expedition cruise line
Lindblad Expeditions
16 ships in the fleet
Why Book With Waterways Cruise?
Four decades of expertise, one dedicated advisor, and every detail handled — from your front door to the gangway and back.
Personal Service — Your Own Cruise Concierge
One dedicated advisor who knows your name and your preferences — not a call center, and never a stranger. Same person, start to finish.
Tailor-Made — 100% Custom-Built
This is not a package. Flights, hotels, transfers and shore days — all planned from scratch around how you actually like to travel.
Expertise — 40+ Years in Travel
Founded by J. Richard, a four-decade veteran of the travel industry, and solely focused on premium river and ocean cruising.
Security — Book With Total Confidence
A proud member of Signature Travel Network — with shipboard credits, exclusive perks, and your vacation investment protected.
Lindblad Expeditions is a world-renowned pioneer in active, responsible expedition travel, operating in exclusive partnership with National Geographic. Utilizing a highly advanced fleet of nimble expedition ships equipped with Zodiacs, kayaks, and underwater cameras, Lindblad delivers immersive journeys to global frontiers like the Galápagos, Antarctica, and the Arctic. Voyages are led by elite teams of National Geographic photographers, certified naturalists, and undersea specialists who provide deep educational insights. Lindblad focuses on scientific discovery, environmental conservation, and active exploration, offering curious travelers a profound, transformative look at our planet.