Bay Area Everything Outdoors Club

Mon, Dec 8 · 7:00 PM PST

Fantastic Philippines

Coron, Governor's Drive, Sitio Jolo, Poblacion 5, Coron, 5316 Palawan, Philippines, PH

December 8 - December 18, 2025

Travel experts at PhotoFly Travel Club (www.photoflytravel.com) are happy to present a trip to the Pacific's up and coming destination - the Philippines! Sometimes overlooked by brand-name destinations, this archipelago has all the magic and beauty with far fewer tourists.

More info and register here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/philippines-small-group-tours/

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com to get the daily itinerary and more details!

Island of Luzon - Manila (1 night)
Welcome to the capital city of Philippines! Relax after a long journey or arrive a day early to join others for an optional activity
- Discover Old Manila (optional): Discover colonial charm at Plaza Roma, the Manila Cathedral, and the UNESCO-listed San Agustin Church, before stepping into 19th-century Filipino life at Casa Manila. End our day amidst the serene beauty of Baluarte de San Diego Gardens.

Coron - 3 nights
After the included domestic flight, Coron dazzles with its otherworldly limestone karsts, emerald lagoons, and some of the best wreck diving on the planet. Explore Kayangan Lake, a stunningly clear, jungle-fringed oasis. Snorkelers and divers can weave through vibrant coral gardens and eerie WWII shipwrecks while island-hopping unveils powdery white beaches and hidden coves.

• Coron Islands Snorkel - take a boat to multiple beaches around the tiny islands for snorkeling and swimming
• Free time to relax and enjoy amenities at a luxury resort
• Highlights of Coron Town (optional) - visit a rare saltwater hot spring, stroll the seaside promenade, visit local markets, visit historical buildings, and more!
• Snorkel with dugongs (optional) - similar to a manatee, Set off on a snorkeling adventure where you have a rare chance to swim alongside dugongs in their natural habitat

El Nido - 3 nights
El Nido stuns with its towering limestone cliffs, hidden lagoons, and powdery white beaches straight out of a dream. Kayak through lagoons, where emerald waters weave between dramatic rock formations and snorkel in the vibrant coral gardens surrounding this paradise.

• Ultimate Island Hopping - glide through the electric-blue waters of Bacuit Bay aboard a traditional bangka boat, stopping first at the awe-inspiring Big Lagoon, where limestone cliffs tower over tranquil waters ideal for kayaking. Nearby, the Secret Lagoon rewards intrepid explorers with its secluded beauty, accessed through a narrow crevice in the rocks. Dive into snorkeling hotspots like Shimizu Island, teeming with hundreds of fish species and unwind on the powdery sands of 7 Commando Beach
• Relax at the resort - amenities include pools, spa treatments, sunset cocktails, and ultimate comfort

Bohol - 3 nights
Bohol dazzles with its surreal landscapes. View the Chocolate Hills—hundreds of limestone mounds turning cocoa brown in the dry season. Cruise down the jade-green Loboc River, where floating restaurants serve local flavors to a soundtrack of live music. Encounter the wide-eyed tarsiers, one of the world’s tiniest primates. Coastal gems lure with powder-white sands and world-class snorkeling. End the day with a sunset stroll along Alona Beach’s palm-fringed shores and call it a wrap!

• Amazing Countryside - Bohol’s countryside packs centuries of history, natural beauty, and cultural charm into a single-day adventure. Stand at the Blood Compact Shrine, marking the first treaty between Spain and the Philippines, before stepping inside the centuries-old Baclayon Church and museum. Wander through the serene Loboc-Bilar man-made forest, a lush green tunnel of mahogany trees, then marvel at the iconic Chocolate Hills—Bohol’s most famous sight. Get up close with the elusive tarsier, one of the world’s tiniest primates before capping off our journey with a serene Loboc River cruise
• Dolphin Watching (optional) - Set sail on a once-in-a-lifetime island-hopping adventure, starting with an early morning dolphin-watching experience as these playful creatures glide through Bohol’s crystal-clear waters. Dive into Balicasag Island’s vibrant underwater world, where sea turtles drift gracefully over stunning coral gardens before stepping onto the breathtaking sandbar of Virgin Island, a dreamy stretch of white sand surrounded by endless turquoise seas.

Additional information:

• 10 N/11 D throughout Philippines
• Boutique hotels and luxury resorts
• Breakfast daily
• 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners
• All transfers & taxes included
• Inter-island airfare included ($500+ value!)
• International airfare is not included
• Email us to see daily itinerary at joinus@photoflytravel.com

Join Us!

For solo travelers, you can be paired up with someone of the same gender unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $3,295
Single Supplement: $895

More info: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/philippines-small-group-tours/

Mon, Dec 8 · 7:00 PM PST

Costa Rica All-Inclusive Safari

Doka Estate Costa Rica Coffee Tour & Plantation, 3QXQ+4HH Alajuela, Alajuela Province , CR

December 8th - December 16th, 2025

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (www.photoflytravel.com) have invited us on another epic adventure.

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/costa-rica-all-inclusive-group-tours/

Expect a masterfully planned tropical adventure which is always a blast. New, exciting twists and turns each year throughout the wonders of Costa Rica!

Check out the highlights below and email us for the full daily itinerary at joinus@photoflytravel.com

8 nights / 9 day Adventure Tour

• Breakfast every day
• 7 lunches, 7 dinners (all meals included)
• Private guide & driver - local professionals with years of experience and qualifications
• Unique hotels and lodges

Included Activities
- Coffee! Doka Estate Coffee plantation is not only beautiful with amazing coffee, we’ll also learn about the production, the harvesting, the processing and the roasting of the grain. A fascinating visit whether you like the world’s most consumed beverage or not.

- Pierella Butterfly & Ecological Gardens - Located in the Sarapiquí lowlands, this family-run garden was established 20 years ago as a project to breed butterflies for export. Over time, it has been transformed into an area of 5 hectares changing from a simple butterfly nursery to a true ecological garden that now hosts a great diversity of environments and wildlife to explore. Join our naturalist guide and experience Pierella’s great birding trails with amazing photo opportunities and wildlife everywhere we look!

- Vida Campesina Farm - An organic farm lets us see real life in the Costa Rican countryside with a farming family.

- Arenal Volcano National Park Guided Lava flow hike - Lava rocks and occasional eruptions, this volcano is surrounded by lush rainforest and second growth that cover the old lava flows and river sides.

- Llanos de Cortez Falls - Considered one of the best waterfalls in the country! Great swimming by the falls no to mention amazing photographs.

- Optional Early Morning Bird Watching - There are dozens of endemic species and for bird lovers, it may be possible to arrange guided walks to find these treasures in the rainforest.

- Wetlands Boat Tour Floating safari - Variety of resident and migratory birds plus three different species of monkeys, iguanas, sloths, turtles and caimans.

- Rincon de la Vieja National Park - Famous for its abundant volcanic activity, we’ll explore Las Pailas Trail within the National Park, not only for the volcano, but plenty of wildlife to photograph within an impressive tropical forest.

- Hacienda Guachipelín - Positioned at the foot of the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, adventure beckons at this boutique resort. Thrilling experiences include swinging like Tarzan on the many cables and ropes of the Canyon Canopy Tour, or cruise down the rapids of Rio Negro on a Tubing Adventure (optional). Relax your weary muscles in natural volcanic thermal springs or spectacular waterfall pools.

- Relax at one of best beaches in Costa Rica, Hermosa Beach - We’ll finish the adventure at this pristine, world renowned beach! The taupe sand beach is bathed by clear waters and some great waves (if the conditions are right). Many water sports can be enjoyed including fishing, swimming, windsurfing, and others.

• All taxes, fees, transfers included (excludes airport departure tax)
• International airfare not included

Email us to see daily itinerary at joinus@photoflytravel.com

Join Us!

For our solo travelers, we will pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $3,095
Single Supplement: $895

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/costa-rica-all-inclusive-group-tours/

Wed, Jan 14, 2026 · 7:00 PM PST

Colorful Cuba

Havana, 508 Obrapía, La Habana, Cuba, CU

Colorful Cuba
January 14th - January 22nd, 2026

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (https://www.photoflytravel.com/) are going back to Cuba. This small group tour is the ideal way to get up close and personal with this colorful country's people, food, culture, and incredible scenery. From the rural Viñales Valley with its gorgeous landscapes and friendly locals, to the romantic sea wall in Cienfuegos, to Trinidad with its colorful buildings and cobblestone streets, we're just scratching the surface of these unforgettable experiences that await us. Learn about Cuba’s proud and patriotic culture, its tumultuous history, its thriving arts scene, and its burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit.

It is an excellent program full of surprises, fun, and off the beaten path sights - and it is 100% legal! Take this once in a lifetime trip to this undisturbed Caribbean gem!

• 8N/9D throughout the best of Cuba with amazing off the path experiences!
• One-of-a-kind "casa particulares" (small converted homes & guesthouses!)
• Privately guided adventures and local experts throughout
• Breakfast every day
• 4 Dinners, 6 Lunches INCLUDED
• Legal, licensed & permitted program with all USA compliance requirements met under the SCP Program

Join Here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/cuba-small-group-tours/
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Havana

• Old Havana: Privately guided walking tour including many of the historical sites
• Fusterlandia & Jaimanitas Fishing Village: Colorful fishing village made famous by local artist, Jose Fuster, outside Havana

Soroa

• UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
• Callejon de Hamel: Street art project where resident Salvador Gonzáles Escalona has decorated and painted in vibrant colors a pedestrian alleyway with scrap objects
• Las Terrazas: Mountain community was built as a reforestation project in the 1960s and is now part of the same UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
• Orchid Garden: Specialized botanical garden, with a collection of 20,000 specimens and more than 350 species of orchids

Viñales

• Sustainable Farm Discovery: Cuban farmer and his family who'll show us around their organic farm and explain the methods they use to grow their produce without pesticides or artificial fertilizers
• Valley Walking Tour & Tobacco Plantation: A beautiful walk through the valley to a local tobacco farm to learn about the making of Cuba’s famous cigars
• Cuban Cooking Class: Learn to cook Cuban-style with a cooking demonstration of 'platos tipicos'.

Cienfuegos

• Bay of Pigs: Scenic drive along the site where the Bay of Pigs occurred in 1961.
• Sinkhole or Ocean Snorkel: Stop for a swim and snorkel in the ocean or by a sinkhole which resembles a huge natural tropical fish tank.
• Guided Orientation Walk & Palacio de Valle : A short walk to see and learn the local landmarks followed by a visit to the Palacio de Valle, an "Arabian Nights" like aspiring restaurant with a fantastic terrace bar.

Trinidad

• Guided Trinidad Walk: Cultural tour of numerous churches, museums, and many colonial buildings
• Learn to Bartend: Bartending demonstration and discussion of the history behind Cuba’s most popular cocktails.
• Salsa Lesson: Visit a local dance school for a demonstration and lesson in the dances of Cuba
• Salto de Javira Waterfall: An easy hike to this beautiful waterfall, perfect for photos and a dip to cool off.
• Dinner on the Beach: Weather permitting, we'll celebrate this amazing journey together with a feast on the beach!

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Price: $2,549
Single Supplement: $795

Check out our club's official trip page: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/cuba-small-group-tours/

Fri, Mar 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM PDT

Astounding Antarctica

Los Ñires Ushuaia, Los Ñires 3040, V9410 Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, Ushuaia, AR

Antarctica
March 20 - March 31, 2026

This lost world is truly like traveling to another planet! The unbelievable landscapes, animals, colors, and light make Antarctica a premiere destination for photographers, adventure travelers, nature lovers, history buffs, & just about every other type of traveler out there! Our travel club has partnered with the best specialized operator in the industry taking groups to the Arctic and Antarctic for over 25 years!
P.S. It's obviously quite expensive getting to the most remote place on earth, but we encourage you to research other options out there so you can see how incredible our value is!

Hosted by Photofly Travel Club ( https://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) that create and lead small group adventures.

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/antarctica-group-tours/

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Getting There...(~3 nights)

• Night 1: We sail the mountain-fringed Beagle Channel for the remainder of the evening.
• Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage. Along the way we'll enjoy fascinating lectures by experts in marine biology, mountaineering, Antarctic research, & more.
• Wildlife Along the Way: Wandering albatrosses, grey-headed albatrosses, black-browed albatrosses, light-mantled sooty albatrosses, cape pigeons, southern fulmars, Wilson’s storm petrels, blue petrels, and Antarctic petrels are a few of the birds we might see.

Exploring Antarctica...(~5-6 nights)
"Antarctica’s surreal remoteness, extreme cold, enormous ice shelves and mountain ranges, and myriad exotic life forms invariably challenge you to embrace life fully...Antarctica is home to some of the world’s most extraordinary species. Some, such as the enormous whales, migrate from afar, while others, including the Weddell seal and emperor penguin, remain close to the continent. Antarctica possesses an unnamed quality. Call it inspiration, call it grandeur…it is simply the indescribable feeling of being a small speck in a vast, harshly beautiful land. To let our minds soar in a place nearly free of humankind’s imprint: this is magic." -Lonely Planet

Neumayer Channel: Great for multiple basecamp activities from the protected waters around Wiencke Island. We can enjoy the splendors of this alpine environment at sea with Zodiac and kayaking trips, possible snowshoe hikes, and soft-climb mountaineering options farther inland.

Pléneau & Petermann Islands: Sail through the stunning and world famous Lemaire Channel in search of Adélie penguins and blue-eyed shags. Also a good chance we'll encounter humpback, minke whales, & leopard seals here! Kayaking, glacier walks, and more ambitious mountaineering trips are the potential activities of this location.

Neko Harbor: An epic landscape of mammoth glaciers and endless wind-carved snow, Neko Harbor offers opportunities for a Zodiac cruise and landing that afford the closest views of the surrounding alpine peaks.

Paradise Bay: We have the chance to make camp here like a true polar explorer enjoying a supreme overnight Antarctic adventure!

Activities & Adventures
*Shore excursions and Zodiac cruises to enjoy wildlife and nature experiences
*Overnight camping opportunity with gear provided
*Hiking
*Kayaking (optional)
*Photography workshops
*Mountaineering (optional)
*Onboard interactive workshops

International airfare not included. Don't forget to email us for the daily itinerary for our Antarctica small group tour (joinus@photoflytravel.com).

*For our solo travelers, we will pair you up with same sex UNLESS single occupancy is requested to have your own room. Prices begin at $7,998 and please message directly for pricing and availability.

Available rooms:
Quad Cabin (4 twin beds/both bunk beds; 2 portholes)
Twin Cabin Porthole (2 twin beds; 2 portholes)
Twin Cabin Window (2 twin beds; 2 windows)
Twin Cabin Deluxe (2 twin beds; small sofa; 3 windows)
Superior Double (1 double bed; 1 sofa bed; 2 windows)

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/antarctica-group-tours/