The newly christened 48-guest National Geographic Gemini joins the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Galápagos fleet and provides an authentic, immersive Galápagos experience informed by their decades-long relationships with local communities and conservation groups.
Enjoy the outdoors on the Upper Deck, which features a whirlpool hot tub, and windowed fitness center and spa. An outdoor café on the Lounge Deck accommodates all guests in a single open seating, as does the restaurant on the Marina Deck. The open, windowed lounge for presentations and informal gatherings has a large bar, well-stocked library, and adjacent reception area.
National Geographic Gemini Highlights
- Launched in 2001 from the same shipyard as National Geographic Orion, National Geographic Gemini is a highly maneuverable, shallow-draft expedition ship purpose built to explore remote areas with ease.
- Sailing year round with a maximum of 48 guests, National Geographic Gemini offers guests the choice of larger suites, cabins with balconies, and a mix of doubles, solos, and triples.
- Carrying a fleet of quick-to-deploy Mark VI Zodiacs, a glass-bottom boat, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, the ship is well-equipped for exploring the islands and marine reserve. It is also stocked with snorkeling gear for all guests, including shortie wetsuits.
National Geographic Gemini Details
| Category | Description | Photos |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Upper Deck #601—Forward facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, separate living room with sofa bed for triple occupancy, and 195-square-foot forward-facing balcony with seating. Bedroom with queen or two twin beds, 50-square-foot side balcony, ample storage, mini fridge, and television. Large bathroom with rain shower. 460 square feet. |  |
| 6 | Upper Deck #604—Forward facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 195-square-foot forward-facing balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 250 square feet. Connects to 602 as family suite. |  |
| 5 | Upper Deck #602—Outside facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 205 square feet. Connects to 604 as family suite. |  |
| 5S (Single) | #509—Outside facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, one queen bed, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 175 square feet. |  |
| 4 | #500-508—Outside facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 205 square feet. 503/505 and 504/506 connect. 500 and 503 with convertible sofa bed for triple occupancy. |  |
| 2S (Single) | Lounge Deck, #401 and 402—Outside facing with a large window, choice of either a queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. Equal in size and amenities to other Category 2 cabins. 160 square feet. |  |
| 2 | Lounge Deck, #403-410, 412—Mid-ship, outside facing with a large window, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 160 square feet. |  |
| 1 | Lounge Deck, #411, 414, 415, 416—Forward cabins, outside facing with a large window, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 160 square feet. |  |
| Specification | Information |
|---|---|
| Built | 2001 at Cassens Schiffswerft (Emden, Germany) |
| Last Refurbished | 2024 |
| Former Names | Celebrity Xpedition, MS Xpedition, Sun Bay |
| Guests | 48 |
| Cabins | 28 |
| Crew | 57 |
| Tonnage (gross tons) | 2842 |
| Length (feet) | 296 |
| Width (Beam) (feet) | 43 |
| Depth (Draft) (feet) | N/A |
| Speed (knots) | 15 |
| Registry | Ecuador |
| Elevator | No |
| Accessible Cabins | No |
