Visit mexico, take a whale watching vacation to mexico, and enjoy a whale watching trip in mexico. Whales, dolphins and deserts of mexicos baja peninsula. Baja is well known as a great place to whale watch. Experience the gray whale up close while settling into the luxury accommodations of our beautiful bayside beach camp nestled in the dunes. Explore the best of both baja, mexico coasts on an oars baja sea kayaking and whale watching adventure. All reservations must be made through andiamo travel and cannot be made through the birch aquarium ticketing office. Learn about bajas natural history, enjoy great meals with priceless views, and share in the. We do our utmost to provide the best possible whale watching experience. Baja whale watching and kayak classic islands skiff supported.
Up to nine species of whales visit baja on a regular basis. May 21, 2014 baja whale watching tours whale camp sea kayak adventures. Naturalist guide shari bondy and her crew invite you to experience the magic with them in the gray whale calving lagoon near guerrero negro, baja california sur, mexico. Our 9day midwinter kayaking adventure in the sea of cortez with whale watching in magdalena bay, offers the experience of a lifetime for kayakers, bird and wildlife lovers, whale watching enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Whale watching trip mexico ecotourism natural habitat. Nbc, readers digest, ocean oasis imax film, new york times, national geographics intelligent traveler blog, eye of the whale. The gray whale lagoons in baja enjoy strict federal protection, and one can only whale watch with a licensed tour operator.
Sometimes we have two separate groups that are in the same location at the same time. This map zooms into the whale watching area for the gray whale watching tours. Gazing into the eye of a whale is a humbling, life changing encounter you will never forget. As you encounter the magnificent gray whale and the wonders of the sea of cortez, youll combine the best of both coasts of baja. Approximately 39% of the worlds marine species, one third of the worlds whale and dolphin species, 12 different species of whale, and approximately 125 species of sea bird are to be found here. 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. Las animas ecolodge on the sea of cortez has year round fin whales and blue whales and more. Baja ecotours san ignacio 2020 all you need to know. Explore both coasts of bajasee both sides of the baja peninsula as we go in search of gray and blue whales, exploring magdalena bay plus the.
To sign up for a trip call us or send an email and we will reply within 24 hours. This is our focus and our reason for being in business. Of the whale watching tours we offer in baja mexico, this one is best for seeing whales at very close range, and plenty of them. Based on decades of respectful wildlife ecotourism. 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. The carol burnett show official recommended for you.
San ignacio lagoon pachicos eco tours baja gray whale. Mexico the best tips for whale watching in mexico whaletrips. The whale shark is a filter feeder, preferring to eat the tiny plankton that populate the waters around baja. These multiday packages can be either flyin or drivein. This is a diverse and brilliant wilderness area full of contrasts. 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. Whale magic tours educational, intimate, naturalist guided. In mexico in the last census, about 300 blue whales have been counted, entering the gulf of california to feed, breed and breed their whales. The first months of the year gray whales and humpback whales come close to shore on their annual migration from the cold alaska waters to the warm lagoons at the center of. In addition, whale watching is becoming more common in the sea of cortez. When the gray whales arrive in baja to have their babies, it is a magical time. Come eye to eye with the friendly adult gray whales and their calves in laguna san ignacio. Paddling south baja kayaking expeditions in sea of cortez.
Sergios whale watching ensenada baja california norte, mexico. 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. Conducting whale watching tours in san ignacio lagoon for over 45 years. On these whale watching baja tours we will use 24 ft. Visit baja, take a whale watching vacation to baja, and enjoy a whale watching trip in baja. Pachicos eco tours baja gray whale watching packages in san. Sergios whale watching live the adventure with ensenadas best whale excursions join us to meet the gray whale, a beautiful example of survival, evolutionary trapped in time, crossing borders during their long annual migrations from the seas of alaska, and today, breaking the barrier of coexistence with man. Ultimate baja whale expedition natural habitat adventures. Private luxury whale watching cabo san lucas cruise. Expect gray, blue, fin, humpback, sperm, brydes, and pilot whales. You can watch the whales and their newly born calves up close from the safety of motorized skiffs. The friendly gray whales of baja routinely rub the underside of the small. The rest of the day is yours to explore loreto, the historic first capital of the californias. You can download general gray whale information on this page kindly.
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. Baja whale watching tours whale camp sea kayak adventures. Baja whale watching allows you to get up close and personal with gorgeous gray whales in magdalena bays calving lagoon. February 19th 21st february 26th 28th march 5th 7th march 12th 14th march 19th 21st march 26th 28th april 2nd 4th april 9th 11th april 16th 18th april 23rd 25th trips are all inclusive. Baja whale watching tours may get you close enough to touch. Go whalewatching during their annual migration and experience whales in their natural habitat. We embark on a halfday cruise amongst the dolphins, sea lions and other wildlife of loreto bay.
Private luxury whale watching cabo san lucas cruise excursions. Oct 19, 2017 the blue whale balaenoptera muscuslus, also known as giant whale, inhabits all the oceans of the planet. The blue whale balaenoptera muscuslus, also known as giant whale, inhabits all the oceans of the planet. A 14day whalewatching and wildlife holiday, including an 11night cruise down the western coast of. Sergios whale watching ensenada baja california norte. Hospital visit from the carol burnett show full sketch duration. Offers whalewatching tours to magdalena bay, fishing, kayaking, diving and much more. Whale watching seattle and whale watching washington are commonly associated with whale watching in the san juan islands. Our 10day kayaking and whale watching combo tour is the ultimate baja experience, combining watching the gray whales as they test the waters of the pacific ocean with their calve, exploring the beautiful desert islands in the sea of cortez by kayak and snorkeling along isolated coves in warm, turquoise waters. 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. 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 some of the pacific bays and lagoons of baja california sur are.
The large concentration of gray whales that reside here each winter are extremely friendly, and regularly approach our small whale watching. For all of our baja tours we use high quality, fiberglass kayaks, made by seward. Tour baja with us to experience the best of baja in comfort and indulge your spirit for adventure. Baja airventures tours and ecolodge understands that there is a lot of uncertainty around your travel planning right now. Whale watching safari, baja, mexico whale tours dive. Our 9 night10 day escorted minibus tour of the baja california peninsula includes whale watching, swimming with whale sharks and sea lions, wine tasting, cave paintings and more. Family whale watching in magdalena bay sea kayak adventures. More than 20 species of whales are encountered around baja most yearround, making this area an important center for whale observation. San ignacio lagoon and sea of cortez oceanic society. Grey whales mothers often seek out human interaction as they approach our boats to.
Traveling more than 10,000 miles, gray whales swim day and night for about four months. Gray whales in cabo san lucas whale watch cabo tours. Spyhopping, where the animal vertically pokes its head out of the water, is a. A great bonus is all the fish in addition to the sea lions. Epic four day valentines wine and whale trip on 54 passenger luxury charter bus. Pachico mayoral was the first person to have an encounter with a friendly gray whale. Our staff is highly experienced in baja whale watching. Regular panga excursions to the blue whale triangle.
Between december and april one of the most spectacular natural shows takes place. In this baja, the gray whales come to you photography. The one day whalewatching trip begins from loreto as shown on the map. The story of bajas frontier tours early encounters with grace, the friendly whale appeared in national geographic world in 1978 and in newsweek in 1979, and resulted in bfts memorable participation in the production of pbss tv special the great whales. Pachicos eco tours is internationally known for being the whale watching pioneers of san ignacio lagoon and baja. Many whalewatching tours off boston or maui, for exampletake place on large commercial boats where. Loreto san ignacio lagoon driving across the spine. The baja california is known as biggest cactigarden of. Immerse yourself in endless wildlife experiences on searcher natural history tours signature 12day itinerary to baja california, mexico. The one day whale watching trip begins from loreto as shown on the map. Whale watching mexico mexico ecotourism natural habitat. Imagine the five to six days that you will be able to experience and learn about the outstanding baja peninsula.
We used baja ecotours to swim with sea lions and see the grey whales feeding and courting near magdalena is. Explore baja california, mexico with birch aquarium and andiamo travel experts on two different membersonly trips. The first months of the year gray whales and humpback whales come close to shore on their annual migration from the cold alaska waters to the warm lagoons at the center of the baja california peninsula, where they will mate and give birth to their young. So if you wish have a unique, educational, intimate whale experience, contact me for available dates and let us share the whale magic with you. Baja custom tours baja tours grey whales and customized trips. Mar 15, 2018 the whale shark is a filter feeder, preferring to eat the tiny plankton that populate the waters around baja. We will stop in at best local seafood shack, don chego y dona cristinas restaurante mira mar where you will find all the fresh seafood you can eat. The west coast of baja is bordered by the pacific ocean, and here is where the gray whales migrate to, from the bering sea and north pacific. Bahia magdalena is the third and southernmost point for friendly gray whale encounters on the baja. 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. Pachicos encounter with a friendly gray whale, and his tours to. Combo trips gray and blue whale watching season tours in. Argentina, australia, austria, baja, bolivia, brazil, bulgaria, cambodia, canada, chile, china, costa rica, czech.
Wildlife tours in the baja peninsula encounter the wild. Day trip to magdalena bay to view the friendly grey whales and calves. The great gray whales of baja natural habitat adventures. We provide the ultimate in glamping on the shores of magdalena bay during prime gray whale season from late january through midmarch. San ignacio lagoon, baja california sur whale safari tours tour 1. This baja coastal sailing excursion offers incomparable privacy, whale watching, coastal sailing, optional snorkeling and comfort. Dolphins and more than 100 species of marine birds spend the winter in the sheltered lagoons, including huge white pelicans, brant geese, and many. Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay. Many whalewatching toursoff boston or maui, for exampletake place on large commercial boats where.
Sea kayaking and whale watching in the sea of cortez. Whale magic tours educational, intimate, naturalist. 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. Every year, the california gray whales set off on the longest migration made by any mammal. We invite you to join us at our ecofriendly and comfortable safaristyle tent camp on punta piedra rocky point, the very best location. The magic begins when an intimate group of whale enthusiasts step into the panga and set out to make friends with the gentle giants. Gray whales migrate to the lagoons and bays of the baja for the. Accommodations on the shore in upscale cabin style tents. Go whale watching during their annual migration and experience whales in their natural habitat. Maria helena, albuquerque, nm fantastic trip is an understatement jess, london, uk. Pachicos eco tours baja gray whale watching packages in. San juan excursions san juan islands whale watching.
Enormous magdalena bay is home to thousands of breeding gray whales. All sea trek baja trips start in the quaint little town of loreto, located on the baja peninsula about 600 miles south of. Our baja whale watching tours take place in the scammons and san ignacio lagoon, the largest and most active gray whale nurseries in baja. You are so close, you can literally pet whales as they bob their head up out of the water to say hello. Baja california is fast becoming the premier location to watch whales in the world. San juan island is the center of whale watching in the pacific northwest and therefore friday harbor on san juan island is the best location for departing on a whale watch tour in washington state. Limited to 18 travelers a very important feature of our whale watching tours is the limited group size, as whale encounters are best experienced with fewer travelers for a more intimate nature experience. The peninsula is home to several different types of whales, including the california gray whale and the finback whale. Since 89, the best of baja whale sharks in the sea of cortez. This trip provides the experience of a lifetime for recreational kayakers, wildlife lovers, whale watchers and outdoor enthusiasts. The tranquil waters of the baja peninsula and sea of cortez are considered to be some of the most biodiverse marine habitats on the planet.
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. Breaching, spyhopping and fluking, the whales will captivate your attention with their behavior. We have combined what we consider to be the two best whale watching trips anywhere into one exciting adventure package. While the california grays are just visiting for short periods of time along the west coast, the. Whale watching is one of the most popular activities in baja.
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