National Geographic Orion
National Geographic Orion is one of the smallest ships exclusively operating Fly the Drake Antarctica trips. In addition to the common 8 day itineraries, the ship also features extended 9 and 10 day fly cruise expeditions allowing more time in destination.
With 53 cabins and a maximum of 102 guests, National Geographic Orion offers an intimate, yacht feel. Her small size, high ice class and spacious outdoor deck spaces make her the perfect expedition vessel for the polar regions.
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 beckons in Antarctica and offers a range of panoramic views of the region’s pristine landscapes.
Ship Specifications
Maximum Number of guests: 102
Ice Class: 1A
Cruising Speed: 14 Knots
Length: 338 feet (103 meters)
Year Launched: 2003
Stabilization: B+V Simplex‐Compact
Minimum Age: 1 year old
Voltage: 220 volts, outlets accept Australia-New Zealand Style 3 prong slanted plugs however all cabins have 110v AC 50Hz power strips to accommodate American standard 110-volt appliances with flat prong plus.
Ship Features
- All voyages will have a National Geographic photographer, a Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor and a video chronicler onboard.
- Observation lounge and library.
- Lounge with bar and state-of-the-art presentation facilities.
- Sundeck with a whirlpool hot tub.
- Main restaurant plus an outdoor café (weather permitting).
- A fitness center, spa treatment room and sauna, staffed by wellness specialists.
- A marina platform in aft of ship for zodiac boarding.
- Zodiacs, a fleet of double kayaks, a crow’s nest camera, a hydrophone, underwater video cameras, video microscope, and an ROV.
- OM Systems Photo Locker for renting cameras & lenses.
- All cabins face outside with windows or portholes, private bathroom, and climate controls. Cabins feature a coffee table, lounge chair, desk, phone, TV with on demand entertainment, multiple outlets and USB, mini refrigerator, and safe. Luxury linens and pillows. Botanically inspired shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and lotion are all available in cabin bathrooms, as well as an Expedition Essential Kit. Hair dryers, complimentary insulated water bottles and a National Geographic Atlas is available in each cabin.













National Geographic Orion Cabins & Deck Plan

Category 6
BRIDGE DECK (Deck 5)
These large, elegant suites feature a French balcony, except for #509 which has double windows. There is a separate living area with a sofa, two armchairs, coffee table, reading lamps, flat screen TV, espresso maker and climate controls. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door, except for #502, which uniquely offers a ‘soaking tub with a view’ in addition to a shower stall and expansive vanity. Guests receive complimentary laundry, special turn down service and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.
345 sq. ft. (32.05 m2)
1-2
1 queen or 2 single

Category 5
BRIDGE DECK (Deck 5)
Spacious suites with a mid-ship location featuring open living areas and sliding glass doors leading to a shared French balcony. A separate sitting area with armchairs, sofa, writing/ laptop desk, coffee table, reading lamps, flat screen TV, espresso maker and climate controls complete the décor. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Guests receive complimentary laundry, special turn down service and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.
230 sq. ft. (21.37 m2)
1-2
1 queen or 2 single

Category 4
BRIDGE DECK (Deck 5)
There are just two Category 4 suites (#511, 515 ), located forward on the Bridge Deck. These two suites feature separate sleeping and sitting areas, an expansive window, chair, armchair, coffee table, and a two-cushion sofa. Ample storage, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, espresso maker and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Guests receive complimentary laundry, special turn down service and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.
230 sq. ft. (21.37 m2)
1-2
1 queen or 2 single

Category 3
UPPER DECK (Deck 4)
With a central ship location close to the Lounge, Category 3 suites feature a sitting area with a large window, a sofa—except in slightly smaller #401 & #402—an armchair or two, writing/laptop desk, reading lamps, coffee table, flat screen TV, bedside table, & climate controls. Marble bathrooms include a spacious shower stall with a glass door.
Varies, most 210-215 sq. ft. (19.51- 19.97m2)
1-2
1 queen or 2 single

Category 2
MAIN DECK (Deck 3)
A more mid-ship location on the Main Deck, Category 2 cabins feature an oval window, armchair, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, bedside table, coffee table, desk, and climate controls complete. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door.
180 sq. ft. (16.72 m2)
1-2
1 queen or 2 single

Category 1
MAIN DECK (Deck 3)
Entry level double occupancy cabins with an oval window, armchair, reading lamps, flat screen TV, two bedside tables, coffee table, desk, and climate controls. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door.
175 sq. ft. (16.26 m2)
1-2
1 queen or 2 single

Category 1 Solo
MAIN DECK (Deck 3)
Dedicated solo occupancy cabins equipped a window or two portholes, a queen-size bed, except for #301 which has a double bed, writing desk and chair, climate controls, reading lamps, coffee table, two bedside tables, and a TV. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a roomy shower stall with a glass door.
175 sq. ft. (16.26 m2)
1
1 queen or 1 double

Category 3 Solo
BRIDGE DECK (Deck 5)
This solo cabin (#512) features two single beds and two large windows, plus two armchairs and a small table, reading lamps, coffee table a flat screen TV, and climate controls. The marble bathroom is generously sized and includes a spacious shower stall with a glass door.
175 sq. ft. (16.26 m2)
1
2 single
Trips and Rates
Feb 6 – Feb 14, 2027 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $16,198 | $17,123 | $17,502 | $18,470 | $21,893 | $24,686 | $20,553 | $22,287 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open | Full | Open | Open | Limited | Full |
Jan 31 – Feb 8, 2027 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $16,998 | $17,970 | $18,372 | $19,398 | $23,027 | $25,987 | $21,606 | $22,287 |
| Availability | Full | Open | Open | Full | Open | Open | Limited | Full |
Jan 25 – Feb 2, 2027 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $17,695 | $19,283 | $19,709 | $20,797 | $24,649 | $27,792 | $23,939 | $26,882 |
| Availability | Limited | Open | Open | Full | Open | Open | Full | Full |
Jan 19 – Jan 27, 2027 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,165 | $20,911 | $21,380 | $22,577 | $26,814 | $30,271 | $26,033 | $29,270 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open | Full | Full | Open | Full | Full |
Jan 8 – Jan 16, 2027 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $18,282 | $19,934 | $20,377 | $21,509 | $25,515 | $28,784 | $24,776 | $27,837 |
| Availability | Full | Open | Open | Full | Open | Open | Full | Full |
Jan 2 – Jan 10, 2027 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $17,953 | $19,570 | $20,003 | $21,110 | $25,030 | $28,227 | $24,307 | $27,302 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open | Full | Open | Open | Full | Full |
Dec 27 – Jan 4, 2026 – 2027 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip flights between Puerto Natales, Chile & King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $21,595 | $24,120 | $31,736 | $35,102 | $36,805 | $40,184 | $30,865 | $46,097 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Limited | Full | Full |
Dec 20 – Dec 29, 2026 (10 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $20,578 | $22,866 | $30,027 | $33,195 | $34,790 | $37,969 | $29,213 | $43,535 |
| Availability | Full | Limited | Open | Full | Full | Open | Full | Full |
Dec 1 – Dec 10, 2026 (10 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $16,458 | $17,868 | $18,261 | $19,252 | $22,805 | $25,700 | $22,165 | $24,875 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open | Limited | Open | Open | Limited | Full |
Nov 25 – Dec 3, 2026 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter flights between Puerto Natales, Chile & King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $14,536 | $15,743 | $16,080 | $16,930 | $19,975 | $22,457 | $19,428 | $21,750 |
| Availability | Limited | Open | Open | Limited | Open | Open | Open | Full |
Nov 19 – Nov 27, 2026 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $14,303 | $15,486 | $15,816 | $16,648 | $19,633 | $22,063 | $19,095 | $21,371 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open | Full | Open | Open | Full | Full |
Feb 24 – Mar 5, 2026 (10 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $17,969 | $19,579 | $20,019 | $21,129 | $25,049 | $28,249 | $24,329 | $27,319 |
| Availability | Full | Limited | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Feb 18 – Feb 26, 2026 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $18,089 | $19,609 | $20,079 | $21,259 | $25,469 | $28,899 | $24,709 | $27,919 |
| Availability | Full | Limited | Limited | Limited | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Feb 11 – Feb 20, 2026 (10 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,989 | $21,829 | $22,319 | $23,579 | $28,029 | $31,669 | $23,311 | $26,166 |
| Availability | Limited | Limited | Limited | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Feb 1 – Feb 8, 2026 (8 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,681 | $14,988 | $15,309 | $16,130 | $19,036 | $21,406 | $18,197 | $20,374 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Jan 26 – Feb 3, 2026 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $15,214 | $16,700 | $17,067 | $18,006 | $21,327 | $24,036 | $20,714 | $23,252 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Jan 19 – Jan 28, 2026 (10 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $17,254 | $18,795 | $19,208 | $20,264 | $24,000 | $27,048 | $23,311 | $26,166 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Jan 2 – Jan 10, 2026 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $15,664 | $17,035 | $17,402 | $18,340 | $21,661 | $24,371 | $24,309 | $27,309 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Limited | Full |
Dec 26 – Jan 4, 2025 – 2026 (10 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $18,475 | $19,962 | $20,412 | $21,546 | $25,623 | $30,241 | $24,885 | $27,999 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Dec 20 – Dec 28, 2025 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $17,148 | $18,481 | $18,902 | $19,959 | $23,764 | $26,864 | $23,075 | $25,982 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Dec 14 – Dec 22, 2025 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,975 | $15,120 | $15,440 | $16,248 | $19,144 | $21,504 | $18,624 | $20,832 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Dec 4 – Dec 11, 2025 (8 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $12,597 | $13,605 | $13,885 | $14,592 | $17,126 | $19,191 | $16,671 | $18,603 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Nov 28 – Dec 6, 2025 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $13,975 | $15,120 | $15,440 | $16,248 | $19,144 | $21,504 | $18,624 | $20,832 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Nov 22 – Nov 30, 2025 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $14,524 | $15,726 | $16,062 | $16,910 | $19,951 | $22,429 | $19,405 | $21,724 |
| Availability | Full | Limited | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Nov 16 – Nov 24, 2025 (9 days)
| Start: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
| End: | Puerto Natales, Chile |
Charter Flights $3,000/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Roundtrip Charter Flights Puerto Natales, Chile – King George Island, Antarctica
| Cabin Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 | Category 5 | Category 6 | Category 1 Solo | Category 3 Solo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $14,524 | $15,726 | $16,062 | $16,910 | $19,951 | $22,429 | $19,405 | $21,724 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime. Please contact us for the real time availability & prices.
Adventure Options

Paddling
Solo Travelers
Are you traveling alone? Solo travelers have the following options.
- Book a dedicated Category 1 or 3 Solo cabin
- Book into a share cabin (please enquire for details)
- Book a Category 1 – 6 at 2x the per person share price for solo occupancy


