If youre here just for the sea kayaking, the best time to visit baja is the end of octearly dec, as well as marapr, as the wind drops and the sea of cortez is clear and calm. Blue whale search in loreto marine reserve san carlosembark ship. Since 1991, we have arranged whale watching trips utilizing the best dive and land adventure specialists. Gray whales in cabo san lucas whale watch cabo tours. The gray whale spends summers in the waters off of alaska, and then heads 6,000 miles almost 10,000 km south to the warmer lagoons of baja in january, february and march. As early as 1837 american whaleships visited the bay to cooper their oil and hunt sperm whales outside the bay. Secreted behind isla santa margarita and isla magdalena, the tranquil bay is a favorite playground for gray whales. They travel south from alaska in the fall, arriving in mexico to spend the winter, give birth, and mate. Baja is well known as a great place to whale watch. You will have the privilege to embark on a interactive adventure through the majestic ever glade waters of magdalena bay with father crispin whale king or one of his 3 sons that with grand passion follow in his.
Curious, playful, and friendly, the california gray whales of magdalena bay in san carlos, b. Magdalena bay baja california 2020 all you need to. Spend several extraordinary days in the company of majestic gray whales in mexicos bahia magdalena, one of the best. Touching gray whales in magdalena bay mexico oc mom blog. Puerto adolfo lopez mateos, magdalena bay from canada and the arctic waters, gray whales arrive at this fishermans village located at the north end of magdalena bay.
During september each year, the pacific gray whale, eschrichtius robustus, begins its 6,000 mile or so journey from the icy waters of the bearing sea to one of several of bajas warm pacific lagoons. Exclusive to magdalena bay, is the whale watching tours, in lopez matoes, minutes away from the whales tale inn. Magdalena bay is the largest wetlands ecosystem on the west coast of baja and one of the most important in north america. Wake to the fresh scent of coffee and tea, and possibly fit in an early morning whalewatching session from the beach while the guides prepare your hot breakfast. On this compact trip, well navigate the length of the bay aboard our nimble expedition ship. Gray whale watching day trips in bajas magdalena bay of meixco the worlds population of gray whales returns each winter to mexicos baja peninsula. Gray whales whale watching in magdalena bay cabo trek.
In february 2012, i booked a tour to magdalena bay in baja california, mexico to see the whales which give birth in the laguna there through viator. You can download general gray whale information on this page kindly prepared and shared by the american. Before your trip, you might want to enjoy the attractions of the area, so make your way to the pier, take a tour the mangroves, and enjoy walking in the white sands and watching. Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay. Whale watching at magdalena bay, mexico audley travel. Trailer your boat and stay in the newly remodeled whale tales inn. Gray whale watching in bahia magdalena, bcs, mexico.
The protected lagoon is the perfect place for the whales to give birth and raise their young. Gray whale watching in lopez mateos is an incredible experience. The laguna is quiet but full of life, for thousands of years the gray whales have migrated here to give birth to their calves and nourish them until they are strong enough to make their journey back to the cold waters of alaska. Our 9day midwinter kayaking adventure in the sea of cortez with whale watching in magdalena bay, offers the experience of a lifetime for kayakers, bird and wildlife lovers, whale watching enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Starting from 2016 cabo trek offers now 2 days excursions to for gray whale watching in lopez mateos, also known as magdalena bay. Comfort whale camp, magdalena bay, baja mexico youtube. Magdalena bay is known for some of the best whale watching perhaps in the world. Ground transportation, private plane and overnight options available. If you want an experience of a lifetime, magdalena bay whales is the outfit to use. From middecember to march, the grays mate and calve in the west coast shallows of scammons lagoon, san ignacio lagoon and magdalena bay. Each year about january the whales enter the bay to breed and raise their young. S have been interacting with people in small fishing boats since about 1970.
When you research this excursion, you are lead to believe that you are going to unexplored territory and. January through march, hundreds of gray whales mate and bear their young in these protected waters after traveling over 5000 miles from the bering strait. Each year, thousands of california gray whales make the 10,000mile or more 16,000kilometer round trek from their arctic feeding grounds to the warm pacific breeding waters of mexicos baja peninsula. This 30 mile long bay, famous as a home to the gray whale during its southern migration, is formed by two sandy barrier islands named isla magdalenaisla margarita and provides incredible inshore and offshore fishing. Towards the end of december, they begin to arrive in. In mexicos stunning magdalena bay, humans and whales meet. A baby whale, just a few days old, comes to visit at magdalena bay in mexico. National marine park, on a diverse expedition that is mexicos ultimate whale. In late december the first gray whales begin to arrive in the baja, mexico. Magdalena bay is a mecca for wildlife lovers and wildlife itself. Seawater cascades from the tail of a gray whale in magdalena bay, on the baja coast. Gray whales of magdalena bay from december to march, more than 400 gray whales come to magdalena bay in lower baja california sur, mexico. If youre the kind of person who prefers to remain on shore, the cabo san lucas at the peninsulas southern tip is a good spot to observe passing whales and have your feet firmly planted on the ground. This tour company also will arrange for overnight accommodations.
Take the private tour and enjoy this adventure to the fullest or share the boat and save a. Whale watching in mexicos magdalena bay audley travel. Magdalena bay, san ignacio lagoon and scammons lagoon in baja california sur, mexicos sea of cortez, which is often referred to as the worlds aquarium with its legendary status among divers and snorkelers, including jacques cousteau. Our respect and knowledge grows with each passing year, and we continue to be amazed with our extended family, the majestic gray whales. The gray whale spends summers in the waters off of alaska, and then heads 6,000 miles almost 10,000 km south to the warmer. Kayak fishing for big grouper in magdalena bay, baja mexico duration. Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay gray whale watching guaranteed. It is protected from the pacific ocean by the unpopulated sandy barrier islands of isla magdalena and isla santa margarita. You are invited to enjoy a complementary gray whale in magdalena bay tour when a second gray whale in magdalena bay tour of equal or greater value is purchased. The connections possible with our fellow mammals in the lagoons of magdalena bay are absolutely joyous and should be at the top of any bucket list you may be creating. Fly fishing, surfing, 4x4 tours, and anything else you might want to do while in baja come check us out. Beware of magdalena bay whale tours magdalena bay, baja. Each year they come all the way from the bering sea in alaska to beautiful magdalena bay here in baja sur to give birth in warmer waters. Join facebook to connect with magdalena bay whales and others you may know.
Wild loreto tours transportation sea and land tours loreto. Of the whale watching tours we offer in baja mexico, this one is best for seeing whales at very close range, and plenty of them. Whale watching magdalena bay outfitters magdalena bay. Discover the gray whales of baja, mexicos magdalena bay. When in december the first whales arrive this place becomes increasingly visited by tourists from all over the world to. There are only three places on earth where gray whales birth their calves. If you visit our social media, youll notice that this is a busy time of year, for guests, family and friends. Gray whales arrive in bajas magdalena bay the wildcoast.
Natural habitat adventures ultimate baja whale expedition itinerary. Bahia magdalena is a 50 km long bay in comondu municipality along the western coast of the mexican state of baja. Find unique places to stay with local hosts in 191 countries. Gray whales in magdalena bay, lopez mateos cabo whale trek. Wild loreto is the number one tour operator in baja california sur, mexico offering unique outdoor nature adventure tours in loreto, island tours, historical tours, cave paintings tours, and beautiful sunset catamaran cruises. Scammons lagoon, san ignacio lagoon and magdalena bay offer shelter to pregnant whales, newborn cubs and adults during winter months. Magdalena bay outfitters fishing charter, magdalena bay.
Magdalena bay whales puerto san carlos 2020 all you. While still endangered, there are now thought to be 12,000 to 14,000 blue whales combing the worlds oceans, and mexico takes. Magdalena bay is a series of lagoons sheltered from the pacific ocean by low barrier islands and is the worldrenowned winter nursery grounds of the california gray whale. Calafia whale watching magdalena bay 2020 we booked our tour through the hotel with calafia whales but had recommendations where people did right through their site. Today is filled with beachcombing, swimming, hikes through the islands dunes and, of course, plenty of whale watching. In mexicos stunning magdalena bay, humans and whales meet up. Vacation whale watching activities in mexico expedia. If you have any questions dont hesitate to call bob hoyt 7609082252. Situated about 5 hours north of cabo san lucas, this stretch of land is populated by a small community of fisherman. Our focus for the next four days is the greater magdalena bay regionsome of the. Get up close with wildlife in mexicos magdalena bay travel. Villas mar y arena magdalena bay whale watching tours. Gray whales arent the only species to see while in baja.
Magdalena bay, mexico just off the bow of our 22foot open boat what baja fishermen call a panga a whale spout erupts with an. Bahia magdalena is a center for gray whale observation. Private whale watching excursion to magdalena bay, mexico. Yacht services long range fishing bird watching mag bay mangroves whale watching in magdalena bay mexico. Gray whale watching day trips in bajas magdalena bay of. If 3 days is not enough, get 4 days for the magdalena bay whale camp. Inside the bay the whales are friendly and eager to be touched and seen up close and personal. Part three in our series, whale sharks, sea lions and. Every year they travel south from alaska to spend their winter in mexico to give birth, mate, raise their calvesand play with their human.
Whale watching tours, magdalena bay, baja mexico youtube. Magdalena bay, baja, mexico, cabo san lucas, baja california sur. Whale watch cabo offers several cabo san lucas whale watching tour options. Explore the best of both baja, mexico coasts on an oars baja sea kayaking and whale watching adventure.
Whale watching in magdalena bay mexico the lodge at mag bay. Ultimate baja whale expedition natural habitat adventures. There they enter the sheltered lagoons along the pacific coast where barrier islands protect. Magdalena bay, mexico just off the bow of our 22foot open boat what baja fishermen call a panga a whale spout erupts with an adrenalinspiking fwooosh. The world wildlife fund ranks it as one of the most important coastal habitats in mexico.
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