Native Trails MyTrails 2025 32 Baja California Sur 24 Mission of San Javier in the Sierra de la Giganta Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Medium Extended half-day excursion to the mission of San Javier in the mountains of the Sierra de la Giganta, west of Loreto. The mission of San Javier is still used as church. It was built by Salvatierra’s assistant Father Francisco Piccolo in 1699. The mission is considered the most beautiful building of its kind in the Baja California. The tour through the mountains is an unforgettable experience in itself. 25 Boat tour Parque Nacional Bahía de Loreto Duration: 04:00 h · Level:Medium Experience an unforgettable boat tour from Marina Puerto Escondido in the breathtaking waters of the Parque Nacional Bahía de Loreto. Passing the islands of Danzante, Carmen and Monserrate, you will enjoy spectacular views of the deep blue sea and unspoilt nature - with a little luck you will encounter dolphins, sea lions and even whales - depending on the season, blue whales, humpback whales and/or fin whales. Leaping mobulas (small rays) and schools of flying fish are not uncommon. Ospreys, brown pelicans and blue-footed boobies circle above the islands, waiting for their prey. We will make stops in secluded bays, ideal for sunbathing and swimming in the crystal-clear water. On board, we will pamper you with local snacks and refreshing drinks, while you enjoy the maritime beauty of this unique island world. A real paradise for nature lovers and photographers! 26 Extensive boat trip to the Blue Whale Expedition Duration: 07:00 h · Level: Difficult The period from mid-February to mid-March offers you the opportunity to observe various species of whales and dolphins off the coast of the Gulf of California. Even the largest mammal in the world, the blue whale, comes here during this time. Enjoy an extended boat trip to the southern tip of Isla Carmen at “Bahía de Loreto” national park. 27 Excursion to López Mateos with whale watching Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Medium The narrow strait of López Mateos is constantly teeming with whales passing to and from. Pangas take you out on the lagoon where you can observe the gray whales closeup. Your excursion may be wet and exhausting, but it is very much worthwhile and absolutely fascinating. 28 López Mateos and observation of the nature there Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Medium In the narrow strait between the lakes many marine mammals and fish are constantly passing. With Panga boats we head out into the lagoon. We explore the Magdalena Bay to learn about the ecosystem of the mangrove and its bird life. You watch sea turtles, dolphins and sea lion colonies and enjoy a refreshing swim in the large bay. 29 Boat trip to the island Espíritu Santo Duration: 07:00 h · Level: Medium At the marina of La Paz you board your boat, and in about 90 minutes you reach the uninhabited island of Espíritu Santo. The rugged volcanic island offers stunning views and beautiful beaches as well as unique vegetation. When visiting the sea lion colony at Los Islotes you can snorkel with the playful pups. Enjoy your box lunch on a sandy beach. 30 Gray whale watching in Puerto Chale Duration: 02:00 h · Level:Medium In the sheltered waters between the lagoons, along the Pacific coast, the American whales are in constant transit. With panga boats, you will go out into the lagoon to observe the grey whales up close in their natural environment. Our excursion into the water can be wet and exhausting, but it is very rewarding and absolutely fascinating.
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