Pacific Coast — Baja Natural History Tours

Pacific Coast 5 & 10 day trips

Here our pacific coast expedition begins on the opposing side of the desert peninsula. We start our journey crossing the border at Mexicali, where we head south towards our first night camping at Bahia San Luis Gonzaga. From here we traverse the peninsula and make our way into one of the most unique desert ecosystems on the globe, the Valle de los Cirios naturally protected area. Here we will spend several nights at remote campsites, accompanied by an eco-lodge stay which includes guided hiking trips led by one of the regions expert naturalists .

The rainfall in this central portion of the peninsula is highly variable from year to year because it falls between the two main weather patterns that supply the peninsula with rain. The winter rains which travel down the coast from the northern Pacific—supporting the chaparral vegetation of the northwestern part of the peninsula—rarely reach this far. Likewise, the summer monsoons from the south, which supply the Cape Region's tropical vegetation, are uncertain to reach the central part of the peninsula. The average rainfall in the Valle de los Cirios portion of the Vizcaino Desert is 2 in per year.

However, the Vizcaino Desert has another source of precipitation. The Pacific ocean's cool California Current causes frequent coastal fog that can penetrate into the inland areas several kilometers. Condensed fog drips and soaks into the soil, and also supports epiphyptic lichens and plants that can be seen clinging to cacti, fenceposts, and even power lines.

From here our 5 day trips come to an end, and our 10 day journey dives deeper south into the Vizcaino Biosphere Reserve, one of the most biodiverse and least populated regions in Mexico. Here we will visit ancient petroglyphs and cave art, Jesuit missions, mangrove estuaries and lagoons, and a sweeping Pacific coastline supporting a rich maritime culture. These trips can be custom tailored to suit your specific needs or interests, and prices will fluctuate higher or lower depending on adjustments.

Rates

5 Day- $800 usd per person

10 Day- $1500 usd per person

Mesquite fired pizza under a stratovolcano, yup. Can’t wait to raid Trader Joe’s for the next trip 🤤 #woodfiredpizza #Baja #bajacalifornia #cookinginnature #mesquite #sonorandesert #bajacaliforniasur

BBQ pulled pork, rice and beans, homemade tortillas, coffee, lots of coffee, stories of the land, of desert irrigation, cave paintings, hidden gardens and orchards, mountain lions, bighorn sheep. Yes, the sheep, always at the back of ones mind. Juanito spots some movement at the volcanoes caldera rim, and the bustle of breakfast stops. Binoculars and spotting scopes appear within seconds, we all sit silently and observe. It’s a family affair, the love for this land runs deep ❤️ #bajacalifornia #baja #bajacaliforniasur #wildlifephotography #wildlife #adventuretravel #phototour #naturephotography #conservation #expedition #culturalheritage

One of the reasons the Tres Virgenes volcanic complex is the crowned jewel of central Baja (in my humble opinion) is the fact that it makes for a great base camp and jumping off point for exploring the Vizcaino Biosphere Reserve. Positioned on the volcanic spine of the sierra, you’re a stones throw from the Sea of Cortez, and 2.5 hrs from from the Pacific Ocean. Not too bad when you can hike through lava flows in the morning and be surfing a right hand point break by the afternoon. #Bajacalifornia #baja #bajacaliforniasur #explorebaja #bajaoverland #overlanding #overland #adventuretravel #sonorandesert #stratovolcano #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #conservationphotography #conservation #ethnobotany #vaquero #surftrip #adventurerig #homeonwheels #expedition #adventure #hiking #trekking

Deep tissue massage Baja style. Highly recommend a piping hot cup of coffee fresh out of the kettle while driving this well maintained scenic coastal byway 😅 #Bajacalifornia #baja #scouting #mission #valledeloscirios #areanaturalprotegida #overlanding #overland #camping #expedition #adventuretravel #adventure #algorithmquest #slowbaja

Still trying to put the pieces together after a journey into the volcanic veins of this landscape. Everything I thought I knew about this region became uplifted and inverted, not unlike the layered volcanic syncline that paints the canyon walls in ochres, reds, and pinks. This is as much a vertical as it is a horizontal landscape, it’s moods changing with the passing of the sun. Shadows grow and stretch across the desert plain as the sun dips to the west. A landscape that was motionless under oppressive heat begins to quiver as andesite lava flows slowly move with the dance of light. Time often feels as though we’re trying to hold heaps of sand in the palm of our hands, yet here that motion seems to halt. For those of you who are Tolkien fans, the best way I can describe this region is its where Gandalf goes to fight the Balrog and one week feels like an eternity. Looking forward to sharing more from this recent trip and hope to be able to share this experience with clients in the future. #BajaCalifornia #Baja #adventuretravel #adventure #sonorandesert #volcanism #stratovolcano #volcano #bushwalking #outback #purabaja #localguides #expedition #wildlife #ecology #latinamerica #anthropology #geology #geoscience #adventuretourism #overlanding #overland #bajaoverland #hiking #trekking

Llano de Los Datilillos, an expanse of mesquite and palo blanco bosque which slowly rolls down from the eastern escarpment of the Volcan Tres Virgenes. On the eve of the Baja 1000, tucked far away from the rumble of machines, we sit in the shadow of the mountain. Here lies the kingdom of Baja California’s big three terrestrial mammalian species, the bighorn sheep, mountain lion, and the peninsular mule deer. Volcanic regions not only remind me of the geologic origins of our planet, but also of our own. Of our ancestral wayfinding through deserts, savanna’s, and glaciated plateau’s, spanning latitudes and longitudes to the far flung corners of the globe. It’s no wonder places like this leave many of us feeling a sense of “home”; they are within us, as they always have been. #Bajacalifornia #Baja #Baja100sucks #tresvirgenes #adventuretravel #expedition

Taking an exploratory work trip through several of Baja California’s eco-regions connecting with old friends, and visiting some of our favorite haunts. Here @natebphotos gave me a super informative run down on long exposure photography while experimenting with subjects, stars, and light. Tomorrow we’ll be diving into the widest part of the Baja California peninsula where we’ll begin our exploration of the Pacific coastline followed by the volcanic spine which forms central Baja’s sierra complex. #outpost #bajacalifornia #baja #adventuretravel #overlanding #overlander #expedition

These third Gen F-250 6.2’s are great in Baja. Simple, reliable, and plenty of low end torque. @hobomoto and I both have the base trim models, vinyl floor lining, cloth seats, nothing flashy and easy to clean. I’ll be adding a @bankspower performance tuner to really wake things up under the hood, especially when I need on demand power in deep sand. Have a Good Friday folks 🤙🏽 #bajacalifornia #baja #expedition #overlanding #overland #broverlanding #dontbeabro #vizcaino #adventure #adventuretravel #ecology #anthropology #fordf250 #adventurerig #adventuremobile #homeiswhereyouparkit

Out there 👽 I’ll be heading south to do some quick scouting for a trip at the end of the month, feel free to DM or shoot me an email for more details. #bajacalifornia #baja #bajabound

Educating in the outdoors is fucking awesome 😃 Our feeds are choked with countless images attempting to inspire us , yet without substance they’re merely little hits of dopamine, one after the other, after the other. Personally, I believe in the story. Each corner of the globe has its own unique legend, legacies of people and land shaping each other throughout the millenia. Simply put, those stories are the substance of life and traveling mindfully gives us unique opportunities to peer into the looking glass of these spaces. Beyond solely pursuing the “fun” stuff, my biggest priority while orchestrating badass experiences outdoors is discovering what can we learn from each other, the landscape, and the cultures surrounding us. #Iceland #Bajacalifornia #adventuretravel #adventuretouring #adventure #expedition #expeditiontravel #baja #mindfulness #natgeotravel #wilderness #sonorandesert #surftrip #overlanding #adventurerig