NOTE: For expeditions departing April 2024 onward, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins. Durations of expeditions will remain unchanged. More details.
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NOTE: For expeditions departing April 2024 onward, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins. Durations of expeditions will remain unchanged.
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$21,068
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NOTE: For expeditions departing April 2024 onward, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins. Durations of expeditions will remain unchanged.
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$11,546
Prices are per person
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National Geographic Islander has sailed among super-pods of thousands of dolphins. Seen killer whales hunting off her bow. And from her decks scientists have conducted an ongoing study of Galápagos sea turtles year after year. She’s been sailing among these islands since 2004, with annual upgrades and retrofits. She is a common sight, almost an institution, in the bays of the islands, regularly hosting scientists, writers, and local teachers aboard.
At just 164 feet, she hosts an intimate community, and life aboard is friendly and bright. A genuine feeling of community quickly develops between guests and staff. Names are quickly learned and personal preferences remembered—Islander’s shipboard services are impeccable.
Yacht-scaled and trim, her mahogany and gleaming brass fittings create a gracious and welcoming environment. From broad open decks (complete with comfy hammocks perfect for iguana-like basking in the sun) to delectable dining on fresh, local food, Islander delivers a sophisticated and amiable expedition. Designed for active exploration, she can visit areas larger vessels can’t, and guests often compare Islander to being aboard a private yacht—one that’s as smart as she is lovely and dedicated to discovery.
All feature ocean views, private facilities, climate controls, hair dryers and flat-screen TV, plus Ethernet, Wi-Fi connections and USB ports for mobile devices.
Meals are served in the dining room or sometimes outdoors, in a single, unassigned seating with a sociable, informal atmosphere with Ecuadorian flair.
Open-air observation deck, second covered outside deck with hammocks, tables and chairs. Lounge and bar accommodating all guests for presentations and gatherings, dining room, library, Mac kiosks and Internet. The Captain and officers welcome guests to visit the open bridge.
A fitness center, LEXspa treatment room, exercise classes and a wellness specialist.
A full-time doctor, undersea specialist, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor and video chronicler.
Zodiacs to get to shore quickly, a fleet of kayaks and paddle-boards, snorkel gear and wetsuits for both adults and children, video microscope and underwater video camera.
Those who sail aboard her compare the experience to a private yacht, where everyone knows one another's names within a couple days and groups bond over sharing the life-affirming experiences and magical up-close encounters with wild animals.
