Suggested Itinerary
HIGHLIGHTS
- Have a farm-fresh organic lunch at a local “finca” and restaurant.
- Stroll the colonial square of downtown San José del Cabo.
- Explore the world-famous reefs of Cabo Pulmo National Park.
- Take an easy hike to the pools and waterfalls of a biosphere reserve.
- Learn about farm life firsthand from a local ranchero family.
- Relax on the beach or splash around in the water – up to you!
Day 1 – Arrival to Cabo
El Encanto Inn
Upon arrive to Los Cabos Airport, your guide and driver will be waiting for you and will transfer you to your hotel. Check in, freshen up, and head out to enjoy lunch at an open-air restaurant surrounded by an organic farm. Learn about the local crops and sit down to a wonderful farm-to-table meal.
Head to downtown San José del Cabo to stroll around the colonial-style plaza, stop in at some of the stores selling handicrafts, and browse the range of art galleries. Or if you prefer, head back to the hotel to enjoy a relaxing afternoon by the pool.
Day 2 – Cabo Pulmo
Ecoadventures Cabañas
No visit to Baja California Sur is complete without experiencing the magic of Cabo Pulmo National Park, just two hours’ drive from San José del Cabo. Home to the northernmost coral reef in the Eastern Pacific, Cabo Pulmo is recognized as a model for successful marine resource management.
Visitors to Cabo Pulmo are continually amazed by the quantity and diversity of marine life. After settling in to your accommodations in this quaint little coastal community, your afternoon is free to pursue optional snorkeling and diving on your own, or take a stroll along the secluded beach or coastal trail at sunset and relax.
Day 3 – Sierra La Laguna
Ecoadventures Cabañas
Today, head up into the mountainous Sierra La Laguna in search of the vernal pools and waterfalls that make this Biosphere Reserve a lush island in the desert, and home to the only oak and pine forests in the region. Your guide will lead you up through the canyons, where you will take in spectacular views, spot flora and fauna, and take a dip in the freshwater pools that make this place such a magical escape.
After lunch we will learn from a local family about the ranchero culture they have preserved over the past few centuries and some of the conservation projects they are participating in. In the late afternoon we will head back to Cabo Pulmo.
Day 4 – Cabo Pulmo Ranch
Ecoadventures Cabañas
Enjoy a relaxed day at Cabo Pulmo. After breakfast, we’ll see what traditional life is like on a working rancho that produces artisanal cheese and other regional delicacies.
In the afternoon enjoy a picnic lunch and a scenic hike along the coast, or relax at the beach, with time for some optional snorkeling or diving on your own.
Day 5 – Departure
Enjoy a relaxed morning, after breakfast you will transfer to the airport for your flight home.
TRIP EXTENSION
Day 4 – La Paz
Seven Crowns Centro or Casa Kootenay
After visiting the rancho in Sierra La Laguna, transfer to La Paz to enjoy a light walk on the scenic malecón.
Day 5 – La Paz City Tour
Seven Crowns Centro or Casa Kootenay
Enjoy a walking tour, tailored to your family’s tastes, around downtown La Paz. La Paz, the historical capital of the Californias, is tranquil, scenic and a great town to get to know on foot. Experience it through a local’s eyes, and your stomach! We will take in cultural and sites of interest, learn about the history of the town, meet some true “paceños,” and along the way stop to try a few local delicacies.
During your days in La Paz, you may also have the chance to visit some of the city museums such as the whale museum, the serpentarium (yes, snakes!), and the anthropology museum. Other kid-friendly optional activities are the Espíritu Santo Island Getaway and Whale Shark Research Adventure.
Day 6 – Balandra Beach and Day at Leisure
Seven Crowns Centro or Casa Kootenay
Visit Balandra Beach – one of the most iconic beaches in the Baja California Peninsula. Get your toes wet on the shallow waters of the bay and take a hike for spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez.
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon at the malecón, where you can rent a bike with a child seat or enjoy a delicious ice cream overlooking the sunset.
Day 7 – Departure
Transfer to airport (approximately 2 hours’ drive) for departure.
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