MAR 23 - WELCOME TO LORETO, BAJA CA Sur

  Meet for happy hour today at the hotel for Orientation and Happy Hour at 5pm (check-in available by 3pm, sometimes earlier). This evening is free for you to tour the plaza and have dinner on your own or join our guide at the hotel for a group dinner (dinner not included).

Loreto Seaside Historic Baja Town - The town of Loreto offers a rich mix of Old Mission traditions, adventure driven lifestyles, with a wealth of Mexican Culture. Loreto was the first capital of the Californias, and the historic “Our Lady of Loreto” Mission, located in Loreto’s town square is still open to the public and for daily use. Loreto’s beautiful location is nestled between the Sea of Cortez and the Sierra de la Giganta Mountain range, giving visitors a unique mix between ocean and mountain activities.

Overnight: LA MISON HOTEL- THE ULTIMATE LUXURY IN LORETO

Mar 24: Road Trip to San Ignacio Lagoon

Early morning buffet breakfast overlooking the Sea of Cortez. The buffet includes regional cuisine, eggs, fresh fruit, juices, coffee and a wide variety of options. After breakfast, we depart for San Ignacio Lagoon on a scenic road trip stopping at the town of San Ignacio (oasis in the desert) for lunch. You arrive San Ignacio Lagoon for orientation in the afternoon, Happy Hour and then dinner.

Early morning buffet breakfast overlooking the Sea of Cortez. The buffet includes regional cuisine, eggs, fresh fruit, juices, coffee and a wide variety of options. After breakfast, we depart for San Ignacio Lagoon on a scenic road trip stopping at the town of San Ignacio for lunch. You arrive San Ignacio Lagoon for orientation in the afternoon, Happy Hour and then dinner.

Overnight: LA MISON HOTEL

Mar 25-27: Full Days Whale Watching and Other Activities at Campo Cortez Ecolodge

3 full days & nights including 6 whale watching trips. Group led tide-pool exploration, guide presentations after happy hour and home-made tortillas and local meals. Beer/Soda and wine are all included. Experience Whale watching twice daily with total of 6 whale watches to give you the best opportunity to see the whales up-close. After whale watching, simply relax and absorb the ancient unbroken rhythms of the lagoon and its splendid wildlife; wander the shell-strewn beaches; join an afternoon low tide exploration; play games; take a natural history excursion with our guides; or simply relax. All Activities & times will be listed in the Palapa on our Activity Board.

Campo Cortez Our Private Ecolodge - Discover the unparalleled experience offered by Campo Cortez Ecolodge – your gateway to an unforgettable adventure at San Ignacio Lagoon. As a locally owned and operated company, we pride ourselves on our exceptional location, modern amenities, and commitment to sustainable practices. Nestled on the outskirts of civilization, Campo Cortez Ecolodge provides a unique blend of comfort and environmental consciousness. Our off-the-grid community has been powered by solar and wind energy for over 30 years, ensuring a clean and renewable source of power. Constructed using traditional building methods and local materials, our palapa serves as the central gathering point for daily activities and meals.

With our state-of-the-art solar generation system, you'll have access to 110 AC or 12-volt DC power for all your charging needs. Whether it's your phone, video camera, or computer, you can conveniently recharge them in the dining palapa or your cabin during the day. Our facilities feature hot showers, flushing marine toilets, and numerous hand washing stations, providing modern comforts in harmony with the surrounding environment. Stay connected with our STARLINK internet service, ensuring you can share your memorable moments and stay in touch with loved ones.

Take advantage of our prime location to explore our trails for walking, hiking, and strolling on the beach. Join our tide-pooling excursions, where you'll discover fascinating marine life and even try your hand at chocolate clam hunting during our weekly clam and oyster bake.

Daily Ecolodge Schedule:  Whale watching is always the highlight of course but walk through a typical day at Campo Cortez to get a feel for what’s in store.

After a restful night's sleep under an enormous star-filled sky in your private solar-powered cabin, you’ll wake to a spectacular sunrise. Coffee, tea, oatmeal, and yogurt are always available in the dining area by 6:30 am or earlier and Fresh fruit is to follow just before breakfast. By 8:00 am a hearty, hot breakfast is served and good conversation amongst other guests is enjoyed. During the mornings you’ll be able to watch the magic of the tide as coyotes and birds begin feeding in the tidal zone – easily viewable from the dining palapa or the porch of your cabin.

Birds include Brandt Geese, Great Blue and White Herons, Reddish Egrets, Ospreys fishing and Cormorants feeding on sea grass to name but a few. Your first whale-watching trip usually begins around 9:00 am where we take a short 10-minute boat ride to the designated whale-watching zone for some incredible encounters with mother gray whales and their calves.

• 7:00am Coffee, cereals, fruit
• 8:00am Hot breakfast
• 8:45am Whale watching
• 12:00pm Lunch
• 2:00pm Whale watching
• 5:00pm Happy hour
• 6:00pm Dinner
• 9:00pm Lights out - Palapa

The schedule WILL vary day to day based on tide movements and weather

Ecolodge Activities:

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Guided tide pool exploration & critter hunts

• Naturalist led excursions & lectures
• Up close whale observation & petting
• Happy hour & incredible sunsets
• Hike to Gray Whale boneyard
• Beach strolling and dark sky constellation gazing
• Bird watching

Mar 26:  Say Goodbye to Campo Cortez and Travel Day back to Loreto

 Depart Campo Cortez after breakfast and drive to San Ignacio Town where you will have a chance to walk around the town plaza, see the historic Jesuit 17th century mission, and have lunch before departing for the return road trip to Loreto. Dinner on your own in the evening or join our guide for farewell group dinner (dinner not included)

Overnight: LA MISON HOTEL

Mar 27: Farewell and travel home

Buffet Breakfast included at Hotel La Mision. Some guests will stay on and continue their adventure in Loreto on their own or we have a morning shuttle to the airport for individual flights home.