SARDIN RUN AND MARLINS ADVENTURE

Duration:

Min 4 days, max 7 days

Location:

Loreto & Pacific Coast

Baja California Sur

Season:

Mid Oct, Nov & Dec

Biodiversity

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A whale's tail sticking out of the water in the ocean
A marlin fish swimming underwater surrounded by a school of smaller fish, with a second marlin visible in the background.
A large school of small, striped fish swimming together in the water.
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With the promise of the best winds and crystal-clear visibility, we heed the call of adventure, ready to uncover the hidden treasures that lie beneath the surface of the Gulf of California and the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur.

Guided by our two experienced guides and our local captains, we set our course for the uncharted waters, driven by knowledge and discovery. In the fall, nature's bounty unfolds before us. Small pelagic creatures gather, drawing marine mammals and hungry fish in their wake.

Our team is prepared to explore both sides of Baja California, seeking out aggregations, migrations, and the thriving species that call these waters home : Sardine, mackerel, marlin, sailfish, dolphins, whales, dolphinfish , mobulas, sea-lions and seabirds.

During 4 days, we'll be offshore, ready to understand and learn about the biodiversity and dynamics of this peninsula surrounded by the Gulf of California and the Pacific Ocean.

  • • Marine offshore expeditions: of 6 & 8h duration.

    • 2 Expert Guides: Explore confidently with the guidance of two seasoned experts.

    • Transportation: Transfers are included from Loreto during all expedition days / locations.

    • 4x4 Adventure Van: Enjoy safe & comfortable transportation between activities.

    • Night accommodation: Rest in cozy rooms with double occupancy.

    • 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: Explore the marine world equipped with fins, snorkel, and mask, ultralight towel, personal box lunch and water mug.

    • Small Groups: Benefit from a more personalized experience with a maximum of 6 participants.

    • High quality photos of the expedition.

    • Sardine, mackerel, anchovies baitballs.

    • Billfish: Marlin & Sailfish.

    • Dolphins: Common, pacific white sided, bottlenose.

    • Migrating whales: Humpback, Fin whale, Bryde's.

    • Sealions.

    • Top predators: Sharks & orcas.

    • Sea birds.

    • Transportation.

    • Double occupancy accommodation ( available solo for an extra fee).

    • Ocean expeditions.

    • Breakfast, snacks & lunches.

    • Experienced certified guides.

    • Emergency kit & satellite phone.

    • Courtesy photos of the expedition.

    • Mask, snorkel, fins, weights & belt (weights & belt only provided for certified free divers level II Aida or similar level.

    • Airfare.

    • Airport transfers.

    • Wetsuit.

    • Dinners.

    • Crew gratuity.

    • Good swimming skills in the open ocean.

    • Comfortable being long days in a boat.

    • Comfortable in remote locations.

    • Hat & sunglasses.

    • Rash-guard / windbraker / jacket.

    • Warm clothes.

    • Biodegradable sunscreen.

    • Cameras.

  • 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).

    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: 7 hours 30 minutes (333.6 miles).

    • La Paz to Loreto: 5 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.

Accomodations

Beach huts with thatched roofs and wooden railings on a sandy beach under a partly cloudy sky.
Room with two twin beds, a wooden desk, and a balcony with ocean view.
Interior of a cozy lounge with wooden chairs, small tables, a brick wall with candle-like wall sconces, and large sliding glass doors opening to an outdoor patio with plants.
Hotel room with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a wooden chest at foot of bed, sliding glass door with green curtains leading outside to a garden with trees and cacti, TV with remote on stand.

Your expedition leaders

Leopoldo Sanmiguel | Baja Adventures | Loreto

Leopoldo A. Sanmiguel

Founder
Expedition Leader

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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.”

Certifications:

  • PADI Dive Instructor

  • AIDA certified free divers

  • Certified guides Nom 09

  • CPR and first aid certified

  • Oxygen providers certified

  • Leave no trace instructors certified

  • Silver service certified

  • Gas blender certified

  • Power boat level II certified

*50% deposit required to secure booking

Private expedition up 6 people

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