Bahía de Los Ángeles, located in the Gulf of California (also known as the Sea of Cortez), is renowned for its rich marine biodiversity and is a prime location for encountering Whale Sharks from late summer to early winter. This timing coincides with the abundance of plankton, their primary food source, making it a popular destination for marine wildlife enthusiasts and researchers.
The bay is home an abundance of sea life, including whales, dolphins, sea lions, and numerous fish species, providing a vibrant ecosystem that supports the presence of Whale Sharks.
Bahía de Los Ángeles offers a unique and memorable experience for those interested in encountering Whale Sharks in their natural habitat while contributing to their conservation.
Duration: 5-day guided Ocean Expedition.
Best for: solo travelers, couples, groups, and families with children.
Price: $2225 USD per person
(+300 for private room)
Season 2024 dates:
July 22nd-26th 2024 – SOLD OUT
August 10th-14th 2024 – SOLD OUT
September 29th 2024 – October 3rd – SOLD OUT
October 13th-17th 2024 – 4 SPOTS LEFT
Group size: 6 guests.
Must haves: Passport required and travel insurance is recommended.
Physical Requirements: A moderate level of exertion is required on our Ocean Expeditions. This is an active Expedition that requires good health and feeling comfortable swimming in the open ocean.
Our meeting point will be in San Diego at 6:00am. (Location will be disclosed by email). We will then depart to San Felipe (around a 5hr. drive), where we will be stopping for a quick lunch while taking in the gorgeous scenery overlooking the Gulf of California (also known as Sea of Cortez).
We will then continue towards our final destination in Bahia de Los Angeles (an additional 5hr drive).
We will let you know ahead of time about restroom facilities along the way.
After arriving at Bahia de Los Angeles, we will check in and relax before heading to a local restaurant for dinner.
We will meet at 7 am for our departure. It is a short walk to the beach, where we will board our boat and head out in search of Whale Sharks and wildlife! (Breakfast burritos and ceviche for lunch will be provided on board). After spending the day swimming, snorkeling, and enjoying our time on the water, we will return to land for a relaxing afternoon. This is also a good time to share pictures and videos at the hotel.
Taking a shower before meeting for an early dinner is recommended so that you can be rested and ready for the following day.
After spending 3 full days with the whale sharks, we will depart between 6 – 7 am (this will be decided the night before) towards San Diego, where our trip will conclude. On this day, it will take approximately 10 – 12 hrs. to reach our destination, arriving at around 6 pm.
If you have to fly back home, we advise traveling the following day to avoid any possible inconveniences or delays.
– You will need your passport to travel to Mexico.
– Travel insurance is recommended but not required
– Average daily high temperatures are around 90°F with nightly lows cooling down to 70°F. Plan to wear layers as you will be exposed to sun and light wind on the boat.
– It is required for guests to be in good health, know how to swim, and how to use snorkel equipment. There is no need for scuba or freediving certification.
– Our dates are scheduled during the peak of the season to help optimize our chances for great encounters. Although we cannot guarantee you will see them (wildlife is unpredictable) our chances are extremely high. We have to keep in mind that it is ultimately up to Mother Nature.
Yes! Children are welcome on this trip!
– We will provide as much time on the water as possible! Averaging 6-7 hrs per day.
The best time to see Whale Sharks in Bahia de Los Angeles is from July to October.
The trip with Nats was one of the best experiences I have ever lived! It changed my life forever! Nats passion, enthusiasm and love for the beautiful gray whales is contagious. Her attention to details and careful planning made the whole experience absolutely flawless and so much fun! Can’t wait to do it again and again and again! Highly recommend!
On March 2020 we booked a trip with Nats to take our family of 4 to see the gray whales in Guerrero Negro. We were debating if we should take our boys who were 3 & 5 at the time and we were so happy we did! It was definitely a once in a life time experience. She was very helpful in making sure every aspect of it was well planned and taken care of. The best part was to see the whales and the babies so close and being able to pet them! It is an absolutely amazing adventure!
Experiencing the Gray Whales in Guerrero Negro exceeded everything I could've imagined. Every incredible encounter felt like it couldn't be topped but somehow it did. Experiencing all of this with Nats made it even better! Having a translator and a guide with local knowledge to navigate the trip made it to where your only responsibilities were to enjoy yourself and make amazing memories.
Come and explore the ocean in Baja with us. Reach out and let’s start planning your unforgettable adventure today!
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