• Lars-Eric Lindblad led the first civilian expedition to Antarctica in January 1966.
• The company now sails to over one hundred destinations globally, including the Galápagos and Europe.
• New innovations include the National Geographic Endurance and private flights to Antarctica.
• A special anniversary offer provides up to twenty percent savings on select upcoming voyages.

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is celebrating a monumental milestone, marking sixty years since Lars-Eric Lindblad pioneered modern expedition travel. On January 23, 1966, Lindblad led the first-ever group of non-scientific travelers to Antarctica, forever changing the landscape of global exploration. This historic voyage opened up one of the world’s most remote frontiers to curious adventurers and established the philosophy that how we see the world matters. Just a year later, the company continued its trailblazing legacy by launching the first civilian expeditions to the Galápagos Islands, solidifying its role as a leader in educational and immersive travel.

Today, under the leadership of CEO Natalya Leahy, the company continues to honor that original vision while expanding its reach to over 100 destinations across seven continents. The fleet now includes state-of-the-art vessels like the National Geographic Endurance, the first polar class ship built specifically for civilian expeditions. Innovation remains a core value, with new offerings such as private charter flights for the “Fly the Drake Passage” itinerary providing easier access to Antarctica.

To commemorate this diamond anniversary, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has launched “The Expedition That Started It All” promotion. This celebratory offer invites new generations of explorers to experience the magic of discovery with significant savings of up to twenty percent on select 2026 and 2027 voyages. It is a fitting tribute to six decades of creating life-changing moments and fostering a deeper connection between travelers and the planet.