National Geographic Endurance
LUXURY-EXPEDITION (126 GUESTS)
Introduction
Launching in 2020, the National Geographic Endurance is a next-generation expedition ship, purpose built for polar navigation. The Category A vessel is a fully stabilized, highly strengthened ship designed to navigate polar-passages and uncharted waters all year round. Designed to provide an extremely smooth ride in even the most adverse of conditions, reduced spray on deck and wave-splicing action making for superior observation.
Made for exploration, the National Geographic Endurance is outfitted with kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac landing crafts, underwater cameras, video microscopes to explain elements of the surrounding environments, a hydrophone to listen to the vocalisations of marine mammals, an open bridge to constantly talk to your captain and expedition crew along with snorkeling gear and wet suits for underwater excursions.
Please Note: As the National Geographic Endurance is still being built, all images featured are rendered and actual images may vary.
DATES AND PRICES
Prices in AU$ – per person twin share (triple share in triple cabins)
| Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Stars/Ends | CAT 1 | CAT 2 | CAT 3 | CAT 4 | CAT 5 | CAT 6 | CAT 7 | CAT A SOLO | CAT B SOLO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Svalbard in Spring: Polar Bears Arctic Light & Epic Ice | 4 Apr 20 | 13 Apr 20 | 10 | Oslo/Oslo | $14,500 | $14,970 | $18,250 | $20,250 | $22,490 | $25,880 | $28,740 | $22,820 | $25,320 |
| Svalbard in Spring: Polar Bears Arctic Light & Epic Ice | 11 Apr 20 | 20 Apr 20 | 10 | Oslo/Oslo | $14,500 | $14,970 | $18,250 | $20,250 | $22,490 | $25,880 | $28,740 | $22,820 | $25,320 |
| Svalbard in Spring: Polar Bears Arctic Light & Epic Ice | 18 Apr 20 | 27 Apr 20 | 10 | Oslo/Oslo | $14,500 | $14,970 | $18,250 | $20,250 | $22,490 | $25,880 | $28,740 | $22,820 | $25,320 |
| Svalbard in Spring: Polar Bears Arctic Light & Epic Ice | 25 Apr 20 | 4 May 20 | 10 | Oslo/Oslo | $14,500 | $14,970 | $18,250 | $20,250 | $22,490 | $25,880 | $28,740 | $22,820 | $25,320 |
| Norway’s Fjords and Arctic Svalbard | 2 May 20 | 17 May 20 | 16 | Oslo/Bergen | $24,280 | $24,990 | $30,550 | $33,920 | $37,640 | $43,290 | $48,050 | $38,190 | $42,390 |
| Norwegian Fjords and Scottish Isles | 17 May 20 | 24 May 20 | 8 | Bergen/Edinburgh | $9,970 | $10,250 | $12,490 | $13,740 | $15,250 | $17,490 | $19,420 | $15,620 | $17,180 |
| Norwegian Fjords and Scottish Isles | 24 May 20 | 31 May 20 | 8 | Edinburgh/Bergen | $9,970 | $10,250 | $12,490 | $13,740 | $15,250 | $17,490 | $19,420 | $15,620 | $17,180 |
| Norway’s Fjords and Arctic Svalbard | 31 May 20 | 15 Jun 20 | 16 | Bergen/Oslo | $24,280 | $24,990 | $30,550 | $33,920 | $37,640 | $43,290 | $48,050 | $38,190 | $42,390 |
| Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords | 13 Jun 20 | 22 Jun 20 | 10 | Oslo/Oslo | $12,870 | $13,240 | $16,150 | $17,930 | $19,900 | $22,890 | $25,400 | $20,190 | $22,420 |
| Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands & Iceland | 20 Jun 20 | 5 Jul 20 | 16 | Oslo/Reykjavik | $21,450 | $22,090 | $26,950 | $29,920 | $33,200 | $38,180 | $42,380 | $33,690 | $37,390 |
| Arctic Exploration: Voyage to Iceland, East Greenland & Norway | 5 Jul 20 | 20 July 20 | 16 | Reykjavik/Oslo | $21,450 | $22,090 | $26,950 | $29,920 | $33,200 | $38,180 | $42,380 | $33,690 | $37,390 |
| Northeast Passage: An Unforgettable Voyage from Norway to Alaska | 18 Jul 20 | 11 Aug 20 | 25 | Oslo/Anchorage | $43,400 | $44,730 | $54,580 | $60,580 | $67,230 | $77,320 | $85,980 | $68,230 | $75,730 |
| Northeast Passage: An Unforgettable Voyage from Norway to Alaska | 11 Aug 20 | 4 Sep 20 | 25 | Anchorage/Oslo | $43,400 | $44,730 | $54,580 | $60,580 | $67,230 | $77,320 | $85,980 | $68,230 | $75,730 |
| East Greenland: Wild Shores of the High Arctic | 2 Sep 20 | 20 Sep 20 | 19 | Oslo/Reykjavik | $29,840 | $30,740 | $37,490 | $41,620 | $46,190 | $53,120 | $58,950 | $46,870 | $52,020 |
| Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland | 20 Sep 20 | 1 Oct 20 | 12 | Reykjavik/Reykjavik | $15,650 | $16,100 | $19,620 | $21,590 | $23,970 | $27,480 | $30,500 | $24,520 | $26,990 |
Voyage price includes bar tab & staff gratuities onboard the National Geographic Explorer as well as kayaking
2020-21 VOYAGES
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 668 112 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
Cabins
Cat 7 Suite with Balcony Upper Deck #700-707, 712, 714-717 – These large cabins have private balconies with a comfortable sized bed. They have seating areas with convertible sofas which can accommodate an extra guest. Bathrooms are generously sized with a bathtub and shower, twin sinks and toilet. There is also a walk-in closet in the category 7 cabins.
Standard Cabin Amenities. The Category 7 suite is 40 square metres.
Cat 6 Suite with Bridge Deck #710 – These spacious cabins have private balconies, two lower single beds that can be converted into a queen, a writing desk, chairs, and a TV. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks. This suite is 32 square metres.
Cat 5 with Balcony Bridge Deck #708, 709, 711, 713 – These cabins feature a balcony with sliding glass doors, feature one queen-sized bed, a writing desk and chairs, climate controls, a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. Category 5 suites are 19 square metres.
Cat 4 with Balcony Lounge Deck #608, 610, 612, 613-623 – Cabins feature a balcony and a sofa. All cabins feature climate controls, a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. The dining room is on this deck and accommodates all guests at once. These cabins are 19 square metres.
Cat 3 with Balcony Main Deck #512-524 – Cabins feature two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), a balcony, sofa and ample storage. They have a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. Category 3 cabins are 19 square metres.
Cat 2 with Windows Fore Deck #410, 412, 414, 416-419, 421-427 – Cabins feature two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), and two large windows. They offer a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with sink, toilet and a roomy glass-wall shower stall, a TV showing the ship’s position and programming and alcove seating. Category 2 is 19 square metres.
Cat 1 Fore Deck #406, 408, 411, 413, 415.
Cabins feature two large windows. Most cabins feature two lower single beds some which can be converted to a queen. All rooms offer a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom sink, toilet and a roomy glass-wall shower stall, a TV showing the ship’s position and programming and alcove seating.
Cat Solo A with Balcony Main Deck #504-510, 513 – These cabins feature one lower single bed and a balcony, sofa, writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. Category A solo is 13m2.
Cat Solo B with Balcony Lounge Deck #604, 606, 609, 611 – These suites feature one lower single bed and a balcony, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-walled shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. The dining room and ship’s bow are easily accessible from these rooms.
Please note: All images of the National Geographic Endurance are renders, and some of the room features may slightly vary upon the ships completion.
Deck Plan
Ship Details
- Two restaurants
- Main lounge with full serviced bar
- Library well stocked with polar books & DVDs
- Photo workshop area
- Large dining room
- Theatre-style presentation room
- Gift shop
- Fitness room, wellness area and gym
- Glass enclosed yoga studio
- Outdoor hot tubs, Hot water spa, and plunge pool
- High and low-heat saunas with ocean views
For passengers utilising pre-expedition package with charter flights to/from Ushuaia:
Group transfer from airport to hotel in Buenos Aires (only for flight arrival at set time)
1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast and city tour in Buenos Aires
Group transfer from hotel to airport for charter flight to Ushuaia
Transfers from airport to pier for catamaran cruise including lunch
All passengers:
Cabin accommodation aboard cruise as selected
All meals aboard ship throughout your voyage
Non-alcoholic beverages including soft drinks, coffee, tea, hot chocolate as well as light snacks
Bar Tab and Crew Tips Included
Services of Expedition leader, naturalist staff and expert guides
Presentations on history, wildlife, geography, etc.
Zodiac cruises and shore excursions in Antarctica with expedition team
Use of kayaks
A fully-lined windproof, water-resistant parka (note: you are required to provide your own knee-high rubber boots with high-traction soles)
Hairdryer and bathrobes in every cabin
Ushuaia group departure transfer to airport
Guests: 126
Built: 2018-2020
Operator: National Geographic