Baja California — Whale Nurseries
📍 Baja California, Mexico

Baja California — Whale Nurseries

Every winter, grey whales migrate from the Arctic to the warm lagoons of Baja California to give birth and nurse their calves. In San Ignacio Lagoon, the whales approach voluntarily — mothers nudging their calves toward the boat.

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11
Days
12
Max Guests
390
Nautical Miles
★★☆☆☆
Fitness Level

Voyage Highlights

  • ✦Grey whale mother and calf encounters
  • ✦San Ignacio Lagoon UNESCO World Heritage
  • ✦Swimming with sea lions on desert islands
  • ✦Stargazing in zero light pollution desert
  • ✦Bioluminescent bay night swims
  • ✦Sea turtle nesting beaches

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1
La Paz — Embarkation
📍 La Paz, Baja California Sur
Board vessel in La Paz harbour. Evening briefing on grey whale behaviour.
3
Sea of Cortez Islands
📍 Espíritu Santo Island
Snorkel with sea lion colony. UNESCO World Heritage island.
6
San Ignacio Lagoon
📍 San Ignacio Lagoon
Enter the UNESCO whale nursery. First encounters with grey whale mothers and calves.
8
Whale Days
📍 San Ignacio Lagoon
Two full days in the lagoon. Whales approach the boat. Unforgettable encounters.
11
Return to La Paz
📍 La Paz, Baja California Sur
Final passage along the Baja coast. Farewell dinner aboard.

What's Included

Included
✓ All meals
✓ Whale watching pangas and guides
✓ Biosphere reserve permits
✓ Captain and crew
✓ Snorkelling equipment
✓ Desert island camping option
Not Included
✗ Flights to La Paz or Loreto
✗ Travel insurance
✗ Personal gear
✗ Gratuities
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