Our Alliance with Lindblad Expeditions
National Geographic Sea Lion
Accommodating just 62 guests in 31 outside cabins, the National Geographic Sea Lion is large enough to operate in remote environments in comfort, yet small enough to enter ports and inlets inaccessible to bigger ships. The ship carries sea kayaks and a fleet of Zodiacs, providing easy access to coastlines and other places of interest. Each cabin faces outside. All cabins have windows and are attractively and comfortably furnished with lower berths, private bathrooms, reading lights, and individual climate control. The Sea Lion is authorized to operate in the Tongass National Forest under a Forest Service Special Use Permit.
Ship-Sea Lion
National Geographic Sea Lion
An early-morning stretch class on the ship's teak deck
Setting the table in the intimate dining room
Expeditions on the National Geographic Sea Lion
- Alaska, British Columbia, and San Juan Islands
- Alaska Family Voyage
- Alaska's Inside Passage
- Costa Rica and Panama Birding Expedition
- Costa Rica and the Panama Canal
- Costa Rica and the Panama Canal Photography Expedition
- In the Wake of Lewis & Clark
Learn More About Our Small Ships
- National Geographic Explorer
- National Geographic Endeavour
- National Geographic Islander
- National Geographic Sea Bird
- National Geographic Sea Lion
"National Geographic was founded more than a century ago based on the aspirations of individuals who wanted to see and understand the world, and share their knowledge with as many people as possible. Together with Lindblad, we are enhancing opportunities for research and discovery for our guests and everyone who cares about the planet."
— John Fahey, President and CEO, National Geographic Society
