NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ISLANDER II

The National Geographic Islander II is a versatile vessel that plies the waters of the Galápagos Islands. Designed for year-round discovery and active exploration, this intimate ship provides the perfect mobile platform from which to experience every aspect of the Galápagos—both above and below the sea.

The intimate Islander accommodates 48 guests in 24 cabins facing outward, with private facilities and climate control. The ship features Zodiacs, snorkeling gear, wet suits, kayaks, a video microscope, a Splash-Cam, a spa, a doctor's office, a gift shop, an email station, a library, a lounge, and a dining room.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ISLANDER II - Public Spaces

National Geographic Islander’s classically nautical interiors offer comfortable spaces to take in the scenery and relax after an active, but exhilarating, day ashore. You’ll quickly know your way around, with the ship feeling like a friendly boutique hotel. With ample deck space and public rooms, however, you can choose to withdraw to a cozy corner by yourself or join others for an engaging conversation and refreshing drink.

Comfortable armchairs line a side of the National Geographic Islander’s cozy library, and a dramatic wall of windows overlooks the sea. A limited collection of books includes fiction, regional guides, and reference books on Galápagos wildlife. An iMac station is available in the ship’s lounge for sorting and transferring your photos. You may come to consider the bridge another public room, as guests are encouraged to visit our officers whenever safe navigation permits.

A small but well-equipped fitness center contains a stationary bicycle, a step machine, a treadmill, hand weights, and yoga mats. The LEXSpa offers massages, body treatments, facials, and hand and foot treatments.

Each cabin and the lounge have Wi-Fi access (fee). For an additional charge, our ship’s professional laundry staff will handle personal laundry and pressing. A licensed doctor is on board and available 24 hours a day free of charge.

SHIP FACTS - NG ISLANDER II

Built: 1995 - Chantiers Naval de Marseille (Marseille, France)

Former Names: Lord of the Highlands, MV Islander, Rivage Guadeloupe

Guests:  48

Cabins:  24

Crew:  27

Decks: 5

Tonnage: 1021

Length:  269 ft / 49.07 m

Width:  43

Depth:  19

Speed: 15 knots