Explore Baja California and the Gulf of California on an unforgettable expedition aboard the 100-guest National Geographic Venture. Venture into the gray whale birthing lagoons of Bahía Magdalena for rare close encounters with California gray whales and their newborn calves, while also spotting breaching humpbacks during Zodiac excursions. Kayak or stand-up paddle board, hike pristine desert islands and snorkel with sea lions as you experience the region alongside an expert expedition team of naturalists, an undersea specialist and a certified photo instructor.

Tour booking page to come.

Highlights:

• Board local pangas in Bahía Magdalena for close encounters with gray whales and their newborn calves.
• Witness breaching humpbacks from the ship or during Zodiac excursions.
• Snorkel with sea lions and search for superpods of dolphins in Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park.
• Enjoy a special outdoor dinner in La Paz featuring local cuisine, music and dance.

• Day 1: Loreto, Mexico / Embark
• Day 2: Bahía Concepción
• Day 3: Exploring the Gulf of California
• Day 4: Boca de Soledad
• Day 5-7: Cabo Pulmo / Los Islotes / Gulf of California
• Day 8: Loreto / Disembark