Exploring Galápagos on National Geographic Endeavour II

Galápagos Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II
Get a sense of exploring expedition style
Unique, immersive style of travel
Experiencing the Galápagos Islands on an expedition is an unrivaled experience. And our 360º approach is your guarantee of an in-depth encounter with all its wonders. The 96-guest National Geographic Endeavour II is fully equipped with tools for exploration that will enable you to:
- See more of the archipelago’s varied islands and habitats
- Have up close encounters with incredible wildlife
- Experience the Galápagos undersea, too
- Benefit from our 50 years of experience and relationships in Galápagos to see all you came for and more.
Encounter abundant wildlife
Blue-footed boobies. Flightless cormorants. Darwin’s finches. Pink flamingos. Sea lions on beaches or gamboling underwater. Giant tortoises grazing in the highlands. The wildlife of Galápagos is legendary for its uniqueness and lack of fear, allowing you the rare experience of being treated as an equal in the wild world. Each island contains endemic species, and you’ll have the opportunity to see a panoply of Galápagos’ creatures in their native habitats—on land and in the sea.
Every day is active and engaging
You’ll be able to snorkel nearly every day, sometimes twice a day. And advanced scuba divers are invited to dive incredible sites of stunning biodiversity over two days at an additional charge. For those who prefer to stay dry, there’s the adventure of Endeavour II's glass bottom boat. And each day you’ll have the option to walk, hike, kayak, paddleboard or Zodiac cruise, and to join a different naturalist as you choose: there are no assigned groups for your Galápagos adventure travel. See more of what you’ll do.
Travel in excellent company
Explore under the sure guidance of an expedition leader, four handpicked naturalists, including a Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor and an undersea specialist, plus a wellness specialist. Their knowledge and passion for the islands is the key to your once-in-a-lifetime experience
- Adventure and Active
- Expedition Cruises
- National Parks and Preserves
- Safari, Animals, and Wildlife
Born in the cold waters of Patagonia, National Geographic Endeavour II was built for heavy seas. Now, permanently stationed in Galápagos, she comfortably sails the Equator.
A floor-to-ceiling rebuild when she repositioned to the tropics meant she could be crafted to perfectly accommodate the Lindblad style of travel. Where she previously carried 136 passengers, she now accommodates just 96 guests in 52 thoughtfully appointed cabins. She is exceptionally nimble and maneuverable, with a shallow draft to get up close, great viewing from all public spaces, an expansive open-air observation deck, large windows in cabins and suites, and state-of-the-art tools for exploration including a glass-bottom boat, underwater cameras, video microscope, plus kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.
She replaced the beloved National Geographic Endeavour, which donated much of her artwork and her great spirit of camaraderie. Guests have described being aboard Endeavour II as feeling like a cross between a grand floating hotel and scientific research vessel. She is beyond comfortable, and welcoming to solos, groups, and kids of all ages, and equipped for the up-close and personal explorations that makes Galapagos the trip of a lifetime.
Deck Plans



For more than 50 years, Lindblad Expeditions has been sailing to captivating places near and far in pursuit of discovery, bringing along adventurous travelers to share in the thrill of uncovering the world’s wild secrets. With every voyage we undertake, our core belief is reinforced: that our planet holds infinite potential—for new experiences, enhanced knowledge, and increased understanding of our role in protecting its trove of natural and cultural treasures.
This enduring quest for discovery drives us to find new ways to help you explore. It’s why we build ships that facilitate exploration with their cutting-edge technologies, design itineraries and assemble expedition teams that inspire, and chart courses that take you deeper into remote places to give you a richer picture of our world. Because when it comes to exploration, it’s not just what you see, but how you see it that matters.
8465654
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465727
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465699
|
Terms and Disclaimers
More Dates
8109891
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110076
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109893
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110037
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110197
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109815
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109980
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110224
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109961
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109892
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110106
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110033
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109816
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8788816
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110200
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109999
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110198
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109949
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8109882
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110072
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8110130
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375912
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375914
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375924
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375906
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375899
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375910
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375921
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375895
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375913
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375896
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375911
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375929
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8375922
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465731
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465615
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465745
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465734
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465747
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465733
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8466003
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465743
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465655
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465624
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465737
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465656
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465739
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465741
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465740
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465735
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465613
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465738
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465708
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465727
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465654
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465699
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465726
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465653
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465611
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465703
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465700
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465664
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465725
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465712
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465666
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465663
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465730
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465707
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465672
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465729
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465748
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465711
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465742
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465749
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465744
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465728
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465736
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465612
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465724
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465718
|
Terms and Disclaimers
8465720
|
Terms and Disclaimers

Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
---|---|---|---|
1 | Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador | ||
2 | Quito or Guayaquil / Galápagos Islands | ||
3-8 | Galápagos Islands | ||
9 | Galápagos Islands / Disembark Ship / Guayaquil or Quito | ||
10 | Guayaquil or Quito |