![]() Our custom-designed floating platform lets us deploy kayaks from the ship, or any location we want-including far from shore. Kayaks: National Geographic Endurance will be equipped with a fleet of kayaks large enough to ensure everyone who wants to can paddle at every opportunity.Ĭonsequently, prior kayaking experience isn’t necessary-many of our guests have their first kayaking experience in extraordinary locations. And this glimpse may fundamentally change how you view the ocean. Chances are you, like many of our guests, will be struck by how surprisingly colorful undersea life is in these unlikely places. Remotely Operated Vehicle: Capable of reaching 1,000 feet, far beyond the range of any Scuba diver, the ROV allows you to literally view parts of the undersea that are as unexplored as the moon. ![]() They are widely recognized as the safest and most versatile small boats afloat. The expedition landing craft we use are 19 feet long, powered by four-stroke outboard engines, and are capable of comfortably carrying 10-12 people. With 8 of these boats and two loading stations used every time we disembark, we’re able to transfer guests off the ship quickly, so you can be out on adventures, not idly waiting. Wellness: The vessel is staffed by our wellness specialists and features a glass-enclosed yoga studio, gym, treatment rooms and spa relax area, and high- and low-heat saunas with ocean views.Įxpedition Landing Craft: Key to our operation is our fleet of expedition landing craft, which we use to land in places that would otherwise be inaccessible. Special Features: A full-time doctor, undersea specialist, National Geographic photographer, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor and video chronicler, an internet cafe and laundry. Cabins are equipped with expedition command centers with tablets and USB/mobile device docking, TVs, Wi-Fi connections, and hair dryers.Įxpedition Tools: Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, snowshoes, cross-country skis, undersea specialist operating a remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) and underwater video camera for unique access to polar marine world, hydrophone, aerial remote-controlled camera and video microscope. Main restaurant has 270º views, and the Observation deck restaurant features lighter, made-to-order fare.Ĭabins: All cabins face outside with large windows, private facilities and climate controls. Meals: Two restaurants, featuring local, sustainable choices and unassigned seating for flexible, inclusive dining plus a Chef’s table for intimate, small group dining. Public Areas: Two restaurants, a Chef’s Table for small group dining, Observation Lounge with bar, gym, Wellness area, infinity-style outdoor hot tubs, library, main lounge with full service bar, 24-hour beverage, state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations, and a photo workshop area plus, an expedition base with lockers for expedition gear, and an “open bridge” for access to our captain, officers and the art of navigation. During meals your expedition leader, naturalists, and any guest speakers aboard will join you. There is no assigned seating and our dining room accommodates the entire expedition community in a single seating. When weather conditions allow, lighter fare may be served on the observation deck. Meals aboard are almost always served in the dining room, located aft of the lounge deck. Cabins are equipped with expedition command centers with tablets and USB/mobile device docking, TVs, Wi-Fi connections, and hair dryers.ĭining: Food served aboard is fresh, local, and delicious, and sourced from suppliers who share our values of sustainable use whenever possible. Bathrooms are modern and stocked with botanically inspired hair products, soap, and shower gel, plus a hairdryer. ![]() Fifty-three of the 69 cabins, including all 12 of the solo cabins, will feature small balconies with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that bring in the spectacular views and ample natural light.Įvery cabin has two portholes, a large window or balcony, and temperature controls. ![]() Cabins are efficiently designed, with sizes range from the 140-square-foot solo cabin to the 430-square-foot category 7 suite. National Geographic Endurance comfortably accommodates 126 guests in 69 outside-facing cabins. She carries a full suite of expedition tools and offers a variety of experience-enhancing amenities. Its patented X-BOW® is key to its design its powerful wave-slicing action provides an extremely smooth ride in even adverse conditions, and even reduces spray on deck, for superior observation. A fully stabilized, highly strengthened, ice-class Polar Code PC5 (Category A) vessel, it is designed to navigate polar passages year-round, and safely explore unchartered waters, while providing exceptional comfort. National Geographic Endurance is a next-generation expedition ship, purpose-built for polar navigation. A next-generation expedition ship, purpose-built for polar navigation. ![]()
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