Nat Geo Explorer
Cruise
Adventure
Remote Escape
Launched as National Geographic’s flagship expedition vessel, the Explorer is an ice-class ship designed for discovery in Antarctica. Carrying 148 guests in 81 outward-facing cabins, it combines stability and comfort with unmatched access to remote coasts and wildlife. With a full fleet of Zodiacs, kayaks, and specialized equipment, each voyage blends active exploration with insight from naturalists, scientists, and National Geographic photographers.
Accommodation
Quadruple Porthole Cabin
165-172 sq ft | 2 Bunk beds | 4 guests
Porthole Window
Triple Porthole Cabin
172 sq ft | Bunk bed & Twin bed| 3 guests
Porthole Window
Twin Porthole Cabin
143-172 sq ft | 2 Twin beds | 2 guests
Porthole Window
Twin Window Cabin
130-153 sq ft | 2 Twin beds | 2 guests
Picture Window
Twin Deluxe Cabin
209-229 sq ft | 2 Twin beds | 2 guests
Picture Window
Superior Cabin
229 sq ft | Queen bed | 2 guests
Picture Window
Junior Suite Cabin
215 sq ft | Queen bed | 2 guests
Picture Window
Grand Suite Cabin
287 sq ft | Queen bed | 2 guests
Private Balcony
Amenities
- Dining room
- Bar
- Lounge
- Library
- Chart room
- Spa with sauna
- Fitness Center
- Wellness Center
- Mudroom
- Sun deck
In-room amenities:
- Desk
- Air conditioning
- Television
- Safe deposit box
Activities
- Zodiac cruising
- Onshore hiking
- Glass-bottom Zodiac riding
- Kayaking
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowshoeing
- Wildlife observation with hydrophones and remote cameras
- Photography workshops
- Onboard yoga
- Nightly Recap sessions