Lindblad Expeditions in the present day launched a sequence of cruises on the market in 2026 alongside the Upper Amazon River and Peru onboard the Delfin III.
According to the corporate, the 42-guest ship shall be chartered for the operation, greater than doubling its capability within the area.
“The untouched wilds of the Peruvian Amazon have long fascinated intrepid explorers and modern travelers alike, making our one-of-a-kind small-ship expeditions along the Upper Amazon particularly alluring to our guests. Given the popularity of these sailings, when the opportunity presented itself to charter Delfin II’s sister ship, the Delfin III, and more than double our occupancy in the region—from one ship with 28 guests to two ships with 70 guests—we simply couldn’t say no,” stated Trey Byus, chief expedition officer at Lindblad Expeditions.
“The Delfin III is a welcome addition to our chartered fleet; with 21 well-appointed suites wrapped in floor-to-ceiling panoramic glass, a sprawling sundeck with a whirlpool hot tub, a spa and gym, and a star-worthy menu featuring locally inspired dishes and regional delicacies, this ship will allow guests to explore one of the world’s most extreme places in extreme comfort,” he added.
According to Lindblad, the ship affords sustainable, handmade furnishings, in addition to artwork and textiles from the native environment of the Amazon area.
Designed to highlight the character and tradition of the vacation spot, the Delfin III will enter service for Lindblad Expeditions – National Geographic in January 2026.
The six- and ten-night itineraries navigate winding jungle waterways, the corporate stated, whereas exploring the flooded forest of Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.
Joining its sister ship, the Delfin II, the ship is about to supply two new itineraries that discover Peru’s Upper Amazon and the Ucayali and Marañón rivers.
With the addition of the brand new ship, Lindblad Expeditions’ fleet now consists of 20 owned, chartered, and leased vessels, the corporate stated.