Name: BW3 March 17-25, 2027 8 Day Big Whale Trip
Start: 2027-03-17
End: 2027-03-25
Location: Campo Cortez Ecolodge, San Ignacio, Hotel La Mision, Loreto

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Mar 17 - 25, 2027

Group size: 1 - 26

BW3 March 17-25, 2027 8 Day Big Whale Trip

Campo Cortez Ecolodge, San Ignacio, Hotel La Mision, Loreto

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Mar 17 - 25, 2027

Group size: 1 - 26

2 Whale Watches per day
While in San Ignacio Lagoon, enjoy a short ride to the whale observation area from our location. Enjoy a morning and an afternoon whale watch daily. Bonus 7th Whale watch included in San Ignacio.
2 Sea Safaris
While in Loreto, adventure on sea safaris. Explore a local island, search for Blue Whales, Fin Whales, Humpbacks, dolphins and more.
Welcome Happy Hour
At Hotel La Mision
Breakfast daily
While in Loreto
All Meals and Beverages
Meals, snacks, beer, wine & soda while at Campo Cortez
Naturalist Discussions
Naturalist led walks & discussions. All of our boat trips have Naturalist guides to answer any questions you may have on whale behavior or activities.
Tide pools
We have boots for walking in low tide for your use.
Biosphere Entry Fee
Entrance fee to Vizcaino Biosphere – (added to your invoice)
Airport Shuttle to Hotel
On Day 1 we offer a complimentary airport shuttle to the hotel.

Transportation
To and from Loreto, Baja, Mexico
Dinners and lunches
On your own in Loreto
Premium liquor
Premium liquor or call drinks are at a separate cost
Airport shuttle
If you arrive on days other than our start and end dates then the airport shuttle to your hotel is not included. It can be easily arranged in advance with our preferred provider.
Travel Insurance
We highly recommend purchasing Travel Insurance
Staff Gratuity
If you'd like to leave a gratuity for our staff, you will have the opportunity to do so at the end of the trip.

Day 1
Day 1
Travel Day and Welcome
5:00pm: Meet in Hotel lobby to meet guide and other travelers.
5:00- 6:00pm: Group Happy Hour poolside with fresh guacamole, margaritas and beverages.
Dinner on your own or join other guests at a variety of local restaurants all
walking distance from the hotel.
Overnight: Enjoy Ocean views of the Sea of Cortez and a good night’s sleep.
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Day 2 & 3
Day 2 & 3
Sea Safaris with Whale Watching in Loreto National Marine Park
7:00 am Meet for a Deluxe Buffet Breakfast in the Hotel Restaurant
8:00 am-1:00 pm Walk across the street to the Marina and load into boats for a sea safari including whale watching and exploring a local island.
Afternoon & Evening: Free time to experience Loreto on your own shopping, dining, hiking, or relaxing poolside. Often the group decides to meet for dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 4
Day 4
Travel to San Ignacio Lagoon
Private Flight to San Ignacio Lagoon
9:45 am Checkout of hotel and shuttle to Loreto Airport to meet our privately chartered aircraft. Flight is 45 minutes -1 hour to San Ignacio Lagoon.
12:30 pm Lunch & Welcome Orientation
2:00 pm Afternoon Whale Watch
Afternoon & Evening Time to relax, walk beaches & get familiar with camp.
5:00 pm Happy Hour in the palapa. Home made Salsa and guacamole served with
Margaritas, beer, wine, and sodas.
6:00 pm Enjoy Dinner with fresh local ingredients and handmade tortillas.
Evening
Enjoy Presentations and conversation in the palapa or star gaze and have time
to settle into your cabin. Lights out in the palapa at 9 pm.
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Days 5, 6, 7
Days 5, 6, 7
Whale Watching & Camp Activities
Experience Whale watching twice daily with total of 7 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.
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Day 8
Day 8
Travel Day - Scenic Road Trip to Loreto
8:00 am After an early breakfast at camp say farewell to Campo Cortez and staff and load into vans for a scenic road trip to Loreto. Enjoy beautiful views and quaint Baja villages as you travel south to Loreto arriving in the late afternoon.
Enjoy a free evening on your own or join the group for dinner. Overnight in Hotel La Mision.
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Day 9
Day 9
Departure Day
7:00 am Meet for a deluxe buffet Breakfast in the Hotel Restaurant
10:00 am Hotel Check out and shuttles to the airport.
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