TRAVEL ADVANTAGE & MWR LIFE: Unforgettable Galápagos Cruises

Experience the Galápagos Islands with National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions’ new luxury ships, National Geographic Gemini and Delfina, launched on July 9, 2025. Maximize your journey with TRAVEL ADVANTAGE hotel deals, join MWR LIFE, and learn how to become an ambassador MWR LIFE for exclusive travel and lifestyle benefits.

In Academy Bay, Gemini and Delfina joined sister ships National Geographic Islander II and Endeavour II for a vibrant christening. Lindblad’s leadership, including CEO Natalya Leahy and Interim Chief Maritime Officer Rear Admiral Keith Taylor, celebrated alongside Galápagos locals.

“This moment honors a legacy begun in 1967 by Lars-Eric Lindblad, who introduced non-scientific expeditions to the Galápagos,” said Leahy. “We dedicate these ships to the Galápagos community, committed to sustainable exploration as your guests.”

Luxury Aboard Gemini and Delfina

National Geographic Gemini hosts 48 guests in 27 outward-facing staterooms, offering small-ship intimacy with large-ship amenities like expansive decks and a cozy library. National Geographic Delfina, crafted for 16 guests in eight stylish rooms, provides private balconies or deck access for exclusivity.

Both ships boast whirlpool hot tubs, expert naturalist talks, and dining with locally sourced ingredients. Pre-select meals to reduce waste, and enjoy 24/7 coffee, tea, and Ecuadorian snacks. Sail on the Gemini’s 10-day Exploring Galápagos (from $5,556/person) or Delfina’s 10-day Galápagos by Catamaran (from $7,900/person), with 16-day Peru and Machu Picchu extensions available.

Explorers-in-Training: Inspiring Young Minds

Launched in July 2025, the Explorers-in-Training program engages kids and teens on Galápagos, Antarctica, Iceland, Alaska, and Baja California sailings. Activities like zodiac navigation, scavenger hunts, and field journaling foster curiosity and conservation. Led by National Geographic experts, the program awards certificates and patches, inviting all ages to join.

Plan Your Galápagos Adventure with TRAVEL ADVANTAGE

Enjoy flexible itineraries guided by Galápagos National Park, ensuring sustainable exploration. Nightly briefings detail daily plans, with captains adjusting for rare wildlife sightings like blue whales. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, hike lava fields, and swim with sea lions. Pack waterproof sandals, hiking boots, reef-safe sunscreen, and expedition-chic attire.

Fares cover meals, drinks, naturalist talks, kayaks, paddle boards, zodiacs, snorkeling gear, domestic flights to Baltra, two nights in Guayaquil or Quito, park fees ($200/adult, $100/child), and the Tourist Transit Card ($20/person). Extend your Ecuador journey with add-ons.

Exclusive Savings with TRAVEL ADVANTAGE

TRAVEL ADVANTAGE offers unbeatable hotel deals worldwide, making your Galápagos adventure affordable and seamless. Book accommodations effortlessly to complement your luxury cruise experience.