Explore Darwin's islands in one action-filled week aboard the elegant National Geographic Islander ll. Witness the iconic wildlife that sparked the theory of evolution by natural selection, snorkel pristine waters teeming with sea lions and sea turtles, and hike black-sand beaches and lush highlands.

The ultimate Southern Ocean experience, this South Georgia Island cruise expedition takes you into majestically spectacular wildness. Not even the vast migrations of Africa can rival the awesomeness of seeing a king penguin colony of tens of thousands individuals stretching as far as the eye can see. Or albatross colonies that fill the windward edges of the remote islands they call home.

Set sail on a sweeping journey across the South Pacific, discovering the storied archipelagos and seldom-seen islands that lie between Tahiti and Fiji. Explore volcanic peaks rising above turquoise lagoons, coral atolls shimmering with marine life, lush rainforests alive with birdsong and lava-carved caves that reveal dramatic geological forces. In villages and sacred cultural sites, encounter traditions that have endured for centuries, guiding Polynesian seafarers across the vast Pacific and shaping the spirit of these vibrant communities.

Drawing from 55+ years of sharing the icy wilds of Antarctica with adventurous guests, this voyage is an action-packed exploration of the continent with the pioneers of Antarctic cruising. Save travel time by flying directly from South America to the Antarctic peninsula, where we embark the National Geographic Orion, purpose-built for polar waters.