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Journey to the Sea of Cortez - 7 Day Fall Cruise
La Paz, BCS, Mexico
Nov 8 - 14, 2025
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Panterra Educational and Cultural Training Society
$4,495
Deposit: $995

About your trip

Trip Overview

7-Day Cruise, Land and Hotel Package 

4-Day Cruise Only Option


November in the Baja offers the warmest and clearest waters of the year, making it ideal for world-class snorkelling. Water temperatures closely match air temperatures, with visibility reaching up to 80 feet (25 meters). There is little chance of rain or strong winds during this time. With cooler temperatures than the summer months, outdoor activities like kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, and snorkelling are at their best. 

The nutrient-rich waters and warmer temperatures attract a diverse array of marine life. Mobula rays, during their second migration of the year, gather in shallow areas to feed and mate, becoming prey to orcas. Sea turtle nesting is in the latter stage of the season, with hatchlings still emerging. In the crystal-clear waters beneath the sea, snorkelling is at its best time of year, with the reefs and rocks alive with fish and invertebrates. One of the highlights of the trip is the opportunity to snorkel with sea lions.

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!

About the Ship and Crew

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 (naturalist): 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.

What to Expect

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 during your cruise. Engage in activities such as nature hikes, 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 with walking or standing for short periods and participating in several hours of activity daily. *Hikes last 1-2 hours on various terrain in warm, humid conditions. Basic swimming skills and some snorkelling experience are required, but you can opt out of any activity. 

What's included

Transportation

Includes transfers from Cabo and La Paz airports, Cabo and area, La Paz, hotel activities and the ship.

Hotel Catedral

Enjoy 3 nights/4 days of accommodations. Includes a "Welcome to the Baja Dinner" on the first night and complimentary breakfast each morning of your stay.

Ship Accommodations

The ship features four staterooms that can accommodate double or triple occupancy, each equipped with a queen bed and a single settee.

Expert Naturalist/Guide

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.

Onboard Meals

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.

Onboard Beverages

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.

Sports Equipment

Kayaks, paddle boards and *snorkel gear is provided. Wetsuits can be rented with advanced notice. *Includes snorkel, mask, fins and lycra snorkel suit.

Ship to Shore Transport

10 man Zodiac and 30' Robalo sportsfisher.

Marine Park Fees

Required by law.

Land Excursion

On day 6 of the trip guests will have the opportunity to participate in a sea turtle hatchling release.

Cruise Only Option

4 days/3 nights onboard

What's not included

With Cruise Only Option

Transportation, hotel and land package. Any of the aforementioned can be booked separately in the Add-Ons section.

Air and Travel Insurance

It is highly recommended guests purchase travel insurance to safeguard their vacation investment in the event of any unforeseen circumstances.

Gratuity

Suggested 10%.

Some Meals

2 evening and 1 lunch, during the hotel stay.

Day 1

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Welcome to the Baja - La Paz

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 - 5

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Cruising the Sea of Cortez

Day 2 - After breakfast guests will check out of the hotel by 9:30 am. We will head to the marina and board the ship at 10:00 am for an immediate departure to the islands. Over the next four days, we will be engaged in the planned activities outlined on page 2. On Day 5 arrive back at the dock in La Paz and disembark the boat at 3 pm. Guests will check into the Hotel Catedral for your final 2-night stay.

Meals: All onboard meals included starting with lunch on Day 2 and ending with lunch on Day 5.


Day 6 - 7

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Hotel Stay and Last 2 Days of the Trip

 On day 6 we will have a very early morning departure to participate in a sea turtle hatchling release in the town of Los Barilles. After the release enjoy a leisure breakfast prior to leaving this quaint town. 

On day 7, enjoy a leisure breakfast, and a morning stroll along the Malecon before checking out of the hotel at 12:30 pm.  Our drivers will return you back to Cabo and the surrounding area or the La Paz/Cabo Airports.

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1. La Paz, BCS, Mexico

La Paz, BCS, Mexico

About your organizer

Panterra Eco Expeditions and Panterra Geo Expediciones are managed or operated under the Panterra Educational and Cultural Training Society of Canada (PECTS), a non-profit organization dedicated to environmental research, wildlife conservation, and community programs in Baja California Sur. When you travel with us, you help fund these vital initiatives, with a portion of every expedition directly supporting our mission. Thank you for joining us in protecting the place we call home. Learn more at pects.org.

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