David wimpfheimer is a naturalist and biologist with a passion for the birds and natural history of the western united states. Experience the unforgettable discovering the sea of cortez. Contact us you probably have a lot of questions and we are more than happy to answer them please use our online form to contact us and we will get back to you shortly. Fun bajas crew are experts in whale shark spotting. The sea of cortez, a world heritage site, is rich in natural history, unspoiled in beauty, and unrivalled in marine life. Whale watching tours from loreto is a world class experience. Sea of cortez wildlife voyage mexico wildlife holiday latin. If closeup encounters with the worlds great whales is your thing, then look no further, this holiday is for you. Gray whale watching tours in baja california on the sea of. We recently returned from a small ship 11 day cruise on the sea of cortez. The sea of cortez in spring is among the best times and places to see a great variety of whaleshumpback, sperm, fin, brydes, and blue whalesplus large aggregations of. Join a professional scientist and team specializing in whale sharks on a 4night research expedition and sightseeing cruise to discover more about these magical creatures. We had almost 80 people on our cruise, and i believe 79 people had a fabulous time.
Of the whale watching tours we offer in baja mexico, this one is. The sea of cortez is exceptionally nutrientrich, especially around islands. Every spring the loreto national marine park is host to blue whales, the largest creatures on earth. Cabo san lucas whale watching season begins baja mexico.
Five days spent exploring the sea of cortez and enjoying its abundant marine wildlife, and assisting with whale shark research. The sea of cortez is fantastic and we saw lots of wildlife. Please note the tour price reflected on the brochure is subject to change. Appreciate the raw beauty, active adventure, and authentic culture that the sea of cortes has to offer on our 7night inclusive mexico small ship cruises. A remarkable journey offers the most comprehensive baja california and the sea of cortez experience available. Red travel is an excellent operator offering whale shark trips and city tours. The sea of cortez has an incredible level of biodiversity with over 30 species.
Not only is this the best time to view a variety of sea life in the sea of cortez, it is the best time to view gray whales and their babies. Today you will head out of loreto by small motorboat to spend approximately 4 hours looking for whales in the sea of cortez. We also visit the beautiful sea of cortez for whale watching on this weeklong. Swim in the area known to have baby sea lions in bajas sea of cortez on this onceinalifetime adventure. Our 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.
How to go whale watching in baja california sur, mexico. Las animas ecolodge on the sea of cortez has year round fin whales and blue whales and more. All our baja fishing, whale watching tours, baja surfing and baja whale watching trips in the sea of cortez begins and ends conveniently in san diego. Here, we may see fascinating courtship behavior such as the occasional breach, spyhop or tail slap. Many sea of cortez excursions leave from cabos san lucas, todos santos, san jose del cabo, and other nearby towns. We are very excited today to announce the official start to the cabo san lucas whale watching season with whale watch cabo. The blue whales of the loreto marine reserve, baja. Join a gray whale watching tour in bajas magdalena bay and pet friendly gray whales. Due to seasonality, and taxes prices of the tour are subject to change without due notice. The sea of cortez also known as the gulf of california is my new favorite sea. Whale watching in bajas sea of cortez sea kayak adventures. Seacortez is a growing project dedicated to sharing the wonders of the sea of cortez and the surrounding desert regions with the rest of the world. We offer various amazing whale watching trips and tours to this area.
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. Generally, the gulf of california is also known as sea of cortez or vermilion sea. Whale sharks are the largest known species of fish, growing to 12. Spend 4days at our exclusive gray whale basecamp, followed by 2 day trips on the sea of cortez in the waters of the great blue and fin whales. Explore the sea of cortez in springtime, among the best times and places in the world to see a great variety of whales, plus dolphins in abundance. Follow the seasonal movements of migrating birds and feeding whales for excellent wildlife sightings. Experience magical, close encounters with the friendly gray whale mothers and calves of san ignacio lagoon, a unesco world heritage site. Baja whale and wildlife tour boatbased adventure wilderness. Spot whales and dolphin pods, kayak waterlevel caves teeming with sea life, and visit santa rosalia on an 8day wildlife cruise through the sea of cortez. Don a mask and snorkel for a swim around the rocks and inlets of the islands and you will see why. Paddling south baja kayaking expeditions in sea of cortez. The raw untouched beauty of the sea and surrounding islands offers the explorer a true adventure. Sea of cortez baja california 2020 all you need to.
As we round the southern cape, humpbacks start to appear, sometimes in large numbers. Snorkel with whale sharks in the sea of cortez then release sea turtle hatchlings on the pacific coast. Touch friendly gray whales on a whale watch trip in mexicos magdalena bay. Available only with optimal conditions including the presence of turtles usually late october to late december and whale sharks, relatively calm seas and the abundance of. The 10 best sea of cortez gulf of california tours. The east coast of baja is bordered by the sea of cortez, supporting the largest and most varied population of whales in the world, as well as one of the last sanctuaries for the endangered finback and blue whales, the largest of the cetaceans twice the size of gray whale. San ignacio lagoon and sea of cortez oceanic society. 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. Baja adventure travel, baja whale shark, baja whale. South has over 30 years of experience leading sea kayaking expeditions in the sea of cortez, baja, mexico.
Most of the times, the baja cruse tours sail to this sea to enjoy the real nature on this amazing planet. Adventurous travelers seeking a rich diversity of wildlife can find what they are looking for in the sea of cortez. Sea of cortez baja california all you need to know. Whale watching and dolphins encounters occur along the 65 mile loreto to. Explore the best of both baja, mexico coasts on an oars baja sea kayaking and whale watching adventure. San ignacio lagoon and sea of cortez experience magical, close encounters with the friendly gray whale mothers and calves of san ignacio lagoon, a unesco world heritage site. Several different species of whales migrate to the sea of cortez on an annual basis, with examples including orcas, humpback whales, california gray whales, and the largest of all the worlds animals, the blue whale.
Seacortez marine life and natural history of the sea of cortez. With aries water sports glass bottom boat tours, just sit back, take in the scenery and snap those iconic cabo photos. Look forward to sea kayaking in baja, mexicos closest whale shark tours, baja whale watching tours, baja surfing, baja fishing, snorkeling, hiking, pure relaxation and much more the ultimate yearround soft adventure vacation destination. Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay sea quest march 12, 2009 november 23, 2019. Kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, scuba diving, kite surfing, fishing and.
The boat uncruise sails in the sea of cortez is the safari endeavor. National geographic sea lion is a tried and true expedition ship that plies the waters from alaska, to the columbia and snake rivers, to baja california and the sea of cortez. Explore offshore islands for birding and photography and snorkel with tropical reef fish. On this voyage of discovery, youll share some of the same experiences steinbeck recorded in his book, the log from the sea of cortez. The tours include snorkeling, swimming and whale watching. Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay. Whale watching, sea of cortez, mexico whale tours dive. Other whale species that frequent the sea of cortez include the sperm whale, minke whale, fin whale, and more. On these special departures we are able to participate in research on whale sharks which breed in the region. Humpback whales also pass through the waters of bcs between december and april, and can be spotted breaching on the horizon in both the pacific ocean and the sea of cortez.
A floating base for explorationaboard a small expedition ship, cruise teal waters with whales. There are more than 900 islands in the sea of cortez with diversities of sea life. A photo expedition that begins in the gray whale birthing lagoons on the pacific side of the baja peninsula and then ventures into the sea of cortez for over a week of exploration. With a shallow draft and small size, she can easily reach places inaccessible to larger ships. Many sea of cortez visitors hope to add some whale watching to their agendas, and it is easy to understand why. Moving slowly through the water, filtering thousands of gallons per day, these fish glean their nutrients from the rich winter waters of the sea of cortez. We also visit the beautiful sea of cortez for whale watching on this weeklong adventure on mexicos baja california peninsula. After a great morning at punta colorada, we went out to look for whales. Besides our everexpanding online field guides to the marine organisms of the sea of cortez. We offer turn key sailing vacations to isla espiritu santo, san jose islands, loreto, mulege, and even over to mainland mexico destinations like puerto vallarta and mazatlan. Go kayaking in the warm waters of mexicos sea of cortez beneath the. Half day whale watching in the sea of cortez, mexico. The blue whales of the loreto marine reserve, baja california sur. In true expedition style, experience the luxury of a flexible itinerarybut on a very beautiful ship, complete with a hot tub and sauna.
The area is known to be a spot for blue and fin whales, which will be in the area to calve. During the winter months, keep your eyes peeled for the incredible humpback and gray whales back from. The beautiful blue seas and desert islands of the sea of cortez provide a memorable backdrop to day after day of amazing whalewatching. And, still, the sea of cortez awaits with its sea lions, dolphins and other whale species. Join our 12day tour to whalewatch for up to a dozen different species.
Exploring the sea of cortez natural habitat adventures. Delve into the surrounding waters to snorkel alongside them, also keeping an eye out for mantas and sea turtles. Journey to the sea of cortez whale shark departure by. Steinbeck, cousteaunow its your turn to explore the worlds aquarium in the sea of cortes. The blue whales of the loreto marine reserve the aquarium of the world is how the great jacques cousteau referred to the sea of cortez.
Set sail to the sea of cortez aboard a tall ship for a day cruise or a small ship for a week long adventure. Sea of cortez baja california cruise baja adventure. Combination gray whale trips plus whale watching on the sea of cortez for the very largest whales, blue whales and gray whales. To go for our gray whale watching tours in baja you can call us at the above given number or even emails us at the above mentioned email. Calm hopefully seas, small intimate boats, and all around the sound of these giants breathing. She can venture into fastmoving channels where whales come to feed, transit a series of locks in the pacific northwest, nose.
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