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Embark on an extraordinary adventure to Central America and Mexico and experience the wonder of whale watching on our collection of whale watching tours and cruises for the current and upcoming year. Offering an opportunity to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, our tours provide an awe-inspiring encounter with nature. Over a range of days, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Sea of Cortez and Mexico's Baja California, observing the breathtaking marine life and enjoying a variety of enriching activities such as snorkeling, wildlife viewing, and hiking. With prices starting at an affordable rate, this is an unmissable opportunity to connect with the untouched beauty of Central America and Mexico. To embark on this remarkable journey, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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A pod of long-beaked common dolphins in the Sea of Cortez, Baja California, Mexico
from $6,450
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Baja California: Among the Great Whales

Loreto, Mexico Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Observe California gray whales
  • Hike across desert islands
  • Experience the Baja California
  • Snorkel with sea lions
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Loreto / Loreto
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Board National Geographic Venture in Loreto and explore the Gulf of California on an 8-day cruise. Kayak, snorkel, and hike on uninhabited islands, search for whales in Pacific lagoons, swim with sea lions at Los Islotes, and visit marine parks including Cabo Pulmo and Isla Espíritu Santo before returning to Loreto.
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Day time aerial view of Playa Balandra, an iconic beach in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico
from $8,400
$500 Off
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In Steinbeck's Wake: An Epic Voyage Through the Sea of Cortez

La Paz Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager
  • Sail around Isla Espiritu Santo
  • Spot diverse bird species
  • Search for majestic whales
  • Snorkel with sea lions & reef fish
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San Jose del Cabo / San Jose del Cabo
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Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise aboard the Safari Voyager to explore Baja California's marine wonders. Discover marine life at Punta Marcial, snorkel Isla Catalina, and kayak Bahia de los Angeles. Enjoy whale watching between Catalina and Santa Rosalia, visit historic Santa Rosalia, and bird-watch on Isla San Esteban.
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Collected a starfish while snorkeling.
from $7,400
$500 Off
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Baja California's Whales & Sealife

La Paz Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager
  • Snorkel Los Islotes sea lions
  • Ride burro Bahia Agua Verde
  • Paddle Isla San Jose
  • Hike Isla San Francisco
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San Jose del Cabo / San Jose del Cabo
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Safari Voyager, exploring the rich marine life and landscapes of Baja California Sur from San Jose del Cabo to La Paz. Visit Isla San Francisco, Bahia Agua Verde, Isla San Jose, and Los Islotes. Snorkel with sea lions, kayak, hike, and spot whales, dolphins, and coastal birdlife.
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Cabo Pulmo
from $8,100
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Baja California Discovery: Exploring Mexico’s Gulf of California

Loreto to La Paz - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Explore Bahia Concepcion waters
  • Walk historic Santa Rosalia
  • Hike Isla San Esteban slopes
  • See Los Islotes sea lions
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Loreto / San Jose del Cabo
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Variable
Travel through Baja California on an 11-day expedition aboard National Geographic Venture. Sail from Loreto through the Gulf of California, explore Bahía Concepción, snorkel Cabo Pulmo, hike desert islands, kayak mangroves, and swim with sea lions at Los Islotes. Search for whales, dolphins, and rare seabirds.
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Dolphins Jumping in Baja
from $8,400
$500 Off
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Captain's Cruise: An Epic Voyage Through the Sea of Cortez

La Paz Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager
  • Explore remote Baja islands
  • Search for marine mammals
  • Experience local ranch culture
  • Kayak scenic coastal waters
Starts / Ends
San Jose del Cabo / La Paz
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Travel on a 12-day journey from La Paz through Baja California Sur aboard Safari Voyager. Visit remote islands, search for marine life, and explore coastal sites by kayak, skiff, and guided hikes. Experience local culture, wildlife habitats, and varied landscapes across the Northern Gulf of California.
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Humpback whale breaches out of the Ocean
from $3,282
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Luxury Glamping and Whales of Magdalena Bay

6 Day Itinerary
  • See migrating gray whales
  • Stay at Camp Cecil de la Bahia
  • Spot diverse lagoon birdlife
  • Explore mangrove estuaries
  • Learn Mexican cooking skills
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San Jose del Cabo / San Jose del Cabo
Activities
Camping, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 6-day adventure takes you through Baja California Sur. Move from artistic Todos Santos to the waters of Magdalena Bay to see gray whales in their natural habitat. Your days include luxury glamping, exploring mangroves, and learning Mexican cooking from a local chef, blending wildlife with authentic culture.
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Ruins in Colon, Panama
from $13,300
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Costa Rica & Panama Coastal Expedition Cruise

Liberia Airport to Panama City - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager
  • Explore Santa Rosa Wilderness
  • Visit Embera Cultural Village
  • Cross Panama Canal
  • Discover Guna Yala Islands
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Liberia / Panama City
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 15-day expedition cruise from Liberia, Costa Rica, to Panama City, Panama, aboard Safari Voyager. Explore remote national parks, tropical islands, vibrant reefs, and Indigenous communities while kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, and crossing the iconic Panama Canal on an unforgettable small-ship adventure.
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Crossing a stream on Osa Peninsula
from $7,700
$250 Off
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Costa Rica's Pure Life Adventure Cruise

Liberia Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager
  • Hike Murciélago Bay trails
  • Snorkel Isla Tortuga reefs
  • Paddle Curú mangrove waterways
  • Spot monkeys in Osa
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Liberia / Liberia
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Variable
Sail Costa Rica’s wild Pacific coast on this 8-day roundtrip cruise from Liberia aboard Safari Voyager. Hike remote trails in Murciélago Bay, explore the wildlife-rich Curú Wildlife Refuge, and paddle through the tropical fjord of Golfo Dulce. Enjoy expert-led kayaking, snorkeling, and scenic hikes.
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Desert Landscape in Baja
from $3,669
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Sea and Sierra National Parks Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore diverse Sierra de la Laguna
  • Experience rancho culture
  • Snorkel Cabo Pulmo National Park
  • Swim with sea lions & colorful fish
  • Discover and be awed by Baja
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Cabo Pulmo / San Jose del Cabo
Activity Level
Easy Active
On this 7-day tour, explore three important National Parks of Baja California Sur: Sierra de La Laguna, Cabo Pulmo National Park, and Espiritu Santo Island. Admire the landscapes, seascapes, marine life, and rancho culture of this wild region. Tour La Paz with its world-class beaches, waterfront Malecón, and abundant fresh seafood.
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Gray Whale sighting
from $3,006
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Gray Whales and Espiritu Santo Island

The Perfect Combination - 5 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Baja & the Sea of Cortez
  • Observe curious gray whales
  • Snorkel with playful sea lions
  • Feast on freshly caught seafood
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this five-day Baja California, Mexico trip, encounter gray whales as they approach your boat in Magdalena Bay. Snorkel with playful sea lions and visit the UNESCO World Site of Espiritu Santo Island. Explore La Paz, a friendly beach city with an array of adventure opportunities. Learn about the biodiversity of remarkable Baja California.
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Gray Whale tail splashing
from $8,540
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In Search of the Great Whales – with Smithsonian Journeys

Cabo San Lucas Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Relax on Cabo San Lucas beaches
  • Guerrero Negro whale watching
  • Snorkel Cabo Pulmo coral reefs
  • Visit Los Islotes sea lions
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Cabo San Lucas / Cabo San Lucas
Activity Level
Variable
Sail along Baja California on an 11-day cruise aboard Le Bellot. Start and end in Cabo San Lucas, explore UNESCO marine parks, snorkel at coral reefs, encounter sea lions, grey whales, dolphins, and admire volcanic islands, deserts, and colonial towns for an unforgettable wildlife and cultural journey.
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Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge
from $2,512
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Corcovado Lodge Adventure

6 Day Itinerary
  • Stay in remote eco-lodges
  • Explore the Osa Peninsula
  • Spot rare tropical wildlife
  • Hike Corcovado rainforest trails
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Scuba Diving, Fishing, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience Costa Rica’s remote Osa Peninsula on a 6-day adventure based at SCP Wilderness Lodge near Corcovado National Park. Travel by boat through jungle rivers, explore wildlife-rich rainforests, hike private trails, and join guided excursions into one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. Ends with a return to San José.
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