Since its establishment in the 19th century, the National Geographic Society has consistently been at the forefront of telling the stories of our world. Through the society’s magazines, websites, and maybe most commonly its TV channel, we’ve come to know so much more about ourselves, the Earth, the creatures we share it with, and the galaxies beyond it.
And sure, docuseries like Lost Cities, Cosmos, Cesar Millan, and The Story of God (hosted by Morgan Freeman!) are vital parts of what make Nat Geo tick, but every now and then, the channel also airs original period dramas with surprisingly high-quality production value, like the anthology series Genius, for instance, or the award-winning A Small Light. Equal parts educational and entertaining, the channel itself is a staple in any household with a TV.
Now, you used to need cable to access Nat Geo. But these days, you only need an internet connection. You don’t even have to pay to watch the channel—at least not immediately.
To watch Nat Geo for free, you can sign up for any of the free trials offered by the live TV streaming services below. The trials usually last five to seven days, so make sure you cancel by then. If you’re happy with the service, however, you can continue watching and you’ll be charged monthly at the regular price, also detailed below.
DirecTV Stream
DirecTV Stream is a streaming service that offers everything from live TV, local channels, on-demand films, sports packages, and even premium cable networks like HBO and Starz for an additional fee. Its plans, which start at $70/month, are on the pricier side of live TV, but that’s because it offers unlimited DVR and streams on top of at least 75 channels, depending on the plan you pick.
Fubo
Designed for the ultimate sports fan, Fubo is an on-demand and live TV service that streams games from multiple leagues including the NFL, NBA, MLB, and the Premier League. You can get up to 215 live channels on your lineup, which includes coverage on RSNs and local stations, though you might have to pay extra if you want premium entertainment channels like Starz and Showtime.
Hulu with Live TV
Combining the best of streaming and cable, Hulu with Live TV pairs Hulu’s original programming like Only Murders in the Building, imports like Normal People, and licensed ABC shows like Modern Family with live TV channels like CNN, CBS, and TCM to give you an all-in-one TV package. The plans start at $77/month (with ads), but for an additional fee, you can upgrade to a bundle that removes commercials and throws in Disney+ and ESPN+ to the mix.
YouTube TV
DirecTV Stream Ultimate
DirecTV Stream Ultimate is the second-biggest package offered by DirecTV Stream. With it, you get up to 160 channels (up 40 channels from the previous tier) across entertainment, sports, and news. That’s almost any channel you can think of—from TBS and USA; to ESPN and CBS Sports; to CNN and BBC News; and so much more. You get it all, plus tens of thousands of on-demand titles for the price of $109.99/month (saving you roughly $40/month from the package after it), so if the budget allows, it's worth trying the Ultimate plan yourself.
Fubo Elite
If you're a sports fan looking to cover all your bases, Fubo Elite has more than 256 channels and 130 live events that cover sports of all kinds, from basketball to cricket to golf. Channels include ESPN, CBS Sports Network, FS1 and FS2, beIN Sports, NFL Network, all the BIG Networks, and more. Depending on where you live, you should also have all the major local networks like ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX. Even though Fubo Elite is a notch above the basic tier, with unlimited DVR and simultaneous screens, it still notably does not have Turner channels like CNN, TNT, and TBS.
DirecTVStream Optimo Más
DirecTVStream's Spanish-language plan boasts a hundred channels, including major networks like Univision and Telemundo in select markets, and plenty of Hispanicized favorites like Nat Geo Mundo, CNN es Español, and Hogar de HGTV. At $80/month, Optimo Más is a lot pricer than other Spanish plans like Fubo Latino, which goes for about $35/month, but it generally has more channels (in Spanish and English alike) and offers great features like three simultaneous streams and unlimited DVR. Unlike with DirecTV cable, you can easily cancel your subscription with the contract-less Optimo Más if you're not satisfied.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with Philo?
Not Possible. Philo does offer a free trial but it unfortunately it does not carry NAT GEO.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with Amazon Prime?
Not Possible. Amazon Prime does offer a free trial but it unfortunately it does not carry NAT GEO.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with Fubo?
Not Possible. Fubo does offer a free trial but it unfortunately it does not carry NAT GEO.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with Hulu with Live TV?
Not Possible. Hulu with Live TV does offer a free trial but it unfortunately it does not carry NAT GEO.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with YouTube TV?
Not Possible. YouTube TV does offer a free trial but it unfortunately it does not carry NAT GEO.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with Peacock?
Not Possible. Peacock does not carry NAT GEO and does not offer a trial.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with Paramount+?
Not Possible. Paramount+ does offer a free trial but it unfortunately it does not carry NAT GEO.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with Frndly TV?
Not Possible. Frndly TV does offer a free trial but it unfortunately it does not carry NAT GEO.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with DirecTV Stream?
Not Possible. DirecTV Stream does offer a free trial but it unfortunately it does not carry NAT GEO.
Can you get a NAT GEO free trial with Sling TV?
Not Possible. Sling TV does not carry NAT GEO and does not offer a trial.