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Darwin’s Galapagos with Jo Ruxton MBE: Ecuador

Tour the Galapagos Islands by boat as Charles Darwin did, taking an exclusive yacht to look for famous, long-lived giant tortoises and marine iguanas. 

12 August 2024

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Whale watching and marine ecosystems in the Azorean Islands: Portugal

Explore the delights of this mid-Atlantic archipelago with marine biologists, study whales and dolphins, and visit basalt vineyards and volcanic lagoons.

May 2024

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In the wake of Alfred Wallace: Cruise Indonesia

Explore islands, rainforests and the rare species of the Malay Archipelago on a traditional yet luxurious boat, in the company of nature and history experts.

22 January 2024

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Science of the Arctic expedition cruise: Norway

Experience the realm of the polar bear and midnight sun with experts onboard a marine expedition ship. 

18 June 2024

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The science of biodiversity: Costa Rica

Experience the extraordinary biodiversity of Costa Rica on an expedition around several verdant ecosystems.

6 November 2023

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The science of whisky: Scottish Hebrides Cruise

A whisky lover’s dream island-hopping cruise taking in some of Scotland’s most renowned distilleries accompanied by whisky experts.

24 September 2023

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The science of the deep Antarctic: Shackleton’s expedition and the Weddell Sea

Sail in Shackleton’s footsteps, marvel at huge icebergs and discover the science of Antarctica’s Weddell Sea.

23 March 2024

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New weekender: Science of the Jurassic Coast, Dorset and Devon, England

Unearth the science of one of England’s most stunning geological coastlines, the Jurassic Coast. Explore by land and sea, whilst accompanying experts offer talks and insights on its evolution through time.

8 September 2023

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