Experience the Galapagos aboard the National Geographic Delfina, Lindblad Expeditions' newest and most intimate vessel in its island fleet, a luxury motorsailing catamaran for just 16 guests. Designed exclusively for a more personal experience while cruising the archipelago in style and comfort, this elegant small ship is home base for an exhilarating adventure that gets you face to face with the menagerie of creatures that make these islands so unique. Daily snorkeling excursions reveal sea turtles, swimming penguins and schools of tropical fish. Hikes on land and coastline exploration by Zodiac foster a deeper appreciation for the abundance of wildlife and native vegetation unique to the Galapagos. And with an attentive crew, veteran Expedition Leader and National Geographic-certified photo instructor—both licensed naturalists—your time at sea is as educational and engaging as it is relaxing.
Trip Highlights
Most intimate, smallest ship Lindblad expedition
Accommodating only 16 passengers, the National Geographic Delfina allows guests to experience the Galapagos aboard the stylish and stable catamaran
A multifaceted Galapagos encounter
This action-packed voyage features varied modes of exploration on land and sea—hiking, kayaking, Zodiac excursions, undersea cameras and more
Swim with extraordinary marine life
Snorkel with sea lions, turtles and abundant fish in the protected waters of the Galápagos Marine Reserve
Why Travel with Nat Hab?
We’re proud to offer a worldwide slate of Adventure Cruises through our partner Lindblad Expeditions. Nat Hab joined forces with Lindblad in 2016 to expand our mutual collection of nature adventures. Founded in 1958 by Lars-Eric Lindblad, the company pioneered eco-conscious expeditions for “citizen explorers" and today is the world leader in conservation-focused small-ship cruises. Our Adventure Specialists are intimately familiar with the ships and itineraries and are on call to answer any questions you might have. When you choose Lindblad in the Galapagos, you'll get all these advantages:
Lindblad Leads in Experience and Knowledge
Lindblad has led expeditions to the Galapagos for more than 50 years, operating its own ships year-round, each with a core team of naturalists who work exclusively for Lindblad-National Geographic. Every departure sails with a veteran Expedition Leader and team of passionate experts with specialties like marine biology, evolutionary biology and ornithology, plus an undersea specialist and certified photo instructor trained by National Geographic. During the summer months, when families travel most, an additional naturalist leads kids-only activities such as scavenger hunts, journaling and smartphone photography.A Range of Tools for Optimum Exploration
Activities are plentiful: Choose to swim, snorkel, kayak, walk leisurely, hike vigorously, cruise in a Zodiac with a naturalist or relax aboard ship. The National Geographic Delfina is outfitted with snorkel gear including wetsuits, tandem and single kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards.Go Home with Photos as Thrilling as the Wildlife
Legendary wildlife in the Galapagos and its lack of fear create a dream setting for nature photographers. Whether you’re angling for a magical shot of giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies or marine iguanas, our onboard photo instructors have been trained at National Geographic headquarters to help you make the most of each wildlife encounter—making sure you go home with your best photos ever!Locally Sourced, Sustainable Dining
Our chefs cook with fresh, local ingredients whenever possible, including locally grown produce, sustainably caught fish and other local and indigenous products. Ecuadorian ingredients and flavors embellish the menu and offer a more genuine sense of the region’s cuisine and culture. Reusable water bottles are found in every cabin, with chilled fresh water stations around the ship to make staying hydrated convenient and refreshing—and helping to keep plastic bottles out of the islands.Lindblad Supports Galapagos Conservation
Lindblad has played an active role in Galapagos conservation since 1967, working in conjunction with Galapagos National Park, Charles Darwin Research Station, local nonprofits and community groups. Since 1997, together with its guests, Lindblad has helped raise nearly $7 million to support conservation, education, research and community development priorities, and established the LEX-NG Fund to manage grants made in the region.We're Committed to the Planet
Natural Habitat Adventures is a standard-setter in eco-conscious travel. We have been the world’s first carbon-neutral travel company since 2007. And we continue to break innovative ground in adopting practices that help to protect our global environment. Because of our concern for the environment, we only choose cruise travel partners who share our commitment—and Lindblad certainly does.Natural Habitat Adventures is WWF's Travel Partner
Because of our environmental commitment and the outstanding quality of our adventures, World Wildlife Fund has chosen Natural Habitat Adventures as its worldwide travel partner, a designation we’re very proud of! When you book your Lindblad Expeditions cruise with us, a portion of your trip fee supports WWF.
