Expedition families · By Cruise Frog · Sources reviewed October 12, 2026
Children’s eligibility and programs
Lindblad advertises National Geographic Explorers-in-Training on all Alaska, Baja and Galápagos voyages and selected Antarctica and Iceland departures. The program uses hands-on exploration and learning; confirm its operation on your dates.
Planning the trip together
Ask how your child’s interests match the itinerary and which outings the family can join together. A younger wildlife enthusiast may need shorter walks, while a teen may want more time with photography or science activities. Check small-boat transfers and activity requirements before reserving extras. Leave flexibility for changing conditions and avoid treating the published itinerary as a promise of every wildlife sighting.
What to check with Lindblad Expeditions
- Confirm Explorers-in-Training on the exact departure.
- Check age and activity suitability with the line.
- Ask about family cabins and transfer requirements.
Before paying a family cruise deposit
- Give the line each child’s age on embarkation day and the exact itinerary before paying a deposit.
- Confirm a bed for every guest, cot availability, and any connecting-cabin arrangement in the booked category.
- Check passports, visas and consent documents for children travelling with one parent or another guardian.
- Ask about club registration, independent toilet use, care hours, fees and age or height limits on activities.
Age rules, programs and availability can change. The cruise line’s current terms for your booking and departure govern your trip.