Comfort & convenience in every cabin

Air-conditioning

The ship is air-conditioned and heated when appropriate throughout. Each cabin has controls for regulating airflow.

Cabin keys

*Note that the cabins do not have keys. Your cabin can be locked from the inside.

lectrical current

Each cabin has 220-volt outlets, and in addition each bathroom has a 220-volt outlet that can only be used for razors, battery chargers, or other appliances that draw small amounts of current. The 220-volt outlets take continental two-pin plugs.

Luggage storage

Your cabin has been designed so that luggage can be stored under your bed (clearance is approximately 11 inches). There is also a closet with space to hang and store clothing. Suitcases can be stored for you on board the ship for the duration of the voyage.

Smoking

Smoking is allowed only in designated outdoor areas. Smoking is not permitted in enclosed areas, including guest cabins.

Valuables

Each cabin is equipped with a small safety deposit box. However, we recommend that you leave jewelry and other valuables at home.

Outfitted to discover the islands & undersea

National Geographic Endeavour II is outfitted to connect you with the wildest places in Galapagos.

Snorkeling gear & wetsuits

On the first day of your expedition you'll be fitted with a mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, and, if you choose, a snorkel buoyancy vest. These are yours to use for the duration of the expedition - so there's no need to pack and tote your own gear. The 3mm shorty wetsuits allow you to stay in the cool water of Galapagos longer, and protect your skin from the equatorial sun. Guests who own masks with prescription lenses, or prefer to use thicker, full-length wetsuits are welcome to bring their own gear.

Zodiacs

Key to our operation is our fleet of Zodiacs, which we use to land on remote islands that would otherwise be inaccessible. With eight of these boats used every time we disembark, we're able to transfer everyone off the ship quickly, so you can be out on adventures, not idly waiting. These sturdy inflatable craft are the same time-tested brand Jacques Cousteau used in his expeditions for over 30 years. They are widely recognized as the safest and most versatile small boats afloat. The Zodiacs we use are 19 feet long, powered by four-stroke outboard engines, and are capable of carrying 12 to 14 people with ease.

Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards

A fleet of kayaks and stand-up paddle boards allow you to explore scenic shorelines - where you might encounter sea lions, penguins, and more. Our naturalists will help novices with technique, while experts have the opportunity to explore further afield.

Glass-bottom Zodiac

Explore the undersea while staying dry aboard our glass-bottom Zodiac. A naturalist is always aboard to identify reef fish and other wildlife.

Underwater camera

Your undersea specialist will dive at snorkeling sites, shooting video to share during Recap in Endeavour II's lounge - it's when you find out more about the vibrant undersea you're exploring.

Video microscope

See the tiny flora and fauna that lives in the rich waters surrounding Galapagos. Your naturalist will collect plankton using a special net, and then you'll be able to view this fascinating microscopic life on the high-definition screens in the lounge as your naturalist explains it.

Your moving basecamp for exploring the islands

Purpose built in 2005 for expedition cruising in the waters of Tierra del Fuego, the National Geographic Endeavour II underwent a major refit for Galapagos service in 2016 with an all new forward lounge, library, gym & spa along with new fixtures and furniture in cabins, new suites and other amenities throughout. Sophisticated and energy efficient lighting, air-conditioning, water-making and other technical features were also installed or replaced for year-round operation in equatorial waters. The ship, which previously carried 136 passengers, accommodates 96 guests in 52 thoughtfully appointed cabins. She is exceptionally nimble and maneuverable, with a shallow draft to get up close, great viewing from all public spaces, an expansive open-air observation deck, large windows in cabins and suites, and state-of-the-art tools for exploration. National Geographic Endeavour II replaced the much loved National Geographic Endeavour in December 2016.

Galapagos with the luxury of choice

Accommodating 96 guests in 52 cabins and suites, National Geographic Endeavour II caters to a sociable mix of families, friends, couples and solo travelers. The Galapagos cruise ship offers the choice of suites on two decks, double cabins with beds that can be configured as two twins or a queen, seven sets of connecting cabins for families and friends, triple cabins, and dedicated solo cabins, which are equal in size and amenities to the doubles. All have a large window or windows.

Her dining room easily accommodates our entire expedition community for a single seating, and unassigned table settings make for a gregarious experience for solo travelers and groups. The brand new forward lounge features a redesigned presentation space that offers all aboard chance to participate in evening Recaps or special guest events. Life aboard is casual in every respect. There is no need for formal clothing, although you are welcome to bring casually festive attire for the fun of it. And you'll find shipboard services like laundry make packing and traveling more convenient.

Equipped for active exploration

Endeavour II is equipped with cool tools for exploration that help you experience the full range of wildness on a Galapagos island trip.

Cruise ship staff and services that anticipate your every need

An attentive, expert hotel staff and well-thought-out amenities ensure a comfortable shipboard life.

Staying connected

National Geographic Endeavour II is equipped with enhanced Wi-Fi, available throughout public spaces and in your cabin at an additional cost. Internet cards are sold aboard ship. Given our remote location, satellite service can be spotty and the high-speed connection for video and uploads is not available. The satellite phone is available for phone calls for an additional charge. Keep informed with the daily news back home with a condensed version of The New York Times printed aboard each day. Copies are available in the lounge.

Photo kiosks for photographers

Three iMac stations are available, in the ship's lounge and library, for sorting and transferring your photos. They're equipped with a digital media reader and USB outlets. Bring along an external hard drive or USB drive (or several) to store and back up your photos. Use of the photo kiosks is complimentary, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Laundry

At an additional charge, the ship's staff will handle personal laundry and pressing. There are no facilities for dry cleaning on board.

Beverage Station

Complimentary reusable metal water bottles and a pitcher of filtered water are placed in your cabin each day. The library offers hot coffee, tea, espresso, and soda 24 hours a day. Whether or not the bar is open, a self-service refrigerator is always stocked with Ecuadorian beer.

Doctor

A doctor is aboard Endeavour II and available 24 hours a day free of charge.

Exploring Galapagos with the luxury of comfort

You'll find that Galapagos cruise travel is relaxing and enlightening - the perfect place for respite between activities - strolling beaches, hiking among abundant wildlife, kayaking, and exploring the undersea.

Dining: taste the region

Our dining room accommodates the entire expedition community in a single seating, and many tables accommodate an odd number of people to encourage easy mingling. Independent travelers will find a welcome everywhere. Dress is always casual and the general ambience is relaxed and informal.

Every meal is a delight and often a discovery - a window, so to speak, on the region you're exploring. All food served aboard is fresh, local and delicious; sourced from suppliers that share our values of sustainability whenever possible, and often inflected with regional flavors.

Breakfast is served buffet-style, with eggs and other dishes made to order. Enjoy freshly baked pastries, and a bounty of fresh, tropical fruits and fresh-squeezed fruit juices. An early riser continental breakfast is also served each morning, often on deck as conditions permit. Lunch is most often buffet, though occasionally served family style, and there is also an option of a light lunch served on deck. Dinners are plated and served in the dining room, except for the evening when a barbecue is held on the expensive open-air observation deck. Whether a meal is buffet-style or served, our gracious waitstaff is ever-present to attend to your every need.

During lunch and dinner your expedition leader, naturalists, and any guest speakers aboard will join you for meals, and during breakfast they often sit together to plan the logistics of our exciting Galapagos cruise tours.

Expansive public spaces for gathering and relaxing

Endeavour II features expansive public spaces with room to roam and discover the ship's nooks and crannies. Gather with friends over cocktails in the evening or find a spot all to yourself, with a book, at midday. On a clear night, head to the ship's observation deck and ask a naturalist to point out the Southern Cross, or venture to the bridge to mark the Equator crossing on the ship's compass.

• Bridge: You're invited to the ship's bridge to see the calm business of navigation unfold. Ask the watch officer questions about sailing the Galapagos Islands. Or help yourself to the ever-ready binoculars to scan the horizon. There may occasionally be times, such as late at night or due to security regulations, when the bridge must be restricted to shipboard personnel only, but otherwise, you are always welcome.

• Lounge: The forward lounge is the heart of our expedition community, where we hold the cocktail hour and Recap each evening. It's also where you'll gather for lectures, photography talks, and guest speaker presentations. Forward of the lounge is an open-air deck, ideal for keeping watch for wildlife or having morning coffee.

• Bar: The bar is typically open from 11 a.m. until one hour after lunch begins and from 5 p.m. until closing. A variety of beverages are available for purchase including beer, cocktails, a daily specialty drink, spirits, and wine by the glass or bottle. There are also 24-hour self-service beverage stations in the library and the forward lounge with coffee, tea, soft drinks, water, ice, and snacks.

• Library: The library, easily the finest library in the islands, is located on the bridge deck. It includes a wide range of novels, puzzles, reference, and illustrated books. It's a quiet, cool place to relax, browse maps of the islands, and watch the scenery glide past.

• Wellness: an uplifting aspect of your expedition The pure wildness of Galapagos is naturally uplifting. Add to that a variety of spa treatments available aboard, and you'll find your expedition relaxing as well as revitalizing. Massages, body treatments, facials, and hand and foot treatments inspired by the natural beauty of Galapagos, are all available in the LEXspa.

• Fitness center: Adjacent to the library, it contains a variety of cardio equipment as well as free weights. Simply ask the wellness specialist if you'd like a yoga mat, exercise bands, or sets of small hand weights to use in your cabin as well.

• The Global Gallery: a window on local talent A celebration of the talent of local artisans, the global gallery showcases and sells items made by the people of Galapagos and Ecuador. You may find hand-carved wooden chess sets and masks, jewelry crafted from recycled glass beads, woven sun hats and locally made bags, locally grown coffee and avocado oil, plus books by some of your naturalists. The items in the global gallery evolve as we meet and work with talented locals. Every item purchased in the Global Gallery contributes to the Lindblad Artisan Fund, which supports artisans in communities around the world to develop their potential more effectively and successfully. The Global Gallery is located on the Bridge deck.