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Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - Jan 10, 2026
Day 1
La Paz, Mexico
Arrive in San Jose del Cabo and transfer to La Paz to embark the National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Sea Lion. You may opt for a pre-voyage extension exploring the region's culture and cuisine.
Sunday - Jan 11, 2026
Day 2
Cruising the Sea of Cortez
Dubbed the "world's aquarium" by Jacques Cousteau, the Gulf of California is home to a tapestry of biological diversity. With some luck, and the help of your naturalists, you'll encounter whales, bottlenose and common dolphins, and other sea life in these wildlife-rich waters. The day's plan is flexible as you explore some of the uninhabited islands sprinkled across the Gulf, spend time on the bow searching for marine life, or visit uninhabited islands to hike among huge cacti and diverse bird life. Swim or snorkel with king angelfish, surgeonfish, butterfly fish, damselfish, and iridescent parrotfish. ... Read More
Monday - Jan 12, 2026
Day 3
Los Islotes, Mexico
Isla Espiritu Santo, Mexico
With deeply indented shorelines and dramatically eroded cliff faces, Los Islotes and Isla Espiritu Santo are two of the most beautiful islands in the Gulf of California. Suit up in provided snorkeling gear to experience the thrill of swimming with the curious sea lions. This afternoon, choose to swim, kayak, or hike at Isla Espiritu Santo where brown pelicans, gulls, and boobies dot the landscape. ... Read More
Tuesday - Jan 13, 2026
Day 4
San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
Gorda Banks, Mexico
Start the day cruising past the spectacular Friars Rocks at Land's End, an iconic landmark named after its semblance to the hooded monks. Then, visit the historic town center of San Jose del Cabo, a culinary and cultural haven that's home to the beautiful San Jose Mission and an array of art galleries. Spend the afternoon at the Gordo Banks seamount or La Fortuna, nutrient-rich gathering places for whales, dolphins, and other exciting sea life. While on the lookout, naturalists are always available to inform and enlighten you with their deep knowledge of and passion for the peninsula. ... Read More
Wednesday - Jan 14, 2026
Day 5
Cruising Magdalena Bay, Mexico
Explore the remarkable geography of Magdalena Bay-an immense system of protected coves and channels bordered by mangrove forests that transition into a vast, windswept plain. Hike across rolling sand dunes, kayak along pristine coastlines, and explore this magical area by Zodiac. Watch for magnificent frigatebirds, pelicans, cormorants, terns, great blue herons, ibis, and willets and capture their movements with the help of your certified photography instructor. ... Read More
Thursday - Jan 15, 2026
Day 6
Cruising Magdalena Bay, Mexico
Friday - Jan 16, 2026
Day 7
Cruising Magdalena Bay, Mexico
Saturday - Jan 17, 2026
Day 8
San Carlos, Mexico
After breakfast, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for flights home or to Loreto's city center to begin your two-night history and whale-watching extension.
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