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January 15, 2025

Lindblad Expeditions: National Geographic Orion

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Cruise Inclusions

15-nights accommodations
All meals aboard ship
And more

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Optional roundtrip airfare.
Optional pre or post cruise nights.

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Cross International Dateline Cross International Dateline 01/15/2025 Depart the U.S. and fly across the International Date Line. Arrive in Lautoka. Take a tour of western Viti Levu Island before embarking National Geographic Orion. (Day 2: L,D),	01/15/2025	01/15/2025
Air Travel Air Travel 01/16/2025 Depart the U.S. and fly across the International Date Line. Arrive in Lautoka. Take a tour of western Viti Levu Island before embarking National Geographic Orion. (Day 2: L,D),	01/16/2025	01/16/2025
Nadi Nadi 01/16/2025 Depart the U.S. and fly across the International Date Line. Arrive in Lautoka. Take a tour of western Viti Levu Island before embarking National Geographic Orion. (Day 2: L,D),	01/16/2025	01/16/2025
Cruise Starts (Embarkation) Cruise Starts (Embarkation) 01/16/2025 Depart the U.S. and fly across the International Date Line. Arrive in Lautoka. Take a tour of western Viti Levu Island before embarking National Geographic Orion. (Day 2: L,D),	01/16/2025	01/16/2025
Lautoka Lautoka 01/16/2025 Depart the U.S. and fly across the International Date Line. Arrive in Lautoka. Take a tour of western Viti Levu Island before embarking National Geographic Orion. (Day 2: L,D),	01/16/2025	01/16/2025
Kadavu Island	01/17/2025	01/17/2025
Beqa, Fiji	01/18/2025	01/18/2025
Taveuni Island Taveuni Island 01/19/2025 Explore Kadavu's stunning beauty. Witness a dramatic firewalking ceremony at Beqa Island. Explore Taveuni, Fiji's third-largest island, known as "The Garden Island" for its rich vegetation, which includes several species found nowhere else in the world. Experience warm Fijian welcomes at the village of Waitabu and snorkel in one of the Pacific's most successful community marine parks. Explore the waterfalls of nearby Bouma National Heritage Park and dive nearby reefs. (B,L,D),	01/19/2025	01/19/2025
Futuna	01/20/2025	01/20/2025
Wallis Wallis 01/21/2025 One of France's South Pacific territories, the tiny island nation of Wallis and Futuna lies between Samoa and Fiji. In Futuna, stop at a historic "cannibal oven" and learn of the history of these fascinating people before a warrior dance performance in front of the Cathedral of Poi. In Wallis, we are greeted with local dancing and singing. Visit the beautiful crater lake Lalolalo and a cathedral built of blue volcanic stone and chiseled by hand. (B,L,D),	01/21/2025	01/21/2025
Samoa (Independent State of) Samoa (Independent State of) 01/22/2025 With its spectacular beaches and dense green foliage, hidden waterfalls, and lava-sculpted landscapes, Samoa captures the essence of the South Pacific. During our time on these islands, hike through rain forests vibrant with flowers and birds, take a dip in a swimming hole, go snorkeling or diving, and soak up the languid rhythms of island life that drew Robert Louis Stevenson to these shores. Cross the International Date Line and enjoy life aboard National Geographic Orion as we sail east toward the Cook Islands. (B,L,D),	01/22/2025	01/24/2025
At Sea At Sea 01/25/2025 With its spectacular beaches and dense green foliage, hidden waterfalls, and lava-sculpted landscapes, Samoa captures the essence of the South Pacific. During our time on these islands, hike through rain forests vibrant with flowers and birds, take a dip in a swimming hole, go snorkeling or diving, and soak up the languid rhythms of island life that drew Robert Louis Stevenson to these shores. Cross the International Date Line and enjoy life aboard National Geographic Orion as we sail east toward the Cook Islands. (B,L,D),	01/25/2025	01/25/2025
Cross International Dateline Cross International Dateline 01/25/2025 With its spectacular beaches and dense green foliage, hidden waterfalls, and lava-sculpted landscapes, Samoa captures the essence of the South Pacific. During our time on these islands, hike through rain forests vibrant with flowers and birds, take a dip in a swimming hole, go snorkeling or diving, and soak up the languid rhythms of island life that drew Robert Louis Stevenson to these shores. Cross the International Date Line and enjoy life aboard National Geographic Orion as we sail east toward the Cook Islands. (B,L,D),	01/25/2025	01/25/2025
At Sea At Sea 01/25/2025 With its spectacular beaches and dense green foliage, hidden waterfalls, and lava-sculpted landscapes, Samoa captures the essence of the South Pacific. During our time on these islands, hike through rain forests vibrant with flowers and birds, take a dip in a swimming hole, go snorkeling or diving, and soak up the languid rhythms of island life that drew Robert Louis Stevenson to these shores. Cross the International Date Line and enjoy life aboard National Geographic Orion as we sail east toward the Cook Islands. (B,L,D),	01/25/2025	01/25/2025
Cook Islands	01/26/2025	01/26/2025
At Sea At Sea 01/27/2025 Today, we let nature be our guide as we discover the pristine Cook Islands. Perhaps snorkel or dive among colorful coral, or choose to kayak or stand up paddleboard in the warm, crystal waters. (B,L,D),	01/27/2025	01/28/2025
Raiatea Raiatea 01/29/2025 Spend the morning on deck while at sea, mesmerized by deep, sea-blue water while scanning the horizon for marine mammals and seabirds. One of the most important cultural sites in the Polynesian world, Marae Taputapuatea was a center for Polynesian seafarers and the location from which they set out for Rapa Nui (Easter Island), Hawaii, and New Zealand. Spend time exploring this site on Ra'iatea, then refresh yourself with a swim in the island's lagoon. We transit to the nearby island of Taha'a overnight. Surrounded by a sparkling turquoise lagoon, Taha'a waters beckon: choose to snorkel, swim, kayak, or just enjoy your surroundings from the white sandy beach. (B,L,D),	01/29/2025	01/29/2025
Taha'a Taha'a 01/29/2025 Spend the morning on deck while at sea, mesmerized by deep, sea-blue water while scanning the horizon for marine mammals and seabirds. One of the most important cultural sites in the Polynesian world, Marae Taputapuatea was a center for Polynesian seafarers and the location from which they set out for Rapa Nui (Easter Island), Hawaii, and New Zealand. Spend time exploring this site on Ra'iatea, then refresh yourself with a swim in the island's lagoon. We transit to the nearby island of Taha'a overnight. Surrounded by a sparkling turquoise lagoon, Taha'a waters beckon: choose to snorkel, swim, kayak, or just enjoy your surroundings from the white sandy beach. (B,L,D),	01/29/2025	01/29/2025
Papeete	01/30/2025	01/30/2025

Lindblad Expeditions: National Geographic Orion

Featuring 53 cabins, the gracious and intimate National Geographic Orion takes travelers to little-known waters and isles in New Zealand, Australia, French Polynesia, the Pacific Islands, Asia, and the Mediterranean to experience each location's natural and cultural wonders up close. National Geographic Orion's elevated maneuverability allows for navigation of inshore waters, secluded bays, and sinuous rivers–practically anywhere accessible by sea.

Ship Highlights

All accommodations are outside, and most cabins feature oversized picture windows that connects with the passing views
The spacious lounge is the heart of expedition community, and is suited for spirited cocktail hours
Relax in the comfort of Orion’s main or observation lounges
Public Spaces such as Library, Bar and Theatre affords stunning 270º views

Ship Statistics

Maiden Voyage: 2003
Registry: Germany

Passenger Capacity: 102

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Private Safe
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Internet Access
Internet access is available at an additional charge, and there are several ways to get online. A laptop is available in the library with internet connection. Internet access is also available in your cabin via an Ethernet cable using your own laptop. If your laptop is wireless enabled, you may use it anywhere in the observation lounge or the main lounge. A satellite phone is available for phone calls at additional charge, and an Iridium satellite phone is also available for emergency use.

Oceanview

Oceanview Stateroom (01) $16,570

Category: 01

Cat 1 #316, 318-321. Cabins feature a luminous oval window and configurable beds: two single beds, two beds converted to a queen-size bed, or a queen size bed. An armchair, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Dinner is served in the dining room, located on this deck.

Oceanview Stateroom (02) $20,099

Category: 02

Cat 2 #302-312, 314, 315, 317. Cabins feature a luminous oval window and configurable beds: two single beds, two beds converted to a queen-size bed, or a queen size bed. An armchair, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized, and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Dinner is served in the dining room, located on this deck.

Oceanview Stateroom (1S) Call for pricing

Category: 1S

Cat 1S #301, 322, 323. These solo cabins feature a window or two portholes, a queen-size bed, except for #301 which has a double bed, writing desk and chair, climate controls, reading lamps, and a TV. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a roomy shower stall with a glass door. Dinner is served in the dining room, located on this deck.

Suite

Suite with Window (03) $23,304

Category: 03

Cat 3 Suite with Window #401-412, 414-419. These suites feature a sitting area with a large window, a sofa–except slightly smaller #401 & #402–an armchair or two, writing/laptop desk, reading lamps, flat screen TV, & climate controls. Beds are configurable (call for details). Marble bathrooms include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. The main lounge is the social heart of the ship, on this deck, along with the outdoor café where breakfast & lunch are served.

Deluxe Suite (04) $25,722

Category: 04

Cat 4 Deluxe Suite with Window #511, 515. These two suites feature separate sleeping and sitting areas, with a chair and armchair and a two-cushion sofa facing an expansive window. Beds are configurable (call for details). Ample storage, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door.

Suite with French Balcony (05) $31,007

Category: 05

Cat 5 Suite with French Balcony #501, 503-506, 508. These spacious suites feature open living areas and sliding glass doors opening to a shared French balcony. Beds are configurable (call for details.) A sitting area with arm chairs and a sofa, a writing/laptop desk, well-placed reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls complete the decor. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door.

Suite with Window (3S) Call for pricing

Category: 3S

Cat 3S Suite with Window #512. This solo suite features two beds and two large windows, plus two armchairs and small table, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls. The marble bathroom is generously sized and includes a spacious shower stall with a glass door.

Prices are per person and include cabin fare, taxes, fees, excursions and all meals while onboard.  Airfare is available at an additional charge unless otherwise stated.

Price is per person, double occupancy.

Costs Include: All accommodations aboard ships or in hotels per itinerary or similar, all meals , nonalcoholic beverages* aboard ship and meals on land as indicated, air transportation where indicated as included, shore excursions, sightseeing and entrance fees, special access permits, transfers to and from group flights, use of taxes and service charges, and services of our expedition staff.
*Alcoholic beverages except super-premium brands and crew tips now included on Explorer and Orion.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

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