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National Geographic Endeavour II

48 upcoming departures  ·  5 itineraries
Class Ice-strengthened expedition ship
Built / Refurb 2005 / 2016
Gross Tonnage 2,716
Guests 96
Length 72.2 m
Beam 13.4 m
Decks 5
Cabins 52
Max speed 12.0 kn

Live Position ● 7 hours ago

Heading to: PABLB
7.1 knots Under Way Using Engine

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About National Geographic Endeavour II

National Geographic Endeavour II is a 96-guest expedition ship designed for close-up exploration in the Galápagos. The compact vessel offers five decks, 52 cabins, broad viewing areas, an open-air observation deck, library, forward lounge and open bridge access. Expedition equipment includes Zodiacs, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, a glass-bottom boat, underwater cameras and a video microscope. Dining is informal and sociable, with meals served in the dining room or outdoors when conditions permit.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Lindblad Expeditions
Builder / shipyard
ASENAV Shipyard, Valdivia, Chile
Registry / flag
Ecuador
Call sign
HC-6113
IMO number
9334088
MMSI
735059655
Previous names
Via Australis

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

A shallow draft and maneuverable design support exploration in the Galápagos. Guests can use Zodiacs, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and a glass-bottom boat, while the open bridge and observation spaces emphasize expedition learning and wildlife viewing.

Dining

A main dining room serves international cuisine with Ecuadorian influence; meals may also be offered outdoors. The atmosphere is informal and communal.

Entertainment

Onboard programming centers on expedition presentations, natural-history interpretation and informal gatherings in the forward lounge and bar. The library, open bridge and observation deck provide additional ways to engage with the voyage.

Staterooms & suites

The ship has 52 cabins, including cabins and suites with large windows; the official operator lists capacity for 96 guests. Deck plans identify accommodation areas across the Main, Upper, Lounge and Bridge decks.

For families

The operator describes the ship as welcoming to children of all ages and groups. Expedition activities and exploration tools are designed for participatory, up-close experiences.

Pools, spa & wellness

A small wellness area and exercise equipment are available onboard, complementing the active expedition program.

Environmental features

The vessel’s small scale, shallow draft and expedition equipment support access to sites that larger ships cannot reach. No specific current environmental certification was confirmed in the reviewed sources.

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Itineraries & Sailings

9 Nights

Exploring Galápagos

Next: Oct 2, 2026
13 upcoming departures
9 Nights

Exploring Galápagos

Next: Apr 2, 2027
10 upcoming departures
9 Nights

Exploring Galápagos

Next: Sep 25, 2026
14 upcoming departures
9 Nights

Exploring Galápagos

Next: Apr 9, 2027
10 upcoming departures
15 Nights

Exploring Galápagos, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

Next: Aug 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Sep 25, 2026 Oct 4, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Oct 2, 2026 Oct 11, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Oct 9, 2026 Oct 18, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Oct 16, 2026 Oct 25, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Oct 23, 2026 Nov 1, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Oct 30, 2026 Nov 8, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Nov 6, 2026 Nov 15, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Nov 13, 2026 Nov 22, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Nov 20, 2026 Nov 29, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Nov 27, 2026 Dec 6, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Dec 4, 2026 Dec 13, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Dec 11, 2026 Dec 20, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Dec 18, 2026 Dec 27, 2026 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Dec 25, 2026 Jan 3, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jan 1, 2027 Jan 10, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jan 8, 2027 Jan 17, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jan 15, 2027 Jan 24, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jan 22, 2027 Jan 31, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jan 29, 2027 Feb 7, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Feb 5, 2027 Feb 14, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Feb 12, 2027 Feb 21, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Feb 19, 2027 Feb 28, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Feb 26, 2027 Mar 7, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Mar 5, 2027 Mar 14, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Mar 12, 2027 Mar 21, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Mar 19, 2027 Mar 28, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Mar 26, 2027 Apr 4, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Apr 2, 2027 Apr 11, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Apr 9, 2027 Apr 18, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Apr 16, 2027 Apr 25, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Apr 23, 2027 May 2, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Apr 30, 2027 May 9, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
May 7, 2027 May 16, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
May 14, 2027 May 23, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
May 21, 2027 May 30, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
May 28, 2027 Jun 6, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jun 4, 2027 Jun 13, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jun 11, 2027 Jun 20, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jun 18, 2027 Jun 27, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jun 25, 2027 Jul 4, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jul 2, 2027 Jul 11, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jul 9, 2027 Jul 18, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jul 16, 2027 Jul 25, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jul 23, 2027 Aug 1, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Jul 30, 2027 Aug 8, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Aug 6, 2027 Aug 15, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Aug 13, 2027 Aug 22, 2027 Exploring Galápagos 9 Book →
Aug 20, 2027 Sep 4, 2027 Exploring Galápagos, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca 15 Book →