LORETO LAND AND SEA EXPEDITION
Included: 4 expeditions, 3 nights of double-occupancy accommodation, transportation, two expert bilingual guides, light breakfasts, healthy snacks and lunches, expedition gear, and high-quality photography.
DURATION:
4 days - 3 nights
LOCATION:
Loreto Bay National park and Sierra de la Giganta, Baja California Sur, MX
SEASON:
April to December
Price per person with accomodation (3 nights,exeditions & transportation):
March to June and December
$23,500 MXN / $1380 USD
July to November
$21,500 MXN / $1265 USD
Price per person without accomodation (exeditions & transportation)
March to June and December
$19,300 MXN / $1135 USD
July to November
$17,300 MXN / $1000 USD
BIODIVERSITY + LANDSCAPE
ABOUT THE EXPEDITION
Discover the wonders of Loreto: Islands, canyons, oases, coasts and biodiversity with expert guides.
4 Days · 4 Signature Adventures
2 immersive marine expeditions in Loreto Bay National Park (click here for details)
1 canyon adventure through ancient desert landscapes (click here for details)
1 Sierra de la Giganta adventure: culture, gastronomy, and mule trekking (click here for details)
In a world filled with noise and chaos, it's time to escape and reconnect with the serenity of nature. Loreto, Baja California Sur, offers a tranquil haven nestled between the majestic Sierra de la Giganta mountains and the stunning Gulf of California. This extraordinary 4-day expedition invites you to immerse yourself in the region's rich biodiversity, exploring hidden corners of the peninsula accessible only by super panga, foot, over-lading, or mule.
Explore in a small group with certified bilingual guides, professional‑grade gear, and comfortable boat and van support as you snorkel with dolphins and sea lions, look for wildlife, cross desert canyons and oases, and share meals and rides with local ranchers and captains. This is ethical, low‑impact, regenerative tourism where you actively contribute to citizen science while experiencing Baja’s colors, sounds, culture, and wildlife up close..
ABOUT THE EXPEDITION
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• 2 Marine offshore expeditions: 7h duration.
• 2 Land expeditions: of 5h & 9h duration.
• 2 Expert Guides: Explore confidently with the guidance of two seasoned experts.
• 4X4 Transportation: Transfers are included from Loreto during all expedition days / locations
• 3 night accommodation: Rest in cozy rooms with double occupancy in Loreto downtown.
• 4 Light Breakfast & lunch : Fuel your days with included light breakfasts and lunches
• Safety Measures: Stay secure with provided emergency kits and a satellite phone.
• Expedition Gear: Binoculars, ultralight towel, snorkel gear, personal box lunch and aluminum water mug and snorkel gear.
• Small Group: Benefit from a more personalized experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
• Courtesy photographs of the expedition
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Day 1: Meet in Loreto at noon, followed by a group lunch, an expedition workshop and a canyon hike (5 h)
Accommodation: Loreto
Day 2: Offshore marine expedition in Loreto bay National Park & Islands, seeking wildlife encounters and sightings, with a lunch stop on a picturesque island. (7 hours)
Accommodation: Loreto
Day 3: Offshore marine expedition in the Gulf of California towards San Bruno and San Basilio, seeking wildlife encounters and sightings, with a lunch stop on a picturesque beach. (7 hours)
Accommodation: Loreto
Day 4: Transfer from Loreto to the Sierra de la Giganta for a biocultural mule expedition, including a visit to a tranquil oasis, the historic San Javier Mission, and a locally-sourced lunch. (8h)
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Sardine, mackerel, anchovies baitballs
Billfish: Marlin & Sailfish
Dolphins: Common, pacific white sided, bottlenose.
Mobulas and rays
Migrating whales: Humpback, Fin whale, Bryde's, Sperm whales
California sealions
Top predators: sharks & orcas
Sea birds: Cormorants, pelicans, osprey, blue footed booby.
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4x4 Transportation
3 nights double occupancy accommodation ( available solo for an extra fee)
2 Ocean expeditions
2 Land expeditions
Breakfast, healthy snacks & lunches during marine expeditions and lunch and snacks during land expeditions
National park fees
Experienced bilingual certified guides
Emergency kit & satellite phone
Expedition gear: Mask, snorkel, fins, binoculars, ultralight towel, personal aluminum water mug, educational materials
20 courtesy photos of the itinerary
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Airfare
Airport transfers
Wetsuit
Dinners
Crew gratuity
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Good swimming skills in the open ocean
Comfortable being long days in a boat
Comfortable in remote locations
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Hat & sunglasses
Rash-guard / windbreaker / jacket
Comfortable hiking shoes
Warm clothes
Biodegradable sunscreen
Cameras
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By Plane: Loreto Airport (LTO)
Alaska Airlines
Route
: Los Angeles - Loreto
Frequency
: 4 Flights/Week (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday)
Route
: San Francisco - Loreto
Frequency
: 1 Flight/Week (Saturday)
American Airlines
Route
: Phoenix - Loreto
Frequency
: 3 Flights/Week (Monday, Thursday, Saturday)
Route
: Dallas - Loreto
Frequency
: 1 Flight/Week (Saturday)
WestJet
Route
: Calgary - Loreto
Frequency
: 1 Flight/Week (Tuesday)
Aerocalafia
Route
: Tijuana - Loreto
Frequency
: 2 Flights/Week (Monday & Friday)
Route
: La Paz - Loreto
Frequency
: 2 Flights/Week (Monday & Friday)
Volaris
Route
: Tijuana - Loreto
Frequency
: 2 Flights/Week (Sunday & Thursday)
Route
: Guadalajara - Loreto
Frequency
: 2 Flights/Week
By Bus
Two main bus lines operate from Tijuana to Los Cabos:
By Car
Los Cabos to Loreto
: 5 hours 30 minutes (333.6 miles)
La Paz to Loreto
: 3 hours 30 minutes (221.2 miles)
Tijuana to Loreto
: 12 hours 30 minutes (693.4 miles)
Other Options
You can also consider flying into La Paz or Cabo San Lucas airports, which are relatively close to Loreto.
ACCOMODATION
Our itineraries include accommodation in cozy, beautifully decorated studios and suites located in the heart of downtown Loreto. Just a short walk from the beach and the historic first mission of Baja California Sur, these units offer comfort, safety, and easy access to shops and restaurants, perfect for relaxing after your adventures.
4x4 Adventure van
On our land expeditions, we provide premium 4x4 transportation led by experienced drivers. Our foremost focus is on ensuring your safety and comfort, be it conquering challenging terrain, averting overloading, or immersing yourself in a safari-style journey during your transfers.
Our expedition boat
La Puma is our 27-foot expedition boat, designed for marine exploration and adventure. This boat comfortably accommodates 9 passengers and 3 crew members, making it perfect for group or family expeditions, scientific research, photography, and production work. Operating in the National Park of Loreto Bay, La Puma is equipped for long-distance journeys, featuring ample shaded areas and an onboard wc for your convenience.
YOUR EXPEDITION LEADERS
Leopoldo A. Sanmiguel
Founder
Expedition Leader
Regina Domingo
Director
Wildlife Expedition Leader
At Baja Adventures, we don’t have tour guides — we have expedition experts and certified leaders.
Regi and Leo are both locally based in Baja, and have been developing ecotourism adventures for 15+ years, and know intimately the Peninsula by the backs of their hands.
“We’re here to take the hassle out of your itinerary, keep you safe, and help create lifelong memories.”
PRICE PER PERSON:
March to June $23,500 MXN / $1,270 USD
July to December $21,500 MXN / $1,160 USD
This itinerary can be booked privately for families or friends, or shared with solo travelers. Contact our team for availability, or click below to explore shared calendar options!
*The price in USD is subject to daily exchange rates and may vary; the listed price is only a tentative estimate.
*50% deposit required to secure booking
Minimum of 4 participants required to operate collective itineraries (bookings may be shared for groups of up to 7 participants).
A private group option is also available with a minimum of 5.5 paid spots required (for groups of 1 to 5 participants). Private groups of 6 or 7 participants will be charged at full participant attendance rates.
