La Paz to Loreto - Baja Sea Kayaking Trips

Have you ever dreamed of exploring the desert islands that dot the Sea of Cortez? Exploring their uninhabited shores and wildlife rich waters? Well this trip can take you there! We'll camp on five and visit more than 10 different islands as we travel between La Paz and Loreto. Travel from island to island will be via motorized boats while exploration of the islands will
be by kayak, snorkel and on foot.

Trip	Days	2009/2010 Departure Dates	Meeting Place	Cost	Cost (Group/Youth)	Deposit
	9 9	2009 Oct. 24-Nov. 1 Nov. 7-15 2010 March 6-14 April 17-25 May 1-9 Oct. 2-10 Oct. 23-31 Nov. 6-14	La Paz, Mexico	$1,350	N/A	$500.00

**PLEASE NOTE: The above rates do not include any air transportation

Cancellations outside 60 days $250.00 serivice charge per person
Cancellations within 60 days are non-refundable

Expect to see dolphins by the hundreds, sea lions sunning on rocky pinnacles, mantas leaping from the water's surface and on spring trips very possibly blue, humpback, sperm or fin whales as we cruise from island to island. Upon arrival at each island camp, we'll launch our kayaks, don our masks and snorkels or hike to a pinnacle for a look at each extraordinary new island. Espiritu Santo, Los Islotes, San Francisco, Pardito, San Jose, Puerto Gato, Santa Catalina, Monserrat and Danzante are just a few of our destinations.

Meals are a combination of the best of American and Mexican traditions prepared with fresh local ingredients. Barbecued chicken, fresh fish Vera Cruz style, grilled steak tacos accompanied by guacamole and a variety of Mexican salsas, plus fresh soups and salads are just a few examples of our tasty menus. The skiffs allow us to bring large blocks of ice to store fresh produce and indulge in luxuries such as cold sodas, juice and beer. Each evening we serve a cocktail and appetizer for "happy hour" so you can enjoy the spectacular Baja sunset while sipping an ice cold Margarita! Special diets are easily accommodated due to the variety of foods we are able to store with a skiff-supported trip.

Explore the giant barrel cactus of Santa Catalina and the fossilized shell beach of Monserrat, snorkel with the playful sea lions of Los Islotes, kayak below the smooth, red sandstone cliffs of San Jose and into the hidden coves and white sand beaches of San Francisco. Visit the tranquil fishing villages of Pardito and Tembabichi. On this trip you'll see it all so don't miss this unique opportunity to explore the magic islands of the Sea of Cortez with your local Baja experts.

SAMPLE ITINERARY: One of the advantages of a sea kayaking trip is the flexibility of the daily itinerary. It can vary widely from one trip to the next based on group desires and Mother Nature.

DAY 1: Leave USA and fly to La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico. Taxi to the hotel. Evening on your own to explore La Paz.

DAY 2: Early breakfast at hotel. You will be picked up at the hotel and transferred to Espiritu Santo Island via boat (1 to 2 hours). Lunch upon arrival at camp. Afternoon orientation of the camp and kayaking followed by a short paddle, snorkel or swim.

DAYS 3-7: Moving from island to island via motorized boat each day, with kayaking, snorkeling, fishing or hiking upon arrival. From Espiritu Santo to San Francisco we will anchor at Los Islotes, a sea lion rookery, for a fantastic snorkel with these friendly, playful critters. From here we travel to the islands of San Francisco, San Jose, the beautiful beach of Puerto Gato on the coastline of Baja, visit Santa Catalina Island and continue on to camp on Monserrat and Danzante Islands.

DAY 8: Morning options of paddling or snorkeling. After lunch, transfer from Danzante to Loreto via boat and van (1 hour). Check into the hotel. Afternoon on your own to shower and explore the tranquil town of Loreto before the evening farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

DAY 9: Morning on your own then transfer from hotel to airport for afternoon flight to the USA.