirds and magnificent frigatebirds, displayed their beautiful red pouches. They are always trying to attract the attention of the females. Blue-footed boobies, also nesting on the ground, danced around while land iguanas basked on the rocks, enjoying the warm temperature. In the afternoon, the red sand beach of Rabida was the perfect site to practice snorkeling. We looked for different species of fish. The highlight is always the company of Galapagos sea lions. These animals love to play with the guests. After a refreshing snorkeling, we walked along the red sand beach. The red sand is due to a high concentration of iron. Our walk led us to a brackish water lagoon with close to ten Galapagos flamingos. It was the perfect way to end a great day.
5/23/2022
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National Geographic Endeavour II
This morning, we went exploring on Fernandina Island, the youngest island in the archipelago and one of the most active islands in the Galapagos. The morning was spectacular! We enjoyed walking alongside big herds of Galapagos marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, playful sea lions, Fernandina’s endemic snake, and much more! After a delicious lunch and some time to rest, we went exploring again. This time we explored the coastline of Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island. Our first Galapagos penguin posed for pictures, and sea turtles popped their heads up to breathe several times. Blue-footed boobies and brown noddies were also part of the show. We finished our day by crossing the equator with a fun winetasting organized by our expedition leader and crewmembers.
5/22/2022
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National Geographic Endeavour II
We spent the morning at North Seymour Island, a wonderful place to observe seabirds such as blue-footed boobies, which are nesting right now. On top of bushes and palo santo trees along the path, we observed male frigatebirds displaying their inflated gular sacks. What a sight! We saw land and marine iguanas, too, as well as Galapagos sea lions resting on the sand. An afternoon visit to Rabida Island, the red island, complemented our fantastic morning. Our guests went snorkeling off the red beach where sea lions eagerly waited for them. Snorkelers observed large schools of colorful fish. For the first time in many years, we saw greater flamingos nesting in the brackish water lagoon. They were so close! Galapagos is full of surprises! Photographers: Vanessa Gallo & Jonathan Aguas
5/21/2022
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National Geographic Islander
We arrived to one of the most remote islands of the archipelago and quickly felt the difference of a more isolated area. Many birds flew in the sky, and some even rested on the deck of National Geographic Islander . It seemed they did not fear people. Our first morning outing was an exploration of Darwin’s Bay Beach. This is an extraordinary place to enjoy wildlife at close range. The beach is a sanctuary for nesting seabirds. Red-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, great frigatebirds, swallow-tailed gulls, and yellow-crowned night herons share the space to raise their offspring. We had the opportunity to take close-up pictures of these species, as they do not feel threatened by us. We went on our last snorkeling session where we were captivated by different species of fish, such as Moorish idols and scissortail Chromis. Sea lions appeared to enchant us again with their beautiful swimming performances. We stayed busy trying to keep up with their skills in the water. The snorkeling area was the place to be for kayakers and paddleboarders; they had a good view of Galapagos fur seals. We enjoyed an Ecuadorian lunch onboard, including ceviche, coconut fish, suckling pig, and different local desserts. Everything was delicious, and the menu held the interest of our guests. During the afternoon hike, we had the chance to find the short-eared owl on different areas of the lava. We even witnessed one of them feeding from afar. We sat on a platform to contemplate the different species of birds flying above us. This was certainly a special moment, and we felt thankful for the amazing days we experienced in this small paradise.
Sven-Olof Lindblad
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