National Geographic Resolution
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Kayakers in front of National Geographic Resolution, Borgen Bay, Antarctica, January 2024 · Photo: Buffs, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About National Geographic Resolution
National Geographic Resolution is a Lindblad Expeditions cruise ship of the Endurance class, in service since 2021. She measures 12,786 gross tons and carries 138 guests with a crew of 116. She sails Antarctica, South America, Asia, South Pacific itineraries. We rate her 3.7 out of 5.
National Geographic Resolution is the second Endurance-class polar ship, built to Polar Class 5 with an X-bow hull and Azipod thrusters. Her hull was launched at the CRIST yard in Gdynia in October 2020 and completed by Ulstein in Norway, which delivered her on 30 September 2021; Captain Heidi Norling christened her on an ice sheet in the Weddell Sea that November. Named for Captain Cook's Resolution, she carries 138 guests in 76 cabins and has several restaurants, a spa, a gym and a library. Beyond Antarctica, South Georgia and Patagonia, her schedule includes Easter Island to Tahiti, Fiji, coastal Japan, Baffin Island and Greenland.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 138
- Crew 116 · 1:1.2
- Entered service
- 2021
- Length
- 124 m
- Shorter than 78% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 6
National Geographic Resolution is smaller than 70% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries fewer guests than 81%. At 92.7 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 98% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 4/5+1.0, fleet average 3.0
- Dining
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Entertainment
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
- Service
- 5/5, fleet average 5.0
- Pools & decks
- 3/5+0.9, fleet average 2.1
- Value
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the Lindblad Expeditions fleet average across 12 rated ships in service.
Sister ships: Endurance class
National Geographic Resolution is one of 2 Endurance class ships. National Geographic Endurance (2021) is in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Geographic Resolution this ship | 2021 | 3.7/5 | |||
| National Geographic Endurance | 2021 | 3.7/5 |
Official deck plans
Photos
Kayakers in front of National Geographic Resolution, Borgen Bay, Antarctica, January 2024Photo: Buffs, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates National Geographic Resolution?
National Geographic Resolution is operated by Lindblad Expeditions and belongs to its Endurance class.
What are National Geographic Resolution's sister ships?
National Geographic Resolution is one of 2 Endurance class ships. National Geographic Endurance (2021) is in service.
How big is National Geographic Resolution?
National Geographic Resolution measures 12,786 gross tons and 124 metres in length, with 6 decks.
How does National Geographic Resolution compare in size with other cruise ships?
National Geographic Resolution is smaller than 70% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries fewer guests than 81%. At 92.7 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 98% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does National Geographic Resolution feel?
National Geographic Resolution has a passenger space ratio of 92.7: 12,786 gross tons for 138 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so National Geographic Resolution feels spacious for her size.
How many passengers does National Geographic Resolution carry?
National Geographic Resolution carries 138 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 116 (about 1.2 guests per crew member).
When did National Geographic Resolution enter service?
National Geographic Resolution entered service in 2021.
Where does National Geographic Resolution sail?
National Geographic Resolution sails Antarctica, South America, Asia and South Pacific itineraries.
Where can I find the deck plans for National Geographic Resolution?
Lindblad Expeditions publishes the deck plans for National Geographic Resolution; this page links to Deck plans and Deck plans (PDF).
How is National Geographic Resolution rated?
Cruise Frog rates National Geographic Resolution 3.7 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on service (5/5) and lowest on value (3/5).
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