Central America

Baja California Holiday: A Living Sea and Desert Isles

Name: Baja California Holiday: A Living Sea and Desert Isles
Brand: Lindblad Expeditions
Price: 4451 USD
Availability: InStock

Transport your holiday traditions to Baja California for a spectacular celebration of wildness. Designated by UNESCO as a marine world heritage site and dubbed “the world’s aquarium” by Jacques Cousteau, the waters and islands of the Gulf of California are places of legendary biodiversity. This isolated region is, arguably, the best place in the world to keep watch for a vast variety of whale species plus massive pods of dolphins, leaping mobula rays, and seabirds.

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DEC4

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DEC12

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DEC19

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JAN2

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From $5,250

NOV25

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DEC2

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DEC9

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DEC16

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DEC23

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DEC30

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JAN8

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Voyage Overview

Highlight

Spend your holiday season in search of large pods of dolphins, blue and humpback whales, and other marine mammals
Explore the sculpted desert shoreline by kayak, hike uninhabited beaches, and snorkel among fish and acrobatic sea lions
Take in the stunning hues of a Baja California sunset at a festive, holiday-themed celebration
Visit the island of San Pedro Mártir to witness crowds of lounging sea lions and expanses of sea where huge pods of dolphins gather
Visit the old mining town of Santa Rosalía (conditions permitting), with its wooden homes and historic steel church, designed by Gustave Eiffel
With National Geographic Explorers-in-Training, our exclusive family program, kids and teens will learn about this vibrant part of the world—from migrating gray whales to desert plant species

Destinations

Mexico Baja California Central America

All accommodations aboard ship or in hotels per itinerary; all meals as indicated in the itinerary, both aboard and onshore; beer, wine, cocktails, liquors and spirits aboard the ship (except certain premium brands which are available for purchase); hors d’oeuvres, 24-hour access to snacks, premium coffees and teas, non-alcoholic beverages, and filtered water; excursions and airport transfers to and from recommended flights, as indicated in the itinerary; exploration tools curated to destination, such as Zodiacs, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, snorkeling equipment (including wetsuits, masks, and fins); guidance and company of our leading expedition staff; assistance by the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic certified photo instructor; access to the OM System Photo Gear Locker; presentations by expedition staff and expert guest speakers; complimentary reusable water bottle; onboard physician consultations; morning stretch classes and 24-hour access to exercise equipment; 24-hour access to lounges, observation decks, library, and other shared spaces; basic WiFi, park and site entrance fees, special access permits, and port taxes. Unused services or items included in our programs are non-refundable.

Airfare (except flights* when indicated as included); pre- and post-expedition extensions; additional hotel nights (except when indicated as included); crew gratuities; private transfers; laundry, spa treatments, travel protection plans; and passport, visa, and immigration fees. *Recommended flight costs include flight(s) that take place during the date range of your trip to transport travelers from one itinerary destination to another. This cost also includes ground transportation, luggage transfer, and airport assistance. If you prefer to arrange your own flights privately, have alternate means of transport, or wish to modify at a later time, please contact an Expedition Specialist at 1.833.400.0831 Additional costs associated with medical services outside onboard physician consultation.

Ship

National Geographic Venture

Lindblad Expeditions

Following the build of *National Geographic Quest* at Nichols Brothers shipyard, her sister ship, the 100-guest *National Geographic Venture,* floated into the bay on Whidbey Island, becoming the fourth ship in the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions fleet built at this storied Pacific Northwest shipyard. In the 1970s, Nichols Brothers built the twin ships *National Geographic Sea Bird* and *National Geographic Sea Lion*, which continue to sail the waters of the west coast of North America and Central America.

Passengers100

Tonnage2,920 GT

Built2018

Decks4

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Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

All children must travel with a parent or legal guardian.

Cancellation Policy

395–150 days before departure: 0% penalty 149–120 days before departure: 50% penalty 89–30 days before departure: 100% penalty *120 or more days：No penalty: Advance Payment will be credited toward your next expedition*； *Advance payments will be credited in the form of a Lindblad Expeditions Travel Certificate, valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation, and which may only be applied towards final payment on any future booking； **Trip cost is the total price paid including extensions, charter airfare and other additional services. This cancellation policy applies to expeditions, extensions and all other additional services. The effective date of a cancellation will be the date on which your cancellation notice is received. Note: Airline cancellation policies vary by carrier and type of fare used to issue your ticket. Any revisions you make within the cancellation penalty period, such as departure date or choice of voyage, are subject to cancellation fees. The cancellation policy for certain longer voyages and holiday departures may vary due to high demand for these voyages. We recommend purchasing a travel protection plan to protect yourself from fees in the event you need to cancel your reservation.

Gratuities

Crew gratuities aboard National Geographic Endurance, National Geographic Resolution, National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Orion, Sea Cloud II, Lord of the Glens, Oberoi Philae, Sun Goddess, Charaidew II, The Jahan, Aqua Blu, Connect, Evolve and Greg Mortimer.

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