6 Days / Starting From $2,995
The Extraordinary Whales of Baja
Making giant friendships at sea!
The Pacific gray whale migration from Alaska’s Bering Sea to the warm waters of Baja’s lagoons is the longest mammal migration on earth. Nearly hunted to extinction in the past, these gentle leviathans have made a dramatic comeback and today show little fear of humans. Every spring, hundreds of them return to traditional birthing and breeding grounds at sheltered San Ignacio Lagoon on Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. Friendly and engaging, they are often intrigued with humans, swimming right up to our boats, and our small groups can frequently approach within close distance uniquely providing us with special encounters at sea.
- Witness the grand finale of the gray whales’ migration of nearly 6,000 miles from Alaska to Baja with the expert interpretation of our Expedition Leader
- Come within arm’s reach of friendly mothers with calves on skiff journeys into San Ignacio Lagoon
- Explore the cactus-studded desert wilderness from our exclusive “whale cabanas,” isolated accommodations right on the beach
Location of Adventure
San Ignacio Lagoon, Mexico
San Ignacio Lagoon, Mexico
Group Size Limit
Approximately 20 Travelers
A very important feature of our gray whale watching tours is the limited group size as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller groups of travelers. On this eco travel adventure, our camp holds 20 guests. The boats that take us gray whale watching generally carry groups of 6 to 8 guests.
Included
Accommodations, meals from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 6, services of NHA Expedition Leader and local guides, airport transfers on Day 1 and final day, entrance fees.
Not Included
Travel to and from start and end point of trip, alcoholic beverages, most gratuities, items of a personal nature (phone calls, laundry, etc.), airport and departure taxes, optional travel insurance.
Physical Requirements
Easy / Flexible
This trip is recommended for all fitness levels. Optional hikes are available.
Important Information
This trip offers the closest of whale encounters and is a must for lovers of marine wildlife. Please be aware when registering for this trip that flights to and from Loreto are often very limited. We strongly advise that travelers sign up for this trip as early as possible to avoid problems with availability and expensive fares. Additionally, airlines tend to alter flight schedules often, so please be aware that we may need to address a schedule change after flights have been booked.
Getting There & Getting Home
Arrive in time for the 6:30pm welcome dinner on Day 1. You are free to depart anytime on the final day. We can best serve you if Natural Habitat Adventures’ Travel Desk makes these reservations for you as they are intimately familiar with the special requirements of these programs and can arrange the most efficient and cost effective travel. Please call us at 1-800-543-8917.
