Eco-Adventure Camps in Baja California | Baja Expeditions https://bajaex.com/tag/e-eco-camp/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:49:14 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://bajaex.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-BajaEx-Logo-Icon-32x32.png Eco-Adventure Camps in Baja California | Baja Expeditions https://bajaex.com/tag/e-eco-camp/ 32 32 Isla Espiritu Santo https://bajaex.com/destinations/camping-on-espiritu-santo-island/ Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:39:23 +0000 https://bajaex.com/?p=212858 Our ultra-exclusive camps enable you to stay in Baja Mexico’s most remote, untouched landscapes in comfort and luxury. Stunning beaches and the beautiful Sea of Cortez meet on the shore of Espiritu Santo, which is delightfully pristine and off-the-grid despite being only 18 miles north of La Paz.

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Beach Adventure Camp
Isla Espiritu Santo

SEASONS

Peak Season: October – May

2 – 7 Nights

TYPES OF ADVENTURES

Beach Camping

PRICING

US$375 Per Night

    Beach Camp on Espiritu Santo Island

    Voyage out to this UNESCO world heritage national park in style, champagne in hand, on one of our very comfortable 50 footers. And then relax and enjoy fine dining and unlimited activities including: kayaking, paddleboards, diving, discover scuba, snorkelling, swimming, beach and desert walks, whale watching (in season), snorkelling with sea lions and more.

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    Isla Espiritu Santo hiking and trekking trips

    Excellence in Guest Experience

    What we can promise you is excellence in guest experience and a warm, friendly and highly experienced staff doing everything possible for you. Great tents. Fine linen. Very comfortable beds. Champagne on a silver tray served to you on the beach at arrival at camp. We say that the hypnotizing night sky makes this far more than 5 star accommodation!

    Activities are virtually unlimited. Kayaking. Paddle boarding. Scuba diving. Snorkelling with sea lions. Hiking across the desert island with a naturalist. Relaxing under a beach tent with a cold drink and a good book. Whatever you want!

    Paddleboarding - Baja California
    Eco Camp Swimming

    Typical Itinerary

    Fly into SJD. Cabo. San Jose del Cabo or self-arrival La Paz.

    Day 1

    10:30 Meet and greet at Marea Hotel.
    11:00 departure to Espiritu Santo by boat
    Safety briefing and lunch onboard.
    We will take you to the first activity before arriving at camp.
    Late afternoon arrival in camp. Dinner.

    Day 2

    Activities according to the group interests like snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, scuba diving for certified guests.

    Day 2

    Breakfast
    Depart for Balandra or equivalent with defined activities on offer. (This activity will depend on the weather conditions and group interest, maybe snorkeling at San Rafaelito, Balandra, and hiking, or kayaking by Balandra)
    Lunch
    Arrival time in La Paz is approximately 1:30 pm

    BONUS OFFERS!

    Complimentary transportation from SeeCreatures Cabo to La Paz for a 10:30 meet and greet. Return to SJD or See Creatures Cabo at the end of the trip.
    **Comp transportation is available at designated times. Bespoke arrangements by prior arrangement at tariff rate.

    Insider Tip: El Mogote is a whale shark sanctuary where you can swim close to the largest fish in the ocean and we suggest you add this thrilling activity before or after your beach camp trip. Cost per person is $135 USD + tax per person.

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    Eco-Experience camp at Isla Espiritu Santo, stunning beaches and the beautiful Sea of Cortez meet on the shore of Espiritu Santo, which is delightfully pristine and off-the-grid despite being only 18 miles north of La Paz.

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    San Ignacio Lagoon Camping

    San Ignacio Lagoon • Glamping

    Calendar icon January- April  Location iconSan Ignacio Lagoon

    We say “NO” to tiny tents with cots, sleeping bags, and a couple of shared toilets and showers for the whole camp! Our tents are windproof, insulated, and heated for maximum comfort, with ensuite bathrooms and showers, hot and cold running water with good pressure, and 24-hour power. Not to mention “real beds” with fine linen.

    Enormous thought has gone into every detail, from a fire pit to a fine selection of wine, craft beer, single malt scotches, and fine dining. We even have a bar and lounge tent and Wi-Fi-access throughout the camp.

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    San Ignacio Glamping

    San Ignacio Lagoon • Luxury

    Calendar icon January- April  Location iconSan Ignacio Lagoon

    Our luxury camp features all the amenities of the glamping camp, but with 12 large and luxurious tents, ensuring the utmost privacy. Each tent features an ensuite bathroom, a dresser in the bedroom as well as a separate sitting area with a couch and easy chairs – perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure.

    Think of our luxury camp as one of the world’s best pop-up hotel.

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    San Ignacio Lagoon - Luxury

    Espiritu Santo Island • Beach Camp

    Calendar icon October – May  Location iconEspiritu Santo Island

    Stunning beaches and the beautiful Sea of Cortez meet on the shore of Espiritu Santo, which is delightfully pristine and off-the-grid despite being only 18 miles north of La Paz. Tim Means, the founder of Baja Expeditions, saved this island from commercial exploitation by raising the funds to buy the island from the developers and arranging for its donation to the people of Mexico as a national park. There are no permanent residents on the island and we hold one of the few limited minimum-impact base camp permits.

    We offer all sorts of awesome adventures from our unique week-long “swim treks” complete with swimming coaches to dive trips based right in the heart of the best La Paz area diving, to base camp for kayaking adventures, to simply relaxing on the beach with a good book and supply of cold drinks from our hostesses. You will be able to enjoy delicious meals and excellence in guest service.

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    Espiritu Santo eco-Glamping

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    Swimming Expedition to Espiritu Santo
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    Open Water Swimming Expedition at Espiritu Santo

    Location iconEspiritu Santo

    We continue to run this adventure with our partners’ SwimTrek. Explore an island paradise with open turquoise waters, incredible marine life and warm sunsets over the bay on this unique and unforgettable swimming holiday in Baja, Mexico. Based on the uninhabited island of Espiritu Santo, our base camp is located right on the beach, just a few steps from the inviting waters we’ll spend our days exploring. Your own coach, crystal clear waters, and you – swimming in the protected waters of Espiritu Santo Island, a World Heritage Site and nature reserve. The camp is completely ‘off the grid’ and includes glamping-style tents with camp beds and solar-heated showers. It also offers kayaks and stand-up paddle boards which can be borrowed for your own use between our scheduled swims.

    No trips currently scheduled. Please contact us for info.

    Espiritu Santo Swimming expedition
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    “We did a swim trip on Espiritu Santo island and the camp and boats were run by Baja Expeditions. The food and service were top notch. The staff were very friendly and efficient. Would definitely recommend them highly.”

    – Rexyten, Mountain View, California

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    Using our beachfront camp as a base, you’ll swim past craggy rocks and dramatic cliffs, honeyed sandy beaches, remote coves and islands; play with California sea lions and glide over schools of tropical fish – keeping your eyes peeled for pods of dolphins and mobula rays. Our support skiff accompanies you all the way, and you can swim as much or as little as you like.

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    Isla Espiritu Santo (La Paz)

    In between swims, Isla Espiritu Santo is packed with adventure. Hike wild, cacti-studded landscapes, kayak and paddleboard to hidden lagoons and secret caves, snorkel and scuba dive, or simply relax on the beach with a cold drink handed by our hostess and a good book in hand. You will also enjoy delicious catered snacks prepared with fresh local ingredients. Perfect for swimmers who are looking to escape from ordinary life in a pristine remote location, this expedition is available from October to November.

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    Espiritu Santo Night

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Interested in taking an open water swimming vacation with us?

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    ]]>         Sea of Cortez https://bajaex.com/destinations/sea-of-cortez/ Tue, 05 Jul 2022 07:54:12 +0000 https://bajaex.com/?p=212554 The Sea of Cortez is Vibrant with Life The Sea of Cortez is loaded with life from huge pods of inquisitive dolphins, sharks, giant whale sharks, friendly sea lions, mobula rays, cow nose rays, sperm whales, swirling tornadoes of fish and sometimes even Manta Rays. Whales of all descriptions visit over the winter...

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    Sea of Cortez - Scuba Diving

    Immerse Yourself in the Sea of Cortez

    SEASONS

    January – July: Peak Animals
    Mid-July – November: Peak Diving
    September – March: Most Popular

    TYPES OF ADVENTURES

    Liveaboard, Yacht Charters, Ocean Safaris
    Base Camp, Day Trips

    PRICING

    Day Trips Start at US$140
    Ocean Safaris US$295 pp.
    5 Nights / 6 Days From US$2195 (US$3195)

      Destination Overview

      Sea of Cortez - Baja

      Your Summer Get-Away Begins Here
      Dive the World’s Aquarium

      The Sea of Cortez is a diver’s paradise. With it’s unique ecosystem and the overall natural beauty, have earned a UNESCO World Heritage Site status. We have been diving here for almost 5 decades and every time it has been exciting! Come see firsthand why this sea is called the “Aquarium of the World” and all of it’s natural wonders.

      Meet the playful sea lions of Los Islotes, surround yourself in a tornado of big eye jacks and schools of skipjacks. Lets not forget the huge pods of dolphins, turtles, mobulas, sperm whales, the hammerhead sharks around El Bajo & Los Animas and whales of all types of descriptions. And if you’re lucky, giant mantas swimming around La Reina, orcas and shipwrecks.

      See what a recent guest had to say about the Sea of Cortez! →

      Map of the Sea of Cortez
      Sea of Cortez - Scuba Diving

      The Sea of Cortez is Vibrant with Life

      The Sea of Cortez is loaded with life from huge pods of inquisitive dolphins, sharks, giant whale sharks, friendly sea lions, mobula rays, cow nose rays, sperm whales, swirling tornadoes of fish and sometimes even Manta Rays. Whales of all descriptions visit over the winter and into spring. Huge squadrons of mobula rays numbering upwards of 100,000 aggregate every spring, orcas have been frequent visitors over the last several years. Also, hammerhead sharks migrate into the Sea in May and stay until early winter.  

      Mobula Rays in the Sea of Cortez
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      Sea of Cortez Flight Map

      Easy Non-Stop Flights to Cabo San Lucas

      We are closer than you think. Over 30 major airports around the world have direct non-stop flights to Cabo San Lucas (SJD). With seamless La Paz transfers included on all multi-day adventures. It’s never been so easy to get to the Sea of Cortez and Baja!

      Nautilus Scout

      Spotter Plane - Baja California

      Nautilus Scout – Spotter Airplane

      Crewed by our own pilot and naturalist, Nautilus Scout will be up in the air 5 to 6 days a week, often on 2 missions a day, to maximize our guests experience and guide them towards the most interesting marine life including some really BIG animals. Blue whales, giant pregnant whale sharks, orcas and huge schools of mobula rays being our speciality.

      Mobulas & Orcas Adventure

      Mobulas & Orcas Ocean Adventures

      Mobulas & Orcas Ocean Adventures

      We have you covered with mobulas & orcas. Whether you want to get an early start on an Ocean Safari, or join a liveaboard trip on our 116-ft expedition yacht or try something really exceptional and enjoy a luxury sailing yacht charter with family or small group of friends. We know exactly how to get you onto the schooling mobulas and much more.

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      April – August

      Price icon

      Ocean Safari – US$295 pp.
      Yacht Charters – US$2250 / 24 hrs
      Liveaboard – from US$1895 pp.

      Orcas - Baja California

      Will We Be in the Water With Orcas?

      Maybe. Where there are mobulas, there are often orcas. We have our own spotter airplane, Nautilus Scout, with a pilot and a naturalist onboard up in the air 5 to 6 days a week in-season surveying, spotting and observing mobulas, whales and all the other Sea of Cortez critters. The crew is in constant radio contact with our boats.

      We will know where the orcas are if they are in the area. Our week-long liveaboard boats have a 50% success rate getting divers in the water interacting with orcas. On our day boat trips out of La Paz, we will run fast and far for orca encounters IF they are in the local area (50 km radius).

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      Sea of Cortez Peak Season

      Sea of Cortez: Sea Lion and Diver
      Sea of Cortez - Sea lion-Diver

      Sea of Cortez – Peak Dive Season

      Imagine beautiful warm water and calm seas teaming with life. Loads of California sea lions playing with you. Whale sharks. A tornado of big eye jacks swirling around you. Schools of skipjacks, mobulas, cow nose rays and turtles. Hammerhead and other sharks. Fish big and small all the way down to delightful seahorses. Night diving on shipwrecks. And even giant mantas if we are lucky. Beach walks. Water temp rising to high 80’s by September and visibility as gin clear as your bathtub. This is Sea of Cortez in peak diving season from mid-July to end of November.

      Ask about our super pangas, 48-ft high speed day boats, 45-ft luxury sailing catamaran, 55-ft pocket liveaboard, base camp Espiritu Santo, multi-day shore based and 116-ft expedition yacht.

      Price icon

      Two tanks: Starting US$140 pp.
      Ocean Safaris – US$295 pp.
      Liveaboard – from US$1895 pp.

      Liveaboards

      From US$1895

      Sea of Cortez Tours - Happy People

      Immerse in an adventure in the Sea of Cortez and Baja. Soak up the sun and feel the stress of everyday life melt away. Experience the culture and warmth of the people of Baja. Make new friends. Push yourself as hard as you want with activities that you already love or try something new. Or just relax on a secluded beach with a cold drink and a good book.

      Divers are perfectly looked after with an average of 4 dives a day. Not a diver? Take a complimentary discover scuba season with us or actually get certified onboard!

      We cater to both brand new kayakers who aren’t sure they can actually do this to super experienced paddlers who want the ultimate in luxury mothership. Paddle boarding. Go for a beach walk. Or hike into the desert with one of our naturalists. Snorkelling with friendly sea lions and mobula rays.

      Kayaking in the Sea of Cortez

      Our very own Nautilus Scout spotter airplane will be on patrol to direct us to any orcas, finback whales, whale sharks, and dolphins nearby.

      Ocean Safaris

      From US$295 or 2 Tanks: Starting US$140

      The Sea of Cortez - Day Trip

      Find your adventure

      Dive your own way!

      Sea of Cortez: Diver near Tornado Fish

      Dive Your Own Way

      We cater to the entire spectrum of diving experience and fitness. Our super experienced divemasters are there for those who are new to diving. Experienced divers are welcome to explore most of our dive sites at their own pace with or without a divemaster. We are there to guide and critter point for whoever wants it. Note that in national parks, divers are required to stay with our divemasters.

      Special Offers

      Sea of Cortez Special Offers • July – August 2022*

      (For Guadalupe affected Guests only)

      Cabo Pulmo – $50 add-on

      Scuba diving - shark

      Add-on an extra day visiting, diving or snorkelling Cabo Pulmo.
      Regular value: $225

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      *Specials available on all multi-day adventures, for Guadalupe affected Guests only

      Mobulas & Orcas

      Sea of Cortex Tours - Orcas
      • Aerial support with the Nautilus Scout and flying naturalist available every day at no charge. (Regular $375 per hour)
      • $50 pp. / night ocean front all-inclusive 4* hotel in Los Cabos add-on multi-day trips
      more info

      *Specials available on all multi-day adventures, for Guadalupe affected Guests only

      Operated For Safety

      Operated For Safety

      Safety is a very serious business. Mother Ocean can be capricious and unforgiving. We hold ourselves to the highest standards and you should expect and demand no less. In our view, every dive boat should be operated within a certified ISM safety management system, outfitted with sprinklers, emergency smoke hoods for everybody and the same safety, fire, life saving equipment and radios as the largest cruise ships. Captains, mates and engineers should have professional commercial mariner qualifications and all crew should have STCW professional mariner certification. Safety is not something to publish in a brochure. It’s part of our DNA. A cornerstone of our culture. Something that we have been living by for every day of the last 30 years.

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