Expedition Spotlight: Indonesia's Borobudur Temple
Adorned with more than 500 statues of Buddha, Borobudur Temple is one of the most important spiritual monuments in the world. A UNESCO World Heritage site that overlooks the vast city of Java, this 8th-century architectural feat is an important pilgrimage destination for Buddhists.
#MarksMoments | Spider Monkey | Costa Riica
#MarksMoments: As a wildlife videographer, I love the challenge of trying to film animals in the jungle of Costa Rica. Unlike in the Galápagos, where animals are easily approachable, it takes a little more effort in the jungle.
During an afternoon hike, our Naturalist spotted a group of monkeys rustling through the trees. I pulled out my camera and began filming. Through my viewfinder I spotted a spider monkey gracefully making its way through the trees when suddenly, it stopped in its tracks. Its tail was tightly wrapped around a thick branch as it carefully considered its next move. With my camera trained on the monkey, I watched as it took a moment to survey its surroundings before leaping onto another branch. It dawned on me the true beauty and gratification of filming wildlife, the skill of capturing unscripted and spontaneous moments in nature.
- Mark Coger, Videographer
Whale Breaching | Galápagos
Recently, #NatGeoIslanderII's Captain spotted a humpback whale and her calf from a distance. They breached and tail-lobbed giving everyone onboard a great show.
🎥 by Liza Diaz Lalova in the Galápagos Islands
Steeple Jason in the Falkland Island is home to the largest black-browed albatross colony in the world. On the island's grass slopes, you can find more than 200,000 pairs of nesting black-browed albatross and tens of thousands of Gentoo and rockhopper penguins.
No matter the destination you choose to explore, you’ll find that traveling solo aboard our fleet is both comfortable and rewarding.
#MarksMoments: On our first voyage to the Ross Sea aboard the epic #NatGeoEndurance, we experienced an unforgettable moment: witnessing a hunt between a group of killer whales and a leopard seal. We counted six to seven whales in the pod, including some observant young ones. After an intense half-hour, the killer whales finally lost interest and continued their journey. This spine-tingling spectacle was one of the most thrilling highlights of our trip!
-Mark Coger, Videographer
Delfin II’s iron exterior is clad in tropical hardwoods while her interior gleams with wood floors and lacquered palm ceilings. The lounge, center of our onboard expedition community, features a welcoming open bar and inviting seating. Delfin II has a distinct advantage over any land-based camp, giving you an ever-varied experience of the Amazon’s multiple landscapes and wonders. #ShipSaturday
🎥 by Joshua Vela
The Arctic island of Jan Mayen is challenging to reach, but those who make the journey are rewarded with stunning geology and a surreal, lunar landscape. Watch as Expedition Leader Michael Jackson explores the black sand shores of the world's northernmost volcanic island.
We are in the Pacific Ocean aboard #NatGeoResolution with Cultural Specialist Tua Pittman and National Geographic Explorer Jennifer Kingsley. Watch as Tua and Jennifer discuss their experiences at sea, the cultures of the Pacific Islands, and why these islands should be next on you travel bucket list.
#MarksMoments: The regions surrounding the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland are ideal locations for spotting polar bears. Our vessel, #NatGeoEndurance, was aiming to reach as far north as 80 degrees latitude. Unfortunately, we encountered dense ice conditions forcing us to retreat. However, this setback proved fortunate - as we began our return journey to the south, one of our Naturalists sighted a polar bear off in the distance. This moment perfectly embodied the thrill of working in the Arctic, a place filled with unexpected and unforgettable surprises.
-Mark Coger, Videographer
Baby Flamingo Feeding | Galápagos Islands
Flamingo parents feed their chicks a liquid they secrete in their throats, called crop milk. Young flamingos are born gray and white and do not turn pink for about two years, when they are old enough to eat on their own.
🎥 by Liza Diaz & Ivan Vasquez aboard #NatGeoEndeavourII in Galápagos
With breaching humpback whales, towering spruce tree forests, and dazzling icebergs, Alaska provides a myriad of learning opportunities. “Young people are naturally curious, and coming to Southeast Alaska allows that curiosity to fully bloom,” says Kimberly Baldwin, Naturalist and Certified Field Educator for our National Geographic Global Explorers program.
#MarksMomnets: A group of Adélie penguins have a little rendezvous on an iceberg in the Ross Sea. As a videographer, I am always entertained at some of the wildlife moments that can be found in nature.
-Mark Coger, Videographer
There are a number of endemic racer snakes found in the Galápagos Islands, including one species that has even adapted to hunt marine fish. They are a priority species for reintroduction to Floreana Island thanks to the Galápagos Conservation Trust’s research and efforts. #ReptileAwarenessDay
Gray whales have the longest migration of any mammal, traveling 6,000 miles to and from Baja California where we encounter them in their birthing lagoons on the outer coast. Naturalist Marylou Blakeslee talks more about these special cetaceans and the unique privilege of spending time in their realm.
In December 2021, the #NatGeoEndurance was in the path of a solar eclipse in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean near Antarctica. Meteorologist Jay Anderson was onboard to provide scientific context and his experience with eclipse chasing.
Video by Dexter Sear and Andrew Studer
The swallow-tailed gull, unlike any other gull, feeds exclusively at night. These birds are endemic to the Galápagos Islands, but will travel quite far in search of food.
🎥 by Andres Cruz aboard #NatGeoEndeavourII
#MarksMoments: Polar Bear Jumps
#MarksMoments: Polar bears are remarkable animals that can only be found in the Arctic regions of the planet. Intricately connected to their environment, they rely on the frozen expanses for survival. However, during the summer, when the ice breaks up they must skillfully navigate through the icebergs. Capturing these moments in slow motion significantly highlights the elegant agility of these amazing creatures.
- Mark Coger, Videographer
This #WorldMigratoryBirdDay, we’re honoring the animal that holds the record for longest migration in the world, the Arctic tern. The longest Arctic tern journey ever recorded was nearly 60,000 miles— more than twice the circumference of the planet! 🌎
Our 34-day Epic Antarctica voyage charts a course for untouched landscapes and remarkable wildlife from the White Continent to the rugged Subantarctic islands. Learn how veteran Expedition Leader Brent Stephenson leads guests to the most remote regions on the planet.
Galápagos sea lions love sunbathing on the beach. During this time, they conserve energy while warming up their bodies before heading back into the ocean to catch their next meal. 🎥 by Andres Cruz aboard #NatGeoEndeavourII
#MarksMoments: While traveling with Lindblad Expeditions, I've experienced many unique moments. One such moment was the first time I heard a spider monkey's call. I've heard the calls of white-faced capuchin and howler monkeys multiple times, but this was my first encounter with the sound of a spider monkey. The unique experience arose because a puma was close by, prompting the spider monkey to alert its troupe. Fortunately for both the monkeys and myself, the puma chose to leave us undisturbed.
-Mark Coger, Videographer
There is something magical about the #NatGeoVenture at night. #ShipSaturday
Advisor's Corners: The Roaming Boomers
On this month's #AdvisorsCorner, Vice President of Sales Rachel Woodward sat down with The Roaming Boomers Travel Services' Carol and David Porter to discuss their first Lindblad Expeditions trip and how their journey inspired them to explore more of the Arctic.
A pod of about 20 killer whales check out the #NatGeoExplorer while guests head to the bow to take in the spectacle. #WorldAnimalDay
🎥 by Eric Wehrmeister and Sarah Culler
#MarksMoments | Elephant Seal | Antarctica
#MarksMoments: I was capturing a well-posed elephant seal pup through my camera lens when suddenly, a group of king penguins interrupted my shot. They couldn't even wait for me to finish my composition. These uncooperative penguins represent some of the difficulties I frequently encounter as a wildlife videographer. 🤣
-Mark Coger, Videographer
Meet Cultural Specialist and master navigator Tua Pittman as he shines light on the history, traditions, and ancestry of his fellow Pacific Islanders along with some of the powerful cultural moments shared with guests aboard our voyages.
#MarksMoments: A few months ago, I was fortunate to be part of a Lindblad Expeditions inaugural voyage to the Ross Sea. Witnessing the vast expanse of the Ross Ice Shelf was an absolutely surreal experience. What made this trip even more memorable were the countless Adélie penguins, which are native to the region and found in the thousands. Out of all the penguin species inhabiting Antarctica, I find the Adélie penguins to be the most entertaining to film.
-Mark Coger, Videographer
National Geographic writer Andrew Evans called #NatGeoSeaLion the “closest thing to Cousteau’s Calypso” he’s ever had the pleasure to be on. #ShipSaturday
🎥 by Taylor Butz
“The Northwest Passage is one of the few places left on Earth where true exploration still exists,” says Naturalist/Certified Photo Instructor Eric Guth. On our “Northwest Passage: Greenland to Alaska” expedition, we traverse the approximately 900-mile-long icy sea route that connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, passing through remote, untouched regions as explorers did hundreds of years ago. Watch the full video as Eric prepares modern-day adventurers for this once-in-a-lifetime voyage through breathtaking landscapes, rare wildlife, and remote cultures: bit.ly/SailingNWPyt
