TAILOR-MADE LUXURY TRAVEL TO BAJA CALIFORNIA
This sun-soaked desert peninsula lies between the immense Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez, and is one of Mexico’s great wildlife destinations.
Jacques Cousteau famously described the Sea of Cortez as ‘the world’s aquarium’, and it remains extraordinarily rich in marine life: grey and humpback whales migrate here each winter, raucous colonies of sea lions bask in the sun, and dolphins glide through the waves.
On land, steer clear of the glitzy resorts of Cabo in favour of Baja’s quieter corners where you’ll find stark desert peppered with giant Cardon cacti, vast mountains, dusty farming villages, and endless miles of sugary white sand beaches and pristine coves. A 4×4 trip is often the best way to explore.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN BAJA CALIFORNIA
Desert wilderness, whale watching, vineyard stays and some of the most spectacular road trips in the Americas.
Between January and March, grey whales gather in Baja’s remote Pacific lagoons to calve and nurse their young. Spend a few nights glamping on the shores of San Ignacio Lagoon, or explore the Sea of Cortez aboard a private expedition yacht, keeping watch for blue whales, humpbacks, dolphins, sea lions and whale sharks. Offshore, the islands of Espíritu Santo are perfect for kayaking, snorkelling and swimming.
Our favourite way to explore Baja, however, is by road. Drive between giant cardón cacti, empty beaches, surf towns and vineyard valleys, stopping for long lunches in Todos Santos and wine tastings in Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico’s most exciting food and wine region.
Our connections open up further possibilities in the region, from off-road sand buggy adventures over the dunes to a private shark tagging expedition led by an all-female conservation collective. Wherever you go, we’ll pair you with the guides who know Baja best.
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