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Featuring 53 cabins, the gracious and intimate National Geographic Orion takes travelers to little-known waters and isles in the Pacific Islands, Antarctica and the Mediterranean to experience each location's natural and cultural wonders up close. With her high ice-class rating, National Geographic Orion is strong enough to explore the polar regions, yet her elevated maneuverability allows for navigation practically anywhere accessible by sea.

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Ship Category

Passenger Ship

Capacity

102 Guests

76 Staff & Crew

Decks & Cabins

6 Decks

53 Cabins

Dimensions

Length: 337 feet

Beam: 46 feet

Highlights

An authentic expedition ship, purpose-built for exploring the South Pacific, Asia, Antarctica, the Mediterranean, and beyond
  • National Geographic Orion's elevated maneuverability allows for navigation of inshore waters, secluded bays and sinuous rivers–practically anywhere accessible by sea.

  • At the helm of National Geographic Orion is an expert crew, capable of handling intricate operations that large cruise ships could never attempt. The ship features modern navigational equipment and technological abilities that allow her to navigate safely, even in uncharted waters​.

  • Of her many amenities and features, the most appealing is her outdoor dining and deck space, which offers a range of panoramic views of every region’s rich avian and marine life.

Guests Celebrating the ship National Geographic Orion in Pack Ice, Crystal Sound, Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean, Antarctica.

Explore the Ship

Public spaces include two dining areas; lounge with bar and state-of-the-art presentation facilities; OM System Photo Gear Locker; sundeck with a whirlpool hot tub that doubles as a plunge pool in warm climates; observation lounge and library; fitness center and spa; plus open access to the Bridge, the Captain, officers, and on-duty wildlife spotters. Meals are served in the dining room, or weather permitting, the outdoor café, at a single seating with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menus feature sustainable choices, local where possible.

Guests in the Observation Lounge and Library on the ship National Geographic Orion.

DECKS AND CABINS

View our deck maps to explore cabin options and the public spaces you'll enjoy onboard.

Expeditions

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  • Mediterranean
  • Europe
Ancient Mediterranean: Exploring Greece, Croatia and Albania
Duration
8 Days
Dates
May, Aug, Sep
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Was A$11,029A$9,374 per person
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  • Mediterranean
  • Europe
Crossroads of the Ancient World: Exploring Greece and Turkey
Duration
11 Days
Dates
May, Sep
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Was A$19,100A$16,235 per person
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  • Antarctica
Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage
Duration
10-12 Days
Dates
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
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A$18,446 per person
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  • Antarctica
Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage 9-Day
Duration
9 Days
Dates
Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec
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Was A$20,433A$18,011 per person
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  • Patagonia
  • South America
Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina's Staten Island
Duration
10 Days
Dates
Feb
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A$20,000 per person
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  • Europe
  • Mediterranean
Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia and Beyond
Duration
13 Days
Dates
Apr, Jun, Aug, Sep
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A$17,143 per person
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  • Mediterranean
  • Europe
Greek Isles Odyssey: Mythology, History and Cerulean Seas
Duration
8 Days
Dates
Apr, Jun, Jul, Sep
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A$11,050 per person
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  • Mediterranean
  • Europe
Crossroads of the Adriatic and Aegean: Greece, Croatia and Albania
Duration
15 Days
Dates
Jul, Aug
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  • Mediterranean
  • Europe
Mediterranean and Adriatic Exploration: Greece, Croatia and Beyond
Duration
15 Days
Dates
Aug
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Was A$22,169A$18,843 per person
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  • Mediterranean
  • Europe
Croatia's Dalmatian Coast and Montenegro
Duration
8 Days
Dates
Aug
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Was A$13,604A$11,564 per person
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  • South Pacific
Easter Island to Tahiti: Tales of the Pacific
Duration
16 or 18 Days
Dates
Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct
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Was A$33,986A$28,888 per person
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  • Antarctica
Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage
Duration
8-10 Days
Dates
Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec
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Was A$18,016A$15,956 per person

Video

Meet the Fleet: Life On Board National Geographic Orion

  • Jan 2024

In 2025, National Geographic Orion will chart a new course, taking travelers on a series of immersive expeditions from the Mediterranean to Mozambique. This elegant, 53-cabin ship transports guests to the rarest corners of the globe in superlative comfort, with world-class dining, rejuvenating wellness spaces, and a sun-drenched observation deck ideal for taking in panoramic vistas. In this video, discover the premier onboard amenities and state-of-the-art expedition tools that will bring you closer to the natural and cultural wonders of Asia, Oceania, the Mediterranean, and beyond.

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