Tailor-made adventures.
Days: 10 | From: $11,190/per person
Two nights in Cape Town, a private game reserve safari and the thunder of Victoria [...]
Days: 10 | From: $11,050/per person
Follow the Great Migration across the Serengeti and Masai Mara on a classic ten-day East [...]
Days: 8 | From: $8,290/per person
Experience Rwanda's gentle mountain gorillas in the wild, and discover its varied wildlife and lush [...]
Days: 11 | From: $12,690/per person
The Okavango Delta, Chobe's elephant herds, Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park all woven into [...]
Days: 11 | From: $4,130/per person
Get to know the classic parts of Vietnam
Days: 10 | From: $5,900/per person
Temples, Taj, and Tigers: see quintessential India on this immersive journey
Days: 10 | From: $5,560/per person
The highlights of Bangkok, northern Thailand, and the southern beaches
Days: 16 | From: $22,400/per person
An immersive exploration of the art, culture, and history of Japan
Days: 10 | From: $7,470/per person
See Australia's Wonders: Sydney, Uluru, Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef, and Brisbane
Days: 14 | From: $10,570/per person
From the Bay of Islands and Auckland in the north to Queenstown and Fiordland in [...]
Days: 4 | From: $2,425/per person
Four nights in Fiji's Mamanuca or Yasawa islands: a tropical finale to any Australia or [...]
Days: 16 | From: $29,370/per person
The finest lodges and 5-star experiences for travelers who want both islands without compromise
Days: 12 | From: $9,490/per person
Visit the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Forest, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide Wine Region, and Sydney
Days: 10 | From: $14,950/per person
The Best of Italy: Venice, Florence & Rome
Days: 11 | From: $11,050/per person
An Extraordinary Private Journey from Barcelona to Andalucía via Madrid
Days: 11 | From: $16,550/per person
Where Castles, History, and Culture Come to Life
Days: 11 | From: $13,380 per person
An Extraordinary Alpine Journey from Zurich to Zermatt
Days: 12-15 | From: $9,650/person
Our Most Popular Trip: Two of South America’s most spectacular destinations in one itinerary
Days: 13 | From: $11,250/per person
Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno Glacier, and the finest lodges on both sides of the [...]
Days: 8 | From: $5,650/per person
Explore this fascinating country's most iconic sites
Days: 9 | From: $5,550/per person
Explore Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls & Rio de Janeiro all in one trip
Days: 9 | From: $7,990/per person
Visit Costa Rica's highlights and the beautiful, remote Osa Peninsula
Days: 8 | From: $8,750/per person
Explore the pristine jungles of Belize, Mayan ruins, and idyllic Caribbean islands
Days: 9 | From: $6,650/per person
Experience the highlights of this fascinating and culturally rich country
Combine the pristine rainforest and barrier reef of Belize with striking Guatemalan ruins
Days: 16-23 | From: $9,395/person
One of the most classic of Arctic programs, with polar bears and magnificent scenery.
Days: 10-23 | From: $8,590/person
The most popular and classic Antarctica cruise option
Days: 6-23 | From: $6,950/person
Choose from our list of the top vessels in each category
Days: 6-23 | From: $4,795/person
Choose from our list of the top vessels in each category.
Days: 10| From: $14,250/per person
The Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Masai Mara. Follow the Great Migration in luxury tented camps
Days: 22 | From: $19,106/per person
Inaugurated in 2008, National Geographic Explorer is a quality expedition ship sailing summer routes in both the Arctic and Antarctica. Originally built for service along Norway’s coast as part of the famed Hurtigruten, or Coastal Express, the Explorer is now uniquely equipped with an ice-strengthened hull and advanced navigation equipment designed for polar expeditions as well as a roster of tools for exploration and a well-appointed interior.
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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting hotels, excursions and length as desired.
We consistently receive 5 star reviews from our discerning clients.
• Category 1 (Main Deck with one or two portholes, #301 – 308)
• Category 2 (Main Deck with window, #317-320, 335-336)
• Category 3 (Main Deck with window, #313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344, 346, 348, 350)
• Category 4 (Upper and Veranda Decks with window, #103 – 104, 107-108, 201-202, 204-207,210, 212, 217, 226, 228)
• Category 5 (Upper Deck with balcony, #209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224)
• Category 6 (Veranda Deck, Suite #101-102 & Upper Deck Suite with balcony #213)
• Category 7 (Upper Deck, Suite with balcony, #215, 219, 230)
• Category A (single)
• Category B (single)
• Category 3 Triple
Guests: 148 Length: 367 feet (112 meters) Width: 52 feet (16 meters) Year built: 1982 Gross Tonnage: 6471 Average speed: 12 knots Registered: Bahamas
Note: Depending on season, this vessel services both the Arctic and Antarctic regions. Please select which itineraries you would like to view below.
Day 1 Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina or Santiago, Chile
Day 2 Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 3 and 4 At Sea
Days 5 to 9 Antarctica
Days 10 and 11 At Sea
Days 12 to 15 South Georgia Island
Days 16 and 17 At Sea
Days 18 to 20 Falkland Islands
Day 21 At Sea
Day 22 Disembarkation in Ushuaia / Departure