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On the Road: Explore Baja California Tip to Toe

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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.

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With a whales, birding or photography focus, experience the wonders of the majestic Peninsula of Baja California from bustling cities through pristine, exotic desert landscapes, surrounded by azure waters teaming with life. A land which inspires tranquility and a feeling of peaceful isolation. Learn about this incredible landscape, its rich exotic flora, abundant sea life, friendly people and breathtaking wildlife.

Highlights

• Expand your knowledge in the field of your interest with specialized dates for photographers, birders and Gray Whale lovers.
• Explore Espiritu Santo Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Travel the entire length of the Baja peninsula, cross a variety of ecosystems and sample Mexican cuisine as you learn about the region’s culinary traditions.

Program Notes

Menus are chosen according to local specialties, designed to offer balanced, healthy meals. Please keep in mind that the program includes traveling to remote areas where fresh products are not easily accessible. Salads are uncommon in Mexico consisting mainly of iceberg lettuce with lime. Vegetables are usually mixed with the main dish as in stews, inside tacos, in soups, etc. Andiamo accommodates vegetarian options mainly offering quesadillas, enchiladas, fish, beans, rice, potato tacos, etc. Participants with special dietary needs should be prepared to avoid certain foods or supplement the regular meal plan as needed.

Activity Notes

Walking up to two miles on uneven terrain. Transportation mostly on comfortable motor coach; ability to board a fishing boat and travel in a van on dirt road for up to one hour. Driving time on bus varies between 1 to 5 hours/day. Bathroom facilities on-route range from modern to simple and rustic.

Itinerary Summary

Arrival San Diego, Calif., 2 nights; cross border via motorcoach to Ensenada (Mexico), 2 nights; Catavina, 1 night; Guerrero Negro, 1 night; San Ignacio, 1 night; Loreto, 2 nights; La Paz, 2 night; San Jose del Cabo, 1 night; fly to San Diego; departures
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10/24/2013
Hone your photography skills in deserts rich in exotic flora, colorful jagged peaks, turquoise waters and clear air. Led by a professional photographer and teacher, capture the nature, isolation, colors, flora, history and beauty of Baja through your lens. Gigantic “cardons” set against azure waters, stocky elephant trees embracing dancing Boojums, birds perched on spiny cacti — Baja California is a paradise for amateur and professional photographers alike.12/2/2013
Birding focus. Join an expert birder to search for land and shore birds beginning in San Diego and following along the peninsula of Baja California. Search for the Baja endemics, or almost, such as the Gray Thrasher, Xantus` Hummingbird, Belding`s Yellowthroat, Cape Pygmy Owl, Baird`s Junco, Cape Robin, Vizcaino Thrasher, White-breasted Nuthatch, Nuttall’s and Acorn Woodpeckers. Large numbers of Ospreys, Cara Caras and a variety of herons are among the many probable sightings. 1/18/2014
Get up-close and personal with the magnificent Gray Whales in Scammon`s Lagoon. Embrace the sanctuary to view these enormous mammals at arm`s length, some even let themselves be petted! Each year, gray whales travel thousands of miles from the Arctic Ocean to the warm waters of this wildlife refuge to court, mate, give birth and care for their young. 2/15/2014
Get up-close and personal with the magnificent Gray Whales in Scammon`s Lagoon. Embrace the sanctuary to view these enormous mammals at arm`s length, some even let themselves be petted! Each year, gray whales travel thousands of miles from the Arctic Ocean to the warm waters of this wildlife refuge to court, mate, give birth and care for their young. 3/8/2014
Get up-close and personal with the magnificent Gray Whales in Scammon`s Lagoon. Embrace the sanctuary to view these enormous mammals at arm`s length, some even let themselves be petted! Each year, gray whales travel thousands of miles from the Arctic Ocean to the warm waters of this wildlife refuge to court, mate, give birth and care for their young.
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