It is protected from the pacific ocean by the unpopulated sandy barrier islands of isla magdalena and isla santa margarita. Magdalena bay whales contacted in august to set up the trip for mom. Private whale watching excursion to magdalena bay, mexico. After 40 years of working with whale sightings and having a constant interaction with our clients, all agreed. Magbay outfitters fishing charter, magdalena bay mexico. Each year, thousands of california gray whales make the 10,000mile or more 16,000kilometer round trek from their arctic feeding grounds to the warm pacific breeding waters of mexicos baja peninsula. Whale watching tours in magdalena bay, whale camp magdalena. Tea and coffee greet you with the morning sun, and youre welcome to stroll along the beach and watch the whales wake up while your guides prepare a hot breakfast. Gray whales are only present from midjanuary to midmarch. Part three in our series, whale sharks, sea lions and. During september each year, the pacific gray whale, eschrichtius robustus, begins its 6,000 mile or so journey from the icy waters of the bearing sea to one of several of bajas warm pacific lagoons. The reason for this occasional behavior is unknown. It will be a privilege for my dad whale king, my self. The walk down from the road beyond matapouri, is beautiful with stunning native trees.
In pursuit of grey whales at a magdalena bay whale. On this compact trip, well navigate the length of the bay aboard our nimble. Gray whale watching at adolfo lopez mateos, magdalena bay. Join facebook to connect with magdalena bay whales and others you may know. While whales are likely to be the highlight of our voyage, the baja peninsula is home to so much more. May 02, 2015 after the whales left, we drove to puerto san carlos, our base for the next mornings adultwhalewatching in magdalena bay. In mexicos stunning magdalena bay, humans and whales meet up. Magdalena bay baja california 2020 all you need to know. Magdalena bay baja california all you need to know before.
Stay in a cabana by the beach and live a unique encounter with gray whales in one of our private tours. Our 3 and 4day magdalena bay whale watching tours include camping at our exclusive safaristyle basecamp set on a secluded beach. Situated about 5 hours north of cabo san lucas, this stretch of land is populated by a small community of fisherman. Feb 28, 2017 video of a baby gray whale playing beside our boat in magdalena bay, baja california sur, mexico, february 2017. On any given day one can view over ten different whales. The protected bays and lagoons of the baja provide a safe haven to the gray whales to breed and calve. Starting from 2016 cabo trek offers now 2 days excursions to for gray whale watching in lopez mateos, also known as magdalena bay. If you visit our social media, youll notice that this is a busy time of year, for guests, family and friends. Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay.
Each year about january the whales enter the bay to breed and raise their young. Touching gray whales in magdalena bay mexico oc mom blog. The protected lagoon is the perfect place for the whales to give birth and raise their young. We provide many different packages for magdalena bay whale tours in baja california. Proudly creating lifelong memories for more than 20. Whale watching at magdalena bay, mexico audley travel. After the whales left, we drove to puerto san carlos, our base for the next mornings adultwhalewatching in magdalena bay. Reserve your spot for the once in a lifetime unforgettable journey.
Whale watching in mexicos magdalena bay audley travel. Magdalena s 70milelong bay will offer us ample opportunities for interactions. Marco of magdalena whale watching took us out and and knew how to work until the mother and calf got used to us and we got close. The multiday gray whale camping adventure offers extended hours for whalewatching and kayaks are available at the basecamp for exploring the amazing area. Magdalena bay adventures leave it to bbc one to capture over and over the most epic threeway struggle between a dorado, frigate bird and the flying fish, an event that i have only seen a couple of times in the wild. They travel south from alaska in the fall, arriving in mexico to spend the winter, give birth. Magdalena bay whale watching, puert san carlos, baja california sur, mex. Download 450 magdalena bay stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. Let us take you on this unforgettable journey of interacting with these magnificent creatures. Magdalena bay stock photos download 450 royalty free photos.
Of the whale watching tours we offer in baja mexico, this one is best for seeing whales at very close range, and plenty of them. Enjoy the wonderful magdalena bay whale watching season camp. Because the whale observation occurs within the bay even if the weather is bad one can still go out and see grey whales up close. The whales prefer magdalena bay because the sand dune barrier islands protect the bay from rough water and predators. S have been interacting with people in small fishing boats since about 1970. It is entirely protected by a fence around the entire property so you can enjoy your own community peacefully in beautiful magdalena bay, baja california sur. Gray whale watching day trips in bajas magdalena bay of mexico. Magdalena bay is the largest wetlands ecosystem on the west coast of baja and one of the most important in north america. Gray whales in magdalena bay, lopez mateos cabo whale trek. Magdalena bay whales puerto san carlos 2020 all you need. Ground transportation, private plane and overnight options available.
Whale watching magdalena bay outfitters magdalena bay. The laguna is quiet but full of life, for thousands of years the gray whales have migrated here to give birth to their calves and nourish them until they are strong enough to make their journey back to the cold waters of alaska. Whale watching trips can be arranged at any time during your stay on isla magdalena during. The tents are situated at such places from where you can watch the whales.
Gray whales arent the only species to see while in baja. Magdalena bay is one of only three breeding sites for the grey whales. This video is being managed exclusively by newsflare. Meeting the gray whales in magdalena bay quintess member. The water is so warm on this coast for two born and bred south islanders. This past february, my husband and i had the extraordinary opportunity to visit magdalena bay for a onceinalifetime whale experience. Aug 28, 2017 a gray whale approaches a boat of visitors in mexicos magdalena bay. Baja is well known as a great place to whale watch. Video of a baby gray whale playing beside our boat in magdalena bay, baja california sur, mexico, february 2017. Curious, playful, and friendly, the california gray whales of magdalena bay in san carlos, b. Bahia magdalena is one of the most highly populated whale calving areas, as these magnificent beasts migrate south to north every year. Magdalena bay whales puerto san carlos 2020 all you. As early as 1837 american whaleships visited the bay to cooper their oil and hunt sperm. Sheltered by low barrier islands, the waters of magdalena bay provide a perfect and peaceful winter home to hundreds of california gray whales.
Vacation whale watching activities in mexico expedia. We are intimately familiar with and have learned to care for and respect our long time friends the majestic gray whales and deep blue waters of baja californias bestkept secret magdalena bay. Calafia whale watching magdalena bay 2020 we booked our tour through the hotel with calafia whales but had recommendations where people did right through their site. But as a result of international treaties and the extensive efforts of the mexican government, the worldwide california gray whale population is now estimated at over 20,000. Well see and hear them around the ship and venture out in expeditionlanding craft for exhilarating up close encounters. Yacht services long range fishing bird watching mag bay mangroves whale watching in magdalena bay mexico. Whale watching in magdalena bay mexico the lodge at mag bay. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. A gray whale approaches a boat of visitors in mexicos magdalena bay. Trailer your boat and stay in the newly remodeled whale tales inn.
Whale watching tours with gray whales in bajas magdalena bay gray whale watching guaranteed. Exclusive to magdalena bay, is the whale watching tours, in lopez matoes, minutes away from the whales tale inn. Whale breeding grounds thrill visitors at bajas magdalena bay the. Since 1991, we have arranged whale watching trips utilizing the best dive and land adventure specialists. Baby juvenile gray whale spray magdalena bay mexico surface blowhole stock. A quick response and good communication for the experience.
Take the private tour and enjoy this adventure to the fullest or share the boat and save a big buck. You can observe gray whales and discover magdalena bays diverse, fascinating ecosystem of windswept sand dunes, vibrant desert flora and mangrovelined estuaries. Waterlogged off magdalena bay bdoutdoors bloodydecks. With the highest concentration of baja gray whales right offshore, theres no better place to witness the gray whales as they play. Magdalena bay is known for some of the best whale watching perhaps in the world. Whale watching in magdalena bay after a good hearty breakfast be ready to depart 7. The bay is the southernmost region along the pacific coast where whales stop along their migration to give birth. Fly fishing, surfing, 4x4 tours, and anything else you might want to do while in baja come check us out. In mexicos magdalena bay, the curiosity between humans and gray whales is mutual. Our fiveday gray whales of magdalena bay whale watching tours include threedays at our safaristyle base camp situated on a secluded beach at the center of whale activity. It was interesting to see how protective the mother was of her calf. The connections possible with our fellow mammals in the lagoons of magdalena bay are absolutely joyous and should be at the top of any bucket list you may be creating. In this larger bay are young males and females and mating adults. Discover everything you need to know about 2020 magdalena bay whale watching in this comprehensive guide.
If you have any questions dont hesitate to call bob hoyt 7609082252. Gray whales whale watching in magdalena bay cabo trek. Gray whale watching in bahia magdalena, bcs, mexico. The bay of whales was a natural ice harbor, or iceport, indenting the front of ross ice shelf just north of roosevelt island, antarctica. Gray whale watching in lopez mateos is an incredible experience.
Magdalena bay whale watching magdalena bay, baja mexico. A whale in magdalena bay lifts its eyes above the waterline and then submerges again. This is the third location in mexico for this experience. If you are looking to sport fish or whale watch or any other tours in the area, this home is the perfect spot. Family whale watching in magdalena bay sea kayak adventures. Beware of magdalena bay whale tours magdalena bay, baja.
Villas mar y arena magdalena bay whale watching tours. Your first whale watching session will start immediately upon arrival. Bahia magdalenas massive extension is an ideal place to view grey whales giving birth, reproduce and socializing. If youre here just for the sea kayaking, the best time to visit baja is the end of octearly dec, as well as marapr, as the wind drops and the sea of cortez is clear and calm. Join sea kayak adventures for a tripofalifetime in bajas premier whale watching lagoon, magdalena bay.
It took two hours to do this but was well worth the experience. Whale watching in magdalena bay was a once in a lifetime experience. Gray whales in cabo san lucas whale watch cabo tours. February is peak month for both grey whales and visitors, and whale watching trips take place in magdalena bay and san ignacio lagoon. Bahia magdalena is a 50 km long bay in comondu municipality. You can observe gray whales and discover magdalena bay s diverse, fascinating ecosystem of windswept sand dunes, vibrant desert flora and mangrovelined estuaries. From middecember to march, the grays mate and calve in the west coast shallows of scammons lagoon, san ignacio lagoon and magdalena bay. Your day is filled with whale watching, hiking along the sand dunes and beachcombing the pacific beaches. Get up close with wildlife in mexicos magdalena bay travel. As over 97% of the gray whale population migrates to a small coastline and small bays in the baja every winter this makes an excellent opportunity for gray whale watching tours, research and conservation. Mag bay tours resource page where campers can find current swell. Bahia magdalena is a 50 km long bay in comondu municipality along the western coast of the mexican state of baja california sur. Gray whales of magdalena bay from december to march, more than 400 gray whales come to magdalena bay in lower baja california sur, mexico. The gray whale spends summers in the waters off of alaska, and then heads 6,000 miles almost 10,000 km south to the warmer lagoons of baja in january, february and march.
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