National Geographic Expeditions, the travel program of the National Geographic Society, was founded on the same belief in the importance of exploration that has been the hallmark of the Society's 121-year history. Over the years National Geographic has developed incredible resources—from our network of experts, contacts, and Society-sponsored research projects all over the globe, to the top-tier editorial staff of National Geographic magazine, National Geographic Traveler, National Geographic Adventure, and our books, maps, and film and television divisions. National Geographic Expeditions draws on these resources to create extraordinary expeditions. And, as National Geographic has been exploring our planet for more than a century, our travelers enjoy the peace of mind that comes from exploring with the experts.

On a National Geographic Expedition, you'll travel not as an observer but as an active participant, with boundless chances to be surrounded by natural wonders and exotic wildlife, to explore celebrated archaeological sites, to learn about different cultures and environments, and to meet local people and share in their traditions. The signature of our programs are our National Geographic experts—anthropologists, archaeologists, biologists, explorers, historians, naturalists, photographers, and filmmakers—or our team of expert naturalists and historians. An expert or expert team accompanies each expedition, sharing their insights, knowledge, and passion for a region, and enhancing your experience immeasurably.

National Geographic Expeditions was launched in 1999 and now operates more than 300 trips each year, spanning all seven continents and more than 40 countries. In providing unique opportunities to explore, our expeditions help fulfill the Society’s mission: to inspire people to care about the planet. Founded in 1888, the National Geographic Society is one of the world's largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. It reaches more than 300 million people each month through National Geographic magazine and four other magazines, the National Geographic Channel, television documentaries, radio programs, films, books, videos, maps, and interactive media. The Society has funded nearly 8,000 scientific research projects and supports an education program combating geographic illiteracy.