Choose your style of a trip—a scheduled 3-night itinerary or a flexible itinerary where you can choose your departure date and length of stay.

Option 1—Flexible itinerary:

Day 1 ~ La Paz to Espiritu Santo Island Eco-Camp
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel on departure day (if you make your own hotel arrangements you will need to take a taxi to the warehouse) and we will head to the warehouse for our orientation and fit you for your snorkeling gear. A morning boat ride takes you to Espiritu Santo Island, designated a global conservation priority by The Nature Conservancy because of its unique biological diversity. Once you arrive at camp, we take care of everything! (L/D)

Espiritu Santo Island Eco-Camp
Because you customize your own itinerary, each day will be a new adventure. Here's an example of a typical day on the island: Awake to an awe inspiring sunrise, accompanied by freshly made coffee and pastries. Participate in an early morning hike up the ochre- colored canyon to see the first of the many great bird sightings; canyon wrens and endemic hummingbirds fill the cardon cacti and wild fig trees. Rinse off in the historic well built by the shark fishermen of the 20th century.

Around 8 am, we eat a hearty breakfast of chilaquiles, beans, tortillas, and fruit. Today we will paddle to La Partida, the isthmus of the volcanic archipelago. After our paddle, the support skiff arrives with our hot lunch and a cooler full of refreshments (cervezas included!). Our cooks know how to please the active body, beginning with a healthy vegetable soup, then a main course of freshly caught fish prepared in the Veracruz style, accompanied by a salad with fresh greens.

After a short siesta in the shade, we will leave our kayaks and load up in the skiffs to head out to Los Islotes, the northern island and home to hundreds of playful sea lions and species of tropical fish and invertebrates. Los Islotes is sure to thrill even the most experienced snorkelers and divers. As soon as your face touches the water, your eyes will feast on the diverse marine life in this underwater world. Schools of herring and anchovies pulse through the open waters, parrotfish, surgeon fish, and hawkfish graze the coral and sand below, and sea stars and sea urchins dot the rocky underground cliffs. If conditions permit, snorkel or dive through the passageway; its walls are filled with gorgoniums, coral and sea stars, and curious sea lions swim right by. You'll emerge feeling inspired by this special sanctuary. 

Enjoy cold refreshments and some snacks as we head back to our kayaks. You choose if you would like to paddle or ride in the skiff back to camp. We have solar showers waiting and happy hour comes often at camp. When you hear the call, gather for some of the best margaritas and snacks like jicama with Tajin seasoning or natural popcorn with a touch of salt. The beach becomes a stage set for the dining pelicans, watch as they dive-bomb in unison and miraculously bob up to the surface to swallow their freshly caught fish.

As the sun dips into the sea, we are preparing yet another culinary delight. Even vegetarians will be stuffed by the end of this meal accompanied by fresh guacamole, salsa Mexicana, creamy chayote squash with cheese, pickled onions, radishes, and fresh spicy salsa, and corn and flour tortillas. Enjoy the refreshment of your choice: local Baja wine, beer, sodas, or ice cold water. Right when you think it’s all over, the chef appears with a delightful dessert! Incredible! Before you stumble to your safari style walk-in tent, take a second to appreciate the never ending array of stars. Picking out the old stand-bys, Orion, the Big Dipper and Cassiopeia become a lot more difficult when every inch of the sky is illuminated. Finally, as you melt into your comfy raised cot, take a moment to relive the days adventures and start dreaming of the day to come. (B/L/D daily)

Departure Day ~ Espiritu Santo Island Eco-Camp to La Paz
The morning finds you kayaking, swimming, hiking or snorkeling to savor the last moments of this incredible getaway. We return to La Paz by boat at mid-day after lunch for flights out or check-in to your hotel. (B/L)

This is a general itinerary and is subject to change. Hotels nights and some optional activities are not included in the trip fee.
Trip begins and ends in La Paz. Customize your trip length—minimum two night stay.

Option 2—Scheduled departure dates (For 2011, these include February 7-10 and February 21-24. These dates are ideal for an extension to MagBay before or after the trip.):

Day 1 ~ La Paz to Espiritu Santo Island Base Camp
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel on departure day (if you make your own hotel arrangements you will need to take a taxi to the warehouse) and we will head to the warehouse for our orientation and fit you for your snorkeling gear. A morning boat ride takes you to Espiritu Santo Island, designated a global conservation priority by The Nature Conservancy because of its unique biological diversity. Once we arrive at camp, you'll have an orientation to camp procedures, assignment of tents and a safety briefing. Tonight you’ll enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Sea of Cortez while the staff prepares a delicious welcome dinner. (B/L/D)

Day 2 - 3 ~ Espiritu Santo Island Base Camp
After instruction in sea kayaking basics—and a dunk test— you’ll begin to paddle, exploring nearby turquoise lagoons and deserted beaches. From camp, you'll kayak along the shoreline to explore hidden coves, snorkel among dazzling fish, head to Los Islotes to swim and snorkel with the sea lions (an experience you'll never forget), visit a fresh water well for a rinse, and hike through gorgeous canyons up to high ridges for inspiring views. At evening "happy hours" you'll sip drinks and enjoy appetizers while watching a spectacular Baja sunset before feasting on a delicious dinner made with fresh local ingredients. (B/L/D daily)

Day 4 ~ Espiritu Santo Island Base Camp to La Paz
The morning finds you kayaking, swimming, hiking or snorkeling to savor the last moments of this incredible getaway. We return to La Paz by boat at mid-day after lunch for flights out or check-in to your hotel. (B/L)

This is a general itinerary and is subject to change. Hotels and airfare are not included in the price.

Option 1—Flexible schedule rates:
- If you are staying from 2 to 3 nights: $260 PP per night based on Dbl Occ
- If you are staying from 4 to 5 nights: $250 PP per night based on Dbl Occ
- If you are staying 6 nights or more: $240 PP per night based on Dbl Occ
Transportation from La Paz or Loreto is not included, however we can arrange it for you for an additional fee. Please call us for details.
Flexible schedule dates: October 8-24, 2010; November 12-28, 2010; December 20, 2010-January 9, 2011; February 10-20, 2011; March 10-23, 2011; April 13-30, 2011

Option 2—Scheduled departure pricing:
$750 per person, dbl occ
Scheduled departure dates: February 7-10 and February 21-24. These dates are ideal for an extension to Magdalena Bay before or after the trip.

Group rates available by request. One-night stays may be possible by request.
Discounts of 30% for kids 8 - 15 years old and 50% for 2 - 7 years old. One child discount per adult. Kids will be staying in a kelty tent beside their parents' or guardians' safari-style tent.

Comfy single or double platform beds, bedding, safari-style tents, snorkel gear and single or double kayaks are provided on the island, plus all meals in camp beginning with lunch on first day and ending with lunch on last day. Transportation from and to La Paz hotel on first and last day is included if we book your hotel. Services of knowledgeable guides and caring crew members; detailed pre-departure information to help you plan your trip.

The Conservation Fee of $5 per day is not included in our trip fee. The Conservation Fee was designed by the National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP) to raise funds for the continued protection of the shorelines, inlets, beaches and covers that make this area so extraordinary to visit.

Pre- and Post- Trip Accommodations: Hotel accommodations in La Paz are not included in our trip fee. However, we can arrange for your accommodations at one of three of the best hotels in La Paz and provide transportation to and from the departure point on the first and last days of the trip.

If you like the Bed and Breakfast feel, close to the center of town, we will reserve rooms at The Angel Azul http://www.elangelazul.com/ 

If you prefer a seaside playground away from the hustle and bustle of town, we will reserve rooms at The Marina, a dockside hotel. http://www.hotelmarina.com.mx

For guests who prefer a little of both, we will reserve rooms at The Posada de Las Flores, a boutique bed and breakfast with beautiful views of the Malecon. http://www.posadadelasflores.com

This trip runs on selected dates in October to April. Please call our office or request this trip to get the latest information on availability.

Minimum number of participants for scheduled departures - 8*
Maximum number of participants for scheduled departures - 16
* We reserve the right to cancel a trip with insufficient registration.