Discover CUBA! Discover Antarctica! Travel Adventures for you & your friends! A People-to-People exploration of Cuba & the Annular Solar Eclipse BETCHART with a Botanical Slant • November 20-30, 2015 Betchart May 2015 Update February 23–March 9, 2017 EXPEDITIONS Inc. Annular Eclipse February 26 17050 Montebello Road, Cupertino, CA 95014-5435 Travel Adventures for you & your friends We invite you AAAS Travels • SigmaXi Expeditions to join our voyage ACS Expeditions • Planetary Society Total Solar Eclipse AAAS Travels • Sigma Xi Expeditions • ACS Expeditions • Planetary Society to Antarctica in March 20, 2015 FIRST CLASS February 2017! Dear Travelers: See Cuba NOW It will include beforechanges! everything the Annular Solar Well, the biggest celebration of the spring season BALI & SULAWESI Eclipse south of came in March with the Iceland Total Solar Eclipse On this unique and inspiring program, we begin our Trelew, Argentina Expedition and the Alaska Aurora Borealis INDONESIA tour in Old Havana and continue to Zapata National Park, February 26, 2017! Expedition. Wow! February 26–March 10, 2016 the Escambray Mountains, and the Spanish colonial cities This will be the Betchart’s Iceland Eclipse 2015 Expedition of Cienfuegos and Trinidad. Havana’s old town is rich only Antarctica with culture, music, museums, architecture, and more. voyagen i memory met with rousing success, including sparkling We will explore Cuba’s diverse landscapes with leadership that includes an skies for the Eclipse flights in three 757s over by a superb Betchart naturalist Dr. Lee Harper and accessible Eclipse! the North Atlantic! Cuban botanist Dr. Carlos Sanchez. Come join us The Eclipse viewing The Cuban natural world is reflected in their national and discover the One of the three 757s for our Iceland was terrific and the symbols: Roystonea regia, the royal palm with its swollen stunning land Total Solar Eclipse flights March 20, 2015 Aurora Borealis in upper trunk; the white mariposa, a species of jasmine and scapes and wildlife (painted with the Aurora Borealis, which star studded skies in Antarctica and the national flower; and the national bird, the tocororo, was utterly incredible during the trip)! was breathtaking! with blue, red, and white colors which match the national delight in the Eclipse! The Alaska trip flag. Cuba is also home to the world’s smallest bird, the Join us for Terrific Adventures bee hummingbird, a profusion of native orchids and palms, From $8,695 quad also had spectacular and those wonderful old cars! $3,995 + air. ($8,995 twin) + air. in 2015 & 2016! Aurora viewing. Do send links to your 5! Save $250 per person photos from these for bookings0, 201 by Delightful Opportunities in 2015 & 2016! Great Trips in 2015 & 2016! or other Betchart trips to [email protected] May 3 and Larry will get them up on our web site! OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2015 Galápagos Islands ...... Nov 13-22, 2015 Costa Rica ...... Dec 5-12, 2015 ALASKA Aurora Borealis . . . . . Mar 3-9, 2016 We hope you will join us on another adventure See the Total Solar Eclipse – March 9, 2016! Madagascar ...... October 3-18 or Feb 5-14, 2016 On board the National Geographic Sea Lion! Our ever popular March Aurora Borealis trip includes this summer or fall! Do keep the 2016 Eclipse trips For the March 9, 2016 Total Solar Eclipse, we have Explore the natural heritage On board the National Costa Rica and Panama form Talkeetna (inspiration for the town in “Northern Exposure”), in mind! We have a lot of bookings already, but a wonderful program to Bali & Sulawesi, Indonesia! It will include the finest orangutan reserve in the world and profusion of unique wild Geographic Endeavour, a land bridge that divides the plusa t ke the train from Talkeetna past Mt. McKinley (Denali) there is room for you, if you sign up soon! Caribbean from the Pacific, and to Fairbanks. Enjoy Aurora viewing, lectures, sled dogs, and the finest marine national park in Indonesia! After life in Madagascar! Visit the explore the enchanted Best wishes, the Total Solar Eclipse, we will bask in the delights of connect two beautiful and wildly the ice festival and much more! $2,795 + air. private Lemur Park in Tana, isles! Galápagos is a life-list Margaret, Bob, Taunya & the Betchart team legendary Bali... We invite you to join us! $5,895 + air. plus Perinet Reserve for the must! Travel aboard the diverse natural areas! See iconic indri, largest of the lemurs. finest expedition ship in wildlifef o the tropics—red macaws, Delight in the ring-tailed Galápagos to explore the howler monkeys, capuchin Discover the Treasures of lemurs at Berenty Reserve, islands. You will be thrilled! monkeys, sloths, butterflies, frogs and explore the extraordinary and more! Transit the canal and see the Smithsonian Optional Peru pre-trip November 6-13. From $6,290 + air. landscape at Isalo National Tropical Research Institute. A free one-night extension Istanbul & Park! With our outstanding in Panama includes a look at the new Panama Canal con naturalist Herilala Jonah! CONGRATULATIONS struction and fantastic new museum! From $6,190 + air. Cappadocia $3,995 + air. to Ted Elliman! India Wildlife Safari ...... Jan 16-30, 2016 September 29–October 10, 2015 Columbia & Snake River Popular New England Wild A magnificent introduction to Voyage ...... Oct 27–Nov 2 Flower Society and Betchart national parks, sanctuaries, Discover sites important to the heritage of Western Civilization on this great adventure to On board Nat’l. Geographic Sea Bird Expeditions leader TED and exquisite cultural anti quities of India, from tigers Istanbul and the fascinating caves at Cappadocia. A wonderful adventure beneath ELLIMAN has just completed the gaze of lofty Mt. Hood! See the to the Taj Mahal, including In Istanbul, see the splendid Topkapi Palace writing a field guide to the three premiere national and immense Blue Mosque and St. Sophia, now delights of fall color with the added wild flowers of New England bonus of wine and beer tastings! parks where we will stay in a museum. Fly to Cappadocia and see the Rock- Explore the Columbia River gorge after two years of very exquisite lodges. Two were Cut Monastery, the fascinating Goreme Valley, and built by our colleague who Any questions? Give us a call! from Portland to Clarkston, passing intensive work! ! the earliest settlement in Anatolia. Then explore ! descends from Indian royalty. Travely b jeep and elephant FREE r ancient Greek sites along the coast, including through 8 spectacular locks, the ke $500 offn Ted will be leading the July 2016 trip to the telephone (800) 252-4910 Ta to look for tigers and other wildlife. Also enjoy cultural in-tour ai Ephesus and Troy! $3,995 + air. Dalles, and the Palouse River. per perso Tibetan Highlands of Sichuan! Email: [email protected] From $4,590 + air. sites and performances. $3,995 pp + air. Wild Iceland In Search of New Zealand Kashmir & Ladakh Venice • Trieste • Po River • Ravenna June 14-23, 2015 AMELIA EARHART November 13-28, 2015 August 19–September 1, 2015 October 9-21, 2015 Explore one of the greatest mysteries of all time! June 16–July 2, 2015 e! On July 2, 1937, Amelia Earhart and her navigator Fred Noonan went missing on one of the last legs of Second Departur their round the world flight after they departed New With Mark Guinea for Howland Island. Our colleagues at TIGHAR, Walters! the International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery, Only 3 roomse! believe they turned their Electra south and landed at availabl Nikumaroro Island. On board the 68-passenger Fiji Highly Princess, ew will sail north from Fiji for 1,000 miles, Recommended! stoppingt a Rotuma and Funafuti islands en route to Niku.e W will join TIGHAR scientists in their research h!” LAKE TITICACA & PERU Discover at Niku and look for artifacts which may indicate Amelia Travel with a superb New Zealand and Fred did land there! From $8,495 + $500 + air. Total Lunar Eclipse Expedition naturalist, Lloyd Esler! “Paradise on Eart including Machu Picchu & Cusco September 22–October 3, 2015 Travel with Asia expert Cynthia Gould and explore Land of Fire & Ice ! From kiwis to kakas, temperate rainforests to glacial Only 1-2 roomse This year, we are offering a new route in Peru which the scenic paradise of Kashmir and remote Ladakh, a & Nature’s Paradise! availabl valleys, New Zealand possesses a rich heritage. The will allow you to discover the Total Lunar Eclipse over geologic forces are as dynamic as anywhere on earth, “little Tibet,” surrounded by 5,000 meter peaks. Lake Titicaca with a fantastic reflection in the lake! and e can b seen in the fascinating geyserfields in Rotorua, Kashmir has long been legendary as a destination of travelers from India and beyond. Ladakh is a trans- Iceland has captured the imagination of people all over e! See the lovely “white city” of Arequipa surrounded by in the plunging cliffs at Milford Sound, in the spectacular the world since Jules Verne wrote “Journey to the Center volcanic peaks and visit the dramatic Andean country peaks and glaciers of the Southern Alps, and along the Himalayan kingdom that retains a strong Tibetan of the Earth” in 1871. Iceland has a proud heritage—it is 1 room availabl side between Arequipa, the Cañon de Colca, and Puno. rugged shore. Buddhist identity with alpine desert valleys, watered the world’s oldest democracy. Its wildlife and natural We then fly to Cusco, to explore the heart of the Inca Some of the most spectacular scenery in the world by glacial melt, where surrounding peaks display an wonders are truly magical! Experience Iceland, from Empire and the archaeological sites of Pisac and is preserved in New Zealand’s national parks, many of astonishing geology. Join us for an amazing adventure! geology to history, and fabulous wildlife! $3,995 pp + air. © 2015 Betchart Expeditions Inc. Ollantaitambo, and Machu Picchu. $3,995 + air. which we will visit on this expedition. $3,995 + air. $5,495 + air. Wildlife & Eclipse Adventures in 2016! Wildlife & Eclipse Adventures in 2016! More Travel Delights in 2015! TANZANIA See the eclipse near Ruaha National Park in south See the Annular Solar Eclipse while exploring the For Last Minute Planners! central Tanzania—a remote wilderness park off natural heritage and unique wildlife of Madagascar NEPAL! Wildlife & Eclipse Safari the beaten track with a superb safari experience. on this 16-day expedition! A Few Spaces Are Available: August 19–September 3, 2016 To see the Annular Solar Eclipse, we will fly from Madagascar is the fourth largest island in Wild & Prehistoric France...... May 15-28 Ruaha to Mbeya, not far from Lake Malawi, where the world, isolated from the African continent we will stay at a coffee plantation. Nearby is the for 30 million years. It is home to thousands of With Mark Walters, wonderful caves with fourth largest meteor yet discovered on earth—a unique species including lemurs and reptiles, prehistoric art, museums, natural areas, and more! mass of almost solid iron. flowering plants, palms, and China by High Speed Rail...... June 9-23 In Northern Tanzania—traditional safari country— many birds! With Dr. Chris Carpenter, a delightful adventure we will discover the profusion of elephants, lions, Adding to the delight of this from Shanghai to Xian, by high speed rail! With and other wildlife which inhabit Arusha and natural wealth will be the Annular xcellent optional Yangtze River Extension June 23-28. An e Tarangire national parks, and the vast, spectacular Eclipse on September 1, 2016 as Safari & More! Ngorongoro Crater—the finest it passes across Madagascar and Alaska Wildflowers...... June 24–July 5 wildlife sanctuary in the world. MADAGASCAR heads to the Indian Ocean! We With FREE With Justin Gibson and John Burns, explore the From rare rhinos to hippos, and August 20–September 4, 2016 will be directly on the line of rest flightseeing! Kenai, botanic gardens and parks from Anchorage to See the Annular Solar See the Annular Solar Eclipse Sept. 1, 2016! Eve Eclipse, September 1, 2016! spectacular birds, you’ll be thrilled! Totality and will have the best Fairbanks, including Denali with grizzlies & more! Travel with our superb safari leader, possible viewing location on the Dr. David Bygott, and excellent dry side of Madagascar! From Discover the Himalayan Wonderland! Tibetan Highlands of Sichuan...... July 17-30 local driver guides. $6,995 pp + air. $4,995 +air. November 9-23, 2015 With Dr. Chris Carpenter, a wonderful backroads adventure through spectacular mountain country Nepal is one of Asia’s most enchanting lands. Set Please CALL with Questions!e W are here for oy u! The southern-most point of the in western Sichuan with terrific wildflowers and on the rugged flanks of the Himalayas, Nepal offers an cultural experiences! For detailed brochures and more information, please contact: SOUTH AFRICA! African continent is a riotous mix of unsurpassed wealth of ecological and cultural diversity. Betchart Expeditions Inc., 17050 Montebello Road, Cupertino, California 95014-5435 September 17-30, 2016 picturesque mountains, tumbling Explore phenomenal highlights in the Kathmandu Valley, rivers, rocky fields of flowers, heath Please go to: Telephone: (800) 252-4910 or (408) 252-4910 Fax: (408) 252-1444 Email: [email protected] Spectacular Landscapes, tranquil landscapes of Pokhara, the birthplace of Buddha See pdf’s of brochures on our web site: www.betchartexpeditions.com land, and a seemingly endless series Wildlife & Cape Flora Kingdom of bays, lagoons, and headlands, in Lumbini, wildlife in Chitwan National Park, and much www.betchartexpeditions.com Prices are per person based on twin share + air. more! $4,895 pp + air. ©2015 Betchart Expeditions Inc. All rights reserved. Iceland Eclipse photos courtesy of Helgi Gudmundsson & Sandra Fraser CST# 2036304-40 which form the stunning coastline. for brochures! Wild Iceland In Search of New Zealand Kashmir & Ladakh Venice • Trieste • Po River • Ravenna June 14-23, 2015 AMELIA EARHART November 13-28, 2015 August 19–September 1, 2015 October 9-21, 2015 Explore one of the greatest mysteries of all time! June 16–July 2, 2015 e! On July 2, 1937, Amelia Earhart and her navigator Fred Noonan went missing on one of the last legs of Second Departur their round the world flight after they departed New With Mark Guinea for Howland Island. Our colleagues at TIGHAR, Walters! the International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery, Only 3 roomse! believe they turned their Electra south and landed at availabl Nikumaroro Island. On board the 68-passenger Fiji Highly Princess, ew will sail north from Fiji for 1,000 miles, Recommended! stoppingt a Rotuma and Funafuti islands en route to Niku.e W will join TIGHAR scientists in their research h!” LAKE TITICACA & PERU Discover at Niku and look for artifacts which may indicate Amelia Travel with a superb New Zealand and Fred did land there! From $8,495 + $500 + air. Total Lunar Eclipse Expedition naturalist, Lloyd Esler! “Paradise on Eart including Machu Picchu & Cusco September 22–October 3, 2015 Travel with Asia expert Cynthia Gould and explore Land of Fire & Ice ! From kiwis to kakas, temperate rainforests to glacial Only 1-2 roomse This year, we are offering a new route in Peru which the scenic paradise of Kashmir and remote Ladakh, a & Nature’s Paradise! availabl valleys, New Zealand possesses a rich heritage. The will allow you to discover the Total Lunar Eclipse over geologic forces are as dynamic as anywhere on earth, “little Tibet,” surrounded by 5,000 meter peaks. Lake Titicaca with a fantastic reflection in the lake! and e can b seen in the fascinating geyserfields in Rotorua, Kashmir has long been legendary as a destination of travelers from India and beyond. Ladakh is a trans- Iceland has captured the imagination of people all over e! See the lovely “white city” of Arequipa surrounded by in the plunging cliffs at Milford Sound, in the spectacular the world since Jules Verne wrote “Journey to the Center volcanic peaks and visit the dramatic Andean country peaks and glaciers of the Southern Alps, and along the Himalayan kingdom that retains a strong Tibetan of the Earth” in 1871. Iceland has a proud heritage—it is 1 room availabl side between Arequipa, the Cañon de Colca, and Puno. rugged shore. Buddhist identity with alpine desert valleys, watered the world’s oldest democracy. Its wildlife and natural We then fly to Cusco, to explore the heart of the Inca Some of the most spectacular scenery in the world by glacial melt, where surrounding peaks display an wonders are truly magical! Experience Iceland, from Empire and the archaeological sites of Pisac and is preserved in New Zealand’s national parks, many of astonishing geology. Join us for an amazing adventure! geology to history, and fabulous wildlife! $3,995 pp + air. © 2015 Betchart Expeditions Inc. Ollantaitambo, and Machu Picchu. $3,995 + air. which we will visit on this expedition. $3,995 + air. $5,495 + air. Wildlife & Eclipse Adventures in 2016! Wildlife & Eclipse Adventures in 2016! More Travel Delights in 2015! TANZANIA See the eclipse near Ruaha National Park in south See the Annular Solar Eclipse while exploring the For Last Minute Planners! central Tanzania—a remote wilderness park off natural heritage and unique wildlife of Madagascar NEPAL! Wildlife & Eclipse Safari the beaten track with a superb safari experience. on this 16-day expedition! A Few Spaces Are Available: August 19–September 3, 2016 To see the Annular Solar Eclipse, we will fly from Madagascar is the fourth largest island in Wild & Prehistoric France...... May 15-28 Ruaha to Mbeya, not far from Lake Malawi, where the world, isolated from the African continent we will stay at a coffee plantation. Nearby is the for 30 million years. It is home to thousands of With Mark Walters, wonderful caves with fourth largest meteor yet discovered on earth—a unique species including lemurs and reptiles, prehistoric art, museums, natural areas, and more! mass of almost solid iron. flowering plants, palms, and China by High Speed Rail...... June 9-23 In Northern Tanzania—traditional safari country— many birds! With Dr. Chris Carpenter, a delightful adventure we will discover the profusion of elephants, lions, Adding to the delight of this from Shanghai to Xian, by high speed rail! With and other wildlife which inhabit Arusha and natural wealth will be the Annular xcellent optional Yangtze River Extension June 23-28. An e Tarangire national parks, and the vast, spectacular Eclipse on September 1, 2016 as Safari & More! Ngorongoro Crater—the finest it passes across Madagascar and Alaska Wildflowers...... June 24–July 5 wildlife sanctuary in the world. MADAGASCAR heads to the Indian Ocean! We With FREE With Justin Gibson and John Burns, explore the From rare rhinos to hippos, and August 20–September 4, 2016 will be directly on the line of rest flightseeing! Kenai, botanic gardens and parks from Anchorage to See the Annular Solar See the Annular Solar Eclipse Sept. 1, 2016! Eve Eclipse, September 1, 2016! spectacular birds, you’ll be thrilled! Totality and will have the best Fairbanks, including Denali with grizzlies & more! Travel with our superb safari leader, possible viewing location on the Dr. David Bygott, and excellent dry side of Madagascar! From Discover the Himalayan Wonderland! Tibetan Highlands of Sichuan...... July 17-30 local driver guides. $6,995 pp + air. $4,995 +air. November 9-23, 2015 With Dr. Chris Carpenter, a wonderful backroads adventure through spectacular mountain country Nepal is one of Asia’s most enchanting lands. Set Please CALL with Questions!e W are here for oy u! The southern-most point of the in western Sichuan with terrific wildflowers and on the rugged flanks of the Himalayas, Nepal offers an cultural experiences! For detailed brochures and more information, please contact: SOUTH AFRICA! African continent is a riotous mix of unsurpassed wealth of ecological and cultural diversity. Betchart Expeditions Inc., 17050 Montebello Road, Cupertino, California 95014-5435 September 17-30, 2016 picturesque mountains, tumbling Explore phenomenal highlights in the Kathmandu Valley, rivers, rocky fields of flowers, heath Please go to: Telephone: (800) 252-4910 or (408) 252-4910 Fax: (408) 252-1444 Email: [email protected] Spectacular Landscapes, tranquil landscapes of Pokhara, the birthplace of Buddha See pdf’s of brochures on our web site: www.betchartexpeditions.com land, and a seemingly endless series Wildlife & Cape Flora Kingdom of bays, lagoons, and headlands, in Lumbini, wildlife in Chitwan National Park, and much www.betchartexpeditions.com Prices are per person based on twin share + air. more! $4,895 pp + air. ©2015 Betchart Expeditions Inc. All rights reserved. Iceland Eclipse photos courtesy of Helgi Gudmundsson & Sandra Fraser CST# 2036304-40 which form the stunning coastline. for brochures! Wild Iceland In Search of New Zealand Kashmir & Ladakh Venice • Trieste • Po River • Ravenna June 14-23, 2015 AMELIA EARHART November 13-28, 2015 August 19–September 1, 2015 October 9-21, 2015 Explore one of the greatest mysteries of all time! June 16–July 2, 2015 e! On July 2, 1937, Amelia Earhart and her navigator Fred Noonan went missing on one of the last legs of Second Departur their round the world flight after they departed New With Mark Guinea for Howland Island. Our colleagues at TIGHAR, Walters! the International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery, Only 3 roomse! believe they turned their Electra south and landed at availabl Nikumaroro Island. On board the 68-passenger Fiji Highly Princess, ew will sail north from Fiji for 1,000 miles, Recommended! stoppingt a Rotuma and Funafuti islands en route to Niku.e W will join TIGHAR scientists in their research h!” LAKE TITICACA & PERU Discover at Niku and look for artifacts which may indicate Amelia Travel with a superb New Zealand and Fred did land there! From $8,495 + $500 + air. Total Lunar Eclipse Expedition naturalist, Lloyd Esler! “Paradise on Eart including Machu Picchu & Cusco September 22–October 3, 2015 Travel with Asia expert Cynthia Gould and explore Land of Fire & Ice ! From kiwis to kakas, temperate rainforests to glacial Only 1-2 roomse This year, we are offering a new route in Peru which the scenic paradise of Kashmir and remote Ladakh, a & Nature’s Paradise! availabl valleys, New Zealand possesses a rich heritage. The will allow you to discover the Total Lunar Eclipse over geologic forces are as dynamic as anywhere on earth, “little Tibet,” surrounded by 5,000 meter peaks. Lake Titicaca with a fantastic reflection in the lake! and e can b seen in the fascinating geyserfields in Rotorua, Kashmir has long been legendary as a destination of travelers from India and beyond. Ladakh is a trans- Iceland has captured the imagination of people all over e! See the lovely “white city” of Arequipa surrounded by in the plunging cliffs at Milford Sound, in the spectacular the world since Jules Verne wrote “Journey to the Center volcanic peaks and visit the dramatic Andean country peaks and glaciers of the Southern Alps, and along the Himalayan kingdom that retains a strong Tibetan of the Earth” in 1871. Iceland has a proud heritage—it is 1 room availabl side between Arequipa, the Cañon de Colca, and Puno. rugged shore. Buddhist identity with alpine desert valleys, watered the world’s oldest democracy. Its wildlife and natural We then fly to Cusco, to explore the heart of the Inca Some of the most spectacular scenery in the world by glacial melt, where surrounding peaks display an wonders are truly magical! Experience Iceland, from Empire and the archaeological sites of Pisac and is preserved in New Zealand’s national parks, many of astonishing geology. Join us for an amazing adventure! geology to history, and fabulous wildlife! $3,995 pp + air. © 2015 Betchart Expeditions Inc. Ollantaitambo, and Machu Picchu. $3,995 + air. which we will visit on this expedition. $3,995 + air. $5,495 + air. Wildlife & Eclipse Adventures in 2016! Wildlife & Eclipse Adventures in 2016! More Travel Delights in 2015! TANZANIA See the eclipse near Ruaha National Park in south See the Annular Solar Eclipse while exploring the For Last Minute Planners! central Tanzania—a remote wilderness park off natural heritage and unique wildlife of Madagascar NEPAL! Wildlife & Eclipse Safari the beaten track with a superb safari experience. on this 16-day expedition! A Few Spaces Are Available: August 19–September 3, 2016 To see the Annular Solar Eclipse, we will fly from Madagascar is the fourth largest island in Wild & Prehistoric France...... May 15-28 Ruaha to Mbeya, not far from Lake Malawi, where the world, isolated from the African continent we will stay at a coffee plantation. Nearby is the for 30 million years. It is home to thousands of With Mark Walters, wonderful caves with fourth largest meteor yet discovered on earth—a unique species including lemurs and reptiles, prehistoric art, museums, natural areas, and more! mass of almost solid iron. flowering plants, palms, and China by High Speed Rail...... June 9-23 In Northern Tanzania—traditional safari country— many birds! With Dr. Chris Carpenter, a delightful adventure we will discover the profusion of elephants, lions, Adding to the delight of this from Shanghai to Xian, by high speed rail! With and other wildlife which inhabit Arusha and natural wealth will be the Annular xcellent optional Yangtze River Extension June 23-28. An e Tarangire national parks, and the vast, spectacular Eclipse on September 1, 2016 as Safari & More! Ngorongoro Crater—the finest it passes across Madagascar and Alaska Wildflowers...... June 24–July 5 wildlife sanctuary in the world. MADAGASCAR heads to the Indian Ocean! We With FREE With Justin Gibson and John Burns, explore the From rare rhinos to hippos, and August 20–September 4, 2016 will be directly on the line of rest flightseeing! Kenai, botanic gardens and parks from Anchorage to See the Annular Solar See the Annular Solar Eclipse Sept. 1, 2016! Eve Eclipse, September 1, 2016! spectacular birds, you’ll be thrilled! Totality and will have the best Fairbanks, including Denali with grizzlies & more! Travel with our superb safari leader, possible viewing location on the Dr. David Bygott, and excellent dry side of Madagascar! From Discover the Himalayan Wonderland! Tibetan Highlands of Sichuan...... July 17-30 local driver guides. $6,995 pp + air. $4,995 +air. November 9-23, 2015 With Dr. Chris Carpenter, a wonderful backroads adventure through spectacular mountain country Nepal is one of Asia’s most enchanting lands. Set Please CALL with Questions!e W are here for oy u! The southern-most point of the in western Sichuan with terrific wildflowers and on the rugged flanks of the Himalayas, Nepal offers an cultural experiences! For detailed brochures and more information, please contact: SOUTH AFRICA! African continent is a riotous mix of unsurpassed wealth of ecological and cultural diversity. Betchart Expeditions Inc., 17050 Montebello Road, Cupertino, California 95014-5435 September 17-30, 2016 picturesque mountains, tumbling Explore phenomenal highlights in the Kathmandu Valley, rivers, rocky fields of flowers, heath Please go to: Telephone: (800) 252-4910 or (408) 252-4910 Fax: (408) 252-1444 Email: [email protected] Spectacular Landscapes, tranquil landscapes of Pokhara, the birthplace of Buddha See pdf’s of brochures on our web site: www.betchartexpeditions.com land, and a seemingly endless series Wildlife & Cape Flora Kingdom of bays, lagoons, and headlands, in Lumbini, wildlife in Chitwan National Park, and much www.betchartexpeditions.com Prices are per person based on twin share + air. more! $4,895 pp + air. ©2015 Betchart Expeditions Inc. All rights reserved. Iceland Eclipse photos courtesy of Helgi Gudmundsson & Sandra Fraser CST# 2036304-40 which form the stunning coastline. for brochures! Discover CUBA! Discover Antarctica! Travel Adventures for you & your friends! A People-to-People exploration of Cuba & the Annular Solar Eclipse BETCHART with a Botanical Slant • November 20-30, 2015 Betchart May 2015 Update February 23–March 9, 2017 EXPEDITIONS Inc. Annular Eclipse February 26 17050 Montebello Road, Cupertino, CA 95014-5435 Travel Adventures for you & your friends We invite you AAAS Travels • SigmaXi Expeditions to join our voyage ACS Expeditions • Planetary Society Total Solar Eclipse AAAS Travels • Sigma Xi Expeditions • ACS Expeditions • Planetary Society to Antarctica in March 20, 2015 FIRST CLASS February 2017! Dear Travelers: See Cuba NOW It will include beforechanges! everything the Annular Solar Well, the biggest celebration of the spring season BALI & SULAWESI Eclipse south of came in March with the Iceland Total Solar Eclipse On this unique and inspiring program, we begin our Trelew, Argentina Expedition and the Alaska Aurora Borealis INDONESIA tour in Old Havana and continue to Zapata National Park, February 26, 2017! Expedition. Wow! February 26–March 10, 2016 the Escambray Mountains, and the Spanish colonial cities This will be the Betchart’s Iceland Eclipse 2015 Expedition of Cienfuegos and Trinidad. Havana’s old town is rich only Antarctica with culture, music, museums, architecture, and more. voyagen i memory met with rousing success, including sparkling We will explore Cuba’s diverse landscapes with leadership that includes an skies for the Eclipse flights in three 757s over by a superb Betchart naturalist Dr. Lee Harper and accessible Eclipse! the North Atlantic! Cuban botanist Dr. Carlos Sanchez. Come join us The Eclipse viewing The Cuban natural world is reflected in their national and discover the One of the three 757s for our Iceland was terrific and the symbols: Roystonea regia, the royal palm with its swollen stunning land Total Solar Eclipse flights March 20, 2015 Aurora Borealis in upper trunk; the white mariposa, a species of jasmine and scapes and wildlife (painted with the Aurora Borealis, which star studded skies in Antarctica and the national flower; and the national bird, the tocororo, was utterly incredible during the trip)! was breathtaking! with blue, red, and white colors which match the national delight in the Eclipse! The Alaska trip flag. Cuba is also home to the world’s smallest bird, the Join us for Terrific Adventures bee hummingbird, a profusion of native orchids and palms, From $8,695 quad also had spectacular and those wonderful old cars! $3,995 + air. ($8,995 twin) + air. in 2015 & 2016! Aurora viewing. Do send links to your 5! Save $250 per person photos from these for bookings0, 201 by Delightful Opportunities in 2015 & 2016! Great Trips in 2015 & 2016! or other Betchart trips to [email protected] May 3 and Larry will get them up on our web site! OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2015 Galápagos Islands ...... Nov 13-22, 2015 Costa Rica ...... Dec 5-12, 2015 ALASKA Aurora Borealis . . . . . Mar 3-9, 2016 We hope you will join us on another adventure See the Total Solar Eclipse – March 9, 2016! Madagascar ...... October 3-18 or Feb 5-14, 2016 On board the National Geographic Sea Lion! Our ever popular March Aurora Borealis trip includes this summer or fall! Do keep the 2016 Eclipse trips For the March 9, 2016 Total Solar Eclipse, we have Explore the natural heritage On board the National Costa Rica and Panama form Talkeetna (inspiration for the town in “Northern Exposure”), in mind! We have a lot of bookings already, but a wonderful program to Bali & Sulawesi, Indonesia! It will include the finest orangutan reserve in the world and profusion of unique wild Geographic Endeavour, a land bridge that divides the plusa t ke the train from Talkeetna past Mt. McKinley (Denali) there is room for you, if you sign up soon! Caribbean from the Pacific, and to Fairbanks. Enjoy Aurora viewing, lectures, sled dogs, and the finest marine national park in Indonesia! After life in Madagascar! Visit the explore the enchanted Best wishes, the Total Solar Eclipse, we will bask in the delights of connect two beautiful and wildly the ice festival and much more! $2,795 + air. private Lemur Park in Tana, isles! Galápagos is a life-list Margaret, Bob, Taunya & the Betchart team legendary Bali... We invite you to join us! $5,895 + air. plus Perinet Reserve for the must! Travel aboard the diverse natural areas! See iconic indri, largest of the lemurs. finest expedition ship in wildlifef o the tropics—red macaws, Delight in the ring-tailed Galápagos to explore the howler monkeys, capuchin Discover the Treasures of lemurs at Berenty Reserve, islands. You will be thrilled! monkeys, sloths, butterflies, frogs and explore the extraordinary and more! Transit the canal and see the Smithsonian Optional Peru pre-trip November 6-13. From $6,290 + air. landscape at Isalo National Tropical Research Institute. A free one-night extension Istanbul & Park! With our outstanding in Panama includes a look at the new Panama Canal con naturalist Herilala Jonah! CONGRATULATIONS struction and fantastic new museum! From $6,190 + air. Cappadocia $3,995 + air. to Ted Elliman! India Wildlife Safari ...... Jan 16-30, 2016 September 29–October 10, 2015 Columbia & Snake River Popular New England Wild A magnificent introduction to Voyage ...... Oct 27–Nov 2 Flower Society and Betchart national parks, sanctuaries, Discover sites important to the heritage of Western Civilization on this great adventure to On board Nat’l. Geographic Sea Bird Expeditions leader TED and exquisite cultural anti quities of India, from tigers Istanbul and the fascinating caves at Cappadocia. A wonderful adventure beneath ELLIMAN has just completed the gaze of lofty Mt. Hood! See the to the Taj Mahal, including In Istanbul, see the splendid Topkapi Palace writing a field guide to the three premiere national and immense Blue Mosque and St. Sophia, now delights of fall color with the added wild flowers of New England bonus of wine and beer tastings! parks where we will stay in a museum. Fly to Cappadocia and see the Rock- Explore the Columbia River gorge after two years of very exquisite lodges. Two were Cut Monastery, the fascinating Goreme Valley, and built by our colleague who Any questions? Give us a call! from Portland to Clarkston, passing intensive work! ! the earliest settlement in Anatolia. Then explore ! descends from Indian royalty. Travely b jeep and elephant FREE r ancient Greek sites along the coast, including through 8 spectacular locks, the ke $500 offn Ted will be leading the July 2016 trip to the telephone (800) 252-4910 Ta to look for tigers and other wildlife. Also enjoy cultural in-tour ai Ephesus and Troy! $3,995 + air. Dalles, and the Palouse River. per perso Tibetan Highlands of Sichuan! Email: [email protected] From $4,590 + air. sites and performances. $3,995 pp + air. Discover CUBA! Discover Antarctica! Travel Adventures for you & your friends! A People-to-People exploration of Cuba & the Annular Solar Eclipse BETCHART with a Botanical Slant • November 20-30, 2015 Betchart May 2015 Update February 23–March 9, 2017 EXPEDITIONS Inc. Annular Eclipse February 26 17050 Montebello Road, Cupertino, CA 95014-5435 Travel Adventures for you & your friends We invite you AAAS Travels • SigmaXi Expeditions to join our voyage ACS Expeditions • Planetary Society Total Solar Eclipse AAAS Travels • Sigma Xi Expeditions • ACS Expeditions • Planetary Society to Antarctica in March 20, 2015 FIRST CLASS February 2017! Dear Travelers: See Cuba NOW It will include beforechanges! everything the Annular Solar Well, the biggest celebration of the spring season BALI & SULAWESI Eclipse south of came in March with the Iceland Total Solar Eclipse On this unique and inspiring program, we begin our Trelew, Argentina Expedition and the Alaska Aurora Borealis INDONESIA tour in Old Havana and continue to Zapata National Park, February 26, 2017! Expedition. Wow! February 26–March 10, 2016 the Escambray Mountains, and the Spanish colonial cities This will be the Betchart’s Iceland Eclipse 2015 Expedition of Cienfuegos and Trinidad. Havana’s old town is rich only Antarctica with culture, music, museums, architecture, and more. voyagen i memory met with rousing success, including sparkling We will explore Cuba’s diverse landscapes with leadership that includes an skies for the Eclipse flights in three 757s over by a superb Betchart naturalist Dr. Lee Harper and accessible Eclipse! the North Atlantic! Cuban botanist Dr. Carlos Sanchez. Come join us The Eclipse viewing The Cuban natural world is reflected in their national and discover the One of the three 757s for our Iceland was terrific and the symbols: Roystonea regia, the royal palm with its swollen stunning land Total Solar Eclipse flights March 20, 2015 Aurora Borealis in upper trunk; the white mariposa, a species of jasmine and scapes and wildlife (painted with the Aurora Borealis, which star studded skies in Antarctica and the national flower; and the national bird, the tocororo, was utterly incredible during the trip)! was breathtaking! with blue, red, and white colors which match the national delight in the Eclipse! The Alaska trip flag. Cuba is also home to the world’s smallest bird, the Join us for Terrific Adventures bee hummingbird, a profusion of native orchids and palms, From $8,695 quad also had spectacular and those wonderful old cars! $3,995 + air. ($8,995 twin) + air. in 2015 & 2016! Aurora viewing. Do send links to your 5! Save $250 per person photos from these for bookings0, 201 by Delightful Opportunities in 2015 & 2016! Great Trips in 2015 & 2016! or other Betchart trips to [email protected] May 3 and Larry will get them up on our web site! OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2015 Galápagos Islands ...... Nov 13-22, 2015 Costa Rica ...... Dec 5-12, 2015 ALASKA Aurora Borealis . . . . . Mar 3-9, 2016 We hope you will join us on another adventure See the Total Solar Eclipse – March 9, 2016! Madagascar ...... October 3-18 or Feb 5-14, 2016 On board the National Geographic Sea Lion! Our ever popular March Aurora Borealis trip includes this summer or fall! Do keep the 2016 Eclipse trips For the March 9, 2016 Total Solar Eclipse, we have Explore the natural heritage On board the National Costa Rica and Panama form Talkeetna (inspiration for the town in “Northern Exposure”), in mind! We have a lot of bookings already, but a wonderful program to Bali & Sulawesi, Indonesia! It will include the finest orangutan reserve in the world and profusion of unique wild Geographic Endeavour, a land bridge that divides the plusa t ke the train from Talkeetna past Mt. McKinley (Denali) there is room for you, if you sign up soon! Caribbean from the Pacific, and to Fairbanks. Enjoy Aurora viewing, lectures, sled dogs, and the finest marine national park in Indonesia! After life in Madagascar! Visit the explore the enchanted Best wishes, the Total Solar Eclipse, we will bask in the delights of connect two beautiful and wildly the ice festival and much more! $2,795 + air. private Lemur Park in Tana, isles! Galápagos is a life-list Margaret, Bob, Taunya & the Betchart team legendary Bali... We invite you to join us! $5,895 + air. plus Perinet Reserve for the must! Travel aboard the diverse natural areas! See iconic indri, largest of the lemurs. finest expedition ship in wildlifef o the tropics—red macaws, Delight in the ring-tailed Galápagos to explore the howler monkeys, capuchin Discover the Treasures of lemurs at Berenty Reserve, islands. You will be thrilled! monkeys, sloths, butterflies, frogs and explore the extraordinary and more! Transit the canal and see the Smithsonian Optional Peru pre-trip November 6-13. From $6,290 + air. landscape at Isalo National Tropical Research Institute. A free one-night extension Istanbul & Park! With our outstanding in Panama includes a look at the new Panama Canal con naturalist Herilala Jonah! CONGRATULATIONS struction and fantastic new museum! From $6,190 + air. Cappadocia $3,995 + air. to Ted Elliman! India Wildlife Safari ...... Jan 16-30, 2016 September 29–October 10, 2015 Columbia & Snake River Popular New England Wild A magnificent introduction to Voyage ...... Oct 27–Nov 2 Flower Society and Betchart national parks, sanctuaries, Discover sites important to the heritage of Western Civilization on this great adventure to On board Nat’l. Geographic Sea Bird Expeditions leader TED and exquisite cultural anti quities of India, from tigers Istanbul and the fascinating caves at Cappadocia. A wonderful adventure beneath ELLIMAN has just completed the gaze of lofty Mt. Hood! See the to the Taj Mahal, including In Istanbul, see the splendid Topkapi Palace writing a field guide to the three premiere national and immense Blue Mosque and St. Sophia, now delights of fall color with the added wild flowers of New England bonus of wine and beer tastings! parks where we will stay in a museum. Fly to Cappadocia and see the Rock- Explore the Columbia River gorge after two years of very exquisite lodges. Two were Cut Monastery, the fascinating Goreme Valley, and built by our colleague who Any questions? Give us a call! from Portland to Clarkston, passing intensive work! ! the earliest settlement in Anatolia. Then explore ! descends from Indian royalty. Travely b jeep and elephant FREE r ancient Greek sites along the coast, including through 8 spectacular locks, the ke $500 offn Ted will be leading the July 2016 trip to the telephone (800) 252-4910 Ta to look for tigers and other wildlife. Also enjoy cultural in-tour ai Ephesus and Troy! $3,995 + air. Dalles, and the Palouse River. per perso Tibetan Highlands of Sichuan! Email: [email protected] From $4,590 + air. sites and performances. $3,995 pp + air.