Loretto to La Paz kayak expedition
This classic eight to ten day Loretto to La Paz kayak expedition is great for the adventurous paddler desiring to experience a remote area that few people see. This Loretto to La Paz kayak expedition journeys along a road-less coastline between Loreto and La Paz in the Sea of Cortez, Baja, Mexico.
The timetable for the trip needs to be relaxed! There can be windy days which prevent kayaking, and this is a trip to savour. Exploring the coastal inlets where the desert and cactus touch the sea. This coastline is one of the most remote and sparsely populated areas in all of Baja. There are no villages or towns, and the only access to the occasional fish camp is by sea.
The Sierra Giganta Range plunges into the Sea of Cortez, effectively isolating the area from the rest of the peninsula and creating a stunningly beautiful backdrop the entire trip.
Encompassing 65 miles of road-less coastline and offshore islands between Loreto and La Paz on the peninsula’s eastern coast, this is Baja’s classic sea kayak expedition. We should see pods of dolphins, as well as massive whales. You’ll paddle past towering volcanic peaks, miles of unexplored beaches and forests of giant cardon cactus. Prehistoric-looking frigate birds circle high above while squadrons of pelicans glide across the glassy water.
The expedition ends in La Paz. From La Paz there is the chance to snorkel with whale sharks. These plankton-eaters are the world’s largest fish and can reach lengths of up to 42′ (13 m).
Whale sharks migrate into the bay of La Paz from October through April.
This trip can also be complimented with a visit to the gray whale camp on the east coast of the peninsular or a boat trip to look for blue whales.
Contact us if you are interested in a privately organised trip with your own guide.
Loretto to La Paz kayak expedition season October-November, March-April.
Why not check out Gray Whale watching?
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