Welcome to Baja California Sur!
Today you'll arrive at the airport in San Jose del Cabo where you will be met by your guide and transferred to La Paz and Hotel Catedral, about a 2.5 hour drive. Upon arrival we'll get you get settled into your rooms then head out on the town for a delicious welcome dinner. During dinner your guides will host a trip briefing, outlining the adventures to come.
Swim with Whale Sharks / Mural Tour / Sandboarding
We'll start off this incredible week of adventure by swimming with whale sharks, so named because at up to 59 feet and 15 tons they are definitely a whale of a shark. In fact, they are the largest fish in the world. And while your mother probably told you to stay away from sharks, these gentle giants are only interested in plankton – all human flesh is safe!
After lunch we’ll enjoy a walking tour of the murals of La Paz with renowned local mural artist Uli Martinez, learning some of the history of the town through the stories they tell. At sunset we'll head out for sandboarding at El Magote. With dunes of up to 100 feet (30.5 meters) and spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez, El Mogote is a wonderful spot for this super fun adventure. In addition to the giant dunes there are plenty of smaller and mid-sized dunes so everyone can enjoy sand boarding at their own level.
Dinner out on the town!
Sea of Cortez and Camp Cecil Adventure!
We're off to Isla Espiritu Santo and Camp Cecil today! After breakfast we'll go to our bodega to get snorkeling gear and wet suits, then it's on to the boats and out into the Sea of Cortez!
Camp Cecil is on Isla Espiritu Santo which is in a National Marine Park, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is one of the best marine life viewing destinations in the world. Whales, dolphins, whale sharks, sea turtles, manta rays and plenty of beautiful tropical fish call the surrounding waters home, while a terrific range of bird species including Blue-footed Boobies, Reddish Egrets, Great Blue Herons and Yellow-footed Gulls frequent the island’s skies and shores. The island itself is stunning, with magnificent towering cliffs, spectacular sandy bays, amazing lava rock formations, and rock art left by the now-extinct Guaycura and Pericu Indians. There’s even an endemic ring-tailed cat, the babisuri. It’s a remarkable place to explore. We’ll spend the days doing exactly what pleases us - kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, swimming with sea lions, stand up paddle boarding, bird watching, and exploring hidden lagoons and desert beaches.
Another day of island riches. Perhaps paddle board with sea turtles, or snorkel with sea lions, maybe spot some whales, or dance with some Blue-footed Boobies. Whatever surprises the day may hold, you can be sure that it will also include magnificent food and drink!
Transfer to Todos Santos / Mexican Cooking Class
Today we'll return from Camp Cecil and make our way to Todos Santos where we'll have free time in the afternoon to explore the shops and art galleries of this pueblo magico.
This evening Local lawyer turned chef Iker Algorri, author of Cooking Adventures in Baja California Sur and chef-in-residence at Los Colibris Casitas, will lead a wonderful Mexican Survival Cooking Class. The emphasis is on having as much fun as humanly possible, learning to make the perfect margarita, and gaining the skill to make some truly memorable Mexican dishes following Chef Iker’s cooking philosophy, the Magnificence of Simplicity. You’ll also probably learn about some great Latin music you’ve never heard before. But be warned – dancing often known to follow!
Say adios but not good-bye. Transfer to the airport.
