All the Way to Monterey (Sat-Sat) (Overnight)
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Join us on this trip of a lifetime, exploring California’s spectacular coastline and the marine biology of Monterey Bay! We will fly as a group to San Jose, then travel down the coast to Monterey. Once in Monterey, we will tour the deservedly world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, visiting long enough to appreciate its many one-of-a-kind exhibits. Monterey Bay is one of the most diverse coastal ecosystems in North America, and the Aquarium has done an excellent job of showcasing this rich biome. This amazing facility is literally perched right on the edge where land meets sea, overlooking an impressive array of tidepools teaming with life. The Aquarium’s display of Jellies is said to be the largest in the world, and its Sunfish (my favorite) is simply gargantuan! The walk-through Aviary of shorebirds is incredible, and of course, we’ll meet the Aquarium’s star celebrity, the Great White Shark, the only individual of this species on display in the entire world.
We will also extend our studies with the Monterey Bay Aquarium as we venture into the bay on its 65-foot scientific research sailing vessel. You’ll have the opportunity to observe Sea Otters in their natural habitat, test the quality of the bay’s seawater, and search for invertebrates from samples we collect from the ocean floor. You’ll even get to try your hand at sailing when you take a turn at the helm!
New experiences will abound as we explore out of the way nooks and crannies of California’s awesome shore. You will marvel at the sheer mass of trees as we camp and hike in forests of Coast Redwoods. Our trip will be a mix of academia and fun: on a given day we may go tidepooling in the morning, hiking after lunch, then end the day with some quality beach time!
We’ll even spend a day in San Francisco, where we’ll visit Fisherman’s Wharf to sample some of the more delectable species the sea has to offer. This trip is guaranteed to be non-stop, super-fun, so jump on board!
All transportation & food provided
