Search for whales in the sea of cortes or bahia magdalena. Enter the california gray whale birthing lagoons of bahia magdalena for close encounters with these gentle giants, a rare privilege in the natural world. Whale watching safari, baja, mexico whale tours dive. As late summer fades into autumn, pregnant gray whales depart the chukchi and bering seas, hugging the nearshore pacific coast for some 6,000 miles to baja, to bahia magdalena, the end of this long and arduous journey. Baja airventures tours and ecolodge understands that there is a lot of uncertainty around your travel planning right now. We invite you to join us at our ecofriendly and comfortable safaristyle tent camp on punta piedra rocky point, the very best location. Baja whale watching, birding and botany eco tours gray whale watching join us on our 5day whale watching trips to laguna san ignacio in baja california sur, mexico to see the friendly gray whales up close in their winter mating and calving grounds. In mexicos stunning magdalena bay, humans and whales meet up. Baja discovery is a leading ecotourism company providing natural history trips and tours in baja california mexico, including gray whale watching at san ignacio lagoon, sea kayaking, pack trips to visit cave paintings, and custom tours and treks for birding and botany. The trip set out from san diego and travelling down the baja california peninsular and into the sea of cortez. Mexico sea of cortez cruises baja mexico cruises whales. Isla san frisco visiting these islands, once famous for black pearls we begin our snorkelling and kayaking and later take a guided walk to the desert rim to view the. There he met local fisherman and whale watching guide, maldo fischer. A great bonus is all the fish in addition to the sea lions.
A baja california tour with lindblad expeditions offers an unforgettable adventure of discovery to share as a family. Grey whales mothers often seek out human interaction as they approach our boats to. Sea kayaking and whale watching in the sea of cortez. When the gray whales arrive in baja to have their babies, it is a magical time. Imagine the excitement youll feel getting closer than the average human to these incredible creatures.
We do our utmost to provide the best possible whale watching experience. Since 1974 we are baja californias pioneer in minimumimpact adventures and ecocamps for mindful travelers of all ages. Mexico cruises baja california whale mexican cruise. The trip set out from san diego and travelling down the baja california peninsular and. Whale watching san diego style we love whales and have driven deep into mexico twice to the unesco world heritage site of the whale diy baja california road trip. The whale shark is a filter feeder, preferring to eat the tiny plankton that populate the waters around baja. Baja mexico cruise deals allow you the opportunity to visit exciting ports of call such as ensenada, cabo san lucas and mazatlan. Whale watching safari, baja, mexico with dive discovery. Baja whale and wildlife tour boatbased adventure wilderness.
Sea of cortez baja california whale watching baja adventure. Go whalewatching during their annual migration and experience whales in their natural habitat. Stocked with supplies and a bountiful sense of adventure, follow steinbecks path into the protected waters of cousteaus worlds aquarium. Many whalewatching toursoff boston or maui, for exampletake place on large commercial boats where you have to strain to see around guests crowding the rail, and if you do spot a whale, its likely youll glimpse only a tail or a spout of spray on the horizon.
Over two decades of adventure in baja california, mexico. Small ship baja adventure cruise uncruise adventures. Dont be confused the baja california peninsula is actually in mexico, and cruises to mexico are a great way to explore this area. Grey whale watching in baja is one of the worlds most intimate wildlife encounters. Each expedition is crafted to offer you the most indepth experience of baja california possible and maximize your time in the company of california gray whales. If youre here just for the sea kayaking, the best time to visit baja is the end of octearly dec, as well as marapr, as the wind drops and the sea of cortez is clear and calm. Every year, the california gray whales set off on the longest migration made by any mammal.
Plus explore the islands dotting the azure sea of cortez, one of the best places to see marine mammals. Starting from 2018 cabo trek offers this 8 days 7 nights excursion to explore in depth the baja california sur peninsula. Tour baja with us to experience the best of baja in comfort and indulge your spirit for adventure. Mar 15, 2018 the whale shark is a filter feeder, preferring to eat the tiny plankton that populate the waters around baja. Join us at san ignacio lagoon for an unforgettable gray whale watching experience. While the california grays are just visiting for short periods of time along the west coast, the finbacks are fulltime residents in the sea of cortez. Baja mexico cruise deals allow you the opportunity to visit exciting ports of call such as.
Discover the natural wonders of baja mexico and the sea of cortez, and witness the gray whale migration on an expedition cruise with national geographic. Limited to 18 travelers a very important feature of our whalewatching tours is the limited group size, as whale encounters are best experienced with fewer travelers for a more intimate nature experience. Located off of baja californias west coast, it is the wintering grounds of the magnificent gray whale. Baja whale watching tours may get you close enough to touch. Expect gray, blue, fin, humpback, sperm, brydes, and pilot whales. Observe humpback, gray and blue whales and dolphins, up close, like no other place on earth.
Cruise to baja mexico for some southoftheborder flavor with a coastal twist. Discover baja california travel with lindblad expeditions. Imagine the five to six days that you will be able to experience and learn about the outstanding baja peninsula. Sometimes we have two separate groups that are in the same location at the same time. From december to april, whales migrate from alaskas cold bering sea to the warm waters of baja to feed, play, and mate. Make your reservation and enjoy amenities, great food, comfort and wellness on our expedition ship. Gray whales, blue whales, humpback whales, whale sharks and sea lions are our main objective, nevertheless many other species of animals will be seen either hiding in the sand dunes of magdalena bay or jumping around some volcanic rocks in loreto or eventually flying.
Know season and schedule for baja whale watching tours and. A small ship adventure cruise to mexicos sea of cortez, or the galapagos of the north allows you to experience the rich abundance of wildlife and plant life like no other. The large concentration of gray whales that reside here each winter are extremely friendly, and regularly approach our small whale watching. Your hotel is situated in the heart of the city, beside one of baja californias most picturesque squares. Baja mexico cruises mexican cruise packages carnival.
Baja california is one of the longest and wildest peninsulas in the world, stretching from the californian border to the town of cabo san lucas, more than 800 miles to the south. Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay. Baja mexico cruise among the great whales baja mexico. Gray whale watching season begins in early december and moves along the pacific coast of the baja peninsula and ends in early april as the whale return north. Whale watching mexico mexico ecotourism natural habitat. In the weeks in the whales will venture as far south as cabo pulmo and cabo san lucas to winter, before turning around and heading north again to summer in arctic waters. Immerse yourself in endless wildlife experiences on searcher natural history tours signature 12day itinerary to baja california, mexico. Baja california whale watching, mexico ultimate travel co. Our baja whale experience couldnt be more different. San ignacio lagoon, baja california sur whale safari tours tour 1.
It is flanked on one side by the cool waters of the north pacific and on the other by the warm nutrient rich waters of the sea of cortez. We used baja ecotours to swim with sea lions and see the grey whales feeding and courting near magdalena is. Baja mexico cruise among the great whales baja mexico cruises. Baja whale watching and kayak classic islands skiff supported. Witness the gray whale migration, one of natures most phenomenal events, and see these gentle giants upclose in the heart of their breeding grounds. Enjoy our fabulous whale watching base camp at laguna san ignacio, the worlds premier gray whale watching destination, known for its high percentage of friendly whales. While the california grays are just visiting for short periods of time along the west coast, the.
Since 1991, we have arranged whale watching trips utilizing the best dive and land adventure specialists. Whether you book online, or, call one of our cruise experts at 800 9614635, you will get the best prices and service. This is a diverse and brilliant wilderness area full of contrasts. Whale watching is one of the most popular activities in baja. Our staff is highly experienced in baja whale watching. Best mexican riviera and baja shore excursions cruise critic. Gopro footage shot on an 11 day whale watching trip with mark carwardine. Baja is well known as a great place to whale watch.
Each expedition is crafted to offer you the most indepth experience of baja california possible and maximize your time in the company of. All sea trek baja trips start in the quaint little town of loreto, located on the baja peninsula about 600 miles south of. Baja ecotours san ignacio 2020 all you need to know. Please scroll down for available trips and to book your trip. Whales, dolphins and deserts of mexicos baja peninsula. This is our focus and our reason for being in business. This baja coastal sailing excursion offers incomparable privacy, whale watching, coastal sailing, optional snorkeling and comfort. Up to nine species of whales visit baja on a regular basis.
Its time for your wonderful whale watching experience at magdalena bay. Mothers nudge their daysold babies up to the boats, they rub against the hulls, and in some cases even come close enough to be patted on the nose. Based on decades of respectful wildlife ecotourism. The small size of the searcher enables access to parts of baja california and the sea of cortez that the larger cruise ships are unable to reach, including permits to enter and anchor in the grey whale calving grounds of laguna san ignacio. Traveling aboard an agile expedition shipequipped with all sorts of exploratory. Pacificsea of cortez whale watching cruises also available. February is peak month for both grey whales and visitors, and whale watching trips take place in magdalena bay and san ignacio lagoon. Fly into loreto, then take a road trip across the peninsula to san ignacio lagoon, a whale watchers paradise, where pacific gray whales end their migration. Baja whale watching iconic expeditions and excursions.
If you want to cruise in style in cabo, this cabo san lucas private whale watching charter on a 37ft sailboat is the way to go. Ultimate baja whale expedition natural habitat adventures. San ignacio lagoon and sea of cortez oceanic society. But baja mexico is also the ideal place to savor delightful seafood, tee off at championship golf courses, shop for silver jewelry and feast your eyes on some of the most breathtaking scenery. Observe one of the most miraculous natural phenomena on the planet. Getting theres a snap, because its just south of california california, usa, that is and its all just a short trip. Las animas ecolodge on the sea of cortez has year round fin whales and blue whales and more. Visit our baja mexico kayak map page to view or print a larger version of this baja whalewatching tour map. Combination gray whale and blue whale trips each combination trip is unique with specific start and end points that vary with the itinerary date. Feb 21, 2016 gopro footage shot on an 11 day whale watching trip with mark carwardine. The peninsula is home to several different types of whales, including the california gray whale and the finback whale. Private luxury whale watching cabo san lucas cruise excursions.
Active exploration and a menagerie of wildlife await you. Diving, exploring and filming throughout the baja peninsula eventually led johnny friday to san ignacio lagoon in 1989. But the highlight of your journey to loreto is undoubtedly your grey whale watching tour in magdalena bay, followed by a journey through las dunas to see the variety of bird species that inhabit the area. Gordo banks an underwater sea mount five miles off bajas southern tip inhabited by humpback whales, manta rays, tuna, dolphins, and hammerhead sharks. A worldclass whalewatching destination, baja california is home to over a dozen different whales, including curious gray whales of laguna san ignacio and earths largest inhabitants, blue whales. Thank you to baja bound mexico insurance services for your longterm support of the forums site. On this whalewatching tour from cabo san lucas, watch humpbacks, gray whales, and other whale species on their yearly journey. Go whale watching during their annual migration and experience whales in their natural habitat. Baja discovery san ignacio 2020 all you need to know. Perhaps the most extraordinary wildlife encounter on the planet is a visit to san ignacio lagoon to meet up close 40 ton grey whales and their newborn calves.
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