8 days/7 nights with Lindblad Expeditions

About the Trip

The Sea of Cortez harbors over fifty remote Islands, many with plants and animals that have evolved into distinct endemic species. Some in the scientific world refer to this region as “Mexico’s Galapagos”. This unique journey with world renouned Lindblad Expeditions, is designed with no set itinerary, adding a stimulating sense of adventure to each day. The expedition, led by a full team of naturalists and an Expedition Leader, includes swimming, snorkeling, hiking, whale watching, and kayaking.

Every year California gray whales migrate from arctic waters to Baja’s protected lagoons. It’s the longest mammal migration known, and on of nature’s great spectacles. There are few places on the planet that offer the ‘harmonic convergences’ that Baja does - of desert warmth, glorious beaches, sea activities and the endlessly fascinating spectacle of creatures going about the business of their lives, allowing us to freely observe them. Reveal the magic and mystery of Baja!

Includes: 7 nights, meals, airport transfers, local ground transportation, equipment rentals, guided tours.

Awards:

• #1 Small-Ship Cruise Line, Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Value Awards, 2006
• #2 Tour Operator, Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Value Awards, 2006
• “The Best Ships in the World”, Conde Nast Traveler: Truth in Travel Awards, 2006
• “The Best Itineraries”, Conde Nast Traveler: Truth in Travel Awards, 2006
• “Gold List”, Conde Nast Traveler, 1997-2002, 2005
• Conde Nast Traveler Ecotourism Award, 2002
• U.N. Program Global 500 Award, 2001
• “World’s Best” Award, Travel + Leisure Top Ten Tour Operator, 2000-2005
• “Nature Odysseys Tour Operator Award for Excellence”, National Audubon Society, 1995-1996
• ASTA/Smithsonian Magazine Environmental Award, 1993

Starting bid: 1550

Value: $6180

About the Organization

Founded by Sven-Olof Lindblad in 1979, Lindblad Expeditions (LEX) was originally established as a division of Lindblad Travel, which was launched in 1958. Over the years, LEX has earned a reputation for creating expeditions that are as eye-opening and inspiring as they are comfortable and fun. We take small groups to out-of-the-way places on nimble expedition ships that nose into ports and call on islands where cruise ships simply cannot go. Our distinguished roster of Expedition Leaders (EL) and naturalists are experts in their field with a passion for uncovering - and interpreting - the mysteries of nature and history. At Lindblad, we have faith that adventurous travelers long for an original experience that reveals a destination to them in a way that is unique unto itself. These are not scheduled tours, these are expeditions. Every one is different - every day is different.

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