National Geographic Orion

Featuring 53 cabins, the gracious and intimate National Geographic Orion takes travelers to little-known waters and isles in the South Pacific, Australia, and Indonesia 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 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?. She currently holds the distinction of having sailed further south than any other vessel in the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic fleet. National Geographic Orion offers guests a spirited, almost clubby environment onboard. Of her many amenities and features, the most appealing is her outdoor deck space, which beckons in the balmy reaches of the South Pacific and beyond and offers a range of panoramic views of the region’s rich avian and marine life.

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Ship Statistics
Year Built 2003
Refurbished 2013
Tonnage 4,000 tons
Registry Bahamas
Length 338 feet
Beam 47 feet
Passenger Capacity 102
Crew Size 75
# of Inside Cabins 0
# of Outside Cabins 53
# of Cabins w/ Verandas 0
# of Suites 31
Max. Room Occupancy 2
Age Restrictions
One person must be 18 or older
Dining Options click here
Tipping Expected? No
Tipping Guidelines Gratuities included.
Onboard Currency Australia Dollar
Services & Amenities
Bars/Lounges 2
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop Yes
Casino No
Chapel No
Disco/Dancing No
Elevators Yes
Hot Tub Yes
Cell Phone Service No
Internet Access Yes
Internet Center No
Wireless Internet Access
Note: Available in certain areas
Yes
Laundromats (self service) No
Laundry/Dry Cleaning Yes
Library Yes
Movie Theatre No
Outdoor Movie Screen No
Onboard Weddings No
Shops Yes
Showroom No
Spa Yes
Video Arcade No
Fitness & Sports Facilities
Basketball Court No
Fitness Center Yes
Golf Driving Net No
Golf Simulator No
Ice Skating Rink No
Jogging Track No
Mini-Golf Course No
Swimming Pool Yes
Tennis Court No
Water Sports Platform No
Cabin Features & Amenities
24-Hour Room Service No
Hair Dryer Yes
Safe Yes
Telephone Yes
Television Yes
Kids Facilities & Family Activities
Babysitting No
Children's Playroom No
Kiddie Pool No
Supervised Youth Program No
Teen Center No
Rock Climbing Wall No
Waterslide No
Special Needs & Requests
Adjoining Cabins
     (private connecting doors)
No
Kosher Meals Yes
Single Occupancy Cabins No
Single Share Program No
Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins No