What was Ned's plan of escape once the Nautilus had entered the Mediterranean?

Once the Nautilus entered the Mediterranean, Ned Land planned to escape by taking advantage of a moment when Captain Nemo was distracted or absent. He proposed to use a small boat to row to the surface and make his way to land. Ned intended to coordinate his escape with Professor Aronnax and Conseil, hoping they would join him in fleeing the submarine. Ultimately, his escape plan relied on careful timing and the element of surprise.