The expedition to the San José archipelago is like no other. For 8 days, discover adventure in its purest state in one of the most pristine corners of Baja California Sur.

This is a unique route that visits several islands, each of which is a different example of the rugged beauty that is hidden in the Sea of ​​Cortez and that is fascinating to discover in a kayak. Among the most important attractions of this trip are the remote beaches, the incredible opportunities for snorkeling, kayaking in mangrove channels, dolphin and bird watching, the fishing community that inhabits a small island called 'El Pardito' and the landscapes untamed of the region.

On this trip, we will visit the fishing community that inhabits a small island called "El Pardito," where we will have the opportunity to learn about the artisanal fishing culture of Baja California Sur.

This adventure is in expedition mode, where we will load all our equipment, clothing, food and kitchen in our kayak and we will cooperate with each other to set up camp and prepare delicious local dishes.

This day, you will check in at the hotel and enjoy the city of La Paz during the day. In the evening, you’ll meet your guide(s) in the hotel lobby to clarify any doubts and prepare for the next day.

After breakfast at the hotel, we will gear up and drive to the starting point: Playa el Portugués.

Before we start paddling, we will prepare the kayaks and familiarize ourselves with them by practicing some safety measures. After a light lunch, we will begin the first paddle towards Arroyo Verde, where we will set up camp with a view of the Sea of Cortés and the Sierra la Giganta.

We will wake up with coffee and a hearty breakfast to fuel up for our first open water crossing to Isla San Francisco. This remote island features white sand bays and a perfect marine ecosystem for snorkeling. In the afternoon, we will hike to the

highest point of the island to get a panoramic view of the Sea of Cortés. We will end the day watching the sunset with a margarita in hand.

On this day, we will paddle between the different islands of the archipelago. Starting from Isla San Francisco, we will head towards El Islote el Pardito, famous for the local fishing community. If weather conditions allow, we can stop to have lunch there or buy fresh fish, which we can enjoy at our next camp. We will then continue crossing to Isla San José, passing through a mangrove channel with diverse flora and fauna. We will keep paddling until we reach our camp at Punta Salina, where we will close the day with a delicious dinner.

On this day, we will make the final open water crossing to the coast, which typically takes a couple of hours. Once we complete the crossing, we will be rewarded with a delightful lunch in the picturesque community of San Evaristo. After recharging our energy, we will paddle to Punta Arenas, where we will spend the night.

We will continue paddling along the coast until we reach Arroyo Verde, a beach known for its coral reefs and excellent snorkeling spots. We will spend the afternoon exploring the sea, followed by the last “Happy Hour” and the final night of the expedition.

We will paddle back to Playa el Portugués, where we began. Our transportation will be waiting for us to take us back to La Paz with lunch and refreshing beverages. Once we return to La Paz, we can finally shower at the hotel. In the evening, we will have a final dinner with the whole group and our guides to share stories and say goodbye with a toast.

Breakfast at the hotel. See you on your next adventure!