With Columbia University Study Leader Dr. Juerg Matter

Aboard the Santa Cruz B June 22 July 1, 2008 With Columbia University Study Leader Dr. Juerg Matter

Dear Columbian, Make your 2008 summer season truly extraordinary with a family adventure in the Galápagos Islands, a destination unlike any other on earth. Located 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the islands are an equatorial paradise of diverse landscapes, vibrant sea life, and an amazing array of wildlife species, many of which are found only in the Galápagos. This adventure provides an exceptional opportunity for parents, children, and grandparents alike to enjoy unforgettable experiences, with activities tailored to each. Swim alongside tiny Galápagos penguins and playful sea lions, snorkel amidst colorful tropical fish, take a boat ride through mangrove-ringed inlets, and encounter giant tortoises in their native habitat. Hike across surreal landscapes where giant marine iguanas evoke prehistoric reptiles, and spend evenings on deck stargazing to observe southern and northern constellations simultaneously. Children are especially enriched by this living, breathing classroom, where science is fun and accessible. In addition to youth leaders, a team of local naturalists and experts will join us and lead educational programs on a variety of topics. Study leaders include Dr. Juerg Matter, an Associate Research Scientist at Columbia s Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory; Dr. Jack Dumbacher, an Assistant Curator and Chair of the Department of Ornithology & Mammalogy at the California Academy of Sciences; and Dr. Ro Kinzler, the Senior Director of the National Center for Science Literacy, Education, and Technology at the American Museum of Natural History. We hope you will join us, along with like-minded travelers from our cosponsors, the American Museum of Natural History and the California Academy of Sciences, on what is sure to be a fascinating and memorable experience you will all treasure for a lifetime. Sincerely, SUPERIOR Our programs are classified in three categories: Value, Superior, and Luxury K Eric J. Furda 94TC Vice President for Alumni Relations To make your reservation, please call 1-866-3-ALUMNI (1-866-325-8664), or e-mail travelstudy@columbia.edu. Cover: Land iguana; Young traveler with a Galápagos sea lion, marya mcginn Mail panel: Giant tortoise, wikus otto / dreamstime.com Right: Bartolomé Island, laura tidwell; Passport with Galápagos stamp, pancaketom / dreamstime.com Sally Lightfoot crab, michael labarbera

Young Travelers Most children are fascinated by animals. And in the Galápagos Islands, most animals are fascinated by children! A special feature of this trip is a unique educational program specifically designed to make sure young travelers get the most out of the unforgettable encounters they are sure to have with all kinds of animals. Led by youth leaders and naturalists, separate age-appropriate activities are designed to give kids of all ages a basic understanding of science and nature, and an appreciation for this natural paradise. Local Naturalists In addition to onboard study leaders who are experts in evolution, geology, and natural history, a highlight of this customized adventure is the involvement of a team of local naturalists. These guides offer an in-depth understanding of the islands and their inhabitants, as well as a personal commitment to preserving this unique environment. Sea urchin, kirt kempter Young snorkeler

U.S. / Guayaquil Sunday, June 22 Depart the U.S. on the recommended flight itinerary, or independently. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. HOTEL HILTON COLON Guayaquil / Baltra and Santa Cruz, Galápagos Islands Monday, June 23 This morning fly to Baltra Island in the Galápagos, where thirteen large islands and dozens of smaller ones combine to form an ecological niche with towering volcanoes, crater lakes, and stunning lava formations. Upon arrival, board the Santa Cruz, your home for the next seven nights. Watch for boobies, pelicans, marine iguanas, sea turtles, and rays. After a dry landing, follow a trail to Dragon Hill, a nesting site of land iguanas and a rewarding location for sightings of Darwin s finches, Galápagos mockingbirds, endemic flycatchers, and yellow warblers. Join the captain to celebrate your arrival in the Galápagos at an evening reception before dinner. Afterward, get your first taste of amazing stargazing. SANTA CRUZ (B,L,D) Bartolomé and Santiago Islands Tuesday, June 24 Start the day with a hike to Bartolomé Island s 600-foot summit for spectacular views of the island s fascinating topography. Take a boat ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock, followed by time to enjoy the beach and snorkel with Galápagos penguins. See marine iguanas graze on emeraldgreen algae beds, and watch seabirds forage along the pitch-black shoreline of Puerto Egas on Santiago Island. Either snorkel, swim, or take a guided walk to view fur seals, marine iguanas, or sea lions. Aboard ship this evening, gaze at the equatorial night sky or join in lively talks on geology, evolution, and oceanography. SANTA CRUZ (B,L,D) Rabida and Santa Cruz Islands Wednesday, June 25 Disembark at Rabida Island s unusual rust-colored beach to observe marine iguanas and sea lions. Walk to a nearby salt pond where flamingos come to feed on the brine shrimp, and pelicans make their nests. Snorkel or swim off the beach and see a vast array of underwater species. In the afternoon, sail to Santa Cruz Island to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and learn about a program for rearing giant tortoises in captivity. See a forest of giant prickly pear cactus, and visit the town of Puerto Ayora for a taste of local culture. SANTA CRUZ (B,L,D) Santa Cruz and North Seymour Islands Thursday, June 26 This morning, ride up to the lush Santa Cruz highlands to enjoy a special breakfast and to see the giant daisy trees of the Scalesia Forest. Observe vermilion flycatchers, Darwin s finches, and giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Return to the ship and sail to North Seymour Island. One of the few islands in the Galápagos uplifted from the ocean bed, North Seymour s sandy shores are home to sea lions and marine iguanas. Visit colonies of blue-footed boobies, magnificent frigate birds, and swallow-tailed gulls during an afternoon walk, taking in views of both the coast and the interior of the island. SANTA CRUZ (B,L,D) San Cristobal Island Friday, June 27 Disembark at Puerto Baquerizo Moreño on San Cristobal Island for a visit to a tortoise breeding center, and spot the island s mockingbirds, lava lizards, and vermilion flycatchers. If time allows, stop at El Junco Lagoon, the only permanent freshwater Newly hatched tortoise, santiago bejarano think galapagos ltd

lagoon on the islands. En route to Cerro Brujo, where Charles Darwin first set foot on the Galápagos in 1835, visit a small islet with a thriving sea lion colony and numerous common stilts, Darwin s finches, and mockingbirds. From the beach view Kicker Rock, a spectacular volcanic formation off the coast of San Cristobal. SANTA CRUZ (B,L,D) Española and Floreana Islands Saturday, June 28 After breakfast, disembark on Española (Hood) Island for an exciting walk on lava terrain to see the amazing waved albatross (with a wingspan of up to eight feet, it s the largest bird in the Galápagos). During an afternoon excursion, visit other unique seabird colonies, take a dinghy ride along the island s coastline, or play on a white sand beach. SANTA CRUZ (B,L,D) Juerg Matter is a Research Scientist at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University. He received his Ph.D. in Earth Sciences at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, Switzerland, and is leading research projects in the U.S., Iceland, Europe, and Oman. Juerg will discuss his current research, which focuses on climate change, as well as the unique and fascinating geology of the islands. Ro Kinzler is the Senior Director of the National Center for Science Literacy, Education, and Technology at the American Museum of Natural History. She will share her knowledge of earth sciences, and discuss the processes that formed the volcanoes of the Galápagos. Jack Dumbacher is the Assistant Curator and Chair of the Department of Ornithology & Mammalogy at the California Academy of Sciences. His interests include ecology and evolution, and his discussions will focus on understanding diversity within animal species. Hieroglyphic hawkfish, francisco dousdebes / metropolitan touring Fernandina and Isabela Islands Sunday, June 29 On Fernandina, the youngest island in the Galápagos, enjoy a dinghy ride to observe Galápagos penguins and flightless cormorants, then disembark at Punta Espinoza for a onemile walk. With no introduced mammals, Fernandina has a unique environment with the islands highest density of marine iguanas, which coexist with sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and hawks. In the afternoon, snorkel along the cliffs of the partly submerged Ecuador Volcano, on the northern tip of Isabela Island. Explore the coast by dinghy as naturalists discuss the dramatic geology of the area. Tonight, celebrate the voyage at a farewell dinner. SANTA CRUZ (B,L,D) Galápagos Islands / Guayaquil Monday, June 30 Return to Baltra for a flight to Guayaquil. HOTEL HILTON COLON (B) Guayaquil / U.S. Tuesday, July 1 Fly to the U.S. on the recommended flight itinerary, or independently. (B) A sea lion up close, don kendall Marine iguanas Note: This itinerary describes highlights of this adventure; the exact itinerary will be determined by Galápagos National Park authorities.

Taking a shore excursion, jasmine falary Program Rates (per person, double occupancy) Rates for children 7 to 17: $500 less than the adult cabin rate in every category. Santa Cruz Ideal for cruising the Galápagos, the Santa Cruz carries 90 passengers in comfortable, air-conditioned cabins that can accommodate families of all sizes. The ship features sun decks, a lounge, a dining room that accommodates all passengers in a single seating, a library, observation deck, and tenders for landing small groups on the islands. The ship is also equipped with a glass-bottom boat, snorkeling equipment for passengers, and shorty wetsuits for all ages. Program Rates Include B Seven nights aboard the Santa Cruz B Two nights at the Hotel Hilton Colon in Guayaquil, Ecuador B Meals as indicated in the itinerary B Round-trip airfare between Guayaquil and the Galápagos Islands B Comprehensive educational program of lectures and shore excursions B Youth activity program led by youth leaders B Onboard receptions and farewell dinner B All excursions, entrance fees, and National Park tax of $100 per person B Gratuities for porters, drivers, ship s crew, and naturalist guides B Transfers and baggage handling for those on group flights B On-tour bagge handling B Complete packet of pre-departure information, including educational materials and reading list B Professional tour management throughout Program Rates Do Not Include B U.S. domestic and international airfare B Passport and visa fees B Immunization costs B Airport security fees imposed by the government or airline B Meals and beverages other than those specified as included B Excess baggage charges B Baggage and cancellation insurance B Transfers and baggage handling for those not participating in group flights B Laundry, room service, telephone and fax calls, and other items of a personal nature. What to Expect While the Galápagos Islands straddle the equator, ocean breezes temper the daytime heat and cool off the nights. The ocean temperature is usually quite cold, with temperatures in the high 60s to low 70s. This program is specially designed for families, and includes hands-on educational activities for all ages. As a reminder, parents/guardians are responsible for the care of their children at all times. Double Single Main Deck Outside Quad $5,190 Outside Triple $5,490 Outside Twin $5,890 $8,835 Upper Deck Inside Triple $5,390 Inside Twin $5,690 $8,535 Outside Twin $6,190 $9,285 Boat Deck Outside Triple $6,190 BOAT DECK B20 B19 B18 B16 B14 B12 B10 B17 B15 B11 B9 UPPER DECK U12 U10 U8 U6 U4 U11 U9 U7 U5 U3 MAIN DECK U16 U14 M14 M12 M10 M8 M6 Outside Twin $6,690 $10,035 Outside Plus Twin $6,740 Superior Twin $6,790 $10,185 Junior Suite $7,190 Master Suite (double bed) $7,890 B7 U2 U1 M4 M2 M15 M11 M9 M7 M5 M3 M1 RECEPTION LOUNGE B8 B6 B4 B2 B5 B3 B1 Airfare U.S. domestic and international airfare is not included in the program rates. Group flights will be offered from Miami to Guayaquil; as of July 2007, the cost of round-trip, economy-class airfare is $780 per person. This fare is subject to change. Our tour operator is happy to assist you in making your air travel arrangements. BAR LIBR. RESTAURANT

Aboard the Santa Cruz B June 22 July 1, 2008 Reservation Form Please send your completed reservation form and deposit to Columbia Alumni Travel Study Program, 245 Mill St., 2nd Floor, Greenwich, CT 06830, or fax the form to 1-203-724-0844. For further information contact the Columbia Alumni Travel Study Program at 1-866-325-8664, or email us at travelstudy@columbia.edu. Enclosed is my check for $ payable to High Country Passage) for Galápagos, A Family Adventure. or Please charge my deposit of $ VISA MasterCard ($1,000 per person, made place(s) on ($1,000 per person) to my Adult Name #1 (as it appears on passport) Adult Name #2 (as it appears on passport) School/Degree/Year School/Degree/Year Card number Security # Exp. Date Authorized Cardholder Signature Date (MM/DD/YY) Cabin Category Preference (refer to deckplan) Child Name #1 (as it appears on passport) Date of Birth (MM/DD/YY) Child Name #2 (as it appears on passport) Date of Birth (MM/DD/YY) Address (If you are using a P.O. 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MasterCard and VISA are also accepted for deposit and final payment. Final payment is due February 23, 2008, 120 days prior to departure. Cancellations and Refunds Deposits are fully refundable if a written notice of cancellation is received by Columbia Alumni Travel Study Program within 30 days of receipt of deposit; after that, they are 100% nonrefundable. Cancellations after final payment deadline: 100% penalty. Cost, Itinerary, or Program Modifications The itinerary, as contained in this brochure, is subject to modifications and change by the Columbia Alumni Travel Study Program and High Country Passage, the tour operator. Every effort will be made to carry out the program as planned, but alterations may still occur after the final itinerary is sent. Due to fluctuations in oil prices, a fuel surcharge may be added to your tour fee. Details and costs will be advised prior to your departure. Insurance The Columbia Alumni Travel Study Program strongly recommends that all tour participants purchase Trip Cancellation, Emergency Medical Evacuation, Baggage, Accident and Medical insurance for their tour. Further information will be sent upon registration. Health All participants should be in good health and capable of walking over sometimes steep, rough terrain. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she does not have any physical or other condition of disability that would create a hazard for him/herself or other passengers. Responsibility Columbia University, its agent, TSS LLC, and the tour operator, High Country Passage (HCP), act only as agents for the passenger with respect to transportation andtype ship arrangements and exercise every care possible. However, we can assume no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity in connection with the service of any boat, automobile, motorcoach, or any other conveyance used in carrying out this program, or for the acts or defaults of any company or person engaged in conveying the passenger or carrying out the arrangements of the program. We cannot accept any responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, force majeure, or other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger, as tour rates provide for arrangements only for the time stated. We reserve the right to make such alterations in the published itinerary as may be deemed necessary, and to cancel or substitute lecturers. We reserve the right to cancel this program prior to departure, in which case the entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on our part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the program. No refund will be made for the unused portion of any tour unless arrangements are made in sufficient time to avoid penalties. Baggage is carried at the owner s risk entirely. It is understood that the air ticket when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the passenger and the airline. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time passengers are not on board their plane or conveyance. Neither Columbia University, TSS, nor HCP accepts liability for any carrier s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable air ticket connected with this program. We cannot guarantee the size of the Columbia Alumni Travel Study group. 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Columbia Alumni Travel Study Program 245 Mill St., 2nd Floor Greenwich, CT 06830 www.columbia.edu/attend PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Permit no.89 San Ramon, CA Aboard the Santa Cruz B June 22 July 1, 2008 Animals I ve seen: Sea lion Giant tortoise Blue-footed booby Sally Lightfoot crab Frigate bird Land iguana Galápagos penguin Starfish Darwin s finches