Baja California Holiday: A Living Sea and Desert Isles
7 nights
National Geographic Venture
12 Dec '26Cruise overview
Transport your holiday traditions to Baja California for a spectacular celebration of wildness. Designated by UNESCO as a marine world heritage site and dubbed “the world’s aquarium” by Jacques Cousteau, the waters and islands of the Gulf of California are places of legendary biodiversity. This isolated region is, arguably, the best place in the world to keep watch for a vast variety of whale species plus massive pods of dolphins, leaping mobula rays, and seabirds.
Itinerary
Loreto
Arrive in Loreto, a picturesque gulfside town dotted with spanish colonial architecture. Transfer to the National Geographic Venture to set sail at sunset.
Arrival Time: Arrive before 2:30 p.m. local time.
Arrival City: Loreto, Mexico
Gulf of California
Gulf of California
Gulf of California
Gulf of California
Gulf of California
Gulf of California
Loreto
Category 1
#301-306 — Cabins feature two single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk, two nightstands, two portholes, a full-length mirror, and reading lights.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
A modern, expedition-ready vessel blending rugged exploration with comfort, technology and style.
- Carries just 100 guests for an intimate expedition experience
- Purpose-built for Alaska, Baja and the Pacific Northwest
- Shallow draft for navigating narrow channels and remote bays
- Fleet of Zodiacs, kayaks and paddleboards for daily adventures
- Open-bridge policy for guest interaction with officers and crew
- All outside-facing cabins, several with step-out balconies
- Contemporary lounge and wraparound windows for wildlife viewing
- Casual open-seating dining featuring regional ingredients
- Wellness space with a small gym and a treatment room
- Dedicated mudroom for gear storage and excursion preparation