![]() ![]() “We are very very focused on the intersection of travel and science,” says Sven Lindblad, CEO & President of Lindlad Expeditions, “This will be a platform for gathering science that I believe and we all believe will be extremely valuable in increasing our knowledge of the world and all that is in it. ![]() RELATED: Lindblad Expeditions Names First Polar Ship National Geographic Endurance On a much larger scale, underwater hydrophones transmit haunting sounds of the deep through the ship’s PA system in real time, amplifying the presence of marine life all around. Onboard naturalists will explain each element of the harsh environment giving onlookers a new appreciation for an otherwise unobservable world. The ships futuristic features aren’t merely safety precautions - they’re means of exploring.ĭiscover a hidden world of tiny organisms, the building blocks of the marine ecosystem, at 80x magnification with a video microscope. The ship’s innovative design features a X-BOW® that slices through waves and the highest ice rating of any passenger vessel ever built, perfectly constructed to traverse polar waters year-round. The journey was recognized as the last epic feat in the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. More than 100 years later, Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographics unveils the namesake and a new age of arctic expeditioning in the National Geographic Endurance. #National geographic endurance tvOnboard, guests will revel in National Geographic Endurance’s superb amenities take in the ship-wide polar art exhibit, CHANGE, curated by artist Zaria Forman relax after a jacuzzi dip or sleep under the stars in the top deck igloos survey spectacular surroundings in the glass walled yoga studio or gym, and hang out on the expansive bridge with the navigation team.įor reservations or additional information on Lindblad Expeditions voyages, visit call 1-800-EXPEDITION (1-80) or contact your travel advisor.In 1914, polar explorer Ernest Shackleton attempted to make the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent on his vessel, the aptly named, Endurance. TV screens, ho Sir Ernest Shackletons famous shiprwreck Endurance, lost for a century and discovered only recently, is coming to National Geographic. Offered as an optional and complimentary excursion, the approximately three-hour adventure will culminate with a stunning view of Iceland’s erupting volcano. Guests on both itineraries will have the opportunity to hike to the erupting Fagradalsfjall Volcano in the region of Geldingadalur. Rates begin at $13,350 based on double occupancy in a category 1 cabin. She will then follow the edge of Greenland’s seasonal sea ice in search of extraordinary wildlife, with a flexible agenda to make the best use of time. The 126-passenger ship will have luxurious interiors of Scandinavian style conceived by Partnership Design in Hamburg.With six guest decs, National Geographic. Set for departures on August 7 and August 18, guests will discover Iceland’s pristine fjords, the rich biodiversity of the remote Westfjords, soak in geothermal hot springs, and hike over cooled lava fields. Rates begin at $22,190 per person based on double occupancy in a category 1 cabin.įollowing her inaugural voyage, National Geographic Endurance will embark on two 13-day voyages, Iceland and Greenland: Wild Coasts and Icy Shores. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ENDURANCE (IMO: 9842554) is a Passenger Ship that was built in 2020 (2 years ago) and is sailing under the flag of Bahamas. With the highest ice class of any purpose-built passenger vessel-and her ability to go deeper, farther, longer- National Geographic Endurance will enable the adventurous guests on her inaugural voyage unprecedented access to spectacular, pristine Arctic regions that few have ever seen. If Greenland’s border opens for visitors, she’ll make landings and explore ashore. She will then venture along the ice’s edge off the east coast of Greenland, an Arctic “savannah” for polar bears, walruses, and whales. ![]() #National geographic endurance codeGuests will explore Iceland’s stunning fjords and thundering waterfalls, tour puffin-studded cliffs and hike stunning landscapes. Purpose-built for polar navigation, the National Geographic Endurance is an ice-class Polar Code PC5 (Category A) vessel. The 19-day inaugural voyage, National Geographic Endurance Inaugural: Iceland & Greenland, will begin and end in Reykjavik. Originally set to launch in April 2020, National Geographic Endurance sat out the pandemic in Norway-and is now ready to discover the wilder side of Iceland and Greenland. The first new polar build in the line’s history, the ship was named to honor legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton, and embodies every innovation and concept Lindblad has developed in over 50+ years of pioneering expedition travel. The 126-guest state-of-the-art expedition vessel will make her maiden voyage on Jfrom Reykjavik, Iceland. Lindblad Expeditions has announced the long-awaited inaugural voyage of the world’s most advanced polar expedition ship, National Geographic Endurance. ![]()
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