From mid-January to April, the Bay of Loreto becomes a wildlife watcher´s dream when migratory whales are visiting the warm Sea of Cortes waters for calving and breeding. This whale watching tour will give casual magical nature´s encounter to discover the world´s most spectacular sightings of humpbacks, seals, fins, orcas, and especially the blue whale.
Blue whale watching
Full Package
$138 USD per person
(Minimum 4 passengers)
-Children half price
Inclusions:
Panga Boat
Light lunch, snacks, and refreshments
Experience guide Capitan
ID whale chart
Panga boat ride (4-hour tour)
Expercience captain
We suggest bringing to this excursion:
Comfortable clothes and light jacket or sweatshirt
Sunglasses, hat or cap, & camera—smartphone.
Sunscreen
$ for souvenirs
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**$ Gratuities are extra and are not included on
this package (customary 10 to 15% average tour value)
Extras:
Admission fee bracelet marine national park reserve: $230 Pesos Mx per person +12 Years old . Available at arina entrance
Available services & attractions on site:
Video and photo service on the tour
W.C. available on harbor.
availability :
Monday, Wednesday & Fridays
Duration: 4 hours
(Minimum 4 guests)
** If you need to get a private tour or your group is a minor of (3) guests, please give a text or message to find a group.
Departure places & hours:
*Loreto city area*
7:30 am @ our booth check-in location across street Loreto marina
*Loreto Bay / Nopolo
7:30 am @ Beach front Loreto Bay Hotel
*Villa del Palmar Loreto Resort
8:30 am @ Beach front area
PACKAGES OPTIONS :
FULL PACKAGE
Food & drinks incuded
Minimum (4) Adult passengers
-Children half price-
FAQ´s ABOUT BLUE BLUE TOUR
What´s Blue whale watching ecounter tour ?
**ANSWER.-This whale watching tour will give casual magical nature´s encounter to discover the world´s most spectacular sightings of humpbacks, seals, fins, orcas, and especially the blue whale.
How long does it last the Blue whale watching ecounter tour?
**ANSWER.-Normally (4) hours but usually we may extend to a half hour, it all depends on more sightings or natural encounters on the way like dolphins or other marine life .
What type of boat do you offer for this tour?
**ANSWER.-We usually offer the typical local fishermen's boat so called "Pangas" with cushioned sseats and all the basic safety equipment for you and your family or visitors.
Does the boat have a toilet on bboard?
**ANSWER.- Unfortunately not if is a "Panga" type bboat. e have a chance before departure to do a "baños" WC stop pprior tothe boat tour.
Do you customize your tours?
**ANSWER.-Yes, it all depends on the number and size of the group ((privateor family ttours) aswell as the food and beverages requirements. We may adapt to your needs and provide you with a free quote under no obligation.
Do I need to pay the entrance fee of the harbor access before we embark?
and where do I purchase it?
**ANSWER.-Yes , it is a barcelet cost of $230 pesos, or approximately $12 USD per person above 12 years old.
Extra only for gatuities.
Do you provide food & beverages for this tour?
**ANSWER.- Yes, we offer a set menu of light lunch: sandwiches or burritos. However, you can order additional or add other entrees or extras at an additional cost. We also have a vegetarian or non-seafood menu upon request.
Does this tour include land transportation?
**ANSWER.- No, you must acquire a taxi or transfer near our location across the street from the Marina Loreto entrance.
Are the captains or crew bilingual?
*ANSWER.-The captains or boat crew are loclocals; however, you will be accompanied by a guide who will provide you with hospitality and translation during the course of your excursion.
Do the vessels have lifeguards on board?
**ANSWER.-Yes, this is part of the local and Mexican naval regulations.
Our boats have all the necessary equipment for maritime safety required by law:
Life jackets
Marine Band Radio
First Aid Kit
Life jackets
Rescue locator distress signal system
GPS / Compass
Safety flares
Boat & passengers insurance
How much is it customary to tip the crew or captains?
**ANSWER. We greatly appreciate your willingness to compensate those who provide the tours. What is customary would generally be 10 to 15% of the cost of the activity or excursion, either per person or for the total amount. Please note that although gratuities are not included in the service with the purchase of the tour or excursion, the tip is an extra gesture—it is not mandatory.
What do you suggest to bring to the excursion to be more comfortable?
**ANSWER.-
Comfortable clothes, walking shoes & light
jacket or sweatshirtSunglasses, hat or cap & camera -smartphone.
Sunscreen
$ for souvenirs
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Do you have public restroom facilities on the toutour?
*ANSWER.-Yes, we offer before starting the trip at marina entrance.-
Do you have other types of rentals or services on this tour that we can rent?
***ANSWER.- Yes, may provide video.