Trip Overview
7- Day Cruise, Land and Hotel Package
4-Day Cruise Only Option
Summer in the Baja can be hot and humid, especially in August and September during hurricane season. June and July are great for kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, and world-class snorkelling, offering some of the clearest water visibility of the year.
The nutrient-rich waters attract diverse marine life. Mobula rays gather in shallow areas to feed and mate, a favourite food for the orcas. April marks the start of sea turtle nesting, with hatchlings emerging after about 45 days. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in a turtle hatchling release, learning about their life cycle. Coastal birds are thriving and their hatchlings are also venturing from their nests.
Our Playground - The Gulf of California, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for its beauty and rich marine life. Jacques Cousteau called it "the world’s aquarium," offering unique biodiversity and experiences.
Experience a blend of adventure travel, education and cultural interaction while exploring the natural history of the marine environment. An unforgettable journey of discovery!
Unleash the explorer in you and join us on an adventure of a lifetime!
The Yacht and Crew – The 120' yacht is an Anacona Italia design. It is a remarkably spacious ship that is so smooth sailing, you hardly notice it’s moving. It provides plenty of shade and plenty of sun. This tri-deck yacht has everything you need for ultimate enjoyment out on the water. Panterra and the crew are a highly skilled and professional team that guarantees a high standard of comfort, service, and safety. Your naturalist is there to oversee your comfort, organize activities, guide and educate guests as you embark on an unforgettable journey. SHIP LAYOUT
Accommodations - The yacht boasts four extraordinarily spacious and elegantly appointed staterooms (dbl occ), each designed to provide a luxurious retreat. Each stateroom has a flat-screen TV for entertainment, air conditioning for optimal comfort, and a private ensuite bathroom complete with a shower for ultimate convenience. A cozy sofa bed or settee is available to accommodate an additional guest. With a sleeping capacity of 8 guests in 4 cabins, the yacht can cater to larger groups of 9 to 12 guests by utilizing the in-cabin settee. Perfectly tailored for friends and families seeking adventure and relaxation, this ship comfortably invites a maximum of 12 guests to share unforgettable moments.
Meals/Beverages - Our chef skillfully prepares three to four-course meals, and an exquisite selection of delectable snacks and appetizers. We offer an extensive range of beverages, including fresh juices, sodas, beers, and carefully curated specialty drinks. With advance notice, we are happy to accommodate most dietary requirements, ensuring that all guests can enjoy our culinary offerings.
Expert In the Field - Our naturalist will take you to places away from the seldom-visited tourist areas. Here, you will have the chance to experience rare marine life encounters, explore the desert islands, and visit world-class snorkelling spots. Presentations on the local natural history of the marine environment will be held 2 of the 3 evenings.
Experience luxury-style cruising on our spacious and incredibly detailed ship. The beautifully appointed amenities invite guests to relax with cocktails and friends in the expansive salon offering a private reading area and a variety of board games for your entertainment, enjoy your meals outdoors on the aft deck, or inside in the salon's dining area. The two additional upper decks are perfect for socializing and wildlife viewing.
You'll be treated to breathtaking scenery and wildlife encounters. Engage in activities like swimming, snorkelling, and kayaking, or relax on the beach under our canopy offering a sitting area. Stay connected with onboard WiFi, for sharing your adventure with friends while sipping a margarita on the upper deck at sunset.
Your trip includes a 3-night stay at the Hotel Catedral in La Paz.
This expedition is suitable for beginners to moderately experienced individuals. Guests should be comfortable walking or standing for short periods and participating in several hours of daily activity. In the summer/early fall, hiking is limited due to extreme heat, focusing instead on snorkelling, short beach walks and visits to points of interest. Water activities and wildlife viewing are the highlights of the trip.
Includes transfers from Cabo and area, La Paz, hotel activities and the ship.
Enjoy 3 nights of accom. on Days 1, 5, and 6, which includes a "Welcome to the Baja Dinner" on the first night and a complimentary breakfast each morning. A land excursion is planned for Day 6.
The ship features four staterooms that can accommodate double or triple occupancy, each equipped with a queen bed and a single settee.
Your lead naturalist is there to ensure your comfort, organize activities, guide and educate guests as you embark on an unforgettable journey to the Sea of Cortez. A second guide often joins the trip.
All meals, snacks and appetizers are included onboard the ship starting with lunch Day 1 through to lunch on the last day of the cruise.
Fresh juices, sodas, tea, coffee, and cocoa. We offer limited alcohol beverages of beer, mixed and specialty drinks. Guests are welcome to bring their own alcohol of preference.
Kayaks, paddle boards and *snorkel gear is provided. Wetsuits can be rented with advanced notice. *Includes snorkel, mask, fins and lycra snorkel suit.
10 man Zodiac and 30' Robalo sportsfisher.
Required by law.
4 days/3 nights
Transportation, hotel and land package. Any of the aforementioned can be booked separately in the Add-Ons section. CO guests will meet at the marina at 9:30 am and boarding will commence at 9:45 am.
It is highly recommended guests purchase travel insurance to safeguard their vacation investment in the event of any unforeseen circumstances. Please see our Cancellation and Refund Policy.
Suggested 10%.
Items of a personal nature.
July 8 - Our driver will pick you up at the Cabo/La Paz airports and the surrounding areas, as well as at various points in between. You will be transferred to the Hotel Catedral in La Paz for your first night's stay. Once you are settled in, we invite you to join us for a “Welcome to the Baja Dinner,” courtesy of Panterra.
Drive Time: Cabo to La Paz - 2.5 hours Meals: Dinner
Day 2 (July 9) - After breakfast, guests will check out of the hotel by 9:30 am. We will proceed to the marina and board the ship at 10:00 am, immediately departing for the islands. Over the next four days, we will participate in the activities outlined on page 4. On Day 5 (July 12), we will arrive at the dock in La Paz and disembark the boat at 3 pm. Guests will check into the Hotel Catedral for their final two-night stay.
Meals: All onboard meals are included, starting with lunch on Day 2 and concluding with lunch on Day 5.
Day 6 - Today is a wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy the stunning rooftop pool. Take a stroll along the Malecon and explore the diverse range of restaurants and shops in the area. Don’t miss the chance to visit one of the three captivating museums that La Paz has to offer. Make the most of your day! Join us for a spectacular group dinner at one of the restaurants along the Malecon, to watch the sunset on our last night of the trip.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7 - Enjoy a leisurely breakfast courtesy of the hotel and take a last morning stroll along the Malecon before checking out of the hotel at 12:30 pm. Our driver will return you to the La Paz or Cabo Airport for your flight home or drop you off along the corridor to continue your vacation.
