La Paz Mexico – Kayaking/Whale Watching Isla Espíritu Santo

The absolute best of both seas! We spend 4 days sea-kayaking and snorkeling in the shimmering, turquoise water of the Sea of Cortez, camping out on Espiritu Santo Island. Then we have a mid week pause to relax and explore the enchanting seaside town of La Paz with its beautiful board walk and sensational dining. Finally we transfer to the tranquil lagoons in Magdalena Bay on the Pacific coast of Baja. Here we are hotel based and embark on 2 days of whale watching expeditions by motor skiff

Type of Trip:  Kayaking
Accommodations: 5 night comfortable hotel/3 night camping.
Dates:  February – April
Length of Trip: 8 Days
Difficultly: Moderate - good for first timers as well as seasoned paddlers
Gateway City: La Paz – meet your guides at 8pm

(B) = Breakfast   (L) = Lunch   (D) = Dinner 

Cost: $1899 per person *$175 single Supplement

Day 1:
Arrive in La Paz, check into your hotel room and at 8pm meet your guides for a trip briefing

Day 2:
Transfer to Espiritu Santo Island in our high-speed motorboat. Guides discuss points on safety and provide beginners with the basics of sea-kayaking and correct use of gear and kayaks. In the afternoon we embark on our first paddle beneath spectacular volcanic cliffs of the coat line and arrive at the first of many beautiful beaches to set up camp. (B) (L) (D)

Day 3:
Continue in our kayaks exploring a new section of coastline with small off shore islands where numerous sea birds nest. Camp on a new beach. (B) (L) (D)

Day 4:
Continue voyage to the end of the island to our final camping beach. Beautiful stretches of water with great views of the coast. Later that day we will embark on an afternoon hike to the other side of the island. (B) (L) (D)

Day 5:
Today we take a fast motor boat ride to a beautiful off shore island which is home to a large sea lion colony. Experience the amazing thrill of swimming with sea lion pups and snorkel amongst thousands of tropical fish. Return to your hotel in La Paz. (B) (L)

Day 6:
A 'day off' to enjoy a leisurely stroll around our picturesque seaside town. Browse in many Mexican arts and crafts shops or if you would rather a more active day we'll set you up with a mountain bike or a day fishing or wind-surfing. A margarita at sunset on the famous sea promenade is a La Paz tradition! (B)

Day 7:
Transfer in our air conditioned private van to the shores of the Pacific Lagoons at Lopez Mateos - considered to be the finest whale-watching area in the La Paz proximity (transfer time is 3.5 hours). Typically within minutes of clambering aboard our motor skiffs we are out in the bay surrounded by Whales. The spectacle is quite amazing and close up encounters are practically guaranteed. Returning to the shore it is then just a two minute stroll to our accommodation. Relax and then freshen up before dining in our Palapa Restaurant with a buffet of fresh sea food. (B) (L) (D)

Day 8:
Arise to a Mexican cooked breakfast before our second whale-watching trip. We will venture out into the bay for a second opportunity to immerse our selves amongst the whales. For the last several years many of our guests have been thrilled by the whales swimming right alongside our boats giving them the extraordinary opportunity to pet them. We will return to Lopez Mateos for a delicious lunch and then transfer back to La Paz arriving at around 4pm which gives time for anyone wishing to connect on through to Los Cabos the same day. (B) (L)

  
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