Guest heading back to the ship National Geographic Venture by zodiac in Honeymoon Cove, Bay of Loreto National Park, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Guest heading back to the ship National Geographic Venture by zodiac in Honeymoon Cove, Bay of Loreto National Park, Baja California Sur, Mexico
ExpeditionsBaja California Discovery: Exploring Mexico’s Gulf of California

Baja California Discovery: Exploring Mexico’s Gulf of California

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Journey deep into the Gulf of California to discover its hidden treasures. This encompassing expedition is the result of years of careful exploration by our veteran naturalists and features the best destinations this rich sea has to offer. It truly captures the exploratory spirit of our earliest days on the peninsula, more than 40 years ago, when Sven Lindblad first introduced intrepid travelers to its wild waters and desert shores.   

Highlights

Zodiacs in formation going to shore from the ship National Geographic Venture, Baja California, Mexico.
  • Immerse yourself in striking desert landscapes, pristine coastal waters, and extraordinary biodiversity

  • Embark on regular marine safaris in search of dolphins, sea lions, up to six species of whales, and—if we're lucky—whale sharks

  • Explore the lesser-visited Midriff Islands including Isla Rasa, where half a million nesting sea birds occupy a 150-acre island

  • Visit multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites and snorkel in the crystalline waters of protected marine reserves

  • Enjoy a rare opportunity to see and photograph one of the strangest plants on earth, the otherworldly Boojum tree

  • Kayak and paddleboard clear blue waters to search for wildlife, including magnificent frigatebirds, and investigate the intricacies of the shoreline 

From

$8,100

/ per person

Does not include any flights

duration
11 Days
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2026-2027 Voyages

Baja California 2026-27

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From

$8,100

/ per person

duration
11 Days

View our brochure for more details

2026-2027 Voyages

Baja California 2026-27

From

$8,100

/ per person

duration
11 Days
See all offers

View our brochure for more details

2026-2027 Voyages

Baja California 2026-27

Ships

Ship National Geographic Venture

National Geographic Venture

GUESTS 100

CABINS 50

DECKS 4

American-flagged, she is ideal for discovering domestic waters. Her design innovations were informed by 50+ years of expedition expertise to ensure extraordinary discoveries.

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Expedition Extensions

Cathedral of La Paz,La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Extension
Pre-Voyage

Baja California Culture and Cuisine Pre-Voyage Extension

Duration3 Days

Starting from

$1,730

/ per person

Explore
Cathedral of La Paz,La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Extension
Post-Voyage

Baja California Culture and Cuisine Post-Voyage Extension

Duration3 Days

Starting from

$1,640

/ per person

Explore
Small fishing boats called pangas in the inner harbor in Loreto, Baja California Sur, Gulf of California, Mexico.
Extension
Pre-Voyage

One-Night Loreto Pre-Voyage Extension

Duration2 Days

Starting from

$950

/ per person

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Expedition Team

Our captains, crew, staff and guides make up the most experienced team in the industry—committed to making every voyage unforgettable. Veteran captains, with decades at sea, are experts at navigating in all conditions, while seasoned naturalists bring advanced knowledge in fields such as geology, wildlife biology and climate science. Many of these professionals have been with us for decades, and their insights bring each destination to life in ways that profoundly enrich your journey. Their expertise is the foundation for the meaningful and transformative experiences we offer in the world’s most extraordinary places.

Captain Andrew Cook with guests and Staff on the Bridge of National Geographic Venture, Baja California, Mexico

Special Offers

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2026-2027 Voyages

Baja California 2026-27

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