This Program is Directed by
Mike Oster
If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!
- 2024 Dates
July 16 — July 27
- tuition
$6,590 + airfare
Baja & the Gulf of California
Marine Science & Conservation on the Mexican Coast
- 2024 Dates
July 16 — July 27
- tuition
$6,590 + airfare
Described by legendary underwater explorer Jacques Cousteau as “the world’s aquarium,” the Gulf of California, also known as the Sea of Cortez, teems with marine life, from acrobatic dolphins and sea lions to massive manta rays and whale sharks. Travel to Baja, Mexico, this summer and dive into this incredible underwater ecosystem. Learn about marine conservation from professionals in the field and embrace adventure as you snorkel, kayak, and paddleboard. Alongside marine biologists and conservationists, see groundbreaking conservation initiatives in action and lend a hand in research projects and the preservation of at-risk habitats.
- Highlights
• Get up close with sea lions, dolphins, and tropical fish while snorkeling
• Camp on the Pacific Coast and learn to surf on its pristine waves
• Help identify and examine species with marine biologists and researchers
• Kayak or paddleboard the clear waters alongside charismatic sea lions
• Camp on the Pacific Coast and learn to surf on its pristine waves
• Help identify and examine species with marine biologists and researchers
• Kayak or paddleboard the clear waters alongside charismatic sea lions
“Given Bobby’s love for science, ocean, and marine life, I was hoping that he would learn even more being out on the water with your experts. The program absolutely exceeded my expectations in every way!”
—Danielle W., New York, NY
Featured
Expert
An Expert joins each Career program for a portion of the itinerary, lending their insights and perspectives to the experience.
Itinerary
This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.
Itinerary
This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.
Featured
Leaders
Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program.
Featured
Leaders
Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program.
What to Expect
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What to Expect
Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:
A Day in the Life: La Ventana
Due to the traveling nature of this student program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in La Ventana Bay.
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
A Day in the Life:
La Ventana
Due to the traveling nature of this student program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in La Ventana Bay.
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
“What gave me the greatest sense of accomplishment was the fact that I was able to be part of a strong community while also doing what I love.”
—Thea K., Chappaqua, NY
This Program is Directed by
Mike Oster
If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!
