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Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
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Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
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Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
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Magdalena Bay Whale Watching
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- Explore Loreto
- Enjoy Whale Watching in Magdalena Bay
- Exploring swimming, dune walking, whale watching
Kayak & Whale Watching Combo
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3x3 Kayak & Whale Watching Combo
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- You'll stay three days at our exclusive whale camp located at a remote beach on a barrier island in the heart of grey whale activity.
- Whales, the lagoon is home to dolphins, sea lions, pelicans, and thousands of shorebirds.
- Your guides will introduce you to the desert plants, birds and other wildlife of Bahia de Magdalena on our Baja whale watching tour.
- Then head back over to Loreto for three days of Baja sea kayaking and camping on remote islands in Loreto Bay National Marine Park, where the surrounding water is a sanctuary for blue-footed boobies, fin and blue whales, dolphins and sea lions.
- The Sea of Cortez is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers the perfect blend of Baja kayaking, hiking and snorkeling.
- Abundant wildlife, massive whales, sunny weather and warm, crystalline waters make the Sea of Cortez one of the best winter adventure destinations in North America and Mexico.
- With each of these tours, your first and last nights will be hotel-based in Loreto with an extra hotel night between kayaking and whale watching.
- All activities are led by naturalist guides, who dish out tasty Chile relleno and margaritas in tented beach camps at days end. You'll bring home a lifetime of memories.
Isla San Jose Kayak Tour
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- Have a chance to see giant blue whales swim by, or fin whales or orcas
- Explore La Paz
- Visit the beautiful Sea of Cortez island has dozens of long beaches of golden sand, perfect for beach combing.
- Discover Isla San José
11-day Isla Carmen Circumnavigation
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- Baja kayaking in the crown jewel of the Sea of Cortez: Carmen Island. Cliffs of red-hued basalt rising sharply out of the sea and the bold outlines of towering cacti provide the backdrop for paddling sea kayaks 60 miles on this little known, classic 9-day circumnavigation of Baja California’s Isla Carmen, the largest island in Loreto Bay National Marine Park in the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California).
- While visitors frequent the southern tip of Isla Carmen, the northern part of the island is a place few humans will ever set foot. On this unique paddle, you'll have a chance to snorkel with brilliant king angelfish and lobster, watch plunge-diving blue-footed booties, and search for 60-foot whale sharks – the world’s largest fish.
- You'll even find a historic element on this wildlife and nature tour. Mid-way around the island, you'll make a brief stop at Salinas Bay to visit an abandoned 19th century salt mine and coral chapel.
- A two-day paddle rounding the island’s remote north shore leads to Balandra Bay, where you can hike an arroyo into the island’s desert interior past saguaro-like cardon cactus and wild figs in the company of desert iguanas and big-horned sheep.
- From your tented camps in sheltered coves, watch vermillion skies as they illuminate the banded layers of the Sierra de la Giganta range, the plume of a whale lingering in the still air, and leaping manta rays flopping back into the glassy water as guides dish out margaritas and tasty chili rellenos.
Islands of Loreto Bay Kayak Tour
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Exceptional opportunities for viewing dolphins, sea lions and whales in the wild
- High-flying frigate birds, blue-footed boobies and squadrons of pelicans are your companions as you kayak past manta rays and brightly colored fish
- The warm, crystalline waters of the Sea of Cortez host a breathtaking array of tropical fish - perfect for snorkeling.
- Each winter endangered blue whales more than five times as long as your sea kayak migrate to these waters looking for tasty crustaceans
- Encountering the largest animal on earth is a thrilling experience. Fin, Humpback and Sei whales also frequent the area.
Isla Espiritu Santo Kayak Sojourn
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- One of the trip highlights is snorkeling with friendly sea lions at Los Islotes, volcanic islets where playful sea lion pups dive off the rocks and pirouette below you. Other activities include hiking up colorful arroyos studded with tall cactus, snorkeling amongst hundreds of tropical fish, paddling below fantastic rock formations, and enjoying margaritas on the beach as the sun sets.
- Our motorized support boat carries all camping gear and the makings for fabulous meals prepared by your guides with a Mexican flair. Your kayaks are light and easy to paddle between camps while the accompanying motorboat provides an additional level of safety.
- Intense natural beauty, abundant wildlife, sunny weather and warm waters make Espiritu Santo Island a world-class sea kayaking destination. Join us and discover for yourself why Espiritu Santo Island is a paddler’s paradise!
- All tours include a snorkeling excursion with the sea lions of Los Islotes (weather dependent) as well as hotel included in the trip cost, and are motorboat-supported for easier paddling and lighter kayaks. Trip begins and ends in La Paz, Baja California Sur.
Yoga Adventure & Kayak Tour
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- Explore our Sea of Cortez kayaking tours feature encounters with blue & fin whales in the wild and secluded camping on remote desert islands. To prepare for your day of Baja kayaking, you'll find yoga or pilates to be an ideal addition to a blissful Baja vacation. All tours are suitable for beginners.
- See the islands of the Sea of Cortez contain striking natural beauty in a dramatic setting formed by rugged islands with high cliffs and sandy beaches, which contrast with the brilliant reflection from the desert and the surrounding turquoise waters.
- The area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers the perfect blend of kayaking, hiking and snorkelling.
- Watch abundant wildlife, massive whales, sunny weather and warm, crystalline waters make the Sea of Cortez in Loreto Bay National Marine Park or Espiritu Santo National Park the best winter adventure destinations in North America and Mexico.
Islands Of Loreto Bay Kayak Tour
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- Exceptional opportunities for viewing dolphins, sea lions and whales in the wild.
- High-flying frigate birds, blue-footed boobies and squadrons of pelicans are your companions as you kayak past manta rays and brightly colored fish.
- The warm, crystalline waters of the Sea of Cortez host a breath-taking array of tropical fish - perfect for snorkelling.
- Each winter endangered blue whales more than five times as long as your sea kayak migrate to these waters looking for tasty crustaceans.
- Encountering the largest animal on earth is a thrilling experience
- Fin, Humpback and Sei whales also frequent the area
- The Islands of Loreto Bay are high traffic areas only to whales, dolphins, and other marine lif.
- Boats are few and far between, and even other kayakers are seldom encountered.
- A few coves are popular lunch sites for passing boats or local fisherman, but otherwise you may feel as if you're alone in the wilderness.
- The Loreto Bay National Park Service assigns campsites on these islands, and only allows one group per site
- Barring mix-ups or weather emergencies, your tour will have the beach to yourself
Cave Painting Tours of Baja
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Magdalena Bay Whale Watching
- Explore Loreto
- Enjoy Whale Watching in Magdalena Bay
- Exploring swimming, dune walking, whale watching
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Kayak & Whale Watching Combo
- Visit Loreto
- Enjoy whale watching session
- Enjoy Kayaking in the Sea of Cortez
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Isla San Jose Kayak Tour
- Have a chance to see giant blue whales swim by, or fin whales or orcas
- Explore La Paz
- Visit the beautiful Sea of Cortez island has dozens of long beaches of golden sand, perfect for beach combing.
- Discover Isla San José
Eligible for Travelstride Member Savings
Islands of Loreto Bay Kayak Tour
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Exceptional opportunities for viewing dolphins, sea lions and whales in the wild
- High-flying frigate birds, blue-footed boobies and squadrons of pelicans are your companions as you kayak past manta rays and brightly colored fish
- The warm, crystalline waters of the Sea of Cortez host a breathtaking array of tropical fish - perfect for snorkeling.
- Each winter endangered blue whales more than five times as long as your sea kayak migrate to these waters looking for tasty crustaceans
- Encountering the largest animal on earth is a thrilling experience. Fin, Humpback and Sei whales also frequent the area.
Eligible for Travelstride Member Savings
11-day Isla Carmen Circumnavigation
- Baja kayaking in the crown jewel of the Sea of Cortez: Carmen Island. Cliffs of red-hued basalt rising sharply out of the sea and the bold outlines of towering cacti provide the backdrop for paddling sea kayaks 60 miles on this little known, classic 9-day circumnavigation of Baja California’s Isla Carmen, the largest island in Loreto Bay National Marine Park in the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California).
- While visitors frequent the southern tip of Isla Carmen, the northern part of the island is a place few humans will ever set foot. On this unique paddle, you'll have a chance to snorkel with brilliant king angelfish and lobster, watch plunge-diving blue-footed booties, and search for 60-foot whale sharks – the world’s largest fish.
- You'll even find a historic element on this wildlife and nature tour. Mid-way around the island, you'll make a brief stop at Salinas Bay to visit an abandoned 19th century salt mine and coral chapel.
- A two-day paddle rounding the island’s remote north shore leads to Balandra Bay, where you can hike an arroyo into the island’s desert interior past saguaro-like cardon cactus and wild figs in the company of desert iguanas and big-horned sheep.
- From your tented camps in sheltered coves, watch vermillion skies as they illuminate the banded layers of the Sierra de la Giganta range, the plume of a whale lingering in the still air, and leaping manta rays flopping back into the glassy water as guides dish out margaritas and tasty chili rellenos.
Eligible for Travelstride Member Savings
3x3 Kayak & Whale Watching Combo
- You'll stay three days at our exclusive whale camp located at a remote beach on a barrier island in the heart of grey whale activity.
- Whales, the lagoon is home to dolphins, sea lions, pelicans, and thousands of shorebirds.
- Your guides will introduce you to the desert plants, birds and other wildlife of Bahia de Magdalena on our Baja whale watching tour.
- Then head back over to Loreto for three days of Baja sea kayaking and camping on remote islands in Loreto Bay National Marine Park, where the surrounding water is a sanctuary for blue-footed boobies, fin and blue whales, dolphins and sea lions.
- The Sea of Cortez is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers the perfect blend of Baja kayaking, hiking and snorkeling.
- Abundant wildlife, massive whales, sunny weather and warm, crystalline waters make the Sea of Cortez one of the best winter adventure destinations in North America and Mexico.
- With each of these tours, your first and last nights will be hotel-based in Loreto with an extra hotel night between kayaking and whale watching.
- All activities are led by naturalist guides, who dish out tasty Chile relleno and margaritas in tented beach camps at days end. You'll bring home a lifetime of memories.
Eligible for Travelstride Member Savings
Isla Espiritu Santo Kayak Sojourn
- One of the trip highlights is snorkeling with friendly sea lions at Los Islotes, volcanic islets where playful sea lion pups dive off the rocks and pirouette below you. Other activities include hiking up colorful arroyos studded with tall cactus, snorkeling amongst hundreds of tropical fish, paddling below fantastic rock formations, and enjoying margaritas on the beach as the sun sets.
- Our motorized support boat carries all camping gear and the makings for fabulous meals prepared by your guides with a Mexican flair. Your kayaks are light and easy to paddle between camps while the accompanying motorboat provides an additional level of safety.
- Intense natural beauty, abundant wildlife, sunny weather and warm waters make Espiritu Santo Island a world-class sea kayaking destination. Join us and discover for yourself why Espiritu Santo Island is a paddler’s paradise!
- All tours include a snorkeling excursion with the sea lions of Los Islotes (weather dependent) as well as hotel included in the trip cost, and are motorboat-supported for easier paddling and lighter kayaks. Trip begins and ends in La Paz, Baja California Sur.
Eligible for Travelstride Member Savings
Islands Of Loreto Bay Kayak Tour
- Exceptional opportunities for viewing dolphins, sea lions and whales in the wild.
- High-flying frigate birds, blue-footed boobies and squadrons of pelicans are your companions as you kayak past manta rays and brightly colored fish.
- The warm, crystalline waters of the Sea of Cortez host a breath-taking array of tropical fish - perfect for snorkelling.
- Each winter endangered blue whales more than five times as long as your sea kayak migrate to these waters looking for tasty crustaceans.
- Encountering the largest animal on earth is a thrilling experience
- Fin, Humpback and Sei whales also frequent the area
- The Islands of Loreto Bay are high traffic areas only to whales, dolphins, and other marine lif.
- Boats are few and far between, and even other kayakers are seldom encountered.
- A few coves are popular lunch sites for passing boats or local fisherman, but otherwise you may feel as if you're alone in the wilderness.
- The Loreto Bay National Park Service assigns campsites on these islands, and only allows one group per site
- Barring mix-ups or weather emergencies, your tour will have the beach to yourself
Eligible for Travelstride Member Savings
Loreto to La Paz Expedition
- Encompassing 65 miles of road-less coastline and offshore islands between Loreto and La Paz on the peninsula's eastern coast, this is Baja's classic sea kayak expedition. This coastline is one of the most remote and sparsely populated areas in all of Baja.
- The Sierra Giganta Range plunges into the Sea of Cortez, effectively isolating the area from the rest of the peninsula and creating a stunningly beautiful backdrop the entire trip.
- We'll make camps on beaches that dot the base of these magnificent mountains. Canyon hikes take us into the desert interior, while kayaking allows an intimate exploration of the many coves and sea caves.
- The clear waters of the Sea of Cortez teem with colorful life, and the snorkeling around the shallow reefs and vertical ledges is excellent. We see pods of dolphins, as well as massive whales
- You'll paddle past towering volcanic peaks, miles of unexplored beaches and forests of giant cardon cactus. Prehistoric-looking frigate birds circle high above while squadrons of pelicans glide across the glassy water.
- The expedition begins with your arrival in Loreto and after 10 days of paddling you'll arrive at the take-out site near La Paz. We now offer a paddle back from La Paz to Loreto, as well.
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Baja Day Tours and Trip Extensions
- Experience the Baja that few visitors see. Get a closer look at Baja's history and culture.
- Explore Loreto Bay National Marine Park/UNESCO World Heritage site
- Isla Coronado (Coronado Island) is a hat-shaped cinder-cone island off the coast of Loreto
- Staying an extra day in Mexico experience snorkeling with whale sharks in the shallow bay of La Paz.
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