National Geographic Resolution is a 138-guest Lindblad Expeditions expedition ship, in service since 2021. This page lists 26 upcoming departures across 16 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
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A small ship at 12,786 gross tons — #289 of 565 ships we track. 93 tons of ship per guest.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
National Geographic Resolution is a purpose-built polar expedition ship designed for remote-region exploration. The 138-guest vessel carries a substantial expedition team and features Polar Class 5, Category A ice capability, full stabilization, and Ulstein’s X-BOW design. Its intimate scale, outside-facing accommodations, expedition equipment, and access to the Bridge support a travel style centered on wildlife, landscapes, and interpretation rather than conventional resort cruising.
The ship is Polar Class 5, Category A and uses Ulstein’s X-BOW design for improved comfort in rough seas. Expedition equipment includes Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, snowshoes, cross-country skis, and specialized underwater-viewing equipment.
Dining includes the 270-degree Restaurant 270°, lighter made-to-order options, and intimate small-group dining. Seating is unassigned and flexible, with sustainable choices emphasized.
Public spaces include an observation lounge, library, main lounge with bar and presentation technology, photo workshop area, and open Bridge access. Programming is focused on expedition briefings, films, presentations, and destination interpretation.
The ship has 76 cabins across six decks, with outside-facing accommodations, large windows or balconies, private bathrooms, climate control, Wi-Fi, and expedition-command-center tablets or docking facilities.
The ship provides expedition equipment and guided activities suitable for active travelers, including kayaking, shore landings, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. No dedicated children’s facilities were confirmed in the reviewed sources.
Wellness facilities include a gym, yoga studio, spa, ocean-view saunas, and infinity-style outdoor hot tubs.
The vessel was designed with fuel-efficiency features including the X-BOW, expanded fuel and water capacity for remote operations, and a CleanDesign classification notation. Lindblad also describes sustainable dining choices onboard.
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| Antarctica | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Australia & Pacific | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alaska | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other / multi-region | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
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National Geographic Resolution is registered in Bahamas.
National Geographic Resolution carries about 138 guests with roughly 116 crew.
National Geographic Resolution entered service in 2021.
At 12,786 gross tons and 124 m long, National Geographic Resolution is a small ship — larger than 48% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
