april 2015 ocean wonders brochure

Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures: An Extraordinary Journey by Private Jet

April 14–May 8, 2015

For more information or to reserve your place, please call 1-800-224-1894 or visit nationalgeographicexpeditions.com

Join a Team of National Geographic Explorers in...HAWAI‘I • TONGA • ADELAIDE AND KANGAROO ISLAND, AUSTRALIA • SRI LANKA

MADAGASCAR • THE MALDIVES • BALI • PAPUA NEW GUINEA • FIJI


Ocean Wondersand Island Cultures:

An Extraordinary Journeyby Private Jet

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Cover, top photograph: Inset photographs: Cover: Maldivian man and traditional dhoni. Inset photographs: school of yellowback fusiliers; David Doubilet; pagoda, Bali. Above: school of old wives, South Australia.

Your participation in this National Geographic Expedition provides support to National Geographic’s mission of increasing global understanding through exploration, geography education, and research.

Dear Traveler,

From sea turtles to lemurs, from remote cultures to magnificent ancient temples, National Geographic’s scientists, photographers, and explorers have dedicated their lives to researching and documenting the wonders of our oceans and islands. We’re thrilled that eleven of our top experts will join us as we encounter unique species, complex ecosystems, and distinct human traditions in fascinating places such as Bali, Sri Lanka, Fiji, and Madagascar. We’ll travel with leading experts on manta rays and Mola molas, photographers and filmmakers who have unveiled the ocean depths and the traditions of indigenous island peoples, adventurers who have explored underwater caves or descended fathoms to reach the seafloor, and conservationists who have redefined our understanding of the world’s oceans.

In the comfort of our private jet, we’ll hop from one remote island to the next, getting acquainted with each island’s inhabitants and experiencing an astonishing array of wildlife, both on land and in the seas. In Tonga, investigate some of the world’s most well preserved reefs with National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence and ocean explorer Sylvia Earle. Explore Adelaide and learn about Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime with filmmaker Michael Davie. In the postcard-perfect waters of the Maldives, encounter spinner dolphins, hawksbill sea turtles, and manta rays with National Geographic Emerging Explorer Andrea Marshall. Discover the unusual creatures of Madagascar—from lemurs to tiny chameleons—with National Geographic Emerging Explorer Luke Dollar.

Explore Fiji with writer and marine biologist Greg Stone; experience Bali with National Geographic Emerging Explorer and marine biologist Tierney Thys; and examine Sri Lanka’s regal past on visits to caves, temples, and ancient cities with archaeologist and Society grantee Robin Coningham. We’ll also be joined by three National Geographic photographers: Flip Nicklin, one of the world’s leading photographers of whales, meets us in Kona, Hawai‘i; we visit the diverse tribes of Papua New Guinea with National Geographic Explorer Chris Rainier, a documentary photographer who specializes in indigenous cultures; and acclaimed underwater photographer David Doubilet accompanies us for the entire trip. Anthropologist and National Geographic 2011 Explorer of the Year Kenny Broad will also join the full expedition, regaling us with incredible tales of adventure and discovery and adding his insights into the relationship between humans and the environment.

With such a lineup of inspiring people and breathtaking, off-the-beaten-path places, this journey promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity —one that I am delighted to be joining! I hope to see you on board!

Please call 1-800-224-1894 or visit nationalgeographicexpeditions.com to reserve your place.

Sincerely,

John FaheyChairman and CEONational Geographic Society

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THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MISSION


Kona, Hawai‘i

Vava‘u, Tonga

Adelaide and Kangaroo Island,

Australia

Bali,IndonesiaThe

Maldives

Antananarivo,Madagascar

Sri LankaPapua

New Guinea

Fiji

Honolulu, Hawai‘i

The Maldives Bali Papua New Guinea Fiji


Leading National Geographic biologists, anthropologists, conservationists, photographers, and filmmakers accompany us on this extraordinary journey to offer insights into their landmark research and groundbreaking fieldwork. They will deepen our understanding of the majestic wildlife we witness, the diverse cultures we encounter, and the environments we explore. We’ll be joined throughout the expedition by renowned National Geographic underwater photographer David Doubilet, who will share tips and techniques as we explore together, and present a slide show of our adventures at the end of our trip.

An in-flight lecture system allows for informative and stimulating talks aboard our private jet. In addition, iPads preloaded with informative trip-related documents are available to each traveler aboard the jet.

Kenny BroadNational Geographic 2011 Explorer of the Year Kenny Broad is an anthropologist who studies the relationship between humans and the environment. Kenny has led or participated in extreme scientific and

filmmaking expeditions on every continent—from urban jungles to the deepest caves on the planet. A professor at the University of Miami, he co-directs Columbia University’s Center for Research on Environmental Decisions. His recent expedition to underwater caves in the Bahamas was featured as a National Geographic magazine cover story and a NOVA—National Geographic television special. Kenny will discuss the relationships between the ancient and modern civilizations encountered on this expedition and the environments they’ve inhabited, shaped, and been shaped by. Kenny will accompany the entire expedition.

David Doubilet Acclaimed underwater photographer David Doubilet estimates he has spent nearly half his life in the sea since taking his first underwater photograph at the age of 12 with a Brownie Hawkeye camera sealed in a bag.

David has photographed and explored the ocean depths in such places as New Zealand, Canada, Japan, Tasmania, Scotland, and Antarctica. He has photographed stingrays, sponges, and sleeping sharks in the Caribbean, as well as shipwrecks in the South Pacific, the Atlantic, and at Pearl Harbor. He has produced more than 70 stories for National Geographic magazine and several books, including Fish Face, Pacific: An Undersea Journey, and Water Light Time. David has received the Explorers Club’s prestigious Lowell Thomas Award and the Lennart Nilsson Award in Photography. David will accompany the entire expedition.

Flip NicklinNational Geographic photographer and marine biologist Flip Nicklin is one of the world’s leading photographers of whales. His majestic photos and amazing audio tracks of humpbacks and killer whales have appeared in numerous

National Geographic publications and television specials. The North American Nature Photography Association has named him Outstanding Nature Photographer of the Year. Flip migrates with the humpbacks, spending summers in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska and winters off Maui, Hawai‘i. Flip will join the expedition in Hawai‘i.

Sylvia EarleMarine biologist Sylvia Earle is an Explorer-in-Residence at the National Geographic Society. Named one of Time magazine’s “Heroes for the Planet” in 1998, Sylvia has pioneered research on marine ecosystems.

She is former chief scientist for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the author of more than 125 scientific and popular publications. Sylvia led the Sustainable

Distinguished National Geographic Experts Enhance Your Experience.

John FaheyAppointed chairman and chief executive officer of the National Geographic Society in January 2011, John Fahey is also chairman of the executive committee of

the Society’s board of trustees and chairman of National Geographic’s Education Foundation. He joined the Society in 1996, and served as president and CEO from March 1998 to December 2010.

During his tenure, he has led an evolution of the National Geographic Society, including its entry into cable television with the National Geographic Channels, currently available in more than 435 million homes in 173 countries in 37 languages; the international growth of National Geographic magazine, now published in English and 33 local-language editions; and the extension of National Geographic content into virtually every aspect of digital media. In addition to continuing the Society’s efforts to improve geographic literacy, John has guided the significant expansion of the Society’s Mission Programs during the past decade, including the creation of the National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence, Fellows and Emerging Explorers programs, and regional grant-making programs around the world. John will accompany the entire expedition.

Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures: An Extraordinary Journey by Private JetDistinguished National Geographic Experts Enhance Your Experience.

Seas Expeditions, documenting life in the U.S. National Marine Sanctuaries. Today, Sylvia has partnered with National Geographic on Mission Blue, a global initiative aimed at restoring health and productivity to the ocean by inspiring people to care and act, reducing the impact of fishing, and promoting the creation of marine protected areas (MPAs). Sylvia will join the expedition in Tonga.

Michael Davie Author and documentary filmmaker Michael Davie has worked extensively for National Geographic Television and National Geographic magazine in more than 40 countries. Born in Zimbabwe, he moved with his family to Australia

when he was four years old, and he credits his wry sense of humor and strong sense of adventure to growing up on the continent. He recently completed a film about Australia’s Aboriginal people and their fight to stay connected to their mythical Dreamtime beliefs. He has also published articles on an expedition in Tasmania to discover the world’s cleanest air, and the battle to save the world’s second largest tree species—the mighty Eucalyptus regnans—native to Tasmania. Michael will join the expedition in Australia.

Robin ConinghamArchaeologist and National Geographic grantee Robin Coningham has spent more than 25 years studying the relationship between cities, irrigation, and Buddhism in Sri Lanka. He has conducted excavations in both the citadel and

the hinterlands of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s capital for more than 1,500 years and one of the Indian Ocean’s key pilgrimage sites. His fieldwork spans Bangladesh, Nepal, and Pakistan as well. A National Geographic Global Exploration Fund—Northern Europe grant helped fund his investigations of the birthplace and childhood home of the Buddha at Lumbini in Nepal. Robin will join the expedition in Sri Lanka.

Luke Dollar Wildlife biologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Luke Dollar first went to Madagascar as an undergraduate field assistant in 1994, and went on to conduct research there for more than a decade on the island’s fossas—catlike

nocturnal mammals—and the lemurs on which they prey. The rate of habitat loss he witnessed convinced him that scientists must find effective ways to inform and influence public policy. Luke now manages the Society’s Big Cats Initiative, and will join the expedition in Madagascar.

Andrea MarshallConservation biologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Andrea Marshall leads groundbreaking research and conservation programs to save globally threatened manta rays, other vulnerable

marine megafauna, and their critical habitats. She was the first person ever to complete a doctoral dissertation on manta rays and the first to discover two new species of manta. The Marine

Megafauna Foundation, which Andrea co-founded, conducts research from Mozambique’s remote southern coastline, home to one of the largest identified manta ray populations. Andrea will join the expedition in the Maldives, where she has documented long-distance manta ray migration.

Tierney ThysNational Geographic Emerging Explorer Tierney Thys is a marine biologist and documentary filmmaker whose work explores the breadth of animal diversity from pole to pole and chronicles global environmental change. Tierney

is a world authority on the giant ocean sunfish, Mola mola, and has led numerous expeditions worldwide from Africa to Baja, Japan, Indonesia, and the Galápagos Islands to study these bizarre jellyfish-eating behemoths. She has also developed and guided National Geographic student marine biology expeditions in Monterey Bay and Belize. Tierney will join the expedition in Bali, where she has previously tagged giant sunfish to track their migrations.

Chris RainierNational Geographic explorer Chris Rainier specializes in the documentation of indigenous cultures, and is considered one of the leading documentary photographers working today. Chris was a co-founder of the Society’s All Roads

Photography Program and is a co-director of the Enduring Voices Project, for which he has documented endangered languages and cultures in Papua New Guinea and elsewhere. He also serves as a contributing editor for National Geographic Traveler magazine. Chris currently directs the Last Technology Program, which empowers endangered cultures to save their ancient traditions through the use of modern technology. He has won numerous awards for his photography, including the Lowell Thomas Award, given by the Explorers Club for his work with endangered cultures. He was recently elected a Fellow at the Royal Geographical Society in London. Chris will join the expedition in Papua New Guinea.

Greg Stone National Geographic grantee, writer, and marine biologist Greg Stone is a leading expert on ocean science and conservation. He has logged more than 8,000 scuba dives throughout the world, lived underwater for 30 days, and

explored the ocean in submersibles to a depth of 18,000 feet. Greg’s articles for National Geographic magazine include the September 2012 story on seamounts. He has also written three award-winning books. Greg is vice chair of the World Economic Forum Oceans Council and has received numerous awards. His latest book, Underwater Eden, chronicles a National Geographic-funded project he led to create one of the world’s largest marine protected areas surrounding the Phoenix Islands in the Pacific—work featured in the January 2011 issue of National Geographic magazine. Greg will join the trip in Fiji, where he began the Phoenix Islands expedition.


Private Jet Travel

Depart Arrive Hours/MinutesKona, Hawai‘i Nuku’alofa, Tonga 6’30”Nuku’alofa, Tonga Adelaide, Australia 6’50”Adelaide, Australia Colombo, Sri Lanka (with tech stop) 10’35”Colombo, Sri Lanka Antananarivo, Madagascar 6’10”Antananarivo, Madagascar Gan, Maldives 4’50”Gan, Maldives Bali, Indonesia 6’45”Bali, Indonesia Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea 4’00”Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea Nadi, Fiji 4’40”Nadi, Fiji Honolulu, Hawai‘i 6’50”

FLI G H T T I M I N G S FO R T H E B O E I N G 757 PR I VAT E J E T

Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, Bali


Our specially outfitted Boeing 757 jet is ideally suited for this extraordinary expedition. Its long-range capabilities and ability to land in smaller airports afford us unmatched flexibility. We set our own schedules, flying direct and avoiding layovers, which gives us the freedom to make the most of our adventures on land. The jet’s interior has been customized and refitted to our specifications to provide the ultimate in comfort and convenience, accommodating only 74 travelers in two-by-two VIP-style seats, instead of the standard 233 seats.

Expedition Staff and CrewTraveling with the National Geographic team is a talented expedition staff, experienced travel experts who attend to the trip’s every logistical detail. These highly skilled and forward-thinking professionals travel with you to ensure that your experience is truly extraordinary. Also, a dedicated flight crew is specially selected for this expedition, chosen for its attention to detail, dedication to safety and security, and top-notch hospitality.

Expedition PhysicianFor your comfort and well-being, an expedition physician will accompany us throughout the journey. On call 24 hours a day, the physician will be ready to provide and coordinate health care services whenever and wherever they may be needed.

Travel with a dedicated flight crew.

Relax in spacious, VIP-style seats.

Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, Bali

Enjoy the Ultimate in Convenience, Security, and Service.


The Finest Accommodations and Cuisine

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives


From the private overwater bungalows of the idyllic Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa in the Maldives and the serene beauty of the Amandari in Bali to the stunning views from Australia’s Southern Ocean Lodge, we stay in some of the world’s finest accommodations. Each has been chosen for its exceptional amenities and prime location. In remote areas where choices are limited, we have selected the best available accommodations to ensure your comfort. In many of the destinations we visit, we have arranged special dining experiences in unique settings accompanied by traditional entertainment.

Expedition ChefWe travel with our own expedition chef and catering assistant, who create delicious meals inspired by the various places we visit. Taking advantage of the freshest local ingredients, they prepare dishes and serve them on board with a selection of fine wines.

Amandari, Ubud, Bali

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives

Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

Enjoy the Flexibility to Follow Your Passion.

Take advantage of our flexible itinerary to enjoy excursions of your choice along the way. Whether you’d like to dive with manta rays, take a cooking class, or hike off the beaten path, we will ensure that your travels are tailored for you.

In the following pages, you’ll find special opportunities to customize the trip to your interests. These sightseeing options are available at no additional cost; however, some have limited space available or require a minimum number of participants. Space will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. These opportunities are a mere sampling of what’s possible.

Also, if you would like to skip one of the stops on our itinerary, we will look into an alternative destination. For more information and to discuss your ideal itinerary, please contact us.


Itinerary—25 Days: April 14–May 8, 2015

Home City / Kona, Hawai‘i

Tuesday, April 14, 2015. Depart independently on your commercial flight to Hawai‘i. Meet experts, staff, and fellow travelers at a welcome dinner at our beachfront resort and enjoy a talk by National Geographic wildlife photographer and whale researcher Flip Nicklin. The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii

Note: If flights from your home city do not arrive in time for our welcome dinner, we will provide complimentary accommodations for the previous night.

Cross the International Date Line

Wednesday, April 15. Board our private jet and fly toward the South Pacific, crossing the international date line. We lose a day en route and arrive in Tonga the following afternoon.

Polynesian Island Life in the Kingdom of Tonga

Thursday and Friday, April 16 and 17. Immerse yourself in an island culture that traces its royal lineage back about 900 years. Part of a volcanic archipelago chain, Tonga was the only Pacific island nation never governed by a colonial power. As a result, its people are fiercely independent and proud of their distinctive culture.National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia Earle will meet us here.

During our visit, take in spectacular ocean views on a chartered flight to the Vava‘u Group, northern islands known for verdant hills and flawless beaches. Spend an afternoon snorkeling with Sylvia among some of the most pristine reefs in the world, and sail to sheltered coves and bays hidden among limestone cliffs.

Or surround yourself with unusual plants at the ‘Ene‘io Botanical Gardens, the life work of Haniteli Fa’anunu, former Minister of Agriculture. Stroll along blossom-lined paths and watch local craftspeople using garden produce to make decorated bark cloths called tapas, coconut cream, and juice from the local nonu fruit. End your stay with a reception at the Royal Palace. Scenic Hotel Tonga

Our Journey Begins

Palm trees and volcanic beach, Kona, Hawai‘i

Blackside hawkfish, Hawai‘i

Sea star, Tonga

Proceeds from our expeditions help fundthe Society’s research and exploration programs, which include a Hawai‘i-based study of the role of song in the social organization, communication, and breeding of humpback whales.


Tonga archipelago


Koala, Cleland Wildlife Park

Adelaide and the Natural Refuge of Kangaroo Island, Australia

Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, April 18, 19, 20, and 21. Perched on the edge of the vast Australian bush, Adelaide is the cultural hub of South Australia. Nearby Barossa Valley offers a world-class food- and wine-tasting experience, and just off the coast lies Kangaroo Island, considered Australia’s Galápagos for its teeming wildlife and dramatic landscapes.

For the next four days, we will split into two groups and do the same activities in reverse order. Set out on a walking tour of charming Adelaide, learning about its history and forward-thinking culture. Or follow an Aboriginal guide through the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide and the South Australian Museum to learn about the “Stolen Generation.”

If you wish, visit Cleland Wildlife Park, home to Australia’s most iconic creatures including kangaroos, wallabies, and emus. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and the opportunity to hold a koala. Then head into the lush Adelaide Hills wine region for lunch and a visit to the German village of Hahndorf. Here, stop in at the Cedars, the private home of Australia’s celebrated early 20th-century painter Sir Hans Heysen. While in Adelaide, meet with Emmy Award–winning author and documentary filmmaker Michael Davie, who grew up in Australia and has written articles and made films about the continent-country for National Geographic.

Then transfer by local aircraft to Kangaroo Island and settle into one of the world’s top island properties, the Southern Ocean Lodge, designed to reflect and embrace its incredible natural surroundings. Embark on a guided excursion around the island—known as a “zoo without fences”—and discover its many native inhabitants, including Tammar wallabies, which are almost extinct on the mainland, and the island’s endemic kangaroos. Top off our visit at the Seal Bay Conservation Park, where we’ll observe sea lions on the sandy beaches. Hilton Adelaide Hotel, Adelaide; Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island

Adelaide Hills

Proceeds from our expeditions help fundthe Society’s research and exploration programs, which include fossil studies on Kangaroo Island, where more than 25 well-preserved fossils of unknown species from the Cambrian age have been excavated.


Australian sea lions


Golden Temple of Dambulla


Sri Lanka, “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”

Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, April 22, 23, and 24. Fly via Jakarta, Indonesia, to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s colorful capital. Sri Lanka is blessed with an incredible array of wonders, from wildlife and vibrant culture to no fewer than eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. After a night near Colombo, take a local flight to Habarana and continue overland to Dambulla. This area is a lush haven for nature and history enthusiasts alike, where ancient relics lie undisturbed in the dense jungle. Meet National Geographic grantee and archaeologist Robin Coningham, who conducted excavations at Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s earliest capital. From our base at a stunning lakeside hotel, take the following excursions to World Heritage sites in the area.

Travel to Sigiriya, a royal city built by King Kassapa I in the fifth century. Climb to the base of Lion Mountain, a massive granite monolith upon which the king built an elaborate fortified palace. Examine magnificent frescos that contain ancient texts of the Sinhala language, and see evidence of literature and thoughtful texts from as far back as the third century B.C.

Visit the Golden Temple of Dambulla, a cave monastery that has drawn Buddhist pilgrims for more than 22 centuries. Venture into the numerous temples and dwellings of this rock sanctuary to see beautifully preserved murals and statuary—some of the country’s finest examples of religious art.

You may also explore the garden-city of Polonnaruwa, a major capital during the 12th and 13th centuries. See the ancient ruins, including a soaring stupa and enormous rock sculptures, and note how the site was built in harmony with its natural setting. Jetwing Lagoon, Negombo; Amaya Lake and Signature by Amaya, Dambulla

Monk visiting the Gal Vihara rock temple, Polonnaruwa

Dambulla


Lemurs and the Unique Wildlife of Madagascar

Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, April 25, 26, and 27. An astonishing amount of biodiversity awaits in Madagascar. Thanks to its natural isolation from the mainland, more than 80 percent of species here, including its celebrated lemurs, are endemic. National Geographic Emerging Explorer and wildlife biologist Luke Dollar meets us here to discuss the island’s rich and varied wildlife and the threats it faces. After an evening in the colorful, multiethnic capital of Antananarivo, choose from the following excursions to Madagascar’s pristine nature reserves. Carlton Hotel, Antananarivo

Spend two days in the Andasibe−Mantadia National Park, a dense rain forest that is home to the largest species of lemur, the endangered indri, whose calls resonate in the canopy overhead. During morning and nighttime walks, discover even more life among the thick undergrowth, as the forest holds more than 50 species of reptiles, more than 100 types of birds, and a wide variety of wild orchids. Andasibe Hotel, Andasibe

Alternatively, take a local flight to Montagne d’Ambre National Park, on the northern tip of the island. In this refreshingly cool climate, the Sanford’s brown lemur and crowned lemur thrive, as do five nocturnal lemur species. Hike easy trails to waterfalls and volcanic lakes, examining a range of exotic forest flora and searching for the Madagascar crested ibis and the paradise flycatcher, endemic to the island. Le Domaine de Fontenay, Joffreville or Litchi Tree

Or fly north to Baobab Beach to experience an award-winning, solar-powered eco-lodge set on a remote, pristine stretch of coast. From our secluded, private lodge, designed in typical Malagasy style, take in the striking ocean scenery. Snorkel with sea turtles, go sea kayaking, and watch wild lemurs at play. Eden Lodge, Baobab Beach

Or take a local flight to the unspoiled Anjajavy Peninsula. More than 1,800 floral species are found in the nature reserve that surrounds our hotel. Observe the comical antics of the Coquerel’s sifaka lemur, which moves with a jaunty two-legged gait. Choose from a variety of water activities, from sailing to snorkeling the gorgeous reefs. In the evening, catch a crimson-soaked sunset from your beach villa. Anjajavy L’Hotel, Anjajavy

Madagascar moon moth

Montagne d’Ambre National Park, Madagascar

Anjajavy Peninsula, Madagascar


Sifaka lemur family


Terraced rice field, Bali

Juvenile clownfish, the Maldives


A Private Paradise of White Sand Beaches of the Maldives

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, April 28, 29, and 30. A breathtaking array of marine creatures lives among radiant corals in the postcard-perfect seas of the Maldives. Manta rays glide through the deep waters, and hawksbill sea turtles feed on reef sponges and jellyfish and migrate to nest on the island’s famed white-sand beaches. Rising sea levels threaten coral and other life here, and marine biologists are working with the Maldivian government to restore the health of the surrounding waters. National Geographic Emerging Explorer Andrea Marshall, one of the world’s leading experts on manta rays, joins us here to share her experiences in marine megafauna conservation. Settle into private overwater bungalows at our resort, and wake up to magnificent ocean views. Then dip into translucent waters to snorkel in a dazzling underwater world of elaborate corals and more than a thousand sea species. The bright, sunlit surface provides incredible visibility, making it easy to spot clownfish, oriental sweetlips, and schools of angelfish in the shallow reefs. Go scuba diving to discover manta rays, black jacks, and tuna.

Further out, more than a dozen species of whales and dolphins swim around some 1,200 tiny islands. Take a cruise to watch pods of dolphins at play. Among the most common sightings are spinner dolphins, which are known for their spirited acrobatics over the water. Or, land explorers can hop on a bicycle and enjoy the beautiful island scenery. Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa

Hindu Spirituality, Terraced Rice Fields, and the Arts and Crafts of Bali

Friday and Saturday, May 1 and 2. Thick with bamboo forests, terraced by rice paddies, and rolling with lush green hills, the island of Bali is imbued with a rich spirituality. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this magical island, whose cultural landscape was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2012. Meet National Geographic Emerging Explorer, marine biologist, and filmmaker Tierney Thys, who will introduce Bali and her globe-spanning work on the enormous ocean sunfish (Mola mola). Discover Bali’s treasures on one of the following excursions:

Witness the beauty of Bali’s historic shrines and the piety of its people on a visit to Pura Luhur Batukaru, a Hindu temple in the jungle that is considered one of the most sacred sites on the island. En route, stop at Taman Kupu-kupu butterfly park for a fascinating look at the preservation of butterflies endemic to the island.

Or explore the dense jungle and view the countryside from atop an elephant, stopping in local villages along the way. Discuss the care of these lumbering giants with the local mahouts as you watch their playful feeding and bathing habits. In Ubud, the island’s cultural and artistic center, meet with local artisans as they ply their traditional crafts, from intricate silverwork to batik and ikat fabrics.

Alternatively, take a white-water rafting excursion down the Ayung River where waterfalls flow from atop the gorge. Then visit temples where modern artists have carved scenes in wood that depict ancient myths from the Ramayana. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan or Amandari, Ubud

Manta rays, the Maldives

Legong dancers, Bali

Proceeds from our expeditions help fund the Society’s Explorer Programs, which support researchers like National Geographic Emerging Explorer TierneyThys, who has tagged and tracked the Mola mola, or giant ocean sunfish, in Indonesian waters.


Huli Wigman


Stone Age Tribes of Papua New Guinea

Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, May 3, 4, and 5. More than 800 languages are spoken throughout the several thousand isolated and self-sustaining communities of Papua New Guinea. Traditional rituals and dress are features of everyday life, and many local people live much like their ancient ancestors did. Meet National Geographic explorer and photographer Chris Rainier, whose work celebrates and documents the astonishing diversity of Papua New Guinea’s many cultures. Airways Hotel After a night in the capital city of Port Moresby, fly by local aircraft to one offour remote areas:

Spend time with locals in the Western Highlands, an area known for its many species of orchids and birds of paradise. After an archery demonstration by villagers, observe Melpa women performing a traditional sing-sing and demonstrating their skills in making bilums (traditional string bags) and skirts. Enjoy a performance by local mudmen. Rondon Ridge

Or, visit the Southern Highlands, where the Huli Wigmen show off extravagant warrior headdresses made from human hair, feathers, and plants. Keep an eye out for more than a dozen species of birds of paradise. Ambua Lodge

Alternatively, venture into the Sepik River basin by riverboat and glide downwaterways that crisscross the vast tropical lowland forest. Stop in villages along the riverbanks to see intricately designed spirit houses, and meet with tribal families and skilled artisans who make beautifully carved storyboards, masks, dugout canoes, and other unique art. Karawari Lodge

Or head to Kokopo beach on the east coast of New Britain Island. The long coastline is bordered by coral reefs and the interior is covered with lush lowland rain forest. Visit the island’s active volcano and walk among the hot spring pools. For those interested in World War II history, the island is home to a variety of war remnants and a World War II museum. On the last evening, enjoy a private fire dance by the Baining tribe. Kokopo Beach Bungalow Resort

Tavurvur Volcano, Rabaul

Wood sculpture, Sepik region

Clockwise from top left: Forest orchid, Sepik region; lesser bird of paradise; brown sicklebill

Proceeds from our expeditions help fund the Society’s Explorer Programs, which support researchers like wildlife biologist and photographer Tim Laman, whosedocumentation of every known speciesof bird of paradise resulted in a National Geographic museum exhibit and television documentary.


Cost Per Person

All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars. Airfare to and from Hawai‘i is not included. For your protection and peace of mind, all payments are secured in a bank escrow account that is fully insured by the U.S. federal government.

Melanesian Culture of Fiji

Wednesday and Thursday, May 6 and 7. Despite a lineage that dates back more than 3,000 years, much of ancient Fijian history is shrouded in myth, as its earliest peoples had no written language. Fijian culture is an eclectic mix of influences from Melanesia and Polynesia, as well as India, which was introduced during a century of British colonization. Life here happens at a leisurely pace, but Fiji remains one of the most prosperous island nations in the South Pacific. Meet with National Geographic writer and marine conservationist Greg Stone, who will present his Society-backed efforts to create and sustain protection for the nearby Phoenix Islands. On Fiji’s main island, Viti Levu, visit the Kalevu Cultural Centre for a glimpse of traditional village life in Fiji and to take part in a traditional kava ceremony.Then board jet boats and cruise the Sigatoka River into the fertile interior of the island. Choose a relaxing catamaran cruise around Natadola, taking time to swim and snorkel the reef, or explore more marine life with a morning scuba dive.

In the evening, we celebrate the end of our journey with a festive farewell dinner featuring local music and dance, as well as a mesmerizing performance by Fiji’s famous firewalkers. Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, an InterContinental Resort

Fiji / International Date Line / Hawai‘i / Home City

On May 8, board our private jet and depart Fiji for Hawai‘i. As we cross the international date line, we gain a day, and arrive in Honolulu on May 7. Enjoy a casual buffet dinner in the evening. The next day, connect with your commercial flight home. The Modern Honolulu

Sea turtle, Fiji

Sigatoka River and surrounding countryside

Traditional village, Viti Levu



Anemone fish and other marine life, Fiji

Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures: An Extraordinary Journey by Private Jet | Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions

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INSTRUCTIONSPlease read the following information carefully. By registering for a National Geographic Expedition (the “expedition”), the Participant agrees to the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions herein (the “Agreement”). In order to secure your reservation on the expedition, you must read the terms of the Agreement, and indicate your acceptance of the terms of the Agreement by signing and submitting the Reservation Form to National Geographic Expeditions along with a deposit.

OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACTThe National Geographic Society will provide educational enrichment for National Geographic Expeditions as a sponsoring organization and has licensed TCS & Starquest Expeditions, Inc. (henceforth referred to as “the Tour Operator”), 3131 Elliott Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, Washington, 98121, a qualified professional expedition operator, to organize and administer the Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures: An Extraordinary Journey by Private Jet expedition. The Tour Operator is responsible to you for arranging and providing all the services and accommodations offered in connection with the expedition, provided, however, that in the absence of gross negligence on our part, we are not responsible for personal injury or property damage caused by the air carrier, hotel, or other suppliers of any of the services being offered in connection with this expedition.

EXPEDITION PRICE$76,950 per person (double occupancy) with a $8,950 single supplement.

Reservations and Payments: To reserve your place on Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures: An Extraordinary Journey by Private Jet, complete the Reservation Form and return it with your deposit of $2,500 per person. The deposit may be made by check; wire transfer; or by a major credit card, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover Card. If you pay your initial deposit by credit card, it is fully refundable until you sign the Reservation Form. The second payment of $15,000 per person and final payment are payable by check or wire transfer only, made out to a secure escrow account. The second payment is due August 15, 2014. Final payment is due December 15, 2014. Make checks payable to “NGISL-15 Escrow.”

Mail or fax the Reservation Form to National Geographic Expeditions, 3131 Elliott Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, Washington 98121; fax: 206-447-7717; or call 1-800-224-1894. If the expedition is fully booked when your reservation is received, your payment will be returned within 7 days, or with your authorization, the Tour Operator can retain the deposit and place your name on a waiting list in the event other passengers cancel their reservations. Even if you authorize the Tour Operator to put your name on a waiting list and retain your deposit, the Tour Operator will notify you within 7 days if the expedition is still fully booked.

Security Agreement: Your payments are held in an escrow account at The Commerce Bank of Washington (“TCBW”), 601 Union Street, Suite 3600, Seattle, WA 98101-1342. Participants are protected by a Letter of Credit #592 issued by TCBW (the “Security Agreement”). Any claims against this Security Agreement must be filed with the Tour Operator or TCBW within 60 days of the termination of the expedition. After that time, the Tour Operator and TCBW will be released from liability under the Security Agreement.

What Is Included in the Price: A privately chartered Boeing 757 that departs from Kona, Hawaii, and returns to Honolulu, Hawaii, as indicated in the itinerary. Deluxe or best available accommodations and all applicable taxes in the destinations and options as indicated in the brochure, from arrival at The Fairmont Orchid, Kona, Hawaii, through departure from The Modern Honolulu, Honolulu, Hawaii. All meals beginning with dinner on April 14, 2015 in Kona, Hawaii and ending with breakfast in Honolulu, Hawaii on May 8, 2015. All taxes; airport transfers at the beginning and end of the expedition; group transportation; excursions; special events and activities; extensive program of customized options at most destinations; enrichment program, including lectures by a team of experts; services of professional staff, including an expedition physician; amenities package; $100,000 medical evacuation insurance (which includes minimal accident/sickness/baggage insurance) for covered reasons; bottled water throughout the expedition (during sightseeing, at scheduled meals, and in your room); all beverages, including liquor, aboard the private jet; liquor during special events and cocktail parties on land; house wine and/or beer at lunch and dinner; nonalcoholic beverages at all scheduled meals on land; baggage handling during the expedition; Internet access in hotels, where available; and tips or gratuities to local guides, drivers, porters, and waitstaff are included. Any tips or gratuities not specifically mentioned as included in the total expedition price will be at your discretion. Except for “major changes” as described below, no refund will be made for any accommodations or services included in the expedition price that you voluntarily do not use. The exact expedition itinerary, name and location of hotels, length of stay at each hotel, and other ground accommodations and services, are set forth in the itinerary, which is by this reference expressly incorporated into this Agreement.

What Is Not Included in the Price: Commercial airfare from your home city to Kona, Hawaii, and from Honolulu, Hawaii, to your home city; optional and additional accident/baggage/cancellation insurance; passport and visa fees; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, and fax fees; all beverages not mentioned above as included; hotel minibar charges; meals not scheduled by the Tour Operator; and inoculation and medication costs of any kind.

Insurance: National Geographic Society and the Tour Operator strongly recommend trip insurance. Insurance premium payments are subject to the policies of the insurance carrier.

Baggage: On the private jet, each passenger is limited to 90 pounds of checked baggage in 2 bags (one bag of your choice limited to 50 pounds and one wheeled bag that the Tour Operator will send to you ahead of time for use on the expedition limited to 40 pounds), plus a few smaller carry-on items such as a backpack, purse, camera, and/or laptop. For international flights, the air carrier’s liability is limited to the actual value of the baggage but not more than 1,000 Special Drawing Rights, approximately $1,250 per passenger, unless a higher value is declared at the time of check-in and an appropriate excess valuation charge is paid. Baggage, when not handled by the Tour Operator, and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Participant.

Aircraft: The private jet flights will be performed using a Boeing 757 jet with 80 VIP-class seats. The air carrier for the expedition will be Thomson Airways, Wigmore House/Wigmore Place, Wigmore Lane, Bedfordshire, Luton LU2 9TN England. The Tour Operator and air carrier reserve the right to substitute equivalent aircraft if necessary. Your itinerary may include flights on smaller aircraft operated by local approved airline carriers. Seating on these aircraft will be economy or economy with limited business seats, based upon the configuration of the aircraft.

International Flights: The operation of these flights is subject to the foreign governments involved granting landing rights for the flight. If the air carrier cannot obtain these rights for any particular flight leg of the expedition, that flight leg will be canceled and alternative arrangements may be made at the discretion of National Geographic Expeditions or the Tour Operator.

Cancellations and Refunds: If you cancel your reservation or change your plans, your right to receive a refund is limited, as described in the following schedule. All requests for refunds must be sent to us in writing via mail, fax, or email. All cancellations will become effective as of the date of the postmark or email receipt.

If your notice is received... You will receive a refund of all deposits less a...On or before August 15, 2014 $1,000 per-person cancellation fee.From August 16 to October 15, 2014 $5,000 per-person cancellation fee.From October 16 to December 15, 2014 $15,000 per-person cancellation fee.After December 15, 2014 No refund.

Refunds will be made within 14 days of receipt of your notice of cancellation.

Leaving an expedition in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of an expedition. If you cancel and provide a substitute Participant for the expedition, you will receive from the Tour Operator a full refund of money paid toward the price less an administrative charge of $25 for effecting the substitution once the substitute Participant has paid in full. If we make major changes prior to departure, you have the right to cancel and receive a full refund. Please note that the costs for visas, commercial air tickets, insurance, suite upgrades, and pre- or post-expedition independent arrangements may not be refundable. The following are major changes: (1) a change in the departure or return date, unless the change results from a flight delay experienced by the air carrier (If, however, the delay is longer than 48 hours, it will be considered a major change); (2) a change in the origin or destination city for any flight leg, unless the change affects only the order in which cities named in a tour package are visited; (3) a substitute of any hotel of lower standard; (4) a price increase of more than 10 percent occurring 10 or more days before departure. In no event can we increase your price less than 10 days before departure. If a major change must be made in the expedition, we will notify you within 7 days after first learning of the change, but in any event at least 10 days prior to the scheduled departure. If, less than 10 days before scheduled departure, we become aware that a major change must be made, we will notify you as soon as possible. Within 7 days after receiving notification of a major change, but in no event later than departure, you may cancel your reservation and you will receive a full refund within 14 days after canceling. If a major change that you are unwilling to accept occurs after the departure of the flight, we will refund, within 14 days after your scheduled return date, that portion of your payment that applies to the services not accepted. If we must cancel the expedition, we will notify you in writing within 7 days of the cancellation, but in no event later than 10 days before the scheduled departure date. We have no right to cancel the expedition less than 10 days before departure, except for circumstances that make it physically impossible to perform the trip or if a United States State Department Travel Warning not previously in effect is issued for one of the destinations on the itinerary. If that occurs, we will notify you as soon as possible, but not later than the scheduled departure date. If the expedition is canceled, the Tour Operator will make a full refund to you within 14 days after cancellation. The rights and remedies made available under this Contract are in addition to any other rights or remedies available under applicable law. However, we offer refunds under this contract with the express understanding that the receipt of that refund by a passenger waives the additional remedies.

TERMS AND CONDITIONSItinerary Changes: The itineraries and staff are subject to modification and change by the National Geographic Society or the Tour Operator. Every reasonable effort will be made to operate the program as planned; however, should unforeseen world events and conditions require our itinerary to be altered, we reserve the right to do so for the safety and best interest of the group. National Geographic Society and the Tour Operator reserve the right to cancel any trip in the event inadequate enrollment makes the trip economically infeasible to operate. In such a case, the Tour Operator will provide you with a full refund of the monies paid to the Tour Operator for the expedition.

Photography: We reserve the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography, videos, or recordings for promotional or commercial use. By making a reservation on the expedition, the Participant agrees to allow his/her likeness to be used by the National Geographic Society, National Geographic Society-authorized third parties, and the Tour Operator without compensation to the Participant. If the Participant prefers that his/her likeness not be used, he/she must notify us in writing prior to departure of the trip. Copyright in all photographs, video, and related materials created by the Participant (“Expedition Materials”) shall belong to the Participant upon creation. The Participant grants to the National Geographic Society a nonexclusive, worldwide, irrevocable license to use any Expedition Materials provided to the National Geographic Society and/or the Tour Operator in any media now existing or subsequently developed for the following limited purposes: editorial use, promotion of this editorial use, promotion of National Geographic’s travel programs, or promotion of the mission of the National Geographic Society.

Release of Liability: The passenger tickets in use by the carriers shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the passenger; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time expedition Participants are not aboard their conveyance. Neither National Geographic Expeditions nor the Tour Operator, nor any of their respective owners, directors, employees, contractors, officers, or agents (collectively, the “Released Parties”) shall be held liable for (A) any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, including but not limited to any defect in any aircraft, watercraft, or vehicle operated or provided by such other provider, (B) any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government or any subdivision or agent thereof, or by acts of God, strikes, fire, flood, war, rebellion, terrorism, insurrection, sickness, quarantine, epidemics, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control, and (C) any and all claims, actions, or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services, lost profits, consequential, exemplary, indirect or punitive damages or otherwise which may arise out of or occur during your travel in connection with the expedition. The Participant waives any claim against any of the Released Parties for any such loss, damage, injury, or death, including any right to seek consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages against any of the Released Parties for any reason whatsoever. None of the Released Parties shall be liable for any air carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket.

Acknowledgment of Risk: You understand and acknowledge that your travel in connection with and participation in the expedition or any activities which may take place during the expedition, may involve risk and potential exposure to injury or fatal injury and that risk and dangers may arise or be caused by the negligence or participation of other Participants, contractors, and/or subcontractors for the expedition or from other foreseeable and unforeseeable causes, including weather and other acts of nature.

Express Assumption of Risk and Responsibility: In recognition of the inherent risk of the travels and related activities in which you are intending to engage, you confirm that you are physically and mentally capable of participating in the expedition and that you willingly and voluntarily assume full responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage suffered by you or caused by you. By registering for the expedition, you certify that you do not have any mental, physical, or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for yourself or other Participants. The Tour Operator reserves the right in its sole discretion to accept, decline to accept, or remove any Participant on the expedition and reserves the right, subject to the terms and conditions contained herein, to withdraw any part or all of the expedition and to make such changes as may be necessary.

Arbitration: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the performance there under, including without limitation any claim related to bodily injury, property damage or death, shall be settled by binding arbitration in Seattle, Washington, USA in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association then existing, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction over the subject matter of the controversy. Such proceedings will be governed by substantive Washington law. This agreement to arbitrate does not waive or modify the liability release contained in this document.

Exclusive Governing Law and Jurisdiction: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflicts of laws principles. If the right to seek arbitration is for any reason waived by both parties, or if judicial review of any arbitration is sought, any action or legal proceeding arising out of this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts of the State of Washington, or, if it has or can acquire jurisdiction, in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington or the appropriate appellate courts, and the parties hereby waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction in connection therewith. In connection with any action or legal proceeding arising out of this Agreement, the parties hereby specifically and knowingly waive any rights that either party might have to demand a jury trial.

Single/Shared Accommodations and Suite Upgrades: A limited number of single rooms are available at extra cost on a first-come, first-served basis. The Tour Operator will make reasonable efforts to assist persons requesting a roommate. Participants will be notified if a suitable roommate is found. If a roommate is not confirmed, the single rate will be charged. Suite rooms are available in some destinations; more information about them, including their extra costs, will be sent to you in the months before departure.

Airfare: The Tour Operator is happy to assist you in reserving commercial flights from your home city to Kona, Hawaii, and from Honolulu, Hawaii, to your home city, in the class of service that you prefer. Please ask for details.

Visas and Entry Permits: To participate in the expedition, visas and/or entry permits may be required for some countries. Acquiring visas and/or entry permits is the responsibility of the Participant. Failure to obtain visas and/or entry permits does not negate the terms and conditions. Any extra costs for rerouting a Participant without visas and/or entry permits will be the responsibility of the Participant. The Tour Operator will provide information on the necessary visas and/or entry permits in pre-departure documents.

Health Requirements: This is an active program, which requires you to make a realistic assessment of your health. Prior to traveling, we recommend that you visit your personal physician for a checkup so that you may discuss your ability to participate in this type of journey. All Participants are expected to be in active good health, to enjoy traveling as part of a group, and to be ready to experience cultural differences with grace. Walking and climbing stairs are required in many hotels and airports, and to board the aircraft, and are part of many excursions. Please note: To go to certain destinations or participate in certain activities, such as visiting a high-altitude area (7,500 feet above sea level and higher) including the highlands of Papua New Guinea, you will need to obtain your physician’s approval. A form will be sent to you for your physician to sign. We are prepared to arrange for an alternative destination or activity, if your physician recommends it. Malaria and other diseases are present in some of the countries featured in this itinerary. For the latest recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas you will visit, consult your physician and the Centers for Disease Control. Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, or treatment should be reported in writing when the reservation is made. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate travelers with special needs; however, we regret that we cannot accommodate wheelchairs. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements will be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our expedition staff. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the traveler. If you would like to forgo some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, please feel free to do so at any time.

Basis of Rates: All prices are based on two persons sharing a room. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars. The rates are based on current tariffs and are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. While we will make reasonable efforts to maintain the listed prices, if it is necessary to levy a surcharge, we reserve the right to do so and will notify you at the time of final invoicing.

Eligibility: Participation in a National Geographic Expedition is a benefit of membership in the National Geographic Society. Membership dues for 2013 are $39. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the expedition.

The Tour Operator is a Registered Seller of Travel in Washington (#602-320-265), a California Seller of Travel (#2071584-30), an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, and is endorsed by IATAN, the International Airlines Travel Agent Network (#50-755585). The Tour Operator’s Dunn & Bradstreet D-U-N-S number is 17-084-7961.

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