Average rating Sea Kayaking in Baja, Mexico

sea kayaking in Baja

The islands in the Sea of Cortez in the Baja Peninsula offer a treasure trove of marine activities and some of the most beautiful scenery in the Northern Hemisphere - a great way to tour them is by kayak, staying in a mix of luxury campsites and hotels in the town of Loreto.

There are almost 100 islands in the Californian Gulf, with half of them protected as ultra bio diverse reserve sites and all of them surrounded by crystal blue seas. The weather is temperate all year round and enjoys calmer seas thanks to its shielding by the peninsula itself. This tour sees you paddling in Loreto Bay National Marine Park which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the only one of its kind in Baja.

The tour is well designed to show off the amazing marine animals that visit this secluded paradise, all the while kayaking through easy-going and clear waters and marvelling at the enchanting backdrops of the lush islands. For three nights of the tour you’ll return after a day on the water to a luxury campsite, sipping on cocktails as the sun sets on the horizon and talking about the day’s adventure.

This six day tour is a great introduction to the Sea of Cortez and the myriad of things to see in the region. Aside from the kayaking integral to the itinerary, high on the list of recommendations is the snorkelling - due to the great conservation rules that have been implemented in the last few years, the region is now seeing a return to its unique biodiversity which was once threatened due to over fishing. Hiking is also a worthwhile activity, since there are large colonies of birds endemic to the region as well as a staggering number of rare plant species - some 3,500 in total, many of them found nowhere else on Earth.

There are a few limitations imposed on the trip with regards to physicality. Ideally you are over 14 and under 70, physically fit and not overweight. Although you don’t need previous kayak experience (it‘s an easy and fun skill to learn), you’ll find the tour easier if you have a degree of upper body fitness.

This trip is supported by a motorboat, meaning that all of your gear will be transported ahead by boat so your kayak will be lighter.

Getting there

International flights service to Loreto, the start and end point of the tour.

Price includes

Two nights of hotel accommodation in Loreto, three nights of open-air camping, airport transfer at start of tour, all sleeping bags/camping/kayak gear, meals at camp, guided instruction for the duration of the tour

Price details

Children (from 14 years) cost $895

Comfort level

Down to earth (hostels, camping, huts)

Experience required

A reasonable level of fitness and interest is all that is needed

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  1. Available Extras (select on next page)

    • Single Room Supplement from £60.0pp

    • Snorkel Gear and Wetsuit Hire from £14.0pp

  2. Available Extras (select on next page)

    • Single Room Supplement from £60.0pp

    • Snorkel Gear and Wetsuit Hire from £14.0pp

  3. Available Extras (select on next page)

    • Single Room Supplement from £60.0pp More info

      Single supplement applies for single rooms for the two hotel nights in Loreto.

    • Snorkel Gear and Wetsuit Hire from £14.0pp

  4. Available Extras (select on next page)

    • Snorkel Gear and Wetsuit Hire from £14.0pp

6-Day Motorboat Supported (from £660)

6-day tour includes 4 days of motorboat-supported sea kayaking with 3 nights camping. Sea of Cortez camping tours include 2 nights hotel in Loreto (based on double occupancy), arrival airport transfer, sleeping bags/camping/ kayak gear & instruction, naturalist guides, meals at camp, taxes. National Park Fee not included. Trips with 6 or fewer guests are subject to a $150 per person surcharge. Read more

6-day tour includes 4 days of motorboat-supported sea kayaking with 3 nights camping. Sea of Cortez camping tours include 2 nights hotel in Loreto (based on double occupancy), arrival airport transfer, sleeping bags/camping/ kayak gear & instruction, naturalist guides, meals at camp, taxes. National Park Fee not included. Trips with 6 or fewer guests are subject to a $150 per person surcharge.

Day 1: Arrival in Loreto airport. You'll be greeted by our ground service and transported to the hotel. Check into pre-assigned rooms. Pre-trip meeting at the hotel later in evening (ground service and hotel rooms included in trip cost).

Day 2: In the morning we'll meet for breakfast then you'll board our van and ride to the launch site. We'll teach you the basics of paddling and thoroughly review safety setting out procedures before launching kayaks. Paddle to our first night's campsite.

Days 3-4: Our days begin with spectacular sunrises and end with delightfully cool evenings. We'll spend our mornings kayaking to a new campsite. After lunch there is plenty of time to snorkel, hike, swim or relax with a good book. Evenings find us feasting on delicious fresh food and enjoying margaritas as the sun sets on the horizon.

Day 5: After a final lunch, we break camp and paddle to our take-out site around 2 p.m. Load van and proceed to Loreto. Check into hotel. No host farewell group dinner at a favorite local restaurant.

Day 6: You are on your own for transportation to the airport for your flight homeward. You can use C&C English-speaking, air conditioned van transport for $8 each, or taxis (Spanish-speaking) are easily found, approximately $5-6/person; BUT depart for the airport no later than 2 hours before flight.

* Note on Itinerary: The itinerary may change due to reasons beyond our control such as wind, waves or inclement weather

8-Day Expedition (from £830)

8-day tour includes 6 days of self-supported sea kayaking with 5 nights camping. Sea of Cortez camping tours include 2 nights hotel in Loreto (based on double occupancy, single supplement applies), arrival airport transfer, sleeping bags/camping/ kayak gear and instruction, naturalist guides, meals at camp, taxes. National Park Fee paid seperately is $25. Departures with 6 or fewer guests are subject to a $150 surcharge. Read more

8-day tour includes 6 days of self-supported sea kayaking with 5 nights camping. Sea of Cortez camping tours include 2 nights hotel in Loreto (based on double occupancy, single supplement applies), arrival airport transfer, sleeping bags/camping/ kayak gear and instruction, naturalist guides, meals at camp, taxes. National Park Fee paid seperately is $25. Departures with 6 or fewer guests are subject to a $150 surcharge.

Day 1: Arrival in Loreto airport. You'll be greeted by our ground service and transported to the hotel. Check into pre-assigned rooms. Pre-trip meeting at the hotel later in evening (ground service and hotel rooms included in trip cost).

Day 2: In the morning we'll meet for breakfast then you'll board our van and ride to the launch site. We'll teach you the basics of paddling and thoroughly review safety setting out procedures before launching kayaks. Paddle to our first night's campsite.

Days 3-6: Our days begin with spectacular sunrises and end with delightfully cool evenings. We'll spend our mornings kayaking to a new campsite. After lunch there is plenty of time to snorkel, hike, swim or relax with a good book. Evenings find us feasting on delicious fresh food and enjoying margaritas as the sun sets on the horizon.

Day 7: After a final lunch, we break camp and paddle to our take-out site around 2 p.m. Load van and proceed to Loreto. Check into hotel. No host farewell group dinner at a favorite local restaurant.

Day 8: You are on your own for transportation to the airport for your flight homeward. You can use C&C English-speaking, air conditioned van transport for $8 each, or taxis (Spanish-speaking) are easily found, approximately $5-6/person; BUT depart for the airport no later than 2 hours before flight.

* Note on Itinerary: The itinerary may change due to reasons beyond our control such as wind, waves or inclement weather.

8-Day Motorboat Supported (from £860)

8-day tour includes 6 days of motorboat-supported sea kayaking with 5 nights camping. Sea of Cortez camping tours include 2 nights hotel in Loreto (based on double occupancy, single supplement applies), arrival airport transfer, sleeping bags/camping/ kayak gear & instruction, naturalist guides, meals at camp, taxes. National Park Fee $25 paid seperately. Motorboat carries larger items ahead to camp. Dates with 6 or fewer guests will be subject to a $150 per person surcharge. Read more

8-day tour includes 6 days of motorboat-supported sea kayaking with 5 nights camping. Sea of Cortez camping tours include 2 nights hotel in Loreto (based on double occupancy, single supplement applies), arrival airport transfer, sleeping bags/camping/ kayak gear & instruction, naturalist guides, meals at camp, taxes. National Park Fee $25 paid seperately. Motorboat carries larger items ahead to camp. Dates with 6 or fewer guests will be subject to a $150 per person surcharge.

Day 1: Arrival in Loreto airport. You'll be greeted by our ground service and transported to the hotel. Check into pre-assigned rooms. Pre-trip meeting at the hotel later in evening (ground service and hotel rooms included in trip cost).

Day 2: In the morning we'll meet for breakfast then you'll board our van and ride to the launch site. We'll teach you the basics of paddling and thoroughly review safety setting out procedures before launching kayaks. Paddle to our first night's campsite.

Days 3-6: Our days begin with spectacular sunrises and end with delightfully cool evenings. We'll spend our mornings kayaking to a new campsite. After lunch there is plenty of time to snorkel, hike, swim or relax with a good book. Evenings find us feasting on delicious fresh food and enjoying margaritas as the sun sets on the horizon.

Day 7: After a final lunch, we break camp and paddle to our take-out site around 2 p.m. Load van and proceed to Loreto. Check into hotel. No host farewell group dinner at a favorite local restaurant.

Day 8: You are on your own for transportation to the airport for your flight homeward. You can use C&C English-speaking, air conditioned van transport for $8 each, or taxis (Spanish-speaking) are easily found, approximately $5-6/person; BUT depart for the airport no later than 2 hours before flight.

* Note on Itinerary: The itinerary may change due to reasons beyond our control such as wind, waves or inclement weather.

Family 8-Day Motorboat Supported (from £860)

8-day tour specifically for families includes 6 days of motorboat-supported sea kayaking with 5 nights camping. Sea of Cortez camping tours include 2 nights hotel in Loreto (based on double occupancy, single supplement applies), arrival airport transfer, sleeping bags/camping/ kayak gear & instruction, naturalist guides, meals at camp, taxes. National Park Fee $25 paid seperately. Motorboat carries larger items ahead to camp. Dates with 6 or fewer guests will be subject to a $150 per person surcharge. Read more

8-day tour specifically for families includes 6 days of motorboat-supported sea kayaking with 5 nights camping. Sea of Cortez camping tours include 2 nights hotel in Loreto (based on double occupancy, single supplement applies), arrival airport transfer, sleeping bags/camping/ kayak gear & instruction, naturalist guides, meals at camp, taxes. National Park Fee $25 paid seperately. Motorboat carries larger items ahead to camp. Dates with 6 or fewer guests will be subject to a $150 per person surcharge.

Day 1: Arrival in Loreto airport. You'll be greeted by our ground service and transported to the hotel. Check into pre-assigned rooms. Pre-trip meeting at the hotel later in evening (ground service and hotel rooms included in trip cost).

Day 2: In the morning we'll meet for breakfast then you'll board our van and ride to the launch site. We'll teach you the basics of paddling and thoroughly review safety setting out procedures before launching kayaks. Paddle to our first night's campsite.

Days 3-6: Our days begin with spectacular sunrises and end with delightfully cool evenings. We'll spend our mornings kayaking to a new campsite. After lunch there is plenty of time to snorkel, hike, swim or relax with a good book. Evenings find us feasting on delicious fresh food and enjoying margaritas as the sun sets on the horizon.

Day 7: After a final lunch, we break camp and paddle to our take-out site around 2 p.m. Load van and proceed to Loreto. Check into hotel. No host farewell group dinner at a favorite local restaurant.

Day 8: You are on your own for transportation to the airport for your flight homeward. You can use C&C English-speaking, air conditioned van transport for $8 each, or taxis (Spanish-speaking) are easily found, approximately $5-6/person; BUT depart for the airport no later than 2 hours before flight.

* Note on Itinerary: The itinerary may change due to reasons beyond our control such as wind, waves or inclement weather.

Prices from
660 GBP (6 days) per person

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