Wild Baja California Escape: The Whales of Magdalena Bay

Feb. 15–20, 2025

Tour Operator: National Geographic - Lindblad Expeditions

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Easy: Minimal walking is required. Typically, involves cruising by ship. Suitable for travelers with limited mobility. Optional excursions may require a higher activity level.

Moderate: Moderate amount of walking required. Typically, two to three miles a day, often uphill, on uneven terrain and/or with multiple stairs. Requires the ability to board a ship and motor coach without assistance.

Active: Extensive walking required. Typically, three or more miles a day, often uphill, on uneven terrain, and/or with multiple stairs. May include optional activities such as biking, kayaking, or hiking and included destinations with high altitudes. Excellent health is required to take full advantage of the tour's inclusions.

Highly Active: Extensive walking and intense daily physical activity required. Appropriate for people who lead very active lives. Trip activities will be at a higher intensity and a more vigorous pace and may include activities such as biking, hiking at high altitudes and for long distances, white water rafting, and kayaking. A pre-trip physical training program is highly recommended and strongly encouraged.

To fully enjoy your tour experience, it is important to be in good health regardless of the tour's activity level. Please use your best discretion when deciding which group tour is right for you as your ability will have an impact on other participants. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the UW Alumni Tours office.

Activity Level: Active

To learn more or to make a reservation please call Lindblad Expeditions at 1-833-985-1261.  

While whales may be the highlight, there is so much more to do: kayak or paddleboard among mangroves; grab a fat-tire bike to ride over striking desert terrain; hike expansive beaches searching for sand dollars; and scan the skies for bird species, from diving brown pelicans to soaring magnificent frigatebirds.

Highlights

• Search for gray whale mothers and their calves aboard Zodiacs and local pangas, delighting in up-close encounters.
• Kayak and paddleboard through stunning mangroves, or beachcomb along endless beaches.
• Explore diverse landscapes and ride a fat-tire bike along desert island terrain.
  Learn about desert ecosystems, seabird migrations and whale behavior from our experienced naturalists.
• With National Geographic Global Explorers, our exclusive family program, kids and teens will learn about this vibrant part of the world—from migrating gray whales to desert plant species.
• Enjoy first-rate amenities, superb food and supreme comfort aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion.

Cost Details

Please see tour brochure for details.

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