Galápagos
Peru
Exploring Galápagos + Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca
Duration
16 days
Year Round
From
$12,643
Prices are per person
Highlights
Galápagos
Peru
Special Offers
Overview
The newly christened National Geographic Gemini joins the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Galápagos fleet with a heritage of small-ship expedition cruising. Launched in 2001 from the same shipyard as National Geographic Orion, National Geographic Gemini is a highly maneuverable, shallow-draft expedition ship purpose built to explore remote areas with ease.
Sailing year round with a maximum of 48 guests on weeklong voyages departing Fridays, National Geographic Gemini offers guests the choice of larger suites, cabins with balconies, and a mix of doubles, solos, and triples. All cabins are ocean facing with ample storage, beds that can be configured as a queen or two twins, a sofa, desk, television, and a well-stocked mini fridge. Bathrooms are large and feature glass showers. Suite 601 on the Upper Deck (Category 7) is the largest in the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Galápagos fleet with a separate living room, forward-facing balcony, private jacuzzi, side balcony, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Cabins on the Bridge Deck (Category 4 & 5S) all have private balconies with seating.
Expedition Excellence
Enjoy the outdoors on the Upper Deck, which features a whirlpool hot tub, and windowed fitness center and spa. An outdoor café on the Lounge Deck accommodates all guests in a single open seating, as does the restaurant on the Marina Deck. The open, windowed lounge for presentations and informal gatherings has a large bar, well-stocked library, and adjacent reception area.
Carrying a fleet of quick-to-deploy Mark VI Zodiacs, a glass-bottom boat, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, the ship is well-equipped for exploring the islands and marine reserve. It is also stocked with snorkeling gear for all guests, including shortie wetsuits.
An authentic, immersive experience in the Galápagos
National Geographic Gemini provides an authentic sense of place informed by our decades-long relationships with local communities and conservation groups. Contributing to the fully immersive Ecuadorian experience on board is the passionate and knowledgeable Ecuadorian crew. Meals are designed to support the community—comprising locally sourced farm-to-table and ocean-to-table ingredients.
(2) National Geographic Gemini Itineraries
Galápagos
Exploring Galápagos: One Week Sailing the Islands
Duration
10 days
Year Round
From
$5,855
Prices are per person
Highlights
Galápagos
Special Offers
The Details
Accommodations with Balconies
National Geographic Gemini offers an array of accommodation types, including 13 cabins with private balconies. Cabins on the Bridge Deck (Category 4 & 5S) have private balconies with seating. Suite 601 on the Upper Deck (Category 7) is the largest in the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Galápagos fleet with a separate living room, forward-facing balcony, private jacuzzi, side balcony, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Cabin 604, which connects with Cabin 602 for the ultimate family suite, is forward facing with a large balcony.
Open-Air Decks
The Upper Deck features an outdoor shower, whirlpool hot tub with adjacent shaded seating area and a windowed fitness center and spa perfect for relaxing. The outdoor café on the Lounge Deck can accommodate all guests in a single seating.
Lounge
The expansive lounge hosts presentations and recaps, and features a well-stocked, comfortable bar.
Image is for reference only. The final ship design will evolve following a multi-million-dollar renovation.
In Good Company
Explore Galápagos in the company of veteran Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic expedition staff, a veteran Expedition Leader, Undersea Specialist, Certified Photo Instructor, and licensed naturalists. Staff are certified as Field Educators to offer the National Geographic Global Explorers Program for kids and teens.