National Geographic Islander

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SHIP OVERVIEW

Exploring Galápagos aboard the 48-guest National Geographic Islander allows you to experience the islands on an up-close, personal scale. Originally built for service in the Caribbean, and then later used for expeditions in the Scottish Highlands, the twin-hulled Islander has been sailing year-round in the Galápagos since 2004 and is perfectly suited to these wild islands. A nimble, modern ship, she offers an intimate environment and a friendly, convivial community quickly forms on board. Yacht-scaled and trim, her mahogany and gleaming brass fittings create a gracious and welcoming environment. Designed for active exploration, she can visit areas larger vessels can’t, and guests often compare Islander to being aboard a private yacht—one that’s as smart as she is lovely and dedicated to discovery. 

  • CRUISES
  • STATISTICS

STATISTICS

  • Year Built

    1995
  • Year Refurbished

  • Year Entered Present Fleet

  • Country of Registry

    Ecuador
  • Tonnage (GRT)

    5000
  • PAX (basis 2)

    48
  • Max Pax (inc. Uppers)

    48
  • Passenger Decks

    3
  • Number of Crew

    15
  • Officers' Nationality

  • Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality

STATEROOMS

  • Suites

    0
  • Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview

    24
  • Oceanview No Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview With Balcony

    0
  • Balconies

    0
  • Interior

    0
  • Accessible

    20
  • Total Number of Accommodations

    1000
  • SUITE
  • BALCONY
  • OCEANVIEW
  • INSIDE

Deck Plans

SHIP REVIEWS

OVERALL RATING

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galapagos islands

NOVEMBER

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PROS

excellent naturalists, very professional and competent staff, good size boat

CONS

very small bathroom, should include wine and beer with meals like most upscale vendors

RECOMMENDED

Yes

naturalists were excellent, staff on board were excellent, food was good, could have been a little more variety, however, that was not purpose of trip. Bathroom is very tiny, itinerary was excellent as well as the variety of excursions and snorkeling. nice that they provide wetsuits.

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