The most unique whale experience in the world.
Our camp is located in San Ignacio Lagoon, one of three birthing and breeding gray whale lagoons in the world. Every winter, grey whales migrate from Alaska to give birth in the San Ignacio Lagoon.
Why do these whales choose to interact with us? Is it curiosity? Is there some sort of survival strategy? We don’t have a definite answer, what we do know is that interaction is entirely on the whales’ terms and that you will create a deeply personal connection that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Nature is doing its own thing This year, the nature hasn’t followed the usual script and that just reminds us who’s really in charge… San Ignacio Lagoon Gray Whales Imagine leaning over the side of a small boat, eye to eye with a 40-ton gray whale — and then heading back to your luxury tent […]
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We had a momma whale pop up right in front of us as we were floating in our panga. It was amazing! Later, we saw multiple whales including calves. I couldn’t believe how friendly and curious these calves were.
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There are few sights more moving than witnessing a newborn Gray whale taking its first breaths. The lagoon cradles them in its shallow waters
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We had an awesome experience… we got to see a lot of whales and very close interactions – my first time to ever touch a whale! All of the staff were great!
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We had an amazing time in San Ignacio! Thank you for an incredible experience that will always be cherished
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We’ve seen mating behaviours, moms and babies, breaches, spy hops, touches and a bubble blast under our panga!!!!
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We interacted with many whales, saw many spy hops. We also saw one whale that breached 5 times! The lagoon gave us a sunny day and calm sea.
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True whale watching isn’t about chasing encounters but about patience and respect. The lagoon is a sanctuary for whales and a school for us.
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It’s definitely a once a lifetime experience. I was so touched the moment the mom and calf approached the boat and interacted with us.
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Chavalo’s wisdom is proof that conservation isn’t just about rules—it’s about respecting the natural flow of the lagoon.
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It’s a calling to witness one of nature’s most amazing events: the migration and birth of the gray whales in one of the most remote locations
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Embark on a lovely adventure with Whale Watching in Baja California, San Ignacio. Experience joyous marine encounters along the Pacific coast.
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Glamping, Whale Encounters Mid-January - Mid-April 7 Days, 6 Nights
Combine a San Ignacio Lagoon gray whale adventure with guided overlanding. Typically, fly one way and drive and exploring the other way in our Tacoma TRD Pro’s.
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These special trips feature 3 additional days in camp include an adventure up into the mountains to explore cave paintings as old as 15,000 years, visiting the serene incredibly still and quiet brilliant white Salinas salt flats with our naturalist.
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Glamping, Whale Encounters Mid-January - Mid-April 6 Days, 5 Nights
These special trips feature 3 additional days in camp include an adventure up into the mountains to explore cave paintings as old as 15,000 years, visiting the serene incredibly still and quiet brilliant white Salinas salt flats with our naturalist.
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Gray whales that migrate to Baja are evolving in front of our very eyes, adapting to avoid starvation and finding new ways to thrive.
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Liveboard
Combine the friendly gray whales of San Ignacio Lagoon, the humpbacks, giant fin whales, the blue whales (Balaenoptera musculus) of Loreto, huge pods of dolphins, whale sharks, and if we are lucky, orcas and sperm whales. You will get an adventure filled trip!
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Liveboard 8 Days, 7 Nights
There is nowhere other than the chilly waters of Norway where orcas routinely interact with humans like this. That’s Baja!!
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From US$2250 per Night Liveaboard, Whole Boat Charter Year-Round
It’s easy to fall in love with sailing. Especially when you raise the sails and feel them fill with wind as the yacht accelerates and then totally quiet with just the hiss of the water going past. It is equipped with kayaks, paddle boards, snorkelling and scuba gear. It’s your adventure and it’s our job to make it happen.
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From US$5,000 per Person Liveboard & Camping Mid-January - Mid-March 8 Days, 7 Nights
Combine the friendly gray whales of San Ignacio Lagoon, the humpbacks, giant fin whales, the blue whales (Balaenoptera musculus) of Loreto, huge pods of dolphins, whale sharks, and if we are lucky, orcas and sperm whales. You will get an adventure filled trip!
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