National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Galapagos Cruises: Every Ship Reviewed
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is behind 4 of the Galapagos ships we have reviewed: National Geographic Endeavour II, National Geographic Islander II, National Geographic Gemini and National Geographic Delfina. This page puts them side by side and links to each full review and comparison. For other operators see our Galapagos cruise lines guide, or filter every ship in the islands on our Galapagos cruises homepage.
National Geographic Ships In The Galapagos
| Ship | Class | Guests | Cruise Lengths | Price Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Geographic Endeavour II | Luxury | 96 | 8 days | From approximately $5,279 pp |
| National Geographic Islander II | Luxury | 48 | 5, 7, 8, 10 days | From ~$8,974 pp (5-night); standard 8-day significantly higher |
| National Geographic Gemini | Luxury | 48 | 8, 10 days | From ~$13,091 per person (double occupancy, excl. airfare) |
| National Geographic Delfina | Luxury | 16 | 10 days | From ~$6,860 per person (double occupancy, excl. airfare) |
Our National Geographic Ship Reviews
- National Geographic Endeavour II ReviewNational Geographic Endeavour II is a large expedition ship focused on wildlife education, photography, and family-friendly Galapagos exploration with expert-led experiences onboard.
- National Geographic Islander II ReviewNational Geographic Islander II is Lindblad’s luxury all-suite Galapagos yacht, blending private-yacht intimacy with elite expedition staff and upscale onboard service.
- National Geographic Gemini ReviewNational Geographic Gemini is a luxury Galapagos expedition ship with oversized suites, a 1:1 crew ratio, and one of the most immersive small-ship experiences in the islands.
- National Geographic Delfina ReviewNational Geographic Delfina is Lindblad’s most intimate Galapagos vessel, offering private-yacht-style luxury and small-group expedition cruising for just 16 guests.
How National Geographic Ships Compare
- Celebrity Flora vs National Geographic Islander II: Large Luxury ComparedCelebrity Flora and National Geographic Islander II are both elite Galapagos luxury ships, but one feels like a floating resort while the other delivers a far more intimate expedition experience.
- Lindblad vs Silversea in the Galapagos: Which Luxury Operator Wins?Lindblad Expeditions and Silversea are the two biggest luxury names in the Galapagos, but one focuses on elite expedition learning while the other delivers unmatched onboard luxury.
- National Geographic Endeavour II vs Islander II vs GeminiNational Geographic Endeavour II, Islander II, and Gemini all deliver elite Galapagos expeditions, but differ greatly in size, luxury, and cabin experience.
