I am excited to announce the release of the all new 2016-2017 Oceanic Society Expeditions Catalog. We've been working hard to develop a selection of top-notch expeditions and volunteer vacations for our travelers that will further our mission to conserve marine wildlife and habitats by deepening the connections between people and nature. Following is a preview of some of the many new and updated expeditions.

To download a digital copy of the catalog or to receive a printed copy by mail, please request a catalog here.

Baja: Whale Shark Diving, Snorkeling, and Research
Help study whale sharks while sailing the breathtaking Sea of Cortez aboard an award-winning catamaran.
May 1-8, 2016 | $2,250

Senegal: African Manatee & Turtle Conservation
An expedition custom designed to show you iconic and rare African wildlife through the eyes of prominent local conservationists.
Feb 23 - Mar 16, 2017 | From $4,250

Cuba: Sea Turtles, Coral Reefs, and Culture
See nesting green sea turtles, meet local biologists, and explore historic Havana on this one-of-a-kind expedition in partnership with SEE Turtles.
June 11-19, 2016 | From $4,295

Costa Rica: Leatherback Turtles & Marine Debris Research
Join this volunteer vacation in Costa Rica for the chance to help monitor nesting leatherback turtles and study the impacts of plastic pollution.
July 2-9, 2016 | From $2,290

Kefalonia, Greece: Art & Nature Family Program
Explore the intersection of art and conservation on this unforgettable family-friendly expedition to the beautiful Ionian Islands of Greece.
June 1-18, 2016 | $2,990

Help study shark abundance and monitor coral reef health while diving or snorkeling in beautiful Palau.

June 27 - July 5, 2016 | From $2,990

In addition to the trips above, the new catalog includes:

• Four snorkeling programs in Raja Ampat, Indonesia;
• Expeditions guided by renowned nature photographers Pete Oxford (Guyana) and Jaymi Heimbuch (Alaska);
• Volunteer programs in Mexico (studying humpback whales), in Belize (studying dolphins, turtles, manatees, and coral reefs), in Palau (studying sharks and coral reefs) and in Greece (exploring the intersection of art and nature);
• Opportunities to see whales on their mating and calving grounds in Baja California and in Tonga.
• And much more! See all of our expeditions here.

By participating in an Oceanic Society expedition, you are more than just another traveler. You are an active participant in our efforts to build a healthy future for the world's oceans.

Thank you for helping to create a more oceanic society, and we hope to see you out in Nature soon.