Native Trails MyTrails 2026 34 Baja California Sur 30 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. 31 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. 32 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. 33 Puerto Chale with nature observations Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Medium In the sheltered waters between the lagoons along the Pacific coast, many marine mammals and fish are in constant transit. You will take a panga boat out to Magdalena Bay to get to know the mangrove ecosystem and its birdlife. You will observe sea turtles, dolphins and sea lion colonies and enjoy a refreshing swim in the expansive bay. 34 Hike along the Beaches of Balandra Duration: 05:00 h · Level: Medium The beaches of Balandra are lined with various mangrove species. During your hike, you get to know a delicate ecosystem. The unique fauna and flora in the bay and the close surroundings will stay in your memory for a long time. 35 Visit to a pearl farm Duration: 03:00 h · Level: Easy In the 16th century, the black pearls of Baja California were world-famous and highly coveted. Due to overfishing and after a mysterious oyster die-off in the 1930s, the trade came to a complete standstill. New pearl farms have been established in recent years, and you will visit one of them in Pichilingue. Here you will get informative insights into the history of pearl farming, the different types and methods of farming, as well as their quality criteria. Particular attention is paid to environmental protection and sustainability in order to protect the oysters and their accompanying fauna. 36 Whale sharks in the Bahía de La Paz Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Medium Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are the largest fish in the world. They can be up to 15 m (ca. 50 ft.) long and weigh up to 10 tons. They are peaceable and curious. Each year from November to February, you can observe the sharks in the Bahía de La Paz with certified boaters and – given the appropriate permission – even snorkel with them. Whale sharks are also called “gentle giants” because they feed exclusively on plankton. 37 Sightseeing tour in La Paz Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Easy La Paz, the most Mexican community on the desert peninsula of Baja California, is a tranquil town and famous for its picturesque sunsets. Shady coconut palms and laurel trees, the fragrance of acacias, rosewood and royal poincianas, and the ever-blowing light breeze, the coromuel, give the town a pleasant lightness. Stroll along the waterfront promenade, the Malecón, and visit the Plaza with the cathedral and its rose-colored belfries.
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