Carolina Alumni Travel
- Overview
- Itinerary and Map
- Pricing Details
- Physical Needs
- Conditions
- Resources
Enjoy several days in the company of majestic gray whales in Baja California’s Magdalena Bay, one of the best places in the world to encounter gray whale mothers and their calves. On this compact trip, we explore aboard the only expedition ship in the region small and nimble enough to anchor inside the bay’s sheltered waters, giving you unparalleled access to this busy whale nursery. Set out in local pangas for up-close encounters with these curious cetaceans, kayak mangrove forests and hike desert islands and look for pelicans and ospreys while soaking up the sun on pristine beaches.
Highlights include:
- Kayak and paddleboard in stunning mangrove forest
- Hike or ride fat-tire bikes across diverse desert landscape
- Scan the skies for a variety of bird species
- Look for gigantic gray whale mothers and their calves, delighting in up-close encounters
Day 1 - Depart U.S. | Loreto, Mexico | San Carlos | Embark
Days 2 to 5 - Explore various spots within Magdalena Bay
Day 6 - San Carlos | Disembark | Loreto | Depart for the U.S.
Base Price: from $5,160 per person, based on double occupancy
- Solo cabin only available in category 1 and 2, limited availability
- $7,880 - Solo category 2, limited availability
- Airfare additional
Inclusions:
- 5 nights aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird
- 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners; beer, wine, cocktails and spirits (with certain super premium wines and liquors available for purchase) and 24-hour access to snack, premium coffees and teas, non-alcoholic beverages and filtered water.
- Excursions and airport transfers, as indicated in the itinerary
Below are physical expectations required to fully enjoy the journey. We, and the tour operator, are happy to discuss the physical needs of this trip to ensure the best fit. Should you reserve space, be sure to share with the tour operator physical accommodations you may need i.e. Cpap machine, hearing aid for listening device, special medicine, etc.
- Rated: Moderate - 3 out of 5
- Consistent amount of walking most days, about 2-4 miles per day
- Trip features long touring days and may include travel via various modes of transportation.
- Travelers should be able to board without assistance as well as stand and walk over uneven terrain including cobblestones for extended periods of time.
- Elevators are not always available at sights or hotels
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure or on the tour operator’s website.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.