National Geographic Explorer

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Ship Overview

National Geographic Explorer is the world’s ultimate expedition ship. Her design and equipment is the result of almost 200 years of collective expedition experience. Originally built for service along Norway’s coast as part of the famed Hurtigruten, or Coastal Express, her excellent maneuverability and just-right size made her a natural choice for addition to the fleet. Drawing on nearly 50 years of pioneering expedition history and expertise, the cruise completely redesigned and rebuilt her. Explorer is uniquely equipped with an ice-strengthened hull and advanced navigation equipment for polar expeditions; a roster of tools for exploration; and a well-appointed interior with vast expanses of glass for an unprecedented connection to the regions that explores. She provides a peerless expedition cruise trip.

National Geographic Explorer | Cruises

11-night Ancient Isles: England, Ireland, And Scotland Southbound Cruise — 05/02/2025 — from $12,245

7-night Fire And Ice: An 8-Day Sail Around Iceland Cruise — 07/15/2025 — from $7,235

9-night Patagonia: Chilean Fjords And Argentina’S Staten Island Cruise — 10/10/2025 — from $13,588

7-night Antarctica Direct: Fly The Drake Passage Cruise — 12/22/2025 — from $17,677

7-night Antarctica Direct: Fly The Drake Passage Cruise — 02/17/2026 — from $13,896

7-night Fire And Ice: An 8-Day Sail Around Iceland Cruise — 06/14/2026 — from $9,224

9-night The Canadian Maritimes And Newfoundland Cruise — 08/24/2026 — from $11,419

7-night Antarctica Direct: Fly The Drake Passage Cruise — 11/30/2026 — from $12,154

7-night Antarctica Direct: Fly The Drake Passage Cruise — 01/26/2027 — from $13,710

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