Tips, Guides, and Inspiration for Nature Travelers
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Is It Ethical to Touch Gray Whales in Baja California Sur?
Each winter, something remarkable happens along the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico. After one of the longest migrations…
Witnessing Trinidad’s Leatherback Turtle Spectacle: 70 Encounters in Eight Days
Over eight days in May 2026, our group traveled to Trinidad’s northeast coast for one of the most immersive conservation…
An Hour in Nature: A Color Walk in Costa Rica
I’ve made a habit of starting my mornings outside. Most days, that looks like walking my dog before the neighborhood…
In the Field with Isla Mar: A Week on Puerto Rico’s West Coast
Just a few hours from the U.S. mainland, Puerto Rico offers something most travelers never find: a single island where…
After 30 Years, Oceanic Society Encounters Baird’s Beaked Whales in the Farallones
On Sunday, April 19, 2026, the sky was clear, the seas were calm, and our passengers were eager for adventure.…
How Passive Whale Watching Reshaped Whale Encounters in Loreto, Baja California
While cruising through Loreto Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its exceptional diversity of marine mammals,…
Am I Too Old for a Raja Ampat Liveaboard? An Honest Guide for Travelers 60+
There’s a question we often hear from travelers considering their first liveaboard trip to Raja Ampat: “I’m in my 60s…
Three Decades of Conservation Travel on Belize’s Barrier Reef
Since 1969, Oceanic Society has been connecting people with extraordinary ocean wildlife, ecosystems, and communities—not just to experience them, but…
How a Farallon Islands Encounter Reawakened Kay’s Inner Jacques Cousteau
On a windy morning in 2017, Kay and her husband, Rob, set out from San Francisco aboard a boat bound…
5 Unforgettable Wildlife Encounters on a Baja Whale Watching Expedition
Time and again, I’m reminded why the Baja Peninsula is one of my favorite places on Earth. Each day brings…
Discover New Destinations in the 2026–2027 Expedition Catalog
The 2026–2027 Expeditions Catalog has arrived, unveiling a new season of immersive travel designed to connect you with the planet’s…
Rebuilding Coral Reefs in Indonesia with the Coral Triangle Center
Coral reefs are some of the most vibrant and critical ecosystems on the planet. They’re home to more than a…
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