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The border between the US and Mexico’s Baja Peninsula is like no other border
on earth. It divides two countries with huge
contrasts in culture, language, wealth, lifestyle,
political systems, topography and climate. Mexico
is a fascinating place to visit and we think
that driving our own rigs and going on a Caravan
is the best way to do it.
The Baja Peninsula has some of the most unique and beautiful scenery we will
ever see. We see breathtaking views of the rugged
Pacific coastline, white sandy beaches, magnificent
mountain ranges and rich agricultural areas.
As we travel through Baja many people we come
in contact with speak English and we are well
received and catered to.
We make several
stops on both coasts of Baja with each place
having its own unique offerings. Some Baja favorites
are sightseeing, watching sunsets, snorkeling,
scuba diving, visiting old Spanish missions and
churches, strolling along beaches, playing golf,
shopping, swimming, beachcombing, clam digging,
enjoying good restaurants and some of the best
fishing in the world. We have plenty of time
to take in as many activities at each location
as we wish.
We’ve pulled
out all the stops to make our Baja trips the
best ever. Two of the most popular events on
this trip are the whale watching tour and the
deluxe “Land’s End” Catamaran Cruise with open
bar and all the food we can eat. Don’t miss these
great experiences.
Bahia de Los
Angeles
Here we enjoy three days of fun and relaxation
at one of the most beautiful and scenic spots
in Baja. The bright blue bay and string of islands
offshore are a real spectacle. Fishing for Yellowtail
is very popular here.
Bahia Concepcion
We spend quality time at Bahia Concepcion either
at Playa Buenaventura or Playa Santispac, both
of which have been featured on the cover of
many travel magazines. This is a favorite of
many of our Caravaners.
CD Constitucion
This is a nice burgeoning farm town with a new
modern Ley Supermarket. We stay at a new campground
and enjoy a Folkloric show performed by locals
exclusively for us.
Los Barriles
Los Barriles is quickly becoming one of the most
popular resort areas in Baja. We stay at a
large nicely manicured new campground with
plenty of room for big rigs. This is one of
the best sport fishing areas on the Peninsula.
Optional ATV rentals and boat cruises are popular
here. We enjoy a “Los Barriles Behind the Scenes”
walking tour while here.
Loreto
Loreto, founded in 1697, is a quaint desert oasis
village where you can enjoy excellent fishing,
palm trees and the oldest town on the Baja.
Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas (“Land’s End”) is a very interesting
and popular city to visit with great fishing
and shopping available. You are given a chance
to try your hand at glass blowing in a glass
blowing factory.
Now for the
“Biggie.” The deluxe twin hulled catamaran boat
cruise complete with music, full open bar and
all you can eat. Note: This is a lavish cruise.
You cruise San Lucas Bay, whale watch and tour
“Land’s End.”
La Paz
La Paz is peaceful and quietly metropolitan in
a way not found with most resorts. Set amid
ancient laurel, coconut and date palm trees,
La Paz’s Malecon is one of the prettiest in
Mexico. A stroll along this waterfront promenade
is a must. Here we enjoy a guided bus tour
and attend the famous “Mexican Fiesta and Dinner
Show” (Piggyback Caravans attend Mexican Fiesta
in Mazatlan).
Guerrero Negro
On the way to Guerrero Negro we travel through
a picturesque desert setting seeing hundreds
of varieties of desert plants and some of the
110 species of cacti growing on the Baja Peninsula.
When we get
to Guerrero Negro a spectacular whale watching
boat tour is included on all our trips. We get
up close and personal with whales that return
to Baja every winter to mate and calve. Thousands
of gray whales migrate over 6,000 miles from
the northern shores of the Bering Sea to bear
their young in these calm back waters where they
are protected. New mothers take their babies
out to the nearby open ocean to teach them to
swim and stay close to Mom. Courtship takes hours
as mating generally takes place in the shallow
entrances to the lagoons. We watch in wonder
as the whales show very little fear of man, letting
people pet them or rub their backs.
The mature
male is about 50 feet long and weighs 20 tons.
Newborn babies are 15 feet long. Can you imagine
watching all of this up close? Whales so close
we can touch them or smell their breath. Bring
cameras to take lots of pictures because when
you get back home your friends won’t believe
all the fun and excitement you had on your Adventure
Caravans whale watching tour.
Estero Beach
From Estero Beach we enjoy a lovely bus tour
of Ensenada and surrounding area plus the famous
Blow Hole at La Bufadora. The final evening
we enjoy a festive Farewell Dinner where we
can reminisce about the good times and fun
we all had on our Caravan to Baja.
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