Baja whale watching combined with sea of cortez kayaking in loreto makes this tour a guest favorite. Everything from the pre trip communication, to the gear and boats provided, to the meals our guides cooked was excellent. For over 37 years, sea trek has been leading trips on the sea of cortez from our home base in loreto, california. My wife and i will be celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary this summer. Kayak and stand up paddle board trips in the san francisco bay sea trek offers kayaking and stand up paddle boarding throughout the san francisco bay area. It seems the cultural investigators tried to get a step ahead of the developers. Baja sea kayaking 5 12 days mexicos legendary baja peninsula is an ecological wonder and outdoor playground, an unlikely union of desert and sea, and theres no better way to explore it than on a chilkoot high adventure trip. For this baja sea kayak tour, we meet in the quaint fishing town of loreto, on the sea of cortez. This is one of the best preserved marine ecosystems you will find, and the chance that youll see a variety of sea life on any given trip is high, says peter grubb, founder of row sea kayak adventures. Mexico is home to 10% of the worlds wildlife and almost 40% of the worlds species of whales and dolphins.
Its been nearly a year since our last extended adventure travel and i had forgot how facing mother nature head on makes you feel alive. Their main focus is blue whales and they have an adoptablue whale program to help fund their work. Here, picturesque beaches give way to clear azure waters teeming with abundant marine life, and stunning mountain ranges soar toward impeccably blue sky. Our goal is to open the door to something that inspires and fills you. With predictably sunny weather, warm clear water and great wildlife baja is the best place in north america to enjoy a sun drenched winter kayaking trip. Through these programs, we promote perspectives that deeply value culture, ethics, and the natural world, fostering vibrant human communities in healthy. The desert ridges and canyons around loreto boast the richest variety of life on the peninsula, and the nearby islands and reefs teem with life. Sea kayak baja mexico is the premier outfitter for people who love the outdoors and want to kayak or sup in baja. To experience the full measure of bajas marine splendor, getting acquainted with sea kayaking is a must. Driving the dusty gravel road with our tandem sea kayak and surf boards strapped to the top of our truck, the coastline of sea of cortez awaited in the distance, fourteen miles off the pavement from baja mexicos route 1. Sea trek offers kayaking and stand up paddle boarding throughout the san francisco bay area. Sea kayak baja mexico loreto 2020 all you need to know. Mary came to baja in 1983 working as a naturalist on gray whale watching trips in magdalena bay. They were both friendly, easy going, knowledgeable and.
All are common occurrences for sea kayakers in the gulf of california, off mexicos baja peninsula. Seakayaking through the sea of cortez in baja, mexico. Sea kayaking in baja mexico bootsnall travel articles. Learn about bajas natural history, enjoy great meals with priceless views, and share in the camaraderie of an exceptional outdoor adventure.
Develop your paddling skills, snorkel beside coral reefs, and explore the regions coastal desert with a group of motivated peers. The sea of cortez is a breathtaking sight, with the southeastern landscape of baja california sur running into the bright blue ocean. We will be kayaking next week in baja, from loreto, and will post our. This is our 33rd season of guiding baja kayaking trips and tours in the gulf of california sea of cortez, a place that jaques cousteau called, the worlds aquarium. Oct 21, 2019 sea kayaking baja mexico a remarkable 10 day journey updated. For over 35 years, sea trek has been leading trips on the sea of cortez from our home base in loreto, california. A milebymile, gpswaypointed, annotated satelliteimage map and guide to kayaking baja s sea of cortez coast and magdalena bay, including all islands. The sea is clear and warm and you dont need a drysuit. Join ginni callahan of sea kayak baja mexico at surf camp, in loreto and on a remote 14 day trip around the 2nd biggest island in the sea of cortez. Having recently returned from five months of largely sea kayakbased travel in baja, and reflecting on the library that we brought along, ramano laxs book was not a particularily useful addition.
Luckily, baja sea kayaking expeditions avoid densely populated cities in lieu of coastlines teeming with wildlife. Its best to travel early morning in the sea of cortez because as temps rise the sea conditions change increasing winds and size of swells. Magdalena bay in southern baja draws a crowd of kayakers in winter for whale watching, but you shouldnt venture out too far into the bay without an experienced guide. Paddling a sleek sea kayak off bajas remote isla espiritu santo, youll quickly find out how. The complete sea kayakers handbook by shelley johnson, sea kayak. October 21, 2019 by dave and deb its been nearly a year since our last extended adventure travel and i had forgot how facing mother nature head on makes you feel alive. Our baja kayaking trips in the sea of cortez explore an area encompassing the coast and offshore islands of the loreto bay national marine park on the baja peninsulas eastern coast, this trip combines all the best aspects of our most popular sea kayak expeditions.
We offer a variety of baja tours, from relaxing, boatsupported vacations to challenging, expedition style adventures. Sea kayak baja mexico exceeded our hopes and expectations. Paddling south has over 30 years of experience leading sea kayaking expeditions in the sea of cortez, baja, mexico. We offer a variety of mexico tours, from relaxing, boatsupported vacations to challenging, expedition style adventures. A milebymile, gpswaypointed, annotated satelliteimage map and guide to kayaking bajas sea of cortez coast and magdalena bay, including all islands. Trips kayak sup san francisco, ca sea trek sausalito, ca. Baja, mexico sea kayaking sup sea of cortez kayak in baja. Although baja is one of the worlds top sea kayaking destinations, there were no decent books on this subject out there until this one came along. This is a supported trip and skiffs or pangas, as they are called in baja, accompany us as we paddle.
This beginnerfriendly expedition in baja, mexico is a thrilling multisport adventure that includes one of the most spectacular seakayaking trips in north america known as the galapagos of mexico for its diverse marine ecology. Baja kayaking adventure wild women expeditions wild. We saw fin whales, blue whales, humpback whale, blue footed boobies, sea turtles and beautiful sunsets. A sea kayaker might expect to see, depending on the time of year, gray whales, dolphins, manta rays, sharks and sea turtles, as well as tropical birds including bluefooted boobies. Like so much of baja, mexico, beautiful places are undergoing luxury. A motorized support skiff accompanies all our oars sea kayaking trips, carrying your gear and supplies thus leaving your sea kayak light and responsive. The baja takes design elements of our advanced blade designs and combines that with more modestly priced materials and features, to offer werner heritage at a. That is really saying something, as there are very few resources out there for baja sea kayak route information. As i pet a massive gray whale mother, i somehow began to understand my insignificant place in this world. Also has some nice photos of the beaches, camping spots and coves. Hi all has anyone been on a kayakingcamping trip with sea kayak. We offer a variety of mexico tours, from relaxing, boat supported vacations to challenging, expedition style adventures.
Join us exploring the jewel of the sea of cortez one of the planets iconic sea kayaking destinations. The rugged baja peninsula of mexico is the most popular winter kayaking trip destination in the world. Paddling south baja kayaking expeditions in sea of cortez. Your days will be spent paddling, snorkeling and exploring the stunning wild islands and coastal areas of baja, mexico. Baja spring break sea kayaking 18 to 22 only find your spring break adventure on the turquoise water and sunny beaches of baja california. Paddle baja, mexicos most remote and scenic coastline. Riding an ocean swell over a rock in baja mexico in a sea kayak, filmed by nigel foster. Mexicos legendary baja peninsula is an ecological wonder and outdoor playground, an unlikely union of desert and sea, and theres no better way to explore it than on a chilkoot high adventure trip. She then guided scuba diving, sea kayaking and whale watching trips in baja for many years to follow. Sea of cortez from loreto to punta verde, baja california sur, mexico class. Based out of loreto on the baja california peninsula, sea kayak baja mexico provides small group adventures, customized courses, and quality equipment for hire on the planets richest ocean. Baja kayak trips and expeditions paddling south sea trek. Sea kayaking baja trips sea kayaking baja paddling sea of.
Whether you want to take a trip that only lasts a couple of hours, a trip that lasts a full day, or the complete overnight experience, we have options that can meet your wishes. Trips vary from half day to 10 days in duration and you can choose a fullycatered, motor boat supported or a coopcatered expedition. Punta banda, south of ensenada, is popular with san diegans. Baja expeditions, 2625 garnet avenue, san diego, calif. Sea kayaking baja mexico a remarkable 10 day journey. While you are surrounded by natural beauty and pristine ocean views, you and your group will have the chance to learn new sea kayaking skills that include the basic paddle strokes and basic rescue techniques. Confessions of a baja addict by filmmaker justine curgenven. I think a romantic trip would be a tandem sea kayak trek in a place.
We think that these resources will enhance your kayak vacation in mexico. Kayak and stand up paddle board trips in the san francisco bay. From there well travel by van and skiff to our launch site at agua verde. Here are some outfitters who have kayaking trips in baja california. When your baja experience enriches your life in some significant way, we call this success. Jun 25, 2018 mexico is home to 10% of the worlds wildlife and almost 40% of the worlds species of whales and dolphins. Nights are punctuated by magnificent sunsets and happy hour, bajastyle. Kayaking on the pacific side of baja requires more experience. Learn about baja s natural history, enjoy great meals with priceless views, and share in the camaraderie of an exceptional outdoor adventure.
Sea kayaking in mexico under the clear blue skies and in the crystal clear waters of the sea of cortez is an incredible escape. This was a private trip with 7 friends similar to the loreto islands builder trip. Known as the mexican galapagos, these warm turquoise waters are one of the richest marine environments in the world. We heard rumors from other campers that his songs had been recorded once by an anthropologist doing research in the area. All are common occurrences for sea kayakers in the gulf of california, off mexicos baja california peninsula. With predictably sunny weather, warm clear water and great wildlife baja is the best place in north america to enjoy a. With beach descriptions, photos, point descriptions, launch sites, town maps, travel tips, and outfitters listings. Bill and i are near the funky fishing village of loreto, 700 miles south of the border on the sea of cortez, on a oneweek selfsupported kayaking trip. Escape the winter by kayaking in mexicos baja california peninsula a collision of desert wilderness and fertile sea.
The authority on paddling in baja seems to be dave eckarts the guide to baja sea kayaking pp 211219 on espiritu santo. A manual for intermediate and advanced sea kayakers by gord. One guest described it as, its handsdown one of the most incredible wildlife encounters ive ever had. A large frigate bird with forked tail feathers then gave chase to the cormorant. The photos and descriptions provide key information for anyone planning a selfsupported trip with recommendations on safe landings, good camp spots and other essential details for an extended. We offer sea kayaking excursions to islands and beaches in the sea of cortez and whale watching trips in magdalena bay, southern baja california, mexico. Yes, you never know when fresh seafood may drop into your lap when paddling in baja, even if you dont choose to eat it. Sea kayaking baja trips sea kayaking baja paddling sea of cortez. A botoxlipped fish, called a burrito grunt, is flopping around at my feet, covered in sand, fighting for its life a few minutes earlier, high in the horizon, i watched a cormorant pluck the unlucky fish from the sea of cortez. You can adopt a blue whale youve actually seen on one of our kayaking trips in baja and the sea of cortez. She holds a bs in wildlife biology and possesses a deep knowledge and strong passion for baja s abundant wildlife.
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