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Boat transfer to Espiritu Santo Island and enjoy a casual lunch before an afternoon orientation of the camp and a short paddle, snorkel or swim.
Moving from island to island via motorized boat each day, we explore the islands by kayak and on foot and snorkel the pristine waters.
From Espiritu Santo to San Francisco we anchor at Los Islotes, for a fantastic snorkel with sea lions.
Travel to the islands of San Francisco and San Jose and the beautiful beach of Puerto Gato on the coastline of Baja, visit Santa Catalina Island and continue on to camp on Monserrat and Danzante Islands.
Morning options of paddling or snorkeling.

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Primary:	Hiking, Snorkeling, Sea Kayaking, Camping
Other:	Powered Boating, Wildlife, nature

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Sea of Cortez Island Hopping

O.A.R.S. Sea of Cortez Island Hopping tour provides the experience of a lifetime for avid kayakers, wildlife lovers and outdoor enthusiasts as they encounter the wonders of the Sea of Cortez.

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Our most popular excursion for those who want to experience the best Baja has to offer, this trip includes kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, fishing & visiting local fishing villages. Traveling between destinations by boat, we’ll camp on five different islands and visit a number of others as we make our way from La Paz to Loreto. We see dolphins by the hundreds, sea lions sunning on rocky pinnacles, mantas leaping from the water and on spring trips very possibly blue, humpback, sperm or fin whales as we cruise from island to island.

Have you ever dreamed of exploring the desert islands that dot the Sea of Cortez and their uninhabited shores and wildlife rich waters? Well this trip will take you there! We’ll camp on five and visit more than 10 different islands as we travel between La Paz and Loreto. Travel from island to island will be via motorized boat while exploration of the island will be by kayak, mask, snorkel and foot.

Seating the group comfortably and carrying the kayaks, our skiff is the ideal way to travel between islands, leaving more time for other activities upon arrival at each destination. We also carry our snorkel gear and lunch, just in case we’re distracted en route by the local attractions.

Expect to see dolphins by the hundreds, sea lions sunning on rocky pinnacles, mantas leaping from the water’s surface and on spring trips very possibly blue, humpback, sperm or fin whales as we cruise from island to island upon arrival at each island camp we’ll launch our kayaks don our masks and snorkels or hike to a pinnacle for a look at each extraordinary new island. Espiritu Santo , Los Islotes , San Francisco, Pardito, San Jose, Puerto Gato, Santa Catalina, Monserrat and Danzante are just a few of our destinations.

Explore the giant barrel cactus of Santa Catalina and fossilized shell beach of Monserrate, snorkel with the playful sea lions of Los Islotes, kayak below the smooth, red sandstone cliffs of San Jose and into the hidden coves and white sand beaches of San Franscisco. Visit the tranquil fishing villages of Pardito and Tembabichi. On this trip you’ll see it all, so don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the magic of the islands in the Sea of Cortez.

Special Price Offer of $1150 for April 2 and 16

Minimum Age: 8 Yrs

Day 1: Fly to La Paz

Fly to La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico. Upon arrival take a taxi to your hotel. (Final information with details regarding your hotel and a voucher for your taxi will be sent approximately two weeks before trip). The evening is on your own to explore La Paz and dine at one of its many fine restaurants.

Day 2: Espiritu Santo Island

Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel, then pick-up and pay for your rentals. We'll transfer to Espiritu Santo Island via boat (1 to 2 hours). Lunch will e served upon arrival at the camp, followed by a camp and kayak orientation, and a short paddle, snorkel and swim.

Days 3-7: Island Hopping

We move from island to island via motorized boat each day then kayak, snorkel, fish or hike upon arrival. From Espiritu Santo to San Francisco we will anchor at Los Islotes. a sea lion rookery, for a fantastic snorkel with these friendly, playful critters. From here we travel to the islands of San Francisco. San Jose, the beautiful beach of Puerto Gato on the coastline of Baja. visit Santa Catalina Island and continue on to camp on Monserrat and Danzante islands.

Day 8: Danzante to Loreto

Morning options of paddling or snorkel. After lunch we'll transfer from Danzante to Loreto via boat and van (1 hour), then check into the hotel. The afternoon is on your own with time to shower and explore the tranquil town of Loreto before the evening farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 9: Loreto

The morning is on your own, then transfer to the Loreto Airport for the afternoon flight.

TRIP INCLUDES

All accommodations (rooms and tents) form the first through the last night of the trip, based on double occupancy.
Meals as noted in the itinerary.
Group equipment
Guides and instruction
Transfers from Day 1 through Day 8.

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

Airfare
Airport transfers
Sleeping bags and pads
Single supplements
Snorkeling equipment
Meals as noted
Gratuities

CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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                                        Fly to La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico. Upon arrival take a taxi to your hotel. (Final information with details regarding your hotel and a voucher for your taxi will be sent approximately two weeks before trip). The evening is on your own to explore La Paz and dine at one of its many fine restaurants.
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                                        Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel, then pick-up and pay for your rentals. We'll transfer to Espiritu Santo Island via boat (1 to 2 hours). Lunch will e served upon arrival at the camp, followed by a camp and kayak orientation, and a short paddle, snorkel and swim. 
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                                        Days 3-7: Island Hopping
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                                        We move from island to island via motorized boat each day then kayak, snorkel, fish or hike upon arrival. From Espiritu Santo to San Francisco we will anchor at Los Islotes. a sea lion rookery, for a fantastic snorkel with these friendly, playful critters. From here we travel to the islands of San Francisco. San Jose, the beautiful beach of Puerto Gato on the coastline of Baja. visit Santa Catalina Island and continue on to camp on Monserrat and Danzante islands. 
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                                        Day 8: Danzante to Loreto
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                                        Morning options of paddling or snorkel. After lunch we'll transfer from Danzante to Loreto via boat and van (1 hour), then check into the hotel. The afternoon is on your own with time to shower and explore the tranquil town of Loreto before the evening farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
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                                        Day 9: Loreto
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                                        The morning is on your own, then transfer to the Loreto Airport for the afternoon flight.
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