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The Sea of corTezBaJa caLIforNIa &
Pure wildness: desert islands & a living sea
Family & Photo Expeditions
With Complimentary Airfare*
Or, 50% Savings for Kids*
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dear traveler,The Sea of Cortez is a rarified pocket of extraordinary wildness and wonder. Jacques
Cousteau called it “the world’s aquarium” for its richness. John Steinbeck fell under
its enchantment, and extolled it in The Log from The Sea of Cortez.
I understand their rapture; I share it. Since 1977 I have spent 50 or so weeks in Baja
California & the Sea of Cortez. It is where the windswept dunes and the blooms of
the desert meet the sea. And it’s among the best places in the world to see marine
mammals—a literal “living sea.” I love to be there with my kids. And as a lifelong
photographer, I think it’s one of the best places on the planet to shoot photos.
UNESCO named the islands of the Sea of Cortez a World Heritage Site for their
outstanding value in their natural, unaltered state. The islands where we sail are
uninhabited, remote and pristine; light years away from the visitor activity that may
come to mind when you think of Los Cabos.
If you want to share a remarkable holiday with your family, I encourage you to head
to the Sea of Cortez. And if making images is your idea of a great time, I invite you to
seek the light and extraordinary subjects of Baja California. Whichever expedition you
choose this season, I promise you’ll have the time of your life.
All the best,
Sven-Olof Lindblad
Perfect Place & Time For a Shared Adventure
See the full itinerary, Staff bioS and more at expeditionS.com/bajajourney
hoLIday JourNey IN The Sea of corTezEmbark on an island-hopping adventure exploring the wild and cultural highpoints of the Sea of Cortez. Embrace the holidays in a whole new way—a shipboard adventure is the perfect opportunity for families to make memories. Each day presents an array of options to do together, or separately, with the chance to regroup and share stories at dinner.
▶ snorkel with acrobatic sea lions—all gear provided, no need to pack your own
▶ explore water-level caves and desert shorelines by solo or tandem kayak
▶ Hike a desert canyon and a forest of cacti; stroll the streets of a historic town
▶ seek thrilling encounters with dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds
▶ shoot with your lindblad-national geographic certified photo instructor
▶ enjoy the company and insights of our engaging expedition team, and the esprit de corps of like-minded fellow guests
With National Geographic photographer Michael Melford Dec. 14 only
8 day Family adventures | 2013: dec. 14, 21, 28 | From $4,990 per person
BOOK BY JUNE 30 FOR FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR from los angeles to los cabos on dec. 14th*—or— CHILDREN SAVE 50% when traveling with a full-fare paying adult dec. 21st & 28th*
ItInerary at-a-Glance
Day 1: U.S./los cabos or la Paz/embark National Geographic Sea Bird in la Paz
DayS 2-7: exploring the Sea of cortez, with stops at pristine islands such as Isla Santa catalina, Isla San Jose, los Islotes, Isla espíritu Santo, plus the historic town of loreto
Day 8: la Paz/Disembark/los cabos or la Paz/U.S.
A true expedition with a flexible day-to-day itinerary, each day’s activities will be crafted based on conditions and wildlife, our 30+
years in the region as our guide.
CATEGORY WINNER SINCE 2009
#1 FOR FAMILIESSMALL-SHIP CRUISE LINE
CATEGORY WINNER SINCE 2009
#1 FOR FAMILIESSMALL-SHIP CRUISE LINE
CATEGORY WINNER SINCE 2009
#1 FOR FAMILIESSMALL-SHIP CRUISE LINE
CATEGORY WINNER SINCE 2009
#1 FOR FAMILIESSMALL-SHIP CRUISE LINE
Inclusive Pricing Means Real ValueYou won’t miss out on anything because nearly all activities are included in the price of your expedition—snorkeling, kayaking, photo instruction, guided walks, and more. The only things not included are those of a personal nature or that interest a limited number of people—alcohol, Internet usage, tips to the crew.
PeerleSS lIGht. Sunrise paints with a surreal golden brush, and
sunset lingers with a burn of red, orange, and pink. If it’s true that photos
are paintings of light, then dawn and dusk in the Sea of Cortez offer a
palette stolen from Matisse.
extraorDInary comPoSItIonS. A rarified place where the desert
meets the sea. Ideally wild, its islands are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The seas are rich with cetaceans, bow-riding dolphins, plus sea lions
and seabirds. At every turn there’s a photo op.
a team of exPertS. There to help you transmute the magic of the Sea of Cortez through your camera
lens and into indelible images. Get the most out of your camera with help from National Geographic
photographers and Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructors.
Why the Sea of Cortez is Ideal for Photography
Get the detailed itinerary, Staff bioS and more at expeditionS.com/bajalandSea
See the full itinerary, Staff bioS and more at expeditionS.com/bajajourney
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Holiday Journey in the Sea of Cortez Dec. 14, 2013
flIP nIcklInJourney in the Sea of Cortez, Jan. 4, 2014 Baja Land & Sea Photo Retreat, Jan. 11, 2014
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Journey in the Sea of Cortez Jan. 4, 2014
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Baja Land & Sea Photo Retreat Jan. 11, 2014
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Journey in the Sea of Cortez Jan. 4, 2014
A special photo expedition that offers instruction and rare opportunities in an enchanting setting. Over three nights at the exclusive resort, Rancho Las Cruces, and four aboard National Geographic Sea Bird, you’ll find unique experiences that will take your shooting to the next level, including:
▶ Free run of seaside resort rancho las cruces, exclusively ours for the expedition
▶ technique and in-field instruction from national geographic photographers ralph lee Hopkins and Flip nicklin, the world’s foremost marine mammal photographer
▶ adobe Photoshop and lightroom image-processing sessions with a B&H Photo/ video specialist
▶ outings timed to take advantage of Baja’s peerless light; hikes and Zodiac cruises that move at a photographer’s pace
▶ our entire host of cool tools for exploration—kayaks, snorkeling gear, and more
▶ search for whale sharks, conditions permitting
With National Geographic photographers Ralph Lee Hopkins & Flip Nicklinand a B&H Photo/Video post-production specialist
8 days | jan. 11, 2014 | From $5,550 per person
BOOK BY JUNE 30 FOR FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR FROM LOS ANGELES TO LOS CABOS*
ItInerary at-a-Glance
Jan. 11: U.S./los cabos/rancho las cruces resortJan. 12-13: rancho las cruces Jan. 14: rancho las cruces/la Paz/embark National Geographic Sea BirdJan. 15: Isla Santa catalinaJan. 16: exploring the Sea of cortezJan. 17: los Islotes/Isla espíritu SantoJan. 18: la Paz/Disembark/los cabos/U.S.
A true expedition with a flexible day-to-day itinerary, each day’s activities will be crafted based on conditions and wildlife, our 30+ years in the region as our guide.
JourNey IN The Sea of corTez: PhoTo exPedITIoN
Focus on photography on this island-hopping adventure in an eco- playground of pure wildness. While exploring the Sea of Cortez and its islands with National Geographic Sea Bird as your base, you’ll discover unique opportunities including:
▶ shooting tips in the field from top photographers; impromptu technique sessions and structured review-and-critique times
▶ snorkel with acrobatic sea lions—all gear provided, no need to pack your own
▶ Hike desert canyons, a forest of cacti; stroll the streets of a historic town
▶ seek thrilling encounters with dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds
With National Geographic photographer Flip Nicklin and Nikon-certified instructors Bob Smith and Layne Kennedy
8 days | jan. 4, 2014 | From $4,990 per person
ItInerary at-a-Glance
Jan. 4: U.S./los cabos or la Paz/embark National Geographic Sea Bird in la Paz
Jan. 5-10: exploring the Sea of cortez, with stops at pristine islands such as Isla Santa catalina, Isla San Jose, los Islotes, Isla espíritu Santo, plus the historic town of loreto
Jan. 11: la Paz/Disembark/los cabos or la Paz/U.S.
A true expedition with a flexible day-to-day itinerary, each day’s activities will be crafted based on conditions and wildlife, our 30+ years in the region as our guide.
PHoto credits: stewart cohen, jay dickman, ralph lee Hopkins, sven-olof lindblad, Michael s. nolan, gary d. Paige, diana robinson.for reServatIonS: contact your travel agent or lindblad expeditions 1.800.exPeDItIon (1.800.397.3348) * Book by June 30, 2013 for complimentary round-trip airfare from Los Angeles to Los Cabos on the Dec. 14, 2013 departure of Holiday Journey in the Sea of Cortez,
or on the Jan. 11, 2014 departure of the Baja California Land & Sea Photo Retreat. Complimentary airfare is subject to availability at the time of booking, and is based on round-trip economy group flights that must be ticketed by Lindblad Expeditions. In the event complimentary flights are unavailable at time of booking, we reserve the right to issue an air credit. 50% Savings for children is valid on the Dec. 21 and Dec. 28, 2013 departures of Holiday Journey in the Sea of Cortez only, and applies to children who are sharing accommodations with a full-fare paying adult. For the purposes of this promotion, a child must be 18 or under at time of travel. Offers are valid for new bookings only, and may not be combined with other offers. Please call for details.
Discover the sea of cortez in Baja California, a miraculous sea,
teeming with life, ringed by desert
islands alive with wildness. Our
expedition ships have been introducing
intelligent, curious travelers to this
largely unknown wonderland since
1977. Join us aboard the 62-guest
National Geographic Sea Bird this
season to immerse yourself in
untrammeled nature.
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