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SPRING SUMMER

HOT SPOTS & COOL DISCOVERIESFOR 2018 TRAVEL

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Cover: Sunset over the Sea of Cortez © Ralph Lee Hopkins. This page: Rare untrammeled paradise, Tahiti.

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DEAR TRAVELER,

We respect our heritage, and are proud of our achievements over the past 50 years. But we are focused on the future with considerable excitement and to creating ever-more exceptional experiences for our guests. (We’ve just announced the first new polar vessel in our 50-year history, due to sail in 2020. More details to come).

In our 50 years, many changes have happened in travel—where do we, as travelers, seek to go? What do we choose to avoid? Do more of us travel to relax, or to seek inspiration and activity? Do we travel to know more, to feel a greater connection with nature, or to see places that still retain cultural and historical integrity? Perhaps it’s all of the above.

Do we choose to travel with our families, our friends, or on our own? I certainly have seen a vastly greater desire for extended community, whether it be the community our guests take with them, or discover in seeking new like-minded others, inevitably drawn, like themselves, to this style of travel. You, undoubtedly, have distinct views on all of these subjects.

Over this past half a century, we have developed a deep understanding of what’s possible, and what matters to people—whether it’s exploring the inner reaches of Alaska or Baja California, often referred to as the Mexican Galápagos; discovering a fresh perspective on Polynesia—and what a healthy ocean looks like—aboard the National Geographic Orion; venturing into the impressive wildness of the Amazon River; or steeping in the deep pleasures of the sailing yacht Sea Cloud, a destination in herself.

Our expedition team—from naturalists to captains—does whatever it takes to make sure you have an unforgettable experience. Whether it is posting someone all night to spot for polar bears to get the best chance at a great encounter; finding a way to the right place at the right time to give you a chance to see the Northern Lights; or performing small heroic acts, like transporting a traveler who missed their flight to the Galápagos by private Zodiac to catch up with the embarked National Geographic Islander to ensure their Galápagos experience isn’t missed, our team does what it takes for guests.

So, please join us as we head out during the finest seasons for travel—to explore and experience the world’s wonders in full.

All the best,

Sven-Olof Lindblad

WHAT’S INSIDE FOR YOU SOUTH PACIFIC 2ARCTIC 10CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA 18BAJA 24ALASKA & PACIFIC NORTHWEST 28MEDITERRANEAN & EUROPE 38DECK PLANS 42SPECIAL OFFERS, INCLUSIVE PRICING, EXPEDITIONS.COM 56RESERVATION INFORMATION 57

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WHALES & WILDNESS: SPRING IN THE SEA OF CORTEZ5 Departures in March/April 2018 8 Days/7 Nights (see page 27)$500 Air Credit per person$1,000 Off Kids Under 18

COLUMBIA & SNAKE RIVERS JOURNEY: HARVESTS, HISTORY & LANDSCAPES2 Departures in April 2018 7 Days/6 Nights (see page 37)$500 Air Credit per personFree overnight stay and half-day city tour in Portland, OregonNo solo traveler premium on the April 12, 2018 departure

SPRING SPECIAL–EXTRA SAVINGS ON 2 SELECT DESTINATIONS

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WILD & PURE POLYNESIA

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Go where few have gone, where fewer can, and far beyond any stereotypical destinations—our five exclusive itineraries explore Polynesia’s most alluring, and least accessible, regions. And each one focuses on different rewarding facets: History and the daring exploits of explorers. Diverse, thriving cultures radically different from our own. The greatest mystery on Earth, Easter Island. Astonishing flora and fauna. And the most intact, pristine undersea on the planet. Choose any one, and you choose wisely and well.

GET LOST IN THIS MUST-SEE GEOGRAPHY ▶

WILD & PURE POLYNESIA

Clockwise from left: Hiking in Huahine; vibrantly healthy marine habitats not found in this pristine state anywhere else on Earth, Bora Bora; great stone heads on the slopes of Rapa Nui, Easter Island which was the quarry for all the carved heads, or moai.

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Snorkeling in Fakarava with hundreds of yellowfin goatfish.

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FRENCH POLYNESIA: BEYOND THE POSTCARD 10 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 APR. 12, 26; JUN. 7; JUL. 5, 12*, 19, 26*; AUG. 22019 APR. 18; MAY 9, 16**These voyages travel in reverse.Aboard National Geographic Orion2018 PRICES FROM: $7,690 TO $16,840. Call for 2019 pricing. (See pages 44-45 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE

Day 1 Depart U.S.Day 2 Papeete, French Polynesia/EmbarkDay 3 Bora Bora, Society IslandsDay 4 Raiatea/TahaaDay 5 HuahineDay 6-7 Tuamotu ArchipelagoDay 8 RangiroaDay 9-10 Rangiroa/Disembark/Papeete/Home

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/POSTCARD

“I just find that I’m pinching myself to believe…this, is where we are. It’s just magical.”

— Marielle T., guest

SPECIAL OFFERS:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive free round-trip economy airfare from Los Angeles to Papeete on 2018 voyages. Plus, we will cover your bar tab and tips for the crew.

SAVE 10% when you book two or more voyages in South Pacific aboard National Geographic Orion. Call for details.

Local woman on Tahaa, also known as “Vanilla Island.”

Aerial of Taputapuatea in Raiatea.

ISLES, ATOLLS, AND PRISTINE CORALS: SOUTHERN LINE ISLANDS 10 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATE: 2018 APR. 19; MAY 3; JUN. 14; AUG. 9 Aboard National Geographic OrionPRICES FROM: $7,690 TO $16,840 (See pages 44-45 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Depart U.S.Day 2 Papeete/Rangiroa/EmbarkDay 3-5 At Sea/Southern Line Islands, KiribatiDay 6-7 Southern Line Islands/At SeaDay 8 Moorea, French PolynesiaDay 9-10 Papeete/Disembark/Home

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/ATOLLS

“The diving was unbelievable. I’ve never seen so many fish in my life”

—William C., guest

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Hardangerfjorden, Norway.

SPECIAL OFFERS:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive free round-trip economy airfare from Los Angeles to Papeete. Plus, we will cover your bar tab and tips for the crew.


Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive a FREE night stay at the InterContinental Tahiti, plus a $125 resort credit. Call for details.

Calm lagoons offer unparalleled kayaking opportunities.

EPIC POLYNESIA: COOK ISLANDS TO FIJI 17 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAY 10, 24**This voyage travels in reverse.Aboard National Geographic OrionPRICES FROM: $15,680 TO $33,440 (See pages 44-45 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Depart U.S.Day 2 Papeete, French Polynesia/EmbarkDay 3-5 Tahaa/Raiatea/At SeaDay 6-8 Aitutaki, Cook Islands/At SeaDay 9-10 SamoaDay 11-12 Exploring Wallis And FutunaDay 13-15 Exploring FijiDay 16-17 Lautoka/Disembark/Home

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/EPICPOLY

“Almost impossible to make your way into the interior and up the volcano, we find village after village along the ring road around the island. Enjoying the laid back, true Polynesian lifestyle, we shall carry away great memories.”

— Captain Kruess, describing exploring Wallis and Futuna

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Baby sea turtle.

SPECIAL OFFERS:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive free round-trip economy airfare between Los Angeles/Papeete and Nadi/ Los Angeles. Plus, we will cover your bar tab and tips for the crew.


AZURE SEAS FROM TAHITI TO THE MARQUESAS 17 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 JUN. 21; AUG. 162019 APR. 25Aboard National Geographic Orion2018 PRICES FROM: $15,680 TO $33,440. Call for 2019 pricing. (See pages 44-45 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Depart U.S.Day 2 Papeete, French Polynesia/EmbarkDay 3-5 At Sea/Tuamotu ArchipelagoDay 6-7 At Sea/Nuku Hiva, MarquesasDay 8 Hiva Oa, MarquesasDay 9 Fatu Hiva, MarquesasDay 10-12 Exploring the Marquesas Islands/At SeaDay 13-14 Tuamotu ArchipelagoDay 15 MakateaDay 16-17 Disembark/Papeete/Home

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/MARQUESAS

Hatiheu Bay, Nuku Hiva Island, Marquesas.

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SPECIAL OFFERS:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive free round-trip economy airfare between Los Angeles and Papeete. Plus, we will cover your bar tab and tips for the crew.


20 DAYS/17 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAR. 26; AUG. 30* 2019 MAR. 26; OCT. 6**These voyages travel in reverse from Papeete to Easter Island. Aug. 30 and Oct. 6 departures are 19 days. See website for details.Aboard National Geographic Orion2018 PRICES FROM: $17,990 TO $37,990. Call for 2019 pricing. (See pages 44-45 for complete prices.)


Day 1-5 U.S/Santiago,Chile/Easter Island/EmbarkDay 6-10 At Sea/Pitcairn IslandsDay 11-12 At Sea/Mangareva, French PolynesiaDay 13-18 At Sea/Tuamotu ArchipelagoDay 19-20 Papeete/Disembark/U.S.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/TALESOFTHEPACIFIC

“A new frontier, where ancient mysteries still live on.”

—Jim P., guest

EASTER ISLAND TO TAHITI: TALES OF THE PACIFIC

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Easter Island, shrouded in mystery and guarded by the famous moai statues.

Black pearls, Fakarava.

SPECIAL OFFERS:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive free round-trip economy airfare between Los Angeles/Santiago and Papeete/Los Angeles. Plus, we will cover your bar tab and tips for the crew.


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THE ARCTIC & ICELAND


Grand in scale, the Arctic’s sky, mountains, fjords, and expanses of ice are magnificent, bigger than big. It has fired the imagination of explorers for centuries. Tantalizingly blank, the Arctic is one of the last regions to have eluded the Google Earth cartographers: you can search but little results. It remains a geography that insists on being discovered in person. Venture to Iceland with us and you’ll see what you want to, and what you never imagined. Plan to genuinely experience Iceland, not its tourist hordes.

THE ARCTIC OR ICELAND—BE COOL THIS SEASON ▶

THE ARCTIC & ICELAND

Clockwise from top left: Magdalena Fjord, Norway; Strokkur geyser, Iceland; polar bear mother and cub, Arctic Norway.

LAND OF THE ICE BEARS: AN IN-DEPTH EXPLORATION OF ARCTIC SVALBARD11 DAYS/9 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAY 16, 23, 30Aboard National Geographic ExplorerPRICES FROM: $10,430 to $19,520 (See pages 42-43 for complete prices.)


Day 1 U.S./Fly Overnight to Oslo, NorwayDay 2 Oslo/SAS Radison Blu Airport Hotel Day 3 Oslo/Longyearbyen/EmbarkDays 4-9 Exploring SvalbardDay 10 Longyearbyen/Disembark/OsloDay 11 Oslo/U.S.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/BEAR

“I found Svalbard thrilling on many levels. There is the sheer exhilaration of being above 80 degrees North—just hundreds of miles from the North Pole—and watching the sun circling well above the horizon 24 hours a day. For lovers of ice and Antarctica, Svalbard offers the same starkly beautiful vistas of massive glaciers, ice caps, and mountains. And Svalbard boasts something that Antarctica doesn’t—at least four centuries of human exploration.”

—Fen Montaigne

Kayakers off Svalbard’s pristine coast. Guest gets a fantastic photo op as a polar bear approaches the National Geographic Explorer.

SPECIAL OFFER:

Travel aboard Explorer on any 2018 departure and we will cover your bar tab and all tips for the crew.

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SVALBARD, ICELAND & GREENLAND’S EAST COAST17 DAYS/15 NIGHTS | DATE: 2018 JUN. 13Aboard National Geographic ExplorerPRICES FROM: $15,650 to $28,750 (See pages 42-43 for complete prices.)


Days 1-2 U.S./Fly Overnight to Oslo, NorwayDay 3 Oslo/Longyearbyen/EmbarkDays 4-16 Exploring Svalbard, Greenland & IcelandDay 17 Reykjavík/Disembark/U.S.

A walrus flicks his huge tusks.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/SVALBARD

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Book now and receive compli-mentary charter airfare (one-way Oslo/Lonyearbyen). Plus, we will cover your bar tab and tips to the crew. Call for details.

“Greenland is one of the few places on Earth where you can go to see rock from the early days of the planet, more than four billion years old. The jagged mountains of Svalbard are ancient as well. Then contrast

them to Iceland, where new land is being created with active volcanoes. And the geology

is made all the more spectacular, raw and sharp-edged by the relentless erosion of the glaciers. It is as close as you will ever get to being on another planet.”

—Michael Wysession, Professor and Author

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11 DAYS/9 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 JUN. 28; JUL. 7, 16, 25Aboard National Geographic ExplorerPRICES FROM: $10,270 to $21,350 (See pages 42-43 for complete prices.)


Days 1-2 U.S./Fly Overnight to Reykjavík, Iceland/EmbarkDay 3 Flatey Island/LátrabjargDay 4 Exploring Northwestern IcelandDay 5 ÍsafjördurDay 6 Siglufjördur and AkureyriDay 7 Lake Mývatn and HúsavíkDay 8 Exploring Northeast IcelandDay 9 DjúpivogurDay 10 Islands of Surtsey & Heimaey, Westman IslandsDay 11 Reykjavík/Disembark/U.S.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/ICELAND

A CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF ICELAND“The thing that is so impressive about Iceland is that you travel 15 minutes and the whole environment changes…it goes from being dry to incredibly green to very rocky.”

—Guest feedback

Take a boat ride through the blue ice of the Jökulsárlón ice lagoon.

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16 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | DATE: 2018 AUG. 6 Aboard National Geographic ExplorerPRICES FROM: $13,990 TO $27,000 (See pages 42-43 for complete prices.)


Days 1-2 U.S./Keflavík, Iceland/ReykjavíkDay 3 Reykjavík/Kangerlussuaq, Greenland/EmbarkDay 4 Greenland’s West Coast & SisimiutDay 5 At Sea in Baffin BayDays 6-10 Exploring the Canadian High ArcticDay 11 At Sea in Baffin BayDay 12 Disko Bay & IlulissatDay 13 Exploring West GreenlandDays 14-16 Kangerlussuaq/Disembark/Reykjavik/Keflavik/U.S.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/HIGHARCTIC

EXPLORING GREENLAND AND THE CANADIAN HIGH ARCTIC

Woman with umbrella traverses the Sermermiut Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

“The animals in the Arctic…come north in staggering numbers, travel hundreds even thousands of miles to be here during those few weeks when life swirls in the water and on the tundra and in the balmy air…you can feel the land filling up, feel something physical rising in it under the influence of the light, an embrace or exaltation.”

—Barry Lopez, Arctic Dreams Guests explore the ice via kayak, Baffin Bay.

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EPIC 80ºN: EXPLORING GREENLAND, BAFFIN & ELLESMERE ISLANDS24 DAYS/22 NIGHTS | DATE: 2018 AUG. 17Aboard National Geographic ExplorerPRICES FROM: $25,990 TO $49,640 (See pages 42-43 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCEDay 1 U.S./Keflavík, IcelandDay 2 Keflavík/ReykjavíkDay 3 Reykjavík/Kangerlussuaq, Greenland/EmbarkDay 4 Greenland’s West Coast & SisimuitDays 5-11 Exploring the Canadian High ArcticDays 12-13 Ellesmere IslandDays 14-15 Farther North (as far north as ice conditions permit)Days 16-19 Exploring Northwest GreenlandDay 20 QilakitsoqDay 21 Disko Bay & IlulissatDay 22 Greenland’s West CoastDay 23 Kangerlussuaq/Disembark/Reykjavík, IcelandDay 24 Reykjavík/Keflavík/U.S.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/ELLESMERE

“There’s something extraordinary about arriving at a place you’ve only ever dreamed of. When a map becomes the land—right in front of you—and it’s more beautiful than you imagined, that map will never be the same. Ellesmere was nothing more than an idea to me for many years, a shadow squished to the top of the atlas. Setting foot amidst its glaciers and mountains soaked in summer light is among my most cherished Arctic experiences.”

—Jennifer Kingsley, Field Correspondent

Iceberg arch, Uummannaq, Greenland.

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HOT SPRINGS AND ICEBERGS: ICELAND TO WEST GREENLAND 9 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 SEP. 5, 9Aboard National Geographic ExplorerPRICES FROM: $6,990 TO $13,950 (See pages 42-43 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCEDays 1-2 U.S./Fly overnight to Keflavík, Iceland/ReykjavíkDay 3 Reykjavík Day 4 Reykjavík/Kangerlussuaq, Greenland/Embark Day 5 Greenland’s West Coast & Sisimiut Day 6 Disko Bay & Ilulissat Day 7 Exploring Greenland’s West CoastDay 8 Kangerlussuaq/Disembark/ReykjavíkDay 9 Reykjavík/Keflavík/U.S.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/HOTICE

“Greenland is the perfect country to visit because in many ways it is still undiscovered. It has a fantastic story to tell in ice, nature and our environment.”

—Aleqa Hammond, Former Prime Minister of Greenland, Ataneq Fjord,

Greenland Aug. 28, 2017 —National Geographic Explorer

Northern Lights, Iceland.

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TROPICAL AMERICA: JUNGLE TO ENCHANTED ISLES


Craving the antidote to a conventional summer holiday? Consider strange and wonderful Galápagos with its otherworldly landscapes, unbelievable animal encounters and amazing undersea. Plus, add Machu Picchu to make your time in the region further extraordinary. Perhaps an idyll aboard the Delfin II, the finest Amazon River ship, suits your seasonal mood. Or exploring the reefs and ruins of Belize and Tikal aboard the brand new National Geographic Quest will be your best bet—for a most memorable voyage, or your memoir.

DISCOVER THE INCA, ISLES, REEFS, RUINS & THE ANDES ▶

TROPICAL AMERICA: JUNGLE TO ENCHANTED ISLES

Clockwise from top left: Juvenile sea lion, Galápagos; spotting wildlife from a skiff in the late afternoon, Amazon; common squirrel monkey, Amazon.

GALÁPAGOS10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS | DATES: WEEKLY DEPARTURES 2018 & 2019Every Friday aboard National Geographic Endeavour ll and every Saturday aboard National Geographic Islander PRICES FROM: $6,960 to $15,400 (See pages 46-47 for complete prices.)


Day 1 U.S./Guayaquil, EcuadorDay 2 Guayaquil/Galápagos/EmbarkDay 3-8 Exploring the Galápagos Islands*Day 9 Galápagos/Disembark/GuayaquilDay 10 Guayaquil/U.S.

*Itineraries vary subject to the Galápagos National Park regulations. Each itinerary will include Isla Santa Cruz, Isla San Cristóbal, and a selection of these and other visitor sites: Isla Bartolomé, Isla Santiago, Isla Isabela, Isla Floreana, Isla Fernandina, and Isla Española.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/GALA

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Blue-footed booby.

SPECIAL OFFERS:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 on select departures for free round-trip economy group airfare from Miami to Galápagos; ask about other U.S. gateways. Upgrade to business class to Guayaquil for $500 on select dates (space available).

Combine your Galápagos expedition with an Upper Amazon voyage and SAVE 10%

Early Booking Savings: Book by Mar. 31, 2018 to guarantee 2018 prices for 2019 departures.

GALÁPAGOS + MACHU PICCHU & PERU’S LAND OF THE INCA16 DAYS/15 NIGHTS | DATES: YEAR-ROUND, WEEKLY DEPARTURES 2018 & 2019, FOLLOWING GALÁPAGOSAboard National Geographic Endeavour ll and National Geographic Islander + land excursionPRICES FROM: $12,650 to $21,960 (See pages 46-47 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCEDay 1 U.S./Guayaquil, EcuadorDay 2 Guayaquil/Galápagos/EmbarkDay 3-8 Exploring the Galápagos IslandsDay 9 Galápagos/Disembark/ Guayaquil/Lima, PeruDay 10 Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley of the IncaDay 11 Sacred Valley of the IncaDay 12 Sacred Valley/Machu PicchuDay 13 Machu Picchu/CuscoDay 14 CuscoDay 15 Cusco/LimaDay 16 Lima/U.S.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/PERU

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“ It’s a living history, a living culture. There are still millions of people who speak Quechua as a first language in the Andes today. People still practicing their traditional beliefs, their traditional lifestyles, their social organization. It’s all very much present as a living way of life. It’s not just stones and ruins. It’s culture.” —Peter Frost, National Geographic Expert

Inca stonework, Machu Picchu.

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Book by Mar. 31, 2018 on select dates for free round-trip economy group air-fare from Miami to Galápagos/Lima to Cusco (up to $2,100 value); ask about other U.S. gateways. Upgrade to business class to Guayaquil for $500 on select dates (space available). Visit our website or call for details. New bookings only. Subject to availability.

Early Booking Savings: Book by Mar. 31, 2018 to guarantee 2018 prices for 2019 departures.

UPPER AMAZON10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAR. 24, 31; JUN. 30; AUG. 25; SEP. 1; OCT. 13, 20, 27; NOV. 3; DEC. 8, 15, 292019 JAN. 5, 12, 19, 26; FEB. 2, 16, 23: MAR. 2, 9, 16; APR. 27; MAY 4, 11, 18; JUN. 8, 15, 22; AUG. 10, 17, 24; OCT. 26; NOV. 2, 9, 30; DEC. 7, 14Aboard Delfin llPRICES FROM: $6,990 to $8,690 (See page 53 for complete prices.)


Day 1 U.S./Lima, PeruDay 2 Lima/Iquitos/Nauta/EmbarkDay 3-8 Exploring the Pacaya-Samiria ReserveDay 9 Nauta/Disembark/Iquitos/LimaDay 10 Lima/U.S. » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/AMAZON

SPECIAL OFFER:

Save 10% when you combine Upper Amazon with Galápagos, Land of the Inca or both programs. Subject to availability.

Squirrel monkey. Guided skiff excursion.

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“ The jungle at the headwaters of the Amazon lives and breathes. It is the sound of macaws and toucans flitting through the canopy; the shaking of a huge ficus tree’s branches as monkeys soar through its open spaces. It is a place that you have to live to believe.”

—Carlos Romero, Expedition Leader

9 DAYS/8 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 FEB. 8, 13, 18, 23, 28; MAR. 10 Aboard National Geographic QuestPRICES FROM: $5,490 TO $8,840 (See pages 50-51 for complete prices.)


Day 1 U.S./Belize City, Belize/EmbarkDay 2 Laughing Bird Caye National Park or Sapodilla Cayes Marine ReserveDay 3 Quiriguá & Rio Dulce, GuatemalaDay 4 Glover’s Reef/South Water Caye Marine ReserveDay 5 Lighthouse Reef & Half Moon Caye Natural MonumentDay 6 Belize City/Disembark/Flores, Guatemala/TikalDay 7 Tikal, GuatemalaDay 8 Yaxhá & TopoxtéDay 9 Florés/Guatemala City/U.S.

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/BELIZE

BELIZE TO TIKAL: REEFS, RIVERS & RUINS OF THE MAYA WORLD

Hawksbill Turtle.

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“ The fact that you get to do BOTH land and sea in this geography on one expedition is fantastic. To explore the coastal habitats, the undersea, and experience the mystic ruins is incredibly varied and interesting.”

—David Vargas, Lindblad Staff Photographer

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BAJA— DESERT ISLES &A LIVING SEA


This is the season to visit Baja California. Walk miles of pristine beach on Pacific shores. Witness gentle grey whale mothers nursing their calves. Paddle a kayak along sculpted volcanic cliffs, or experience childlike wonder as a playful California sea lion “teaches” you to snorkel. Walk among towering cactus where spiny iguanas munch on blossoms. Witness gorgeous sunrises and sunsets daily; and see the Milky Way clearly stretched across a star-filled night sky, from the ship’s deck or a beach BBQ. And revel in the many daily photo ops, too.

WHALES, WONDERS & WILD ISLES AHEAD ▶

BAJA— DESERT ISLES &A LIVING SEA

Clockwise from left: Baja offers plenty of photo opportunities; National Geographic Sea Lion at sunset; discover a variety of seabirds and wildlife.

BAJA CALIFORNIA AND THE SEA OF CORTEZ: AMONG THE GREAT WHALES9 DAYS/8 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 JAN. 13*, 19, 27*; FEB. 2, 10*, 16, 24*; MAR. 2, 10* (Sea Bird)JAN. 26, FEB. 3*, 9, 17*, 23 (Sea Lion)*These voyages travel in reverse.Aboard National Geographic Sea Bird and National Geographic Sea LionPRICES FROM: $6,590 TO $11,390 (See pages 48-49 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Depart U.S./San Jose del Cabo/La PazDay 2 La Paz/San Carlos/EmbarkDay 3-5 Bahia MagdalenaDay 6 Los Cabos and Gorda BanksDay 7 Los Islotes and Isla Espiritu SantoDay 8 Exploring the Sea of CortezDay 9 La Paz/Disembark/San Jose del Cabo

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/BAJAWHALES

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“‘Many of the grays of Baja’ Frohoff told me, ‘treat their days of birthing and nursing there as a kind of protracted

coming-out party. It’s extraordinary’ she said. ‘At precisely the time when you’d expect them to be the most defensive, they’re incredibly social. They’ll come right up to boats, let people touch their faces,

give them massages, rub their mouths and tongues.’” —Toni Frohoff, Whale Behaviorist, from “Watching Whales

Watching Us,” New York Times Magazine, by Charles Siebert

Guests snorkeling with a curious young California sea lion.

Guests observe a gray whale from an expedition landing craft.

BY EXCLUSIVE ARRANGEMENT:

BE OUR GUEST IN LA PAZComplimentary full day and night at the lovely Costa Baja Resort & Spa located on the shore of the Sea of Cortez.

WHALES & WILDNESS: SPRING IN THE SEA OF CORTEZ8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAR. 31 , APR 7, 14 (Sea Bird)APR 2 , 9 (Sea Lion)

Photo ExpeditionAboard National Geographic Sea Bird and National Geographic Sea LionPRICES FROM: $6,190 to $10,790 (See pages 48-49 for complete prices.)


Day 1 U.S./Los Cabos, Mexico/La Paz/EmbarkDay 2-7 Exploring the Sea of Cortez: Islas San Esteban & San Pedro Mártir, Isla San Marcos, Isla San Jose, Isla Santa Catalina, Los Islotes & Isla Espíritu SantoDay 8 Disembark/La Paz, Mexico/Los Cabos

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/BAJA

“For us, there is no place we’d rather be in April than the Sea of Cortez, it’s a coveted assignment. We love being up on the bow, searching for marine mammals against the stunning backdrop of the Baja Peninsula–and this is just before breakfast!”

—Rikki & Jack Swenson, naturalists

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Common dolphin pod leaping at sunset.

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GO DEEP INTO THE WILDS OF THE NORTHWEST


Waiting in North America’s upper western reaches are myriad possibilities—to encounter a wealth of wildlife, to delve into storied pasts, to explore geologic marvels, and to benefit from the tonic of wildness. Focus on Southeast Alaska for the iconic thrills of brown bears, bald eagles, calving glaciers and fascinating First Nation communities. Search for killer whales along British Columbia’s coastline and around the San Juan Islands. Or sail in the wake of Lewis & Clark as you traverse the Columbia & Snake Rivers, seeing time etched in the region’s rugged geology. MAKE BIG DEPOSITS IN YOUR MEMORY BANK ▶

GO DEEP INTO THE WILDS OF THE NORTHWEST

Clockwise from top left: Breaching humpback whale in Peril Strait in Southeast Alaska; explore Haines by bike; Klukwan group song and dance.

EXPLORING ALASKA’S COASTAL WILDERNESS8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAY 20*, 27; JUN. 3*, 10, 17*, 24; JUL. 1*, 8, 15*, 22, 29*; AUG. 5, 12*, 19 (Sea Lion)MAY 13*, 20, 27*; JUN. 3, 10*, 17, 24*; JUL. 1, 8*, 15, 22*,29; AUG. 5*, 12, 19*, 26 (Quest)*These voyages travel in reverse.Aboard National Geographic Sea Lion and National Geographic QuestPRICES FROM: $5,990 to $10,600 (See page 48-51 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Seattle/Juneau, Alaska/EmbarkDay 2 Tracy Arm-Fords Terror WildernessDay 3 PetersburgDay 4 Frederick Sound and Chatham StraitDay 5 Icy Strait and the Inian IslandsDay 6 Glacier Bay National ParkDay 7 Southeast Alaska’s Islands, Bays and FjordsDay 8 Sitka/Disembark/Seattle

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/ALASKA

“Watching humpback whales is a life-changing experience. Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has contributed to the knowledge base of this unique community of these findings with travelers in the depths of the Alaskan wilderness.”

—Dr. Fred Sharpe, Principal Investigator, Alaska Whale Foundation

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Bald eagle.

Breaching humpback whale.

SPECIAL OFFER:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive free round-trip air between Seattle and Alaska on select May 2018 departures. New bookings only subject to availability.

DENALI NATIONAL PARK FROM THE NORTH FACE LODGE7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS | PRE- OR POST-VOYAGE EXTENSIONPRICES FROM: $6,190 Double; $8,590 Single Occupancy

Begin and end your days at the idyllic North Face Lodge, located 89 miles into the heart of the Park. With unparalleled access to prime hiking and wildlife viewing, the lodge is a quiet retreat, accessible only to guests and staff. Dine on delicIous, locally sourced cuisine, and enjoy nightly presentations that tell the story of Denali’s natural and cultural history. Explore via private vehicles, or if you prefer a more personal exploration, you can hike a trail near the lodge, canoe on Wonder Lake, bike, or even spend an afternoon fishing.

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Canoe on Wonder Lake in Denali National Park.

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A REMARKABLE JOURNEY TO ALASKA, BRITISH COLUMBIA & HAIDA GWAII15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAY 5 ; AUG. 27 * (Sea Bird)MAY 6; AUG. 26* (Sea Lion)*These voyages travel in reverse.

Photo ExpeditionAboard National Geographic Sea Bird and National Geographic Sea LionPRICES FROM: $10,900 to $19,860 (See page 48-49 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Seattle, Washington/EmbarkDay 2 Gulf Islands, British ColumbiaDay 3 Johnstone Strait and Alert Bay, British ColumbiaDay 4-5 Inside Passage of British ColumbiaDay 6-8 Haida GwaiiDay 9 Misty Fiords, AlaskaDay 10 Frederick Sound and PetersburgDay 11 Tracy Arm-Fords Terror WildernessDay 12 Glacier Bay National ParkDay 13 Icy Strait and the Inian IslandsDay 14 Southeast Alaska’s Islands, Bays and FjordsDay 15 Sitka/Disembark/Home

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/REMARKABLE

“We feel so privileged to be able to offer our guests the opportunity to visit Haida Gwaii, and interact with this community of first generation people, and to experience their art and hand-craft, among the most extraordinary in the world, first hand from the artists themselves. ”

—Stacy Sindlinger, Director of Artisan Development, Lindblad Expeditions

Coast Mountains on Haida Gwaii.

SPECIAL OFFER:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive free one-way air (Sitka/Seattle) on select departures. New bookings only. Subject to availability.

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14 DAYS/13 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 APR. 30; SEP. 2* (Quest)*These voyages travel in reverse.Aboard National Geographic QuestPRICES FROM: $9,990 to $15,960 (See pages 50-51 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Seattle/EmbarkDay 2 San Juan Islands, WashingtonDay 3 Victoria, British ColumbiaDay 4 Gulf IslandsDay 5 Alert Bay and Johnstone StraitDay 6-7 Inside Passage of British ColumbiaDay 8 Misty Fiords, AlaskaDay 9 PetersburgDay 10 Tracy Arm-Ford’s Terror WildernessDay 11 Glacier Bay National ParkDay 12 Inian Islands/Icy StraitDay 13 Exploring Baranof or Chichagof IslandDay 14 Sitka/Disembark

TREASURES OF THE INSIDE PASSAGE: ALASKA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA

“The 1,000-mile journey from Seattle to Sitka is perhaps the most captivating in the world. Both naturally and culturally, you see things here that you simply won’t anywhere else. A surprise around every islet. A story in every bay. And the new National Geographic Quest will give guests an entirely new way to experience it.”

—Michelle Graves, Director of Expedition Development, North & Central America

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Brown bear mother and cub.

SPECIAL OFFER:

Book by Mar. 31, 2018 and receive free one-way air (Sitka/Seattle) on the Apr. 30 & Sep. 2, 2018 departures. Subject to availability. New bookings only.

WILD ALASKA ESCAPE6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAY 19, 24*, 29; JUN. 3*, 28; JUL. 3*, 8, 13*; AUG. 7, 12*, 17, 22***These voyages travel in reverse.Aboard National Geographic Sea BirdPRICES FROM: $4,290 TO $7,490 (See pages 48-49 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCEDay 1 Sitka/EmbarkDay 2 Exploring Baranof or Chichagof IslandsDay 3 Lynn CanalDay 4 HainesDay 5 Tracy Arm-Fords Terror WildernessDay 6 Juneau/Disembark

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Hiking in Cascade Creek.

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BIG PICTURE ALASKA11 DAYS/10 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 JUN. 8*, 18; JUL. 18* , 28*These voyages travel in reverse.

Photo ExpeditionAboard National Geographic Sea BirdPRICES FROM: $8,990 to $15,740 (See pages 48-49 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCEDay 1 Ketchikan/EmbarkDay 2 Misty FiordsDay 3 Behm Canal/Clarence StraitDay 4 Thomas Bay/PetersburgDay 5 Tracy Arm-Fords Terror WildernessDay 6 HainesDay 7 Lynn CanalDay 8 Glacier Bay National ParkDay 9 Icy Strait/Inian IslandsDay 10 Exploring Baranof or Chichagof IslandsDay 11 Sitka/Disembark

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/BIGPICTURE

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“From the ice-clad peaks of the Coast Range, calving tidewater glaciers, and abundant wildlife, Southeast Alaska is a top destination for photographers. Spectacular locations like Glacier Bay, Tracy Arm, and the rainforest coast of Tongass National Forest all offer amazing opportunities for observing and capturing bears, whales, and bald eagles—from the ship, Zodiac, or even kayak. Exploring Alaska through your lens is a thrilling experience.”

—Ralph Lee Hopkins, Director of Photo Expeditions

South Sawyer Glacier in Tracy Arm

Guest kayaking in George Island, Southeast Alaska.

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EXPLORING BRITISH COLUMBIA AND THE SAN JUAN ISLANDS 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 SEP. 15, 22*, 29; OCT. 6*, 13, 20**These voyages travels in reverse.Aboard National Geographic Sea BirdPRICES FROM: $4,990 TO $7,790 (See page 48-49 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Seattle/EmbarkDay 2 Exploring the San Juan IslandsDay 3 Friday HarborDay 4 Victoria, British ColumbiaDay 5 Exploring Gulf IslandsDay 6 Johnstone Strait/Alert BayDay 7 Desolation SoundDay 8 Vancouver

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/SANJUANISLANDS

“A hidden gem tucked away in the Pacific Northwest, the Salish Sea is an area long considered a yachters’ paradise. We kayak the waters of remote archipelagos, search for marine mammals and experience the culture of the

Kwakwaka’wakw First Nation’s people first hand.” —Annie Fiske, Expedition Leader

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Killer whale, San Juan Islands.

Kayaking at dusk.

COLUMBIA & SNAKE RIVERS JOURNEY: HARVESTS, HISTORY & LANDSCAPES 7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 APR. 12, 18*; SEP. 17, 23*, 29; OCT. 5*, 11, 17**These voyages travel in reverse.Aboard National Geographic QuestPRICES FROM: $4,890 TO $8,540 (See page 50-51 for complete prices.)


Day 1 Portland, Oregon/Embark Day 2 AstoriaDay 3 Columbia River Gorge and Hood RiverDay 4 The Dalles/Maryhill Museum, OregonDay 5 Exploring the Palouse RiverDay 6 Clarkston, WashingtonDay 7 Clarkston/Disembark

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/COLUMBIASNAKE

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The landscape reflected in the Columbia River.

SPECIAL OFFERS:

Book now and receive a $500 air credit on select 2018 departures.

Book the Apr. 12 or Apr. 18, 2018 departure and enjoy a FREE overnight + half-day city tour in Portland.

Solo travelers on the Apr. 12, 2018 departure voyage may waive the solo premium on solo cabins. Call for details.

“To travel the lower reaches of the mighty Columbia and Snake Rivers takes us through some of the most extreme ecosystems found in the Pacific Northwest. From the moist, coastal temperate rain forest on the coasts of Washington and Oregon, to the dry, rolling hills and canyons of the interior. It is all intertwined; the geology, the natural and cultural histories. They are what make this area unique, and we will help you understand it all.”

—Cindy Manning, Expedition Leader

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EUROPE AND THE MEDITERRANEAN BOARD A SHIP THAT RIVALS ITS DESTINATION From the soulful Sea Cloud to the stately Lord of the Glens

9 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 JUN. 10, 17*; JUL. 22, 29*; AUG. 5, 12*, 19, 26*2019 JUN. 1*, 8; JUL. 20, 27*; AUG. 3, 10*, 17, 24**These voyages travel in reverse.Aboard Lord of the GlensPRICES FROM: $7,880 to $13,650 (See page 54 for complete prices.)


Day 1-2 U.S./Inverness, Scotland/EmbarkDay 3 Culloden/Clava Cairns/Loch NessDay 4 Laggan Locks/Banavie/GlenfinnanDay 5 Loch Linnhe/ObanDay 6 Sound of Mull/Iona/Duart Castle/TobermoryDay 7 Tobermory/Isle of Eigg or Isle of Rum (Small Isles)/InverieDay 8 Isle of SkyeDay 9 Kyle of Lochalsh/Inverness/Disembark/U.S.

“There is something about summer in the Highlands & Islands of Scotland that is addictive. Clarity of air enchants, green islands and mountain fastnesses beckon in watery sunshine, white-tailed eagles spiral above romantic castles. From the megalith builders of prehistory to the present-day founders of the Iona Community, this has been a ‘thin place’, where the boundary between the mundane and the transcendent has seemed accessible. And the whisky is incomparable!”

—David Barnes, Expedition Leader

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/SCOTLAND

SCOTLAND’S HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS

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SPECIAL OFFER:

Travel aboard Lord of the Glens on any 2018 or 2019 departure and we will cover your bar tab and all tips for the crew.

Highland cattle at Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull. Watching Lord of the Glens transit the Caledonian Canal’s locks is a unique experience.

SAILING THE GREEK ISLES9 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 JUN. 17; SEP. 72019 SEP. 9, 16Note: To take advantage of optimum sailing opportunities, the order and choice of some smaller islands may change during the course of this expedition.Aboard Sea CloudPRICES FROM: $9,490 TO $18,620 (See page 52 for complete prices.)


Day 1-2 U.S./Athens, Greece/ Piraeus/EmbarkDay 3 At SeaDay 4 TínosDay 5 Delos/ExploringDay 6 AmorgósDay 7 SantoríniDay 8 Sífnos/At SeaDay 9 Piraeus/Disembark/Athens/U.S.

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“The authentic villages are such an amazing mix of architectural details framed by flower pots, hanging vines, store windows, and even the numerous cats that

seem to be napping everywhere. Narrow, curved walkways entice

me to explore what is just around the corners, or follow an alley to see where it leads.”

—Doug Gould, Expedition Leader

Sea Cloud under sail.

SPECIAL OFFER:

Travel aboard Sea Cloud on any 2018 or 2019 departure and we will cover your bar tab and all tips for the crew.

Sea Cloud under sail.

UNDER SAIL: GREECE TO THE DALMATIAN COAST12 DAYS/10 NIGHTS | DATES: 2018 MAY 28; JUN. 7*; AUG. 21*; SEP. 142019 MAY 31; AUG. 20, 30**These departures travel in reverse.Aboard Sea CloudPRICES FROM: $12,690 to $24,720 (See page 52 for complete prices.)


Days 1-2 U.S./Athens, Greece/Piraeus/EmbarkDay 3 At Sea Under SailDay 4 OlympiaDay 5 Ithaca/SailingDay 6 Sarandë and Butrint, AlbaniaDay 7 KrujëDay 8 Perast and Kotor, MontenegroDay 9 Dubrovnik, CroatiaDay 10 Sailing/KorčulaDay 11 Hvar/SailingDay 12 Dubrovnik/Disembark/U.S.

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“Sea Cloud under sail is a unique feeling you can’t get anywhere else. I guarantee the voyage will be one of the high points in your life’s memory bank.”

—Gil Grosvenor, Chairman Emeritus of the Board of Governors of National Geographic

Experience local culture. Discover ancient sculptures.

Old town Dubrovnik, Croatia.

SPECIAL OFFER:

Travel aboard Sea Cloud on any 2018 or 2019 departure and we will cover your bar tab and all tips for the crew.

CAPACITY: 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. REGISTRY: Bahamas. OVERALL LENGTH: 367 feet.

National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship, and the flagship of the Lindblad fleet. It is a fully stabilized, ice-class vessel, with an ice-reinforced hull, enabling it to navigate polar pas-sages while providing exceptional comfort. It carries kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac landing craft. An undersea specialist operates a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and sophisticated video equipment, extending access to the underwater world.

PUBLIC AREAS: Bistro bar; chart room; restaurant; global gallery; library, lounge with full service bar and state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations; mudroom with lockers for expedition gear, and observation lounge. Our “open bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our officers and captain and learn about navigation.

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair.

CABINS: All cabins face outside with windows or portholes, private facilities and climate controls. Some cabins have balconies. Equipped with Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections and USB ports for mobile devices.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, splashcam, underwater video camera, aerial remote controlled camera and video microscope.

SPECIAL FEATURES: A full-time doctor, undersea specialist, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor and video chronicler, internet café and laundry.

WELLNESS: The vessel is staffed by a wellness special-ist and features a glass-enclosed fitness center, outdoor stretching area, a LEXspa treatment room and sauna.

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 SOLO: Main Deck with window #309-312, 329-334

CATEGORY B SOLO: Upper and Veranda Decks with window #105-106, 203, 208

CATEGORY 3 TRIPLE: Main Deck with window #341, 343

Shared accommodations: Available in Categories 1 and 2.

Note: Cabins #209, 211, 214, 216-218, 220, 222, 224, 226, 228, 303-306—These cabins have one queen-sized bed. All other double cabins have two lower single beds; some can convert to a queen-sized bed. Note: Sole occupancy cabins available in Categories A and B. Third person rates are available in the designated triple occupancy cabins at one-half the double occupancy rate. Cabins #341, 343, 101, 102, 215, 219, and 230 can accommodate a third person.

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Prices are per person, double occupancy unless indicated as solo.

ITINERARY YEAR CAT. 1 CAT. 2 CAT. 3 CAT. 4 CAT. 5 CAT. 6 CAT. 7 CAT. A SOLO

CAT. B SOLO

ADVANCE PAYMENT NOTE

Land of the Ice Bears – Page 12 2018 $10,430 $11,150 $11,630 $12,320 $15,620 $17,100 $19,520 $13,950 $14,540 $1,500Includes two hotel nights. Sample Airfares: round-trip Newark/Oslo. Economy from: $1,180; Business from $3,960. Charter Airfare: $760 (roundtrip Oslo/Longyearbyen).

Svalbard, Iceland & Greenland’sEast Coast – Page 13

2018 $15,650 $16,560 $17,310 $18,590 $21,470 $24,990 $28,750 $20,690 $21,640 $2,500Includes one hotel night. Sample Airfares: Newark/Oslo, Reykjavík/New York. $900; Business from $2,800; Charter Airfare: $380 (Oslo/Longyearbyen).

Circumnavigation of Iceland – Page 14

2018 $10,270 $11,890 $12,360 $14,130 $15,410 $18,420 $21,350 $14,860 $15,450 $1,500 Sample Airfare: round-trip New York/Reykjavík: Economy from $600; Business from $2,000.

Exploring Greenland and the Canadian High Arctic – Page 15

2018 $13,990 $14,990 $15,600 $16,750 $20,200 $23,290 $27,000 $18,740 $19,500 $1,500Includes three hotel nights Reykjavik. Sample Airfares: round-trip New York/Reykjavík: Economy from $600; Business from $2,300; Round trip charter airfare: $1,520 (Keflavík/Kangerlussuaq).

Epic 80°N: Greenland, Baffin & Ellesmere Islands – Page 16

2018 $25,990 $27,990 $28,970 $30,990 $37,470 $42,710 $49,640 $34,990 $36,210 $3,000Includes two hotel nights Reykjavík. Sample Airfares: round trip Newark/Keflavík: Economy from $600; Business from $2,300; Round trip charter airfare: $1,520 (Reykjavík/Kangerlussuaq).

Hot Springs and Icebergs: Iceland to West Greenland – Page 17

2018 $6,990 $7,590 $7,870 $8,540 $10,090 $12,110 $13,950 $9,490 $9,840 $750Includes three hotel nights Reykjavík. Sample Airfares: round trip Newark/Keflavík: Economy from $600; Business from $2,300; Round trip charter airfare: $1,520 (Reykjavík/Kangerlussuaq).


From left to right: Upper Deck cabin with balcony; dining is an interesting and varied experience: completely casual with no assigned seating for easy mingling; Wellness spa with sauna; guests are welcome at the Bridge.

CAPACITY: 102 guests in 53 outside cabins. REGISTRY: Bahamas. OVERALL LENGTH: 338 feet.

The state-of-the-art National Geographic Orion is a fully stabilized, ice-class vessel with a reinforced hull. She is spacious and modern, with a variety of public rooms that offer panoramic views of the passing landscape. Friendly and informal, Orion fosters a welcoming atmosphere where like-minded guests share in exceptional experiences and enrichment.

PUBLIC AREAS: Outdoor café, lounge with bar, restaurant, sundeck, reception desk, observation lounge and library, global gallery, marina platform, and mudroom. Our “open bridge” allows guests to meet our captain and officers and learn about navigation.

MEALS: All meals are served in a single seating with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. The cuisine is international with local flair, featuring tastes of the regions we explore.

CABINS: All cabins feature ocean views, private facilities, climate controls, internet access for your own laptop, and a flat-screen TV with DVD/CD player. Some cabins have French balconies. Equipped with Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections and USB ports for mobile devices. Single cabins in Category 1 and Category 3 include #301, 322, 323, and 512.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Zodiac landing craft, a fleet of 24 double kayaks, stand-up paddle-boards, crow’s nest camera, hydrophone, underwater video cameras, video microscope, and a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). Plus, there is snorkeling gear for all guests, scuba gear for 24 guests, glass-bottom Zodiac, and splash-cam.

SPECIAL FEATURES: Laundry, a full-time doctor, National Geographic photographer and Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor, two dive masters, an undersea specialist and video chronicler.

WELLNESS: A wellness specialist, fitness center, LEXspa treatment room and sauna are on board.

CATEGORY 1: Main Deck with oval window #316, 318, 319-321

CATEGORY 2: Main Deck with oval window #302-312, 314, 315, 317

CATEGORY 3: Upper Deck—Suite with window #401-412, 414-419

CATEGORY 4: Bridge Deck—Deluxe suite with window #511, 515

CATEGORY 5: Bridge Deck—Suite with French balcony #501, 503-506, 508

CATEGORY 6: Bridge Deck—Owner’s suite with French balcony #502, 507, 509*, 510 *Cabin 509 has two windows in lieu of a French balcony.

CATEGORY 1 SOLO: Main Deck with oval window or two portholes #301, 322, 323

CATEGORY 3 SOLO: Bridge Deck—Suite with two windows #512

Note: Sole occupancy cabins available in Categories 1 and 3. Shared accommodations available in Categories 1 and 2; third person rates available at one-half the double occupancy rate in designated triple occupancy cabins.

†Scuba divers must be certified by an internationally recognized dive association prior to the voyage, and certification cards and logbooks must be shown on board. Divers must have logged 25 dives in total and made a dive within the 12 months preceding the voyage. If you have not made an open water dive within the past year, please contact us about a dive refresher course in Tahiti prior to your voyage.

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ITINERARY YEAR CAT. 1 CAT. 2 CAT. 3 CAT. 4 CAT. 5 CAT. 6 CAT. A SOLO

CAT. B SOLO


French Polynesia: Beyond the Postcard – Page 5

2018 $7,690 $9,380 $10,990 $11,990 $14,520 $16,840 $11,540 $16,490 $1,000Sample airfares: 2018: Round-trip Los Angeles/Papeete: Economy from $1,500; Business from $4,300; Internal airfare for 2018 is $290 (Rangiroa-Papeete), subject to change. Call for 2019 pricing.

Isles, Atolls, and Pristine Corals: Southern Line Islands – Page 6

2018 $7,690 $9,380 $10,990 $11,990 $14,520 $16,840 $11,540 $16,490 $1,000Sample airfares: Round-trip Los Angeles/Papeete: Economy from $1,500; Business from $4,300; Internal airfare from $290 (Papeete-Rangiroa), subject to change.

Epic Polynesia: Cook Islands to Fiji – Page 7

2018 $15,680 $18,670 $21,990 $23,990 $28,940 $33,440 $23,520 $32,990 $2,500 Sample airfares: Round-trip Los Angeles/Papeete, Nadi/Los Angeles: Economy from $1,300; Business from $5,500.

Azure Seas from Tahiti to the Marquesas – Page 8

2018 $15,680 $18,670 $21,990 $23,990 $28,940 $33,440 $23,520 $32,990 $2,500 Sample airfares: 2018: Round-trip Los Angeles/Papeete: Economy from $1,500; Business from $4,300. Call for 2019 pricing.

Easter Island to Tahiti: Tales of the Pacific – Page 9

2018 $17,990 $21,350 $25,370 $27,490 $32,820 $37,970 $26,990 $37,990 $2,500

Includes two hotel nights accommodations on Easter Island. Immigration fees are not included. Sample Airfares: 2018: Los Angeles/Santiago, Chile, Papeete/Los Angeles: Economy from $1,600, Business from $3,700; Santiago/Easter Island from $950, subject to change. Call for 2019 pricing.

All cabins face outside with ocean views, private facilities and climate controls. Some cabins have French balconies. Decorated in rich jewel tones, with deluxe bedding, all cabins feature flat screen TVs with movie programming, as well as ethernet and Wi-Fi connections and USB ports for mobile devices. From left to right: Observation lounge and library; Dining room; category 5 cabin; category 3 cabin.


ITINERARY YEAR CAT. 1 CAT. 2 CAT. 3 CAT. 4 CAT. 5 CAT. 6 CAT. A SOLO

CAT. B SOLO


French Polynesia: Beyond the Postcard – Page 5

2018 $7,690 $9,380 $10,990 $11,990 $14,520 $16,840 $11,540 $16,490 $1,000Sample airfares: 2018: Round-trip Los Angeles/Papeete: Economy from $1,500; Business from $4,300; Internal airfare for 2018 is $290 (Rangiroa-Papeete), subject to change. Call for 2019 pricing.

Isles, Atolls, and Pristine Corals: Southern Line Islands – Page 6

2018 $7,690 $9,380 $10,990 $11,990 $14,520 $16,840 $11,540 $16,490 $1,000Sample airfares: Round-trip Los Angeles/Papeete: Economy from $1,500; Business from $4,300; Internal airfare from $290 (Papeete-Rangiroa), subject to change.

Epic Polynesia: Cook Islands to Fiji – Page 7

2018 $15,680 $18,670 $21,990 $23,990 $28,940 $33,440 $23,520 $32,990 $2,500 Sample airfares: Round-trip Los Angeles/Papeete, Nadi/Los Angeles: Economy from $1,300; Business from $5,500.

Azure Seas from Tahiti to the Marquesas – Page 8

2018 $15,680 $18,670 $21,990 $23,990 $28,940 $33,440 $23,520 $32,990 $2,500 Sample airfares: 2018: Round-trip Los Angeles/Papeete: Economy from $1,500; Business from $4,300. Call for 2019 pricing.

Easter Island to Tahiti: Tales of the Pacific – Page 9

2018 $17,990 $21,350 $25,370 $27,490 $32,820 $37,970 $26,990 $37,990 $2,500

Includes two hotel nights accommodations on Easter Island. Immigration fees are not included. Sample Airfares: 2018: Los Angeles/Santiago, Chile, Papeete/Los Angeles: Economy from $1,600, Business from $3,700; Santiago/Easter Island from $950, subject to change. Call for 2019 pricing.


CAPACITY: 96 guests in 52 outside cabins. REGISTRY: Ecuador.

OVERALL LENGTH: 236 feet.

PUBLIC AREAS: New forward lounge and bar accommodating all guests for presentations and gatherings, restaurant, large library with Mac kiosks, open-air observation deck, underwater gear area and dual Zodiac boarding platform, and open bridge, where guests can meet the captain and officers and learn about navigation.

MEALS: Served in a single, unassigned seating in a sociable, informal atmosphere with Ecuadorian flair.

CABINS: All face outside with large windows, and feature twin beds that convert to a queen. With private facilities and climate control, nightstands, desk, and storage. Seven sets of cabins with a connecting door.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Zodiacs, a glass-bottom boat, kayaks and paddleboards, snorkel gear and wet suits for both adults and children, video microscope and underwater video camera.

SPECIAL FEATURES: Shipboard doctor, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor, video chronicler, National Geographic Global Explorers family program, snorkel instruction, Wi-Fi access, laundry service, Global Gallery.

WELLNESS: LEXSpa and fitness center, exercise classes, and wellness specialist.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ENDEAVOUR II

46 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348)

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CATEGORY 1: Upper Deck, Forward #201, 202

CATEGORY 2: Upper Deck #211, 213-219, 221, 222, 224-229 CATEGORY 3: Lounge Deck #311, 313-319, 321, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330 CATEGORY 4: Bridge Deck #409, 411-414, 416, 418

SUITE A: Lounge Deck, Mid-Ship #320—with two windows, larger bath, arm chair. Connecting door to #322.SUITE B: Bridge Deck, Mid-Ship #420, 422—with two floor-to-ceiling windows, larger bath, convertible sofa for a third person.SUITE C: Bridge Deck, Mid-Ship #415—with two large windows, larger bath, separate sitting area with convertible sofa for a third person and arm chairs, largest cabin on ship.

CATEGORY 2 SOLO: Upper Deck #203-209—with a queen bed. CATEGORY 3 SOLO: Lounge Deck #325, 327—with a queen bed.NOTE: All cabins feature the option of two twins or a queen bed, plus large window(s), desk, chair, and closet.

CONNECTING CABINS: #226/228, 227/229, 315/317, 316/318, 320/322, 411/413, 416/418

TRIPLE OCCUPANCY: #224, 225, 326, 328 with fold-down third bunk, Suites B and C with convertible sofa bed. Third person rates are one-half per person double occupancy rate.

SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS: Shares can be arranged at the double occupancy rate in Categories 1 and 2.


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Galápagos: Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II – 10 days/9 nights – Page 20

International and internal Ecuador tickets must be issued separately for all Galápagos voyages. Sample International Airfares: round-trip Miami/Guayaquil: Economy from $500; Business from $1,050. Sample Internal Airfares: Guayaquil/Galápagos: Adult from $520; children under 12 from $260. Call for sample Peru airfare.

Departing Fridays throughout the year

2018/2019* $6,960 $8,100 $8,990 $9,970 $11,950 $12,890 $13,660 $10,130 $11,240 $750

Holiday Dec. 21 & 28, 2018Dec. 20 & 27, 2019* $7,780 $8,990 $10,050 $11,150 $13,390 $14,450 $15,400 $11,240 $12,560 $1,000

Galápagos + Machu Picchu & The Land of the Inca – 16 days/15 nights – Page 21


2018/2019* $12,650 $13,790 $14,680 $15,660 $17,640 $18,580 $19,350 $17,200 $18,310 $1,500

Holiday

Dec. 14, 2018 $13,380 $14,520 $15,410 $16,390 $18,370 $19,310 $20,080 $17,930 $19,040 $1,500

Dec. 28, 2018 $13,470 $14,680 $15,740 $16,840 $19,080 $20,140 $21,090 $18,310 $19,630 $1,500

Dec. 20, 2019* $14,200 $15,410 $16,470 $17,570 $19,810 $20,870 $21,820 $19,040 $20,360 $1,500

Galápagos + Upper Amazon – 18 days/17 nights (Please call for details, dates & rates.)

*Early Booking Savings: Book by Mar. 31, 2018 to guarantee 2018 prices for 2019 departures.

CAPACITY: 48 guests in 24 outside cabins. REGISTRY: Ecuador. OVERALL LENGTH: 164 feet.

PUBLIC AREAS: Ship is fully air-conditioned. Covered deck with hammocks, chairs and tables; doctor’s office; fitness center; global market; LEXspa; library; lounge with full-service bar and facilities for films, and presentations; and sky deck. Our Ecuadorian captain welcomes guests to the bridge in accordance with our “open bridge” policy.

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere. Menu is internation-al with Ecuadorian flair.

CABINS: All cabins have a window with an outside view, private facilities and climate controls.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Kayaks, snorkeling gear, underwater video camera, video microscope, wet suits, Zodiac landing craft.

SPECIAL FEATURES: Shipboard doctor, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor, video chronicler, snorkel instruction, Wi-Fi access, laundry service, National Geographic Global Explorers family program, Global Gallery.

WELLNESS: LEXSpa and fitness center, exercise classes, and wellness specialist.

CATEGORY 1: Main Deck # 201-206—Cabins feature a window and two lower single beds which can convert to a queen bed.

CATEGORY 2: Main Deck #207-210; Bridge Deck #301-302—Centrally located cabins feature a window and two lower single beds which can convert to a queen bed. CATEGORY 3: Bridge Deck #303-306—Cabins feature a window and two lower single beds which can convert to a queen bed. Cabins 305 & 306 can accommodate a third person.

CATEGORY 4: Upper Deck #403-408—Spacious cab-ins feature two lower single beds which can convert to a lower queen bed. All cabins feature a window and outside glassed-in terraces with seating. There are large windows in the top half of the terrace doors.

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CATEGORY 5: Upper Deck #401 and 402—These are the largest cabins on board. They feature wrap around windows and two lower single beds which can convert to a queen bed. Both have a desk, chairs, and table. They also feature outside glassed in terraces with seating.

Note: Sole Occupancy cabins are available in Categories 1 and 2 only. Third person rates are available in certain categories at one half the double occupancy rate.

Shared Accommodations: Shares can be arranged at the double occupancy rate in Categories 1 and 2 only.

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Galápagos: Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II – 10 days/9 nights – Page 20

International and internal Ecuador tickets must be issued separately for all Galápagos voyages. Sample International Airfares: round-trip Miami/Guayaquil: Economy from $500; Business from $1,050. Sample Internal Airfares: Guayaquil/Galápagos: Adult from $520; children under 12 from $260. Call for sample Peru airfare.


2018/2019* $6,960 $8,100 $8,990 $9,970 $11,950 $12,890 $13,660 $10,130 $11,240 $750

Holiday Dec. 21 & 28, 2018Dec. 20 & 27, 2019* $7,780 $8,990 $10,050 $11,150 $13,390 $14,450 $15,400 $11,240 $12,560 $1,000



2018/2019* $12,650 $13,790 $14,680 $15,660 $17,640 $18,580 $19,350 $17,200 $18,310 $1,500

Holiday

Dec. 14, 2018 $13,380 $14,520 $15,410 $16,390 $18,370 $19,310 $20,080 $17,930 $19,040 $1,500

Dec. 28, 2018 $13,470 $14,680 $15,740 $16,840 $19,080 $20,140 $21,090 $18,310 $19,630 $1,500

Dec. 20, 2019* $14,200 $15,410 $16,470 $17,570 $19,810 $20,870 $21,820 $19,040 $20,360 $1,500

Galápagos + Upper Amazon – 18 days/17 nights (Please call for details, dates & rates.)

*Early Booking Savings: Book by Mar. 31, 2018 to guarantee 2018 prices for 2019 departures.


ITINERARY CAT. 1 CAT. 2 CAT. 3 CAT. 4 CAT. 5 CAT. 1 SOLO

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Galápagos: Aboard National Geographic Islander – 10 days/9 nights – Page 20

International and internal Ecuador tickets must be issued separately for all Galápagos voyages. Sample International Airfares: round-trip Miami/Guayaquil: Economy from $500; Business from $1,050. Sample Internal Airfares: Guayaquil/Galápagos: Adult from $520 Children (Under 12) from $260. Call for sample Peru airfare.

Departing Saturdays throughout the year

2018/2019* $7,330 $8,290 $9,170 $9,750 $11,860 $10,990 $12,440 $750

Holiday Dec. 22 & 29, 2018Dec. 21 & 28, 2019* $8,390 $9,440 $10,270 $10,900 $13,070 $12,590 $14,160 $1,000


Departing Saturdays throughout the year

2018/2019* $13,020 $13,980 $14,860 $15,440 $17,550 $18,060 $19,510

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Holiday

Dec. 29, 2018 $14,810 $15,860 $16,690 $17,320 $19,490 $20,390 $21,960

Dec. 14, 2019* $13,750 $14,710 $15,590 $16,170 $18,280 $18,790 $20,240

Dec. 28, 2019* $14,080 $15,130 $15,960 $16,590 $18,760 $19,660 $21,230

*Early Booking Savings: Book by Mar. 31, 2018 to guarantee 2018 prices for 2019 departures. After Mar. 31, 2018, call or visit expeditions.com for new 2019 prices.

CATEGORY 1: Main Deck #300-305—Conveniently positioned between the dining room & lounge, these cabins feature two single lower beds, and a large view window.

CATEGORY 2: Bridge Deck #100-104; Upper Deck #200-212, 215—These well-located cabins include two lower single beds & a view window.

CATEGORY 3: Bridge Deck #105, 106; Upper Deck #214, 216, 217, 219—These cabins feature a seating unit with table and two large view windows. Upper Deck cabins include two lower single beds which can convert to a double bed and a pull-out single bed for a third person; Bridge Deck cabins include two lower single beds only.

Note: Sole Occupancy cabins are available in Categories 1 and 2 only. Third person rates are available in certain categories at one half the double occupancy rate.

Shared Accommodations: Shares can be arranged at the double occupancy rate in Categories 1 and 2 only.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA BIRD AND SEA LION

48 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348)

CAPACITY: 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. REGISTRY: United States. OVERALL LENGTH: 152 feet.

PUBLIC AREAS: Our twin sister ships feature a library; global market; lounge with full-service bar and facilities for films, slide shows and presentations; observation deck; partially covered sun deck with chairs and tables, and LEXspa. Our “open bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our officers and captain and learn about navigation.

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Breakfast is a wide selection buffet and lunch is often served family style. Menu emphasizes local fare.

CABINS: All face outside with windows, private facilities and climate controls.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Bow camera, hydro-phone, kayaks, snorkeling gear, Splash-Cam, underwater video camera, video microscope, wet suits in Baja and expedition landing craft.

SPECIAL FEATURES: Guest Internet access. A video chronicler is on board all voyages. A ship’s doctor is on board in Baja. An undersea specialist is on board in Baja and Alaska.

WELLNESS: The vessel is staffed by a wellness specialist and features exercise equipment, LEXspa and outdoor stretching area. LEXspa 106

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Clockwise from top left: Our newly refurbished lounge and dining room; Category 1 cabin; dinner is served in single seatings with unassigned tables for easy mingling; cusine features local and sustainable food; get to know your bartender; twin beds can be pushed together to form a double bed in Category 3 cabins on the Upper Deck; Category 2 cabin freshly redesigned.



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Baja California and the Sea of Cortez: Among The Great Whales – Page 26

2018 $6,590 $7,590 $8,590 $9,890 $11,390 $750 Sample Airfares: Round-trip Los Angeles/Los Cabos/Los Angeles: Economy from $370. Business from $1,098.

Whales & Wildness: Spring in the Sea of Cortez – Page 27 2018 $6,190 $7,190 $7,990 $9,290 $10,790 $750 Sample Airfares: Round-trip Los Angeles/Los Cabos/Los Angeles: Economy from $370. Business from $1,098.

Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness – Page 30 2018 $5,990 $6,890 $7,990 $8,990 $10,340 $750 Sample Airfares: Seattle/Juneau/Sitka/Seattle or vice versa: Economy from $350; Business from $800.

A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii – Page 32

2018 $10,900 $12,450 $14,530 $16,350 $19,860 $1,500 Sample Airfares: Seattle/Sitka: Economy from $220; Business from $620.

Wild Alaska Escape – Page 34 2018 $4,290 $4,990 $5,990 $6,440 $7,490 $750 Sample Airfares: Seattle/Juneau/Sitka/Seattle or vice versa: Economy from $360; Business from $750.

Big Picture Alaska – Page 35 2018 $8,990 $10,490 $11,890 $13,490 $15,740 $1,000 Sample Airfares: Seattle/Ketchikan/Sitka/Seattle or vice versa: Economy from $360; Business from $750.

Exploring British Columbia & the San Juan Islands– Page 36 2018 $4,990 $5,690 $6,190 $6,990 $7,790 $750 We will gladly assist you in making your air arrangements. Please call for airfares from your departure city.

CAPACITY: 100 Guests in 50 cabins. REGISTRY: United States. OVERALL LENGTH: 238 feet.

Sister ships National Geographic Quest and National Geographic Venture (launching 2019) will be the latest additions to our fleet. Designed with over 50 years of expedition heritage and built in the U.S.A., both ships will set a new standard in exploration and comfort.

PUBLIC AREAS: Global gallery; fitness center; LEXspa; lounge with full service bar and facilities for films and presentations; observation deck; mudroom with lockers for expedition gear, and a partially covered sundeck with chairs and tables. Our “open bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our officers and captain and learn about navigation.

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Breakfast and lunch are wide selection buffets with chef action stations, while dinners are primarily served plated. Menu emphasizes local fare.

CABINS: All cabins face outside with windows or portholes, private facilities and climate controls. Category 4 cabins have step-out balconies. Twelve cabins connect via internal doorway access allowing families to combine their rooms if desired.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: A fleet of 8 Zodiacs and 24 kayaks, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, splash-cam, underwater video camera, video microscope, paddleboards, snorkeling gear for all guests (where applicable).

SPECIAL FEATURES: Guest internet access, elevator, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor, a video chronicler and undersea specialist.

WELLNESS: The vessel is staffed by a Wellness Specialist and features a gym with an elliptical machine, tread-mill, exercycles, handweights and resistance bands. Treatments in the LEXspa are available by appointment.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC QUEST & NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC VENTURE

50 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348)

CATEGORY 1: Main Deck #301-306 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and two portholes.

CATEGORY 2: Main Deck #307-315 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and two portholes.

CATEGORY 3: Upper Deck #201-206 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and two large view windows.

CATEGORY 4: Upper Deck #207-229 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk, sliding glass door, and small, private balcony.

CATEGORY 5 (SUITE): Observation Deck #101-108 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, large view windows, an expanded bathroom, writing desk, ample storage space, and a convertible sofa bed to accommodate a third person.

NOTE: Solo Occupancy cabins are available in Categories 1 and 2 only. Third person rates are available in Category 5 cabins at one half the double occupancy rate.

Connecting Cabins via internal doorway access: Main Deck: #312-314, #311-315, #306-308, #305-307 Upper Deck: #224-226, #225-227

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Category 5 cabin is our most spacious; dining is an interesting and varied experience: completely casual with no assigned seating for easy mingling; Category 4 cabin with lower single beds (which can be converted to a Queen) and a private step-out balcony.


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Belize to Tikal: Reefs, Rivers & Ruins of the Maya World – Page 23

2018 $5,490 $5,890 $6,290 $6,990 $7,790 $8,240 $8,840 $750Sample Airfares: Miami/Belize City/Guatemala City/Miami - Economy from$530; Business from $1,380. Charter flight: Flores/Guatemala City - $250.

Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness – Page 30 2018 $6,590 $7,290 $7,790 $8,690 $9,590 $9,990 $10,600 $750Sample Airfares: Seattle/Juneau/Sitka/Seattle or vice versa: Economy from$350; Business from $800.

Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia – Page 33

2018 $9,990 $10,640 $11,190 $11,990 $12,890 $14,990 $15,960 $1,000Sample Airfares: Seattle/Juneau/Sitka/Seattle or vice versa: Economy from$350; Business from $800.

Columbia & Snake Rivers Journey:Harvests, History & Landscapes – Page 37

2018 $4,890 $5,690 $6,650 $7,390 $8,190 $7,340 $8,540 $750We will gladly assist you in making your air arrangements. Please call for airfaresfrom your departure city.

CATEGORY 1 SOLO: #16-17: Upper and lower single beds and a porthole. These cabins once housed the ship’s officers.

CATEGORY 1: #28-29: Cabins have two single beds, a window and showers.

CATEGORY 2: #18-25: Cabins have two single beds, a window and showers.

CATEGORY 3: #32-37: Cabins have two single beds, a window and showers. On request the two beds can be pushed together to make a queen-size bed, with one side against the wall.

CATEGORY 4: #30-31: Cabins have a queen-size bed, a forward-facing window and showers.

ORIGINAL/DELUXE CATEGORY B: Original and deluxe cabins, #5, 6, 9, 10: Located on the Main Deck, these large cabins, originally occupied by guests (and the nannies, #9-10) of the owner, have a mix of bed types, decorative motifs, bathrooms with tub or shower. All have portholes.

ORIGINAL/DELUXE CATEGORY A: Original/deluxe cabins, #3, 4, 7, 8: Located on the Main Deck, these very large cabins, originally occupied by guests of the owner, have a mix of bed types, decorative motifs, bathrooms with bathtubs. All have portholes.

OWNER’S SUITES: Original owner’s suites #1-2: These incomparable suites were occupied by Marjorie Merriweather Post (#1) and E.F. Hutton (#2). They have king-size beds and grand marble bathrooms with bathtubs.

SEA CLOUD

52 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348)

CAPACITY: 58 guests in 30 cabins including two Owner’s Suites. REGISTRY: Malta. OVERALL LENGTH: 360 feet.

Built in 1931 by Wall Street businessman E.F. Hutton for his wife, Marjorie Merriweather Post, Sea Cloud carries 30 sails measuring a total of 32,000 sq. ft.

PUBLIC AREAS: The covered Lido Bar is a superb place to congregate and enjoy the outdoors. The open-air “Blue Lagoon” is a wonderful place to relax. There is a sumptuous lounge and guests are welcome on the “open bridge” to learn how Sea Cloud is navigated and sailed.

MEALS: Served in single seatings, meals focus on local and Continental cuisine. Wines are included at lunch and dinner. Refreshments are always available.

CABINS: The Main Deck cabins have antique and period-style furniture. These cabins are the ship’s original cabins, including the Owner’s Suites originally occupied by E.F. Hutton and Marjorie Merriweather Post. Cabins on the Promenade and Captain’s Decks feature modern, stylish, comfortable furniture.

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Sailing the Greek Isles – Page 402018 $9,490 $10,680 $12,750 $13,500 $14,990 $15,950 $18,250 $14,240 $1,000

Sample Airfares: Round-trip New York/Athens: Economy from $800; Business from $2,400.

2019 $9,680 $10,890 $13,000 $13,770 $15,290 $16,270 $18,620 $14,520 $1,000

Under Sail from Greece to the Dalmatian Coast – Page 41

2018 $12,690 $14,350 $17,350 $18,260 $19,870 $21,500 $24,230 $18,990 $1,500Sample Airfares: New York/Athens, Dubrovnik/New York or vice versa: Economy from $850; Business from $3,400.

2019 $12,940 $14,640 $17,700 $18,630 $20,270 $21,930 $24,720 $19,410 $1,500

Prices are per person, double occupancy.

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Upper Amazon: Exploring Peru's Pacaya-Samiria Reserve–Page 22

Upper Amazon: Exploring Peru’s Pacaya-Samiria Reserve2018 $6,990 $8,260 $750 International and internal Peru tickets must be issued

separately for all Amazon voyages. Sample International Airfares: Round-trip Miami/Lima/Miami: Economy from $550; Business from $1,200. Sample Internal Airfare: Lima/Iquitos/Lima: From $440.

2019 $7,190 $8,590 $1,500

Upper Amazon: Exploring Peru’s Pacaya-Samiria Reserve Holiday: Dec. 29, 2018

2018 $7,680 $8,690 $1,500

Upper Amazon + Machu Picchu & Peru’s Land of the Inca–Call for dates.

Upper Amazon + Machu Picchu & Peru’s Land of the Inca2018 $12,680 $13,950

$1,500International and internal Peru tickets must be issued separately for all Amazon voyages. Sample International Airfares: Round-trip Miami/Lima/Miami: Economy from $550; Business from $1,200. Sample Internal Airfare: Lima/Cusco/Lima: From $435. Lima/Iquitos/Lima From $440.

2019* $12,680 $13,950

Upper Amazon + Machu Picchu & Peru’s Land of the Inca Holiday: Dec 22, 2018

2018 $14,100 $16,490 $1,500

Upper Amazon & Galápagos 2018 Back-to-back expeditions combining Galápagos + Upper Amazon are available on a

number of 2018 & 2019 dates. Please call for specific dates & rates.2019



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Sailing the Greek Isles – Page 402018 $9,490 $10,680 $12,750 $13,500 $14,990 $15,950 $18,250 $14,240 $1,000

Sample Airfares: Round-trip New York/Athens: Economy from $800; Business from $2,400.

2019 $9,680 $10,890 $13,000 $13,770 $15,290 $16,270 $18,620 $14,520 $1,000

Under Sail from Greece to the Dalmatian Coast – Page 41

2018 $12,690 $14,350 $17,350 $18,260 $19,870 $21,500 $24,230 $18,990 $1,500Sample Airfares: New York/Athens, Dubrovnik/New York or vice versa: Economy from $850; Business from $3,400.

2019 $12,940 $14,640 $17,700 $18,630 $20,270 $21,930 $24,720 $19,410 $1,500

Capacity: 28 guests in 14 outside suites. Registry: Peru. Overall length: 120 feet.

Public Areas: With sweeping views, public areas include an air-conditioned presentation room, open-air lounge and bar up top, and dining room with 270-degree views. With a small library, exercise room and spa. Open bridge, where you are welcome to visit and watch the river go by.

Meals: The air-conditioned dining room’s large windows provide panoramic views. Beautifully pre-pared meals are served in a single seating with unassigned tables. Often special dishes will include sustainable products of the rain forest and sauces made with exotic regional fruits.

Suites: Elegant, air-conditioned guest suites on the Main and Upper Decks all offer exceptional vistas. Each spacious suite has a minimalist décor with a luxurious overtone. Enjoy complimentary body lotion, shampoo, and conditioner.

Expedition Equipment: 10-person skiffs—with individual seat cushions and plenty of leg room. Fleet of safe, nimble kayaks for up-close, personal exploration. Rain ponchos are kept handy in the skiffs. Rubber boots are provided when needed.

SUITES: UPPER & MAIN DECK #1-6; 11-14 — Most suites have two twin beds which can convert to a king. Some suites can be connected for families traveling together. Each includes a large view window, a closet, easy chair and desk. Bathrooms include a large shower, separate toilet and sink area.

MASTER SUITES: UPPER & MAIN DECK #7, 8, 15, 16 — The Master Suites feature all of the amenities listed above plus oversized windows which provide incredible 90 degree views. The Master Suites on the Main Deck feature two twin beds which can convert to a king, and Upper Deck Master Suites have king beds only.

Sole Occupancy & Shared Accommodations: Due to the limited number of cabins available, sole occupancy and shares are on a request basis only; please call for availability and rates.

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Upper Amazon: Exploring Peru's Pacaya-Samiria Reserve–Page 22

Upper Amazon: Exploring Peru’s Pacaya-Samiria Reserve2018 $6,990 $8,260 $750 International and internal Peru tickets must be issued

separately for all Amazon voyages. Sample International Airfares: Round-trip Miami/Lima/Miami: Economy from $550; Business from $1,200. Sample Internal Airfare: Lima/Iquitos/Lima: From $440.

2019 $7,190 $8,590 $1,500

Upper Amazon: Exploring Peru’s Pacaya-Samiria Reserve Holiday: Dec. 29, 2018

2018 $7,680 $8,690 $1,500

Upper Amazon + Machu Picchu & Peru’s Land of the Inca–Call for dates.

Upper Amazon + Machu Picchu & Peru’s Land of the Inca2018 $12,680 $13,950

$1,500International and internal Peru tickets must be issued separately for all Amazon voyages. Sample International Airfares: Round-trip Miami/Lima/Miami: Economy from $550; Business from $1,200. Sample Internal Airfare: Lima/Cusco/Lima: From $435. Lima/Iquitos/Lima From $440.

2019* $12,680 $13,950

Upper Amazon + Machu Picchu & Peru’s Land of the Inca Holiday: Dec 22, 2018

2018 $14,100 $16,490 $1,500

Upper Amazon & Galápagos 2018 Back-to-back expeditions combining Galápagos + Upper Amazon are available on a

number of 2018 & 2019 dates. Please call for specific dates & rates.2019


LORD OF THE GLENS

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CAPACITY: 48 guests in 26 outside cabins. REGISTRY: Great Britain. OVERALL LENGTH: 150 feet.

PUBLIC AREAS: With exterior teak decks, hardwood finished interiors, and fine fabrics, Lord of the Glens offers a stylish and relaxing ambience. The two lounges and two open-air viewing areas are social hubs aboard ship. There is a bar, and space to read books from the well-stocked library.

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling, meals focus on healthy cuisine including fresh Scottish poultry, trout, and other options.

CABINS: Cabins are tasteful, comfortable, and amply sized, with outside views. Most cabins have picture windows (three have two large portholes high in the cabin). Facilities include a private bathroom with shower, individually controlled air-conditioning and heating, television, music system, hair dryer, telephone, safety deposit box, bathrobes, and toiletries.

SPECIAL FEATURES: Bicycles are on board. There is complimentary internet access at a computer in the reception area. Lord of the Glens is the only ship of its kind able both to navigate the locks of the Caledonian Canal and sail among the islands of the Inner Hebrides. She offers us the unique ability to explore both the Highlands and the fabled Scottish isles.


ITINERARY YEAR CAT. 1 CAT. 2 CAT. 1 SOLO CAT. 2 SOLO ADVANCE PAYMENT NOTE

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2018 $7,880 $9,000 $11,820 $13,480 $1,000Sample Airfare: Round-trip NY/Inverness: Economy from $1,200; Business from $4,750.

2019 $7,990 $9,100 $11,990 $13,650 $1,000

CATEGORY 1: James Watt Deck #105 (2 lower beds, 2 portholes); James Watt Deck Sole Occupancy #104*, 106* (1 double bed, 2 portholes); David Roberts Deck #209 (2 lower beds), 211-212 (1 double bed, picture window).

CATEGORY 2: David Roberts Deck #201-208, 210, 214, 216-217 (2 lower beds, picture window); Sole Occupancy #218*-219* (1 double bed, picture window); Alexander Graham Bell Deck #301-306 (2 lower beds, large picture window).

SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS: Shares can be arranged at the double occupancy rate in Categories 1 and 2.

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Scotland’s Highlands and Islands –Page 39

2018 $7,880 $9,000 $11,820 $13,480 $1,000Sample Airfare: Round-trip NY/Inverness: Economy from $1,200; Business from $4,750.

2019 $7,990 $9,100 $11,990 $13,650 $1,000

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* All departures aboard Sea Cloud and Lord of the Glens, and all 2018 departures aboard National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Orion include alcoholic beverages and tips to the ship’s crew.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFERSBOOK BY MARCH 31, 2018 to take advantage of special offers that appear on select expeditions in this catalog. Offers are available on select departures, and based on availability at the time of booking. Offers are valid for new bookings only, and may not be combined with other offers and pre- and post-extensions.

BACK-TO-BACK SAVINGS: Save 10% on any consecutive journeys taken aboard National Geographic Explorer. Book two or more voyages aboard National Geographic Orion, National Geographic Islander or National Geographic Endeavour II and save 10%. Also Save 10% on combinations with Upper Amazon. This saving is applicable on voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare.

TRAVELING AS A GROUP: Save 5% when traveling as a group of 8 or more people. Take advantage of these great savings, while enjoying traveling with your friends and family. This saving is applicable to voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare. Deposit, final payments, and cancellation policies for group travel vary from our regular policies.

BRINGING THE KIDS: We believe sharing an expedition with your kids or grandkids is a life-enhancing experience. So, take $500 off for each child under the age of 18.

COMBINING OFFERS: Certain offers may be combinable, up to two savings opportu-nities except where noted otherwise. For example, travel with a group of 8 or more on back-to-back expeditions, and take advantage of both savings!

INCLUSIVE PRICINGWe include just about everything you have the opportunity to do as part of your expedition aboard ship and ashore. The only things not included are those of a personal nature—alcohol*, internet usage, tips to the crew*, wellness treatments and other specialized arrangements*.

ABOARD SHIP All meals and non-alcoholic beverages Cappuccinos, lattes & complimentary refillable water bottle 24-hour coffee, tea & soda on demand Hors d’oeuvres & snacks during lounge recap Sauna Fitness center Fully stocked library The guidance and company of our expedition staff

ASHORE Meals on land, as indicated in itinerary Special access permits, park fees, port taxes Transfers to and from group flights The expertise of our expedition staff

ACTIVITIES All excursions Zodiac, kayak & stand-up paddleboarding

explorations Lectures & presentations in the lounge

Photo Credits: Steffen Binke, Sisse Brimberg, Marc Cappelletti, Earl Carter, Stewart Cohen, Cotton Coulson, Rab Cummings, Jennifer Davidson, Danita Delimont, David Doubilet, Kevin Elsby, Alberto Montaudon Ferrer, David Gn, Sharon Grainger, Eric Guth, Kristin Hettermann, Ralph Lee Hopkins, Wolfgang Kaehler, Sven-Olof Lindblad, Jeff Litton, Michael Luppino, Richard Maack, Nino Marcutti, Jeffo Marquez, Hercules Milas, Clara Natoli, Paul Nicklen, Michael S. Nolan, Marco Ricca, Rich Reid, Tom Ritchie, Ragnar Th. Sigurdsson, Susan Seubert, Rikki Swenson, Nicole Thornton, Vincent Truchet, David Vargas, Dirk Weyer

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Costs Include: All accommodations aboard ships or in hotels per itinerary or similar, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages* aboard ship, meals on land as indicated, air transportation where indicated as included, shore excursions, sightseeing and entrance fees, special access permits, transfers to and from group flights, use of snorkeling equipment and wetsuits (where applicable), use of kayaks and/or stand-up paddleboards (where available), use of cross-country skis or snowshoes (where available), tips (except to ship’s crew*), taxes and service charges, services of a ship physician on most voyages, and services of our expedition staff. Note: *All departures aboard National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Orion, Lord of the Glens, and Sea Cloud include alcoholic beverages aboard ship (excepting certain super-premium brands of alcohol) and tips to the ship’s crew.

Not Included: Air transportation (except where shown as included), extensions, passport, visa, immigration fees, scuba diving (where available), meals not indicated, travel protection plan, items of a personal nature, such as alcoholic beverages*, internet access, voyage DVD (where available) and laundry. Gratuities* to ship’s crew are at your discretion. Note: *All departures aboard Explorer, Orion, Lord of the Glens, and Sea Cloud include alcoholic beverages aboard ship (excepting certain super-premium brands of alcohol) and tips to the ship’s crew.

Airfare: For all programs, airfare is an additional cost unless otherwise indicated. Sample airfares are subject to change. We will gladly assist in making your air arrangements for a $50 per person service fee.

TERMS & CONDITIONS Reservations: To reserve your place, an advance payment is required at the time of reservation. The per person advance payment amount varies by program, and is outlined in our brochures, as well as on our website. Holiday departure dates and certain longer voyages may carry additional advance deposit requirements due to high demand for these voyages. Payment is accepted by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, or by check.

Receipt of your initial payment indicates your acceptance of our complete Terms and Conditions. We require written notice at the time of reservation for any physical condition, diet, or treatment requiring special attention.

Once your reservation is confirmed, we urge you to use your personalized online account for important information to help you prepare for your voyage. Managing your documents online will facilitate fast and accurate communication, and allow you to provide us with pertinent details we require, in order to complete your reservation. Your online account gives you access to your Expedition Guide, which includes valuable information specific to your voyage. You can also use your online account to make easy payments, view recommended flights and reading material, packing list, and so much more.

Final Payment: For expeditions aboard all ships with the exception of Explorer and Orion, final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. For expeditions aboard Explorer and Orion, payment is due 120 days prior to departure.

Payment schedules may vary for Holiday departures and certain longer voyages, due to high demand for these voyages. We reserve the right to cancel your reservation if payment has not been received by final payment due date.

Travel Protection Plan: We recommend that you take advantage of our Travel Protection Plan. This plan offers comprehensive coverage to protect you from cancellation fees, costs incurred due to trip delays/interruption, damaged or lost luggage, medical assistance, and evacuation during your travels. Our Travel Protection Plan is available for U.S. and Canadian residents only, and may be purchased any time prior to final payment due date. If you are not satisfied for any reason, you may return your plan within 10 days after purchase. Your premium will be refunded if canceled within 10 days, provided you have not already departed on the trip or filed a claim. When so returned,

the coverage under the plan is void from the original date of purchase.

Smoking Policy: Smoking is allowed only in designated outdoor areas.

Entry and Visa Requirements: All guests are advised to verify travel documents (passport/transit visa/entry visa) for the country through which they are transiting and/or entering. Reliable and most current information regarding international travel can be found by contacting the consulate/embassy of the country(s) you are visiting or transiting through. We will not be responsible if you are denied entry or transit into a country if you are unable to provide valid documents as per the country’s requirement.

Responsibility and Other Terms & Conditions: Certain other provisions concerning, among other things, limitations of Lindblad Expeditions’ and the National Geographic Society’s liability for loss of property, injury, illness or death during the voyage will be provided to all guests on the ship’s ticket sent prior to departure, and are also available on our website at www.expeditions.com/terms, or upon request. By registering for a trip, the guest agrees to all such terms and conditions.

Note: Itineraries and prices listed in this brochure are valid as of publication date, and are subject to change. Under normal conditions, the total expedition cost is guaranteed at the time of booking. However, the published price is determined far in advance of initial departure on the basis of then-existing projections of fuel and other costs. In the event we determine that current costs create an unsustainable financial model, including but not limited to increases in the price of fuel, currency fluctuations, increases in government taxes or levies, or increased security costs, we reserve the right to pass on these costs to you, to cover such unexpected increases. We will always provide a transparent accounting of the reason for such an increase in costs.

United States Tour Operators Association $1 Million Travelers Assistance ProgramLindblad Expeditions, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Lindblad Expeditions customers in the unlikely event of Lindblad Expeditions bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by Lindblad Expeditions may be sufficient to provide only a par-tial recovery of the advance payments received by Lindblad Expeditions. More details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program may be ob-tained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com.

©2017 Lindblad Expeditions. Lindblad Expeditions and the Eye are the trademarks of Lindblad Expeditions. All rights reserved.NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC and the Yellow Border are the trademarks of the National Geographic Society. All rights reserved.

CANCELLATION POLICYFOR EXPEDITIONS ON ALL SHIPS WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ORION & EXPLORER

Number of Days Prior to Expedition Start Per Person Cancellation Fee120 or more days $350*119–90 days Advance payment cost 89–60 days 25% of total fare59–45 days 50% of total fare44–0 days No refund

FOR EXPEDITIONS ABOARD ORION & EXPLORER

Number of Days Prior to Expedition Start Per Person Cancellation Fee180 or more days $750*179–120 days Advance payment cost 119–90 days 25% of total fare89–60 days 50% of total fare59–0 days No Refund

*$350 or $750 will be refunded in the form of a Lindblad Expeditions Travel Certificate.This cancellation policy applies to expeditions, extensions (with the exception of Denali), as well as all other additional services. The effective date of a cancellation will be the date on which your cancellation notice is received. Any revisions you make within the cancellation penalty period, such as departure date or choice of voyage, are subject to cancellation fees. Note: Airline cancellation policies vary by carrier, as well as the type of fare used to issue your ticket. Cancellation policy for certain longer voyages and Holiday departures may vary due to high demand for these voyages. Our group cancellation and Denali cancellation policies are listed in the Terms and Conditions section of our website, or you may call us for details. We stress the importance of purchasing a travel protection plan to protect yourself from fees in the event you need to cancel your reservation.

We are proud to be a Founding Member of Adventure Collection—a family of the world’s most trusted and experienced active travel companies. Each member company of Adventure Collection is dedicated to enriching the lives of its guests and to giving back to the areas in which it travels. For more information visit www.AdventureCollection.com.

For Reservations: Contact your travel advisor or Lindblad Expeditions

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Lindblad Expeditions, Inc., 96 Morton Street, New York, NY 10014 Phone: 212.261.9000 • Fax: 212.265.3770

email: [email protected] For additional information and online reservations, visit us on the Web: www.expeditions.com

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