BASE CAMP CHANNEL ISLANDS DECEMBER 7-11, 2019 | ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC VENTURE

 

  

Getaway for a revitalizing experience of wildness and wellness. Travel aboard the National Geographic Venture, your floating base camp, and sail to the Channel Islands. We’ll actively explore three of the five wildlife‐rich islands which make up the Channel Islands National Park, plus beautiful Catalina Island. Kayak and hike unmarred landscapes, revel in pure nature, and rejuvenate mind, body, and soul with Exhale's award‐winning wellbeing programs. 

 DAY 1:  SAN DIEGO, CA/EMBARK  

We  embark  National  Geographic Venture  in  the early evening and set 

sail.  Enjoy a  short Exhale  presentation on mindfulness and  a  sunset  cruise  (aka  golden  hour  for photographers!). (D) 

DAY 2:  ANACAPA AND SANTA CRUZ ISLANDS, CHANNEL ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK  

Wake  to  the  gentle  motion  of  the ship  at  anchor  off  the  rocky  outcropping  of  East Anacapa  Island.  Join  your  Exhale  instructor  on  the sundeck  for morning  yoga,  before  heeding  the  call  of the  breakfast  buffet.  After  breakfast,  join  naturalists aboard  our  expedition  landing  craft  to  go  ashore  on East Anacapa. The goal is the Anacapa Lighthouse, built in 1912,  the  last major  light  station  to be built on  the west coast. Enjoy strolling through the landscape or   

 head out on mindfulness hikes and benefit  from post‐hike Exhale stretch lab session. 

And get ready to really geek out on Santa Cruz when we head there after lunch for hiking and exploring. At over 96  square  miles  in  size,  it’s  the  largest  island  in California, with more than 600 plant species, 140 birds, including large colonies of nesting seabirds, and 11 land mammal species,  including pinnipeds.  Isolation has  led to  adaptation—there  are  60  endemic  species  found nowhere else in the world. So, test your skills by trying to spot  the Santa Cruz  Island  fox—one of  the smallest in the world. 

FOR QUESTIONS, OR TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION,  

PLEASE CONTACT OUR LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS’  

GROUP COORDINATOR AT:  

Phone: 888‐773‐9007 

Email: groups@expeditions.com 

 Spend the day your way: there are many trails covering the eastern end of  the  island offering  the opportunity for  leisurely  walking,  birding,  or  working  with  your certified  photo  instructor  to  capture  the  natural beauty.  Or  opt  for  a  strenuous  hike  and  make  your Fitbit proud. Grab a kayak or a paddleboard to explore the shoreline. Go beachcombing. Head back to the ship to  refresh  for  cocktail  hour  and Recap,  a presentation or  two,  a  pre‐dinner  neck  and  shoulder  massage  on deck (first come, first serve), and dinner. (B,L,D)  

DAY 3:  SANTA ROSA ISLAND, CHANNEL ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK  

Kickstart  your morning with  a morn‐ing  Exhale  Beach  Boot  Camp  class 

ashore before breakfast on board. Weather permitting, spend the day tide‐pooling, kayaking, or hike one of the many  trails.  Join  our  naturalists  for  a more  strenuous hike  out  to  the  base  of  the  Torrey  Pines,  considered one  of  the  world’s  rarest  pines,  and  one  of  only  two naturally occurring groves in the world.  

The  day  ends  with  a  pre‐dinner  Chill  Yoga  session  on deck, followed by a sunset cocktail party. (B,L,D) 

DAY 4:  CATALINA ISLAND  

Spend  the  day  discovering  the  colorful  history  and natural  wonders  of  Catalina  Island.  Once  a  haunt  of smugglers and gold‐diggers, the island was transformed into a resort destination by chewing gum tycoon  

 William Wrigley, Jr.  in the 1920s.  Some 50 years later, William’s  heirs,  Philip  K. Wrigley  and  Dorothy Wrigley Offield,  established  the  Catalina  Island  Conservancy, protecting  nearly  90  percent  of  the  island.  After  a morning workout on deck followed by breakfast, meet with  a member  of  the  Conservancy  for  a  guided walk along the coastline and into the backcountry. With luck, we may catch a glimpse—or a photo—of the elusive fox species  endemic  to  the  island.  Head  for  the  water  to kayak or stand‐up paddleboard.   

After  lunch,  the  ship  drops  anchor  in  Avalon  Harbor, where you’ll have time to explore on your own. Ride a bike through Avalon, a town of less than 5,000, or hike up to Avalon Canyon for spectacular views and a visit to the  Wrigley  Memorial  and  Botanic  Garden―featuring Ada Wrigley's original desert exotica  collection as well as  a  collection  of  Channel  Island  endemic  plants,  plus the  spectacular  tile  and  rockwork  all  from  Catalina Island. Or  step  into an architectural  gem:  the art deco Catalina  Casino,  built  by  William Wrigley,  Jr.  in  1929. Scuba‐certified? Our team will arrange diving and gear rental  for you with a top  local operator. Return to the ship  for  sunset yoga on deck, a  farewell dinner, and a last evening at sea. (B,L,D)  DAY 5:  SAN DIEGO/DISEMBARK  

Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking—refreshed by your getaway. 

 

 

 

Nan Sterman is a garden expert, designer, author, botanist, and award‐winning journalist. She is dedicated to the transformation of planted landscapes from overly thirsty and resource intensive to climate appropriate and sustainable. Nan speaks and writes about beautiful low water, low maintenance, and edible gardens; she designs those kinds of gardens for clients as well.  

Nan hosts, co‐produces, and writes the award‐winning public TV show, A Growing Passion; 

“growing” in this case refers to the plants that weave the series together as Nan shows viewers 

the ways that plants power our planet.  The show takes viewers anywhere and everywhere plants grow, from farms 

to native habitats, zoos to urban forests, chaparral, and much more. Find A Growing Passion online at 

www.agrowingpassion.com.  

She has written countless articles and several books, including the brand new Hot Colors, Dry Garden (Timber Press, 

2018) about ways to incorporate color in water‐wise gardens. 

Nan also leads international garden tours. 

Before delving into the professional gardening world, Nan earned a graduate degree from UC Santa Barbara where 

she studied phytoplankton physiology, with a focus on California’s Channel Islands and its native habitats.  She went 

on to earn another graduate degree that lead her to create curricula, training programs, and educational materials 

for Fortune 500 companies, zoos, aquaria, and not‐for‐profit organizations. Her ability to take complex information 

and create effective educational programs is one of her greatest strengths, and a major source of her successes. 

 

Cancellation Policy:  

# of Days Prior to Expedition Start          Per Person Cancellation Fee 

120 or more days     $350 

119‐90 days     Advance Payment Cost 

89‐60 days     25 % of trip cost 

59‐45 days     50% of trip cost 

44‐0 days      No Refund 

 

 

 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC VENTURE 

  CABIN CATEGORY  01  02  03  04  05 

COST PER PERSON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY  $ 3,010  $ 3,680  $ 4,220  $ 4,770  $ 5,310  

    CABIN CATEGORY  01  02 

COST PER PERSON SINGLE OCCUPANCY  $ 4,520  $ 5,540  

  

Advance Payment: $750 per person  Cost  Includes:  All  accommodations  aboard  ship;  all  meals  and nonalcoholic beverages aboard ship; shore excursions; sight‐seeing and  entrance  fees;  special  access  permits  and  park  fees;  use  of kayaks and paddleboards; taxes and service charges; and services of Lindblad Expeditions’ natural history staff.  Not  Included:  Air  transportation;  transfers  from  airport  upon arrival or departure; passport or visa  fees  if necessary; meals not indicated;  travel  protection  plan;  optional  diving  excursions; personal  items  such  as Wi‐Fi,  laundry,  spa  treatments,  alcoholic beverages, etc.; gratuities to the ship’s crew are at your discretion. 

       

CATEGORY 1: Main Deck #301-306 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and two portholes.

CATEGORY 2: Main Deck #307-315 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and two portholes.

CATEGORY 3: Upper Deck #201-206 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk and two large view windows.

CATEGORY 4: Upper Deck #207-229 Cabins feature two lower single beds that can convert to a Queen, a writing desk, large view window and small, private balcony.

CAPACITY: 100 Guests in 50 cabins. REGISTRY: United States. OVERALL LENGTH: 238 feet.

The National Geographic Venture, launching in 2019, will be the latest addition to the Lindblad-National Geographic fleet. Designed with over 50 years of expedition heritage and built in the U.S., National Geographic Venture will set a new standard in exploration and comfort. PUBLIC AREAS: Global gallery; fitness center; LEXspa; lounge with full service bar and facilities for films and presentations; observation deck; mudroom with lockers for expedition gear, and a partially covered sundeck with chairs and tables. Our “open bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our officers and captain and learn about navigation.

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Breakfast is a wide selection buffet and dinner is served family-style. Menu emphasizes local fare.

CABINS: All cabins face outside with windows or portholes, private facilities and climate controls. Category 4 cabins have step-out balconies.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: A fleet of 8 Zodiacs and 24 kayaks, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, splash-cam, underwater video camera, video microscope, paddle boards, snorkeling gear for all guests (where applicable).

SPECIAL FEATURES: Guest internet access, elevator, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor, a video chronicler and undersea specialist.

WELLNESS: The vessels are staffed by a Wellness Specialist and featurea gym with an elliptical machine, treadmill, exercycles, handweights and resistance bands. Treatments in the LEXspa are available by appointment.

CATEGORY 5 (SUITE): Observation Deck #101-108 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.

NOTE: Sole Occupancy cabins are available in Categories 1 and 2 only. Third person rates are available in Category 5 cabins at one half the double occupancy rate.

Connecting Cabins via internal doorway access: Main Deck: #312-314, #311- 315, #306-308, #305-307 Upper Deck: #224-226, #225-227

The dining room with large picture windows; Category 4 cabin with lower single beds (which can convert to a Queen) and a private step-out balcony. Select cabins connect via an inside doorway.

MAIN DECK

310 308 306 304 302

309 307 305 303 301

TREATMENT ROOM

MUD ROOM

314 312

315 311W.C.

ELEVATOR

UPPER DECK

228 222 220 218 216 214 212 210 208 206 204 202

229 223 221 219 217 215 211 209 207 205 203 201

226 224

227 225W.C.

ELEVATOR

LOUNGE DECK

DINING ROOM LOUNGE

VIEWINGPLATFORM

GYM

GLOBALGALLERY

SPA

W.C.

ELEVATOR

OBSERVATION DECK

108

107

106

105

104

103

102

BRIDGESUNDECK

W.C.101

ELEVATOR

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC VENTURE

 

 

     RESERVATION FORM  

BASE CAMP CHANNEL ISLANDS 

ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC VENTURE  Please reserve _________ place(s) on the December 7‐11, 2019, Channel Islands expedition.   

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Please Return Form To: 

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96 Morton Street

New York, NY 10014 

Phone: 888‐773‐9007    Fax: 646‐390‐2050 Email: groups@expeditions.com  

BRING THE KIDS: We believe sharing an expedition with your kids or grandkids is a life-enhancing experience. Take $500 off for each child under the age of 18.