Head to Ensenada Grande, a popular anchorage with its turquoise waters, towering rocky cliffs and white sand beaches. Ashore you can hike, lounge on the beach or enjoy the waters and snorkel along the rocky shoreline.
A short sail away from La Paz, Isla Partida is one of the UNESCO protected sister islands on the beautiful Baja peninsula. Separated from Isla Espiritu Santo by a narrow blue channel, when the tide is right it's even possible to wade across to both islands. Isla Partida is home to the Ensenada Grande - celebrated as one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of Mexico. This remote beach is all Tiffany blues, sculpted rock formations, and homemade fish tacos. Spend the day paddleboarding to admire the chiseled coast, swim in the jewel toned waters, and visit the blue footed boobie colonies close by. Those who adore diving will certainly be in their element when ducking beneath the blue as scores of marine life make their home on this evocative sea shore. Even if you stay on the surface you are likely to see playful sea lions, dolphins, and even pods of humpback whales if you are there in the winter months.
On the eastern coast of the balmy and bohemian Baja Peninsula, Isla San Francisco is separated from the mainland by a 10km channel stretch. It’s a tiny island, less than 2km long and less than 3km wide and is of course, completely uninhabited. The sheltered waters that ebb and flow around Isla San Francisco make it an ideal anchorage, especially for those who want to soak up stark beauty, get up close and personal with the island's reptile population, and snorkel in the vibrant blue and remarkably clear waters. Charter guests can take a hike up along the ridge for majestic views or spend a lazy afternoon swimming and snorkeling. There’s also the opportunity to head out kayaking around the coast or to explore the salt flats.
On the southern end of the sandy spit, Bahia Amortajada is a sandy spit of mangrove lagoons and shimmering hues. A beautiful spot to drop anchor, this peaceful bay invites you to swim, snorkel, kayak, and partake in any gentle activity that involves you and the sea. Exploring the mangroves with a kayak is a great way to spot egrets, long legged pelicans, and other local wildlife trilling in the bright blue and humid air. For those charter guests who want to do a spot of fishing, it’s also a great spot to cast your line and see what snaps. There’s no doubt that the simple life is here to be enjoyed on the Bahia Amortajada.
The other half to Isla Partida, Espiritu Santo is another sublime rock formation, brought to the surface by ancient earthquakes. Colored in shades of soft pink, chocolate, and ripples of beige, this island is the 12th largest in the whole of Mexico and is completely uninhabited. It’s also a protected area of fauna and flora and a UNESCO biosphere region. This whole area is home to froclicking dolphins, curious sea lions, blue footed boobies, squawking birds, and rays drifting along the vibrant blue surface of the sea. Isla Espiritu Santo is a great spot for snorkeling, diving, kayaking, and simply soaking up the wonders of Mexico’s remote island wilderness.
A craggy rock adrift in the Sea of Cortez, Los Islotes not be the image of white sand beaches but it's this spot that helps earn Baja the reputation for being the Galapagos of North America. Barking sea lions love this rocky spot and spending any time here will introduce you to a whole cast of the whiskered characters. Whether heaped in a pile or popping their head up from the waters, Los Isolates invites you to get up close and personal with the curious and playful creatures. Charter guests can choose to snorkel in these waters rather than just watching the sea lions from the deck. As the sea lions appear to be completely unfazed by snorkelers, you can expect plenty of light-hearted interaction from these charming dogs of the sea. Along with sea lions you can also witness a world of other creatures too - sparkling fish, rays, dolphins, and whales all make their home in these waters.
Explore the local area of Colonia Pichilingue. Visit Cerro de La Calavera and Malecon La Paz, and enjoy traditional Mexico tacos on the beach.