Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay sea quest march 12, 2009 november 23. The gray whale is a free animal that moves from one place to another, so we can not guarantee 100% sighting, however the captains will do everything possible to offer you a good experience. Pacific gray whale watching excursions baja expeditions. Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay. Add your business today to reach the outbounds audience of adventurous travelers. Twenty different species of whales visit the sea of cortez and the protected pacific coast lagoons. Join a gray whale watching tour in bajas magdalena bay and pet friendly gray whales. Each winter the gray whale ends its 12,000mile migration from the artic circle in bajas pacific lagoons.
Gray whale and sea turtle conservation adventure by red. The lagoons provide ideal habitat for calving, nursing and mating. Just minutes from the city it is possible to locate and swim with these gentle giants on the surface using basic read more about whale shark trips. Heres how to see humpbacks, gray whales, blue whales and whale sharks in the region. The baja peninsula is a premier spot for whale watching. Womens snorkeling adventure baja travel adventures for. These incredible mammals are the only whales to have returned from the brink of extinction, each year prospering in numbers. Experience the wonder of two of earths most charismatic marine species, gray whales and endangered sea turtles, all from the majestic setting of in reds sea turtle research camp in magdalena bay. Touch friendly gray whales on a whale watch trip in mexico s magdalena bay. Along with going on multiple whale watching expeditions, youll explore a mangrove, hike. There are many places around the world where you can whale watch, practically every ocean and sea, from tropical waters to the arctic areas of both hemispheres. Our popular gray whale day tours sell out each year, and are best. Espiritu santo has the most intact ecosystem in the region and several of its. The citys annual gray whale festival, which takes place midjanuary, includes concerts, traditional cuisine and whale watching expeditions.
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. Breakfast included every year the gray whale makes its annual migration from the chirikof basin to magdelena bay, a round trip of some 12,400 miles making it the longest migration. Magdalena bay and other prime viewing locations are located on the pacific coast. This gray whale migration is beyond compare in the mammalian world. Many of our guests arrange the tour months in advance. In mexico s stunning magdalena bay, humans and whales meet up. The ambient acoustic environment in laguna san ignacio. Whale watching is one of the best experiences you can have in the wilderness. The lagoon forms part of the vizcaino reserve, the largest natural protected area in latin america. In mexicos stunning magdalena bay, humans and whales meet. Gray whale and sea turtle conservation adventure includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport. Take part in one of the unique natural wonders of the world as you visit three whale sanctuaries for armslength encounters with these graceful giants.
Marine biologist guided intimate whale watching experience. Swimming with a whale shark off the coast of mexico. Mexico s baja california sur is a whale watching paradise. Each year, gray whales travel thousands of miles from arctic seas to the warm waters of baja californias lagoons to court, mate, give birth, and care for their young. Select from a variety of multiday itineraries, including wilderness camping and sea kayaking in bajas blue whale realm of the sea of cortez and whale watching tours in the federally protected gray whale lagoons of magdalena bay. The official whale season begins on december 15th in the lagoons of san ignacio. Wanna snorkel with sea lions, swim next to gentle giant whale sharks, and try to kiss wild magdalena bay gray whales all in the same week. We look forward to enjoy a wonderful time in the sea of cortez, the famous aquarium of the world, in a friendly, familiar and professional atmosphere, without forgetting to be respectful with our beautiful environment.
Whales, the largest known mammal, can grow up to 50 feet in. Experience gray whales as they end their 12,000mile migration from the artic circle in bajas pacific lagoons. The right to download and store or output the documents on this site is granted to users for their personal use only. Note, however, that such trips entail about six hours. In mexico there are several places where you can travel to. All inclusive baja kayaking tours sea kayak adventures. Gray whale watching in baja california sur, midfebruary. The gray whale eschrichtius robustus is a coastal baleen whale species whose modern range spans the north paci. Established since 1995, the cortez club has become the premier scuba diving, sport fishing and water. To see the gray whales, it is necessary to travel to one of these bays.
All scheduled activities listed on this page including snorkeling, kayaking, hikes, and gray whale watching trip. The whales stop their migration in this area for breeding and birthing. You will snorkel with sea lions, whale sharks and have amazing upclose encounters with gray whales in magdalena bay. Espiritu santo island day trip excursions baja expeditions. Gray whales look closely at the marine giants baja california sur offers the opportunity to observe these majestic marine giants which annually make the long journey of 20 thousand kilometers from the icy waters of the bering strait. Group ground transport from san jose del cabo airport sjd.
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