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A Southern Migration: From the Channel Islands to Baja California

<p>Enter a time machine: see the SoCal coast as it is and as it was while making time-warping discoveries. Depart Los Angeles&rsquo;s bustling port for the nearby Channel Islands to witness intact wildness, complete with thriving endemic species, mere nautical miles from a sprawling metropolis. Sail south, going behind the scenes at a world-class vineyard and dining at a private lunch at a boutique vineyard in the world-renowned Valle de Guadalupe. Meet the residents of Isla Natividad, an incredibly successful co-op within the Vizcaino Biosphere, and learn the inspiring story of their sustainable fishing practices. And throughout, keep an eye to the horizon for migrating whales.</p>
27 November, 2025 to 08 December, 2025
Category 1 $13,491 AUD pp
Cat 1 #301-306 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and two portholes. Each cabin has individual climate controls, allowing you to adjust the temperature to your liking. Botanically-inspired shampoo, shower gel, and lotion are all available in cabin bathrooms, as well as an Expedition Essential Kit. Hair dryers are also available in each cabin.
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Category 2 $15,651 AUD pp
Cat 2 #307-315 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and two portholes. Each cabin has individual climate controls, allowing you to adjust the temperature to your liking. Botanically-inspired shampoo, shower gel, and lotion are all available in cabin bathrooms, as well as an Expedition Essential Kit. Hair dryers are also available in each cabin.
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Category 3 $17,469 AUD pp
Cat 3 #201-206 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and a large view window. Each cabin has individual climate controls, allowing you to adjust the temperature to your liking. Botanically-inspired shampoo, shower gel, and lotion are all available in cabin bathrooms, as well as an Expedition Essential Kit. Hair dryers are also available in each cabin.
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Category 4 $19,440 AUD pp
Cat 4 #207-229 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk, sliding glass door and small, private balcony. Each cabin has individual climate controls, allowing you to adjust the temperature to your liking. Botanically-inspired shampoo, shower gel, and lotion are all available in cabin bathrooms, as well as an Expedition Essential Kit. Hair dryers are also available in each cabin.
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Category 5 Suite $21,617 AUD pp
Observation Deck #101-108 (Suite) Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, large view windows, an expanded bathroom, writing desk, ample storage space, and a convertible sofa bed to accommodate a third person. Each cabin has individual climate controls, allowing you to adjust the temperature to your liking. Botanically-inspired shampoo, shower gel, and lotion are all available in cabin bathrooms, as well as an Expedition Essential Kit. Hair dryers are also available in each cabin.
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A Southern Migration: From the Channel Islands to Baja California itinerary:

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DAY 1 Los Angeles, California, U.S. / Embark Ship

 

Arrive in Los Angeles by early afternoon. Transfer to the port to embark National Geographic Venture.

Arrival Time: Arrive before 3:00 p.m. local time.

Arrival City: Los Angeles, California

Meals Included: Dinner

DAY 2 Channel Islands National Park

 

Not far from the city lights, these islands are a world away, home to incredibly diverse and endemic flora and fauna. Spend the day kayaking, hiking one of the many trails, or simply relaxing ashore. Learn the fascinating prehistory of these islands from our naturalists.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3 Ensenada, Mexico / Valle de Guadalupe

 

Vineyards and culinary marvels await in one of the world’s hottest up-and-coming wine regions. See what the hype is all about as we visit a family-run vineyard for a private tour, tasting, and lunch.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4: Bahía de San Quintín

 

Explore Bahía de San Quintín and surrounding islands—home to 400+ species of plants, animals, and birds, including 23 seabird species. The bay is located along the Pacific Flyway migration route and sees more than 25,000 birds pass through in the winter.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAYS 5-7 El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve / Islas San Benito / Isla Natividad / At Sea

 

Explore El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve and its plentiful wildlife, sailing to Islas San Benito, home to thousands of breeding elephant seals, and on to Isla Natividad to learn of the community’s exemplary protection of the fragile ecosystems of the reserve. We are at sea the following day searching for a wide variety of marine life, including the largest animal on Earth, the blue whale, listening to naturalist talks, and learning photography tips and tricks.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8 Bahía Magdalena

 

Isla Magdalena and the bay of the same name are irresistible treats for the nature lover. Come to know this island while hiking the ever-shifting, wind-sculpted dunes on our cross-island transit to Sand Dollar Beach. Watch for coyote tracks in the soft dunes and spot migratory shorebirds. Many—including western sandpipers, whimbrels, willets, Wilson’s and black-bellied plovers, and marbled godwits—are concluding their southbound journeys here. Observe astounding flora, like the endemic and sideways-growing creeping devil, a columnar cactus thick with spines packed together to protect against herbivores and the relentless sun. This evening, as we exit the bay, be on the lookout for beaked dolphins and, with luck, a humpback whale.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9 Los Cabos and Gorda Banks

 

Cruise past Friars Rocks and visit the historic town center of San José del Cabo before cruising Gorda Banks seamount or La Fortuna, renowned gathering places for whales, dolphins, and other marine life.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAYS 10-11 Cabo Pulmo / Los Islotes

 

Snorkel the pristine reefs of Cabo Pulmo National Park and chat with locals about their advocacy to protect this unique place. With luck, swim with sea lions before relaxing ashore.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 12 La Paz / Disembark Ship / San José del Cabo

 

Disembark in La Paz and transfer to Los Cabos airport for flights home.

Departure Time: Depart after 2:00 p.m. local time.

Departure City: San Jose del Cabo, Mexico

Meals Included: Breakfast

Please Note:

Itineraries are subject to change.

A Southern Migration: From the Channel Islands to Baja California reverse itinerary:

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Please Note: *

Itineraries are subject to change.

DAY 12 La Paz / Disembark Ship / San José del Cabo *

 

Disembark in La Paz and transfer to Los Cabos airport for flights home.

Departure Time: Depart after 2:00 p.m. local time.

Departure City: San Jose del Cabo, Mexico

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAYS 10-11 Cabo Pulmo / Los Islotes *

 

Snorkel the pristine reefs of Cabo Pulmo National Park and chat with locals about their advocacy to protect this unique place. With luck, swim with sea lions before relaxing ashore.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9 Los Cabos and Gorda Banks *

 

Cruise past Friars Rocks and visit the historic town center of San José del Cabo before cruising Gorda Banks seamount or La Fortuna, renowned gathering places for whales, dolphins, and other marine life.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8 Bahía Magdalena *

 

Isla Magdalena and the bay of the same name are irresistible treats for the nature lover. Come to know this island while hiking the ever-shifting, wind-sculpted dunes on our cross-island transit to Sand Dollar Beach. Watch for coyote tracks in the soft dunes and spot migratory shorebirds. Many—including western sandpipers, whimbrels, willets, Wilson’s and black-bellied plovers, and marbled godwits—are concluding their southbound journeys here. Observe astounding flora, like the endemic and sideways-growing creeping devil, a columnar cactus thick with spines packed together to protect against herbivores and the relentless sun. This evening, as we exit the bay, be on the lookout for beaked dolphins and, with luck, a humpback whale.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAYS 5-7 El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve / Islas San Benito / Isla Natividad / At Sea *

 

Explore El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve and its plentiful wildlife, sailing to Islas San Benito, home to thousands of breeding elephant seals, and on to Isla Natividad to learn of the community’s exemplary protection of the fragile ecosystems of the reserve. We are at sea the following day searching for a wide variety of marine life, including the largest animal on Earth, the blue whale, listening to naturalist talks, and learning photography tips and tricks.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4: Bahía de San Quintín *

 

Explore Bahía de San Quintín and surrounding islands—home to 400+ species of plants, animals, and birds, including 23 seabird species. The bay is located along the Pacific Flyway migration route and sees more than 25,000 birds pass through in the winter.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3 Ensenada, Mexico / Valle de Guadalupe *

 

Vineyards and culinary marvels await in one of the world’s hottest up-and-coming wine regions. See what the hype is all about as we visit a family-run vineyard for a private tour, tasting, and lunch.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 2 Channel Islands National Park *

 

Not far from the city lights, these islands are a world away, home to incredibly diverse and endemic flora and fauna. Spend the day kayaking, hiking one of the many trails, or simply relaxing ashore. Learn the fascinating prehistory of these islands from our naturalists.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 1 Los Angeles, California, U.S. / Embark Ship *

 

Arrive in Los Angeles by early afternoon. Transfer to the port to embark National Geographic Venture.

Arrival Time: Arrive before 3:00 p.m. local time.

Arrival City: Los Angeles, California

Meals Included: Dinner

* = Indicative
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National Geographic Venture, the ship servicing A Southern Migration: From the Channel Islands to Baja California

National Geographic Venture

Vessel Type: Expedition Ship

Passenger Capacity: 100

Built: 2017

National Geographic Venture is a purpose-built expedition vessel designed to follow the seasons and uncover the wild beauty of North America’s west coast and Baja California. A sister ship to National Geographic Quest, she was constructed at the renowned Nichols Brothers shipyard in the Pacific Northwest, continuing a legacy of shipbuilding excellence that began with Sea Bird and Sea Lion in the 1970s. Carrying 100 guests in 50 comfortable cabins, Venture offers the perfect balance of modern amenities and expedition-ready design, with a shallow draught that allows for access to hidden coves, narrow inlets, and wildlife-rich waters.

On board, guests enjoy spacious public areas including a lounge with bar and presentation space, a dining room with open seating, a Global Gallery, fitness centre, and a furnished sundeck. A mudroom with lockers keeps expedition gear handy, while the open Bridge invites guests to learn from the Captain and crew. With twin Zodiac platforms for efficient embarkation, Venture is ideally suited for spontaneous wildlife encounters and exploration by paddleboard or kayak. Her design, informed by over 50 years of expedition expertise, ensures an immersive, flexible, and unforgettable experience at sea.

Cabin layout for National Geographic Venture
• Discover the incredible biodiversity of Channel Islands National Park, home to over 2,000 species including 145 endemics

• In El Vizcaino Biosphere Reserve, we explore Mexico's largest protected area. It is where resident snd migratory songbirds inhabit the arid landscape, dotted with sentinel cacti, adjacent to the Pacific where elephant seals quarrel on remote islands, seabirds wheel overhead and dolphins cut the ocean's surface.

• Hike across the ever-shifting sand dunes of Isla Magdalena and count the 40 species of birds that inhabit this area

• Watch the sunrise over the iconic El Arco de Cabo San Lucas

• Snorkel in Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park, the only hard coral reef in North America, with over 220 species of fish