Top Ways to See Penguins with Nat Geo Expeditions

Happy Earth Month, explorers!  

National Geographic Expeditions celebrates Earth Month every day through our commitment to providing inquisitive travelers with unforgettable travel experiences around the world that also help support efforts to protect our planet.

Through our specially curated itineraries, guests learn about and connect with the fascinating world around them while immersed in the beauty of nature. Additionally, every trip booked helps support the global nonprofit National Geographic Society in its work to protect and illuminate our world through exploration, research, and education. 

From the Earth’s coldest regions to equatorial paradises, traveling with National Geographic Expeditions allows guests to truly see the wonders of every continent, while also spotting furry and feathered friends along the way, like penguins!  

Penguins are some of the most beloved animals in the world. As we close out Earth Month, we’re bringing you several different ways to see and celebrate these beloved birds. 

Witness penguin behaviors never before caught on film in this three-part series streaming now on Disney+ and Hulu. 

Led by National Geographic Explorer and Emmy and BAFTA Award-Winning Filmmaker Bertie Gregory and a team of more than 70 world-class scientists and filmmakers, this series showcases the most intimate, courageous and charming moments of penguins braving some of the most extreme environments on Earth – from the rocky beaches of Cape Town to the Antarctic continent to the tropical beaches of the Galápagos.  

And the best part is – while the penguins will be wearing their permanent tuxedos – you don’t even have to leave your living room to catch the action! 

For those who want to see penguins in person, journey on the “Voyage to Antarctica” itinerary with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions and explore the Antarctic peninsula that many penguin species call home, including Adélie, Gentoo and Chinstrap penguins. You may also choose the Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage as an option for a shorter overall itinerary.

Once aboard the intimately scaled ship purpose-built for polar exploration, the magic begins! Marvel at the abundance of ocean wildlife – from whales and leopard seals to penguins – and enjoy regionally inspired food prepared by chefs. Most importantly, engage with and learn from a diverse team of onboard experts who will share their passion and knowledge of the Antarctic environment and wildlife. Accompanied by a National Geographic Expert, Naturalists, Undersea Specialists, Certified Photo Instructors and more, you will observe thousands of penguins while also learning about their habitat.  

Throughout your time exploring Antarctica, you also can kayak around floating sea ice to see just how graceful penguins are in the water. Feeling even more adventurous? Hike through the rolling banks of snow and ice to witness these the penguins in their terrestrial habitat.

National Geographic is celebrating Earth Month with an amazing giveaway – a 12-day National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions cruise to Antarctica for two on this itinerary, including round-trip airfare, meals, and daily adventures like kayaking and wildlife encounters! Plus, experts from National Geographic will be joining to share fascinating insights about the Antarctic environment. You can enter the giveaway once per day from April 15 to April 30.

Southern Africa is a prime destination for seeing some of the world’s most iconic species. But did you know that also includes penguins?  

While exploring the Cape Peninsula on the Southern Africa: Living History and Legendary Species with National Geographic Expeditions, your group will visit the Boulders Penguin Colony. Once home to only two breeding pairs of endangered African penguins, the colony has grown to more than 2,200 in recent years due to recovery and rehabilitation efforts protecting Boulders Beach. See their nesting burrows and watch the colony in action as you learn more about these resilient and fascinating animals from your Expedition Leader! 

Did you know penguins live on the equator, too?  

If you prefer to see – and potentially swim with – penguins in a warmer climate, check out the Exploring Galápagos itinerary with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions!

During your 10-day expedition cruise exploring this beautiful archipelago, you’ll have the opportunity to kayak, paddleboard, snorkel and join naturalists on interpretive island walks as you learn about Galápagos wildlife, including the Galápagos penguin – one of the smallest penguins in the world and the only species to live north of the equator and in the Galápagos. 

These experts will help you connect with the unique and fascinating Galápagos wildlife, including the Galápagos penguin – one of the smallest penguins in the world and the only species to live north of the equator and in the Galápagos. These naturalists are typically “Galapagueños” who are native to the area and intimately knowledgeable and passionate about the islands and their ecosystem. 

Every National Geographic Expedition allows guests to have once-in-a-lifetime experiences in some of the Earth’s most remote regions. It is through our value of education and exploration that we celebrate our planet and all the precious species that call it home, including our penguin pals!

Visit NationalGeographicExpeditions.com, call 1-888-966-8687 or contact a travel agent to discover even more travel opportunities with National Geographic Expeditions (across all seven continents).