Scientist
Don Wilson
Don Wilson is Curator Emeritus of Mammals at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History and was named senior scientist in January 2000. Don was director of the Smithsonian's Biodiversity Programs for ten years. A distinguished mammalogist and an internationally recognized authority on bats, he earned his Ph.D. in Biology from the University of New Mexico. He is the author of over 280 scientific publications and 30 books, including the highly acclaimed 9-volume series Handbook of Mammals of the World . For the last 50 years, his work has taken him around the world conducting field work and research. He has led tours for Smithsonian Journeys to most of the world's greatest natural history destinations, from Antarctica to Zimbabwe. Don loves to share his passion for the natural world, and his easygoing nature, sense of humor, and excellent presentations have earned him much praise and a loyal following from Smithsonian Journeys travelers.
Language spoken: English
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South Africa and Namibia by Sea: Around the Cape of Good Hope – with Smithsonian Journeys
From
Durban
To
Walvis Bay
10 nightsaboardLE BOUGAINVILLE
Next departure
Offers
No single supplement, Ponant Bonus 25%
From
6,230 € /person*
*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.