National Geographic Explorer
National Geographic Explorer — the ship that 40 years of expedition experience built — debuted in August 2008. The newest addition to the fleet, it is designed for 21st-century exploration offering guests an environment of adventure, comfort and informality. A state-of-the-art 1A ice-class expedition ship, National Geographic Explorer accommodates 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to navigate remote passages, and carries the most innovative tools for exploring from polar to tropical regions and the undersea.
Deck Plans
| Cat 1 | C Deck - Cabins 301-308. Double with porthole. |
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| Cat 2 | C Deck - Cabins 317-320, 335-336. Double with window. |
| Cat 2S | C Deck Solo - Cabins 309-312, 329-334. Single cabins with window |
| Cat 3 | D and E Deck - Cabins 103-104, 107-108, 201-202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228. Double with window. |
| Cat 3S | D and E Solo - Cabins 105-106, 203, 208. Single cabins with window. |
| Cat 4 | C Deck - Cabins 313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344, 346, 348, 350. Long double with window. |
| Cat 5 | C Deck - Cabins 341, 343. Oversize double with window, no balcony. |
| Cat 6 | D Deck - Cabins 209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224. Double with balcony. |
| Cat 7 | E Deck Suites with no balcony - 101-102. D Deck Suite with balcony - 213. |
| Cat 8 | D Deck - Suites with balcony. 215, 219, 230. |
Shared accomodations: Available in Categories 1 and 2.
Public areas:
Bistro Bar; Chart Room; Restaurant; Elevator on guest decks; Global Gallery; Library, Lounge with full service bar and state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations; Mud Room with lockers for expedition gear, and Observation Lounge. Our 'Open Bridge' provides guests an opportunity to meet our Officers and Captain and learn about navigation.
Meals
Single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair.
Cabins
All cabins face outside with windows or portholes, private facilities and climate controls.
Expedition Equipment
Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, SplashCam, underwater video camera, video microscope.
Special Features
A full-time doctor, Undersea Specialist, LEX Photo Specialist and Video Chronicler, Internet cafe and laundry.
Wellness
The vessel is staffed by two Wellness Specialists and features a glass-enclosed Fitness Center, outdoor stretching area, two LEXspa treatment rooms and Sauna.
