Laguna San Ignacio Whale Watching Trip
Venture with us in the winter breeding grounds of the California Gray Whale. San Ignacio Lagoon is the perfect place for whale watchers to observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Gray whales have gathered in San Ignacio for centuries to calve, cavort, and relax.
Venture with us in the winter breeding grounds of the California Gray Whale. San Ignacio Lagoon is the perfect place for whale watchers to observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Gray whales have gathered in San Ignacio for centuries to calve, cavort, and relax before heading north to their Arctic feeding grounds.
See first hand how these beautiful cetaceans have touched the hearts of countless individuals. With a short skiff ride out into the lagoon prepare to experience a Gray Whale surfacing just a few feet from your skiff. You will be amazed by the urge to reach out and touch this extraordinary animal.
Kayak through the fertile mangrove estuaries where the keen bird watcher will see a number a different species in this natural aviary. Beachcomb the peaceful lagoon shore and discover shells, fossils, and other remnants of the sea.
Our chartered flight will deliver you into this remote desert world. Accommodations at the water’s edge provide a comfortable wilderness experience with all the amenities of home. You will find our exceptionally experienced staff always ready to lend a hand or share their knowledge of this remarkable place.
Your five day trip includes three full days exploring this desert lagoon. This is plenty of time to bring home a lifetime of memories and come to respect and love Baja and the Gray Whales as much as we do.
Day 1
Meet at 7 am in San Diego at the Hanalei Hotel in Hotel Circle. Transfer to airport for chartered flight to lagoon. Flight stops in San Felipe, Baja CA, Mexico for customs and immigration. Mid afternoon arrival at the lagoon airstrip. Bus to camp and introduction to camp procedures, tent assignments and gather for happy hour before dinner.
Day 2-4
Days are spent whale watching, hiking, bird watching, kayaking, or relaxing in camp.
Day 5
Transfer to landing strip. Board charter flight back to San Diego for an early evening arrival. We suggest you overnight in San Diego in case of delays.
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David Schuss
The staff was extremely courteous and knowledgeable about sea life and the ocean. After snorkeling on the reef in a beautiful cove with with a huge variety of tropical fish, we sailed further into the ocean to witness an abundance of whales and dolphin. It was spectacular! Throughout the afternoon we dined on freshly made guacamole and and assortment of authentic Mexican delicacies. Thank you Journey Mexico for arranging the catamaran. It was a the highlight of our vacation to your beautiful country!"
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Silvana and Borna
Thank yo so much for your kind e-mail. Yes we finally made it!!!! It was a looooong journey and we're still on jet lag, but for sure can already taste the sweetness of all the good memories that we had back there in Mexico ;-)
I'm pleased to announce that we had a wonderful time in Mexico with all its beauties and its very very nice people!! You guys in Journey Mexico did a great job in taking care of everything; Thanks for your hospitality and kindness.
It was a unique experience which we will hold its memories close to our hearts for years to come."
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TRIP INCLUDES
- Wilderness first responder,
- CPR, First Aid Certified,
- bi-lingual Journey Mexico in country guide throughout;
- all accommodations starting with Day 1 and ending on Day 4 airport transfers;
- all transfers throughout starting from hotel in San Diego on Day 1 and ending in the San Diego Hotel on Day 5;
- certified, bi-lingual naturalist kayak guides,
- single and/or double kayaks;
- all kayaking gear;
- camping equipment; all meals; c
- amping (based on twin share) and meals while camping;
- local guides.
TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE
CANCELLATIONS:
20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable