South Pacific
In a region known the world over for balmy waters and idyllic beaches, the South Pacific still holds secrets for the traveler who ventures just beyond Hawaii’s familiar shores. Voyage by small ship to the furthest reaches of French Polynesia and the Pacific Islands for an array of tropical adventures—from rainforest hikes and snorkeling excursions in the planet’s most spectacular undersea realms to enriching encounters with Polynesian culture. Or journey down under to witness ancient cave art in Australia’s Kimberley region or take in the superlative scenery of New Zealand and the rarely visited Subantarctic Islands, harboring endemic flora and fauna found nowhere else on Earth.
“Traveling to the most remote places on earth is something I will never take for granted. I have not even begun to process the magnitude of what I just experienced in visiting New Zealand and the Subantarctic Islands.”
Give the Gift of Exploration
This holiday season, give your friends and family a present they’ll treasure for years to come: the gift of exploration. With more than 100 itineraries across six continents, there’s an adventure for everyone on your list: your spouse, the children in your life or your closest friend.
Book between December 3-31, 2024 to receive special savings including: cabin credit, solo savings* and more.
*Terms and conditions apply. See expeditions.com/giftofexploration or call for details.
Why National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
South Pacific Expeditions
South Pacific Ships
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.
South Pacific Expedition Team
Every member of the expedition team—from your naturalists and photographers to your expedition leaders—is committed to ensuring you have an unforgettable experience. Many are veteran and locally based guides chosen for their extensive knowledge of subjects like wildlife biology and cultural history, while special guests—including National Geographic Experts—offer additional insights into the South Pacific’s diverse treasures. Exploring in small groups, you’ll hear different perspectives each day of your voyage, and because there are no assigned groups you can gravitate toward the experts who share your interests and inspire your curiosity.
Your knowledgeable and passionate expedition team is complemented by your dedicated hotel team who strives to ensure that your time on board is as comfortable and rewarding as your time on shore.
Futu Hiva, Marquesas, French Polynesia
Two guests paddleboard in Futu Hiva, Marquesas Archipelago, French Polynesia
Photograph: Ralph Lee Hopkins
Latest Video
In Good Company - Tua Pittman on Polynesia
- Sep 2023
In this episode of In Good Company, Lindblad Expeditions Cultural Specialist, Tua Pitman, guides you through the wonders of Polynesia.
Actress Kate Walsh Discovers the Allure of Exploring Polynesia
When actress and ocean conservationist Kate Walsh visited the Marquesas and Tuamotus, she was greeted with pristine natural beauty, spectacular diving, powerful cultural encounters, and a taste of the “best grapefruit ever.”
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South Pacific & French Polynesia 2023-25