National Geographic Venture
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Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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9 Night Baja California and the Sea of Cortez Among the Great Whales Cruise and Land Tour from San Jose del Cabo

Ship: National Geographic Venture
Cruise Line: Lindblad Expeditions
Sailed: Saturday, Jan 19, 2019 from San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
Ended: Monday, Jan 28, 2019
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Saturday, Jan 19, 2019 departure of the National Geographic Venture. If Lindblad Expeditions modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Saturday - Jan 19, 2019
San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
San Jose del Cabo, Mexico    
Bus Travel    
La Paz, Mexico    
Upon arrival in San Jose del Cabo, transfer to La Paz and check into the CostaBaja Resort & Spa, located on the shore of the Sea of Cortez, just south of Espiritu Santo Island. (D)
Day 2 - Sunday - Jan 20, 2019
La Paz, Mexico
La Paz, Mexico    
Bus Travel    
Cruise Begins    
San Carlos, Mexico    
This morning is on your own to relax and take advantage of the resort and spa amenities. Check out in the late morning and depart for lunch at a local restaurant in La Paz. After lunch, transfer to San Carlos and embark the National Geographic Venture. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Monday - Jan 21, 2019
Isla Magdalena, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Isla Magdalena, Baja California Sur, Mexico    
Explore the ever-shifting sand dunes of Isla Magdalena, on a cross-island walk to one of the most pristine beaches in the Pacific. Bird watching here can be excellent-magnificent frigatebirds, pelicans, cormorants, terns, great blue herons, ibis, whimbrels, and willets are among the species we might see. It's not unusual to see forty species of birds in just one day along these fertile shorelines where they refuel for their destinations ahead. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Tuesday - Jan 22, 2019
Laguna San Ignacio, Mexico    
Protected since 1993 as part of UNESCO's Whale Sanctuary of El Vizcaino, Laguna San Ignacio is one of the world's most important breeding sites for California gray whales. Each winter, during their long migration, gray whales travel south from their Arctic feeding grounds to breed and raise their calves in these sheltered waters. Observe migrating whales from the ship and up close from local pangas and our Zodiacs. Watch for osprey, brant geese, and countless other breeding and migratory bird species, as well as bottlenose dolphins, during our explorations. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Wednesday - Jan 23, 2019
Laguna San Ignacio, Mexico    
Day 6 - Thursday - Jan 24, 2019
At Sea
At Sea    
As we travel south along the Pacific coast of the peninsula, there is a chance of seeing a wide variety of marine life, including the largest animal on Earth, the blue whale. Hear naturalist talks, and learn photography basics during a day at sea. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Friday - Jan 25, 2019
Land's End, Mexico    
Gorda Banks, Mexico    
This morning cruise past the Friars Rocks at Land's End and choose to visit the historic town center of San Jose del Cabo, or join a birdwatching walk along the local estero. The afternoon is spent at the Gorda Banks seamount or La Fortuna, gathering places for whales, especially humpbacks, dolphins, and other sea life. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Saturday - Jan 26, 2019
Los Islotes, Mexico    
Isla Espiritu Santo, Mexico    
At Los Islotes, don flippers, a mask, and snorkel (which we'll gladly provide) and swim with curious sea lions. We have a leisurely afternoon to swim, kayak, or hike at Isla Espiritu Santo. Endemic yellow-footed gulls, brown pelicans, and blue-footed boobies are all part of the landscape. Finish the day with a relaxing beach barbecue complete with a bonfire and a star-filled sky. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Sunday - Jan 27, 2019
Isla San Francisco, Mexico    
Isla San Jose, Mexico    
Our plan is flexible today, as we explore some of the sea's many uninhabited islands. Go ashore at Isla San Francisco, where a sweeping arc of white-sand beach beckons you to try out our fleet of kayaks and standup paddleboards. Hike to the nearby ridge for unparalleled views with your naturalist. One of the larger islands in the Sea of Cortez, San Jose offers several landing possibilities depending on conditions and the whim of the moment. Photograph the ochre cliffs of the island's eastern shore, hike an "enchanted" arroyo, or visit the abandoned salt works to the west. Search for whales, dolphins, and other marine life this afternoon among the islands of the southern Sea of Cortez. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Monday - Jan 28, 2019
La Paz, Mexico
La Paz, Mexico    
Cruise Ends    
Bus Travel    
San Jose del Cabo, Mexico    
Disembark in La Paz after breakfast and transfer to Los Cabos airport for flights home. (B)
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