We also offer a Baja Whale Shark Tours, a tour that also takes place on the sea of Cortez . August through to October offers the best opportunity to view these gentle giants so near to the shores of the US.

Las Animas Wilderness Lodge has year round fin whales. Directly in front of our bay is the “Canal De Ballenas” ( Whale Canal ) where at any given moment you may have fin whale sightings. These majestic creatures are the second largest whales. You may have the chance to see one of them from your yurt's patio spouting at a distance. Our captains are always ready to take you to have a closer look in our boats.


Why choose Baja Airventures for whale watching tours?

• Close to America - your adventure begins and ends directly in San Diego, CA

• We give you more time enjoying the beauty of Baja, for less money.

• We offer comfortable accommodations - private B&B lodging a well as our wilderness retreat. No camping.

• Small groups (no more than 11) and private locations along the untouched Baja peninsula.

• See and experience more of Baja through the windows of a private aircraft.

• You’ll enjoy more of Baja from the land, sea and air thanks to less travel time.

• No other operator is able to combine the best of both sides of Baja like we are.

• Open bar to Beer and Margaritas

• Superior customer service.

• Experienced and friendly staff & guides

• Thousands of happy guests since 1989


Quick Facts about Baja Whale Tours

Q.  What are the qualifications of your whale watching guides?
A.  At San Ignacio Lagoons and Scammons we use local licensed guides who are accompanied by your English speaking Baja AirVentures guide. They are extremely knowledgeable of the local flora and fauna and have been taking out such tour groups for years. They are aware and abide by the rules and regulations for the safe viewing which includes ways in which to leave them undisturbed.

Q.  What is your trip capacity?
A.  Baja Airventures limits group size to no more then 11 guests on the Best of Baja tour. Other whale watching tours companies often crowd up to 50 or more on a single tour and as a result are unable to provide as personal or rewarding an experience

Q.  How is the Food?
A.  The food is fantastic! We boast the best kitchens on both sides of the peninsula! Our cooks offer all you can eat in traditional ranchero style meals, barbecue, fresh fish, home-made tortillas; purified drinking water are all included.

Q.  How about the accommodations?
A.  The tours double occupancy B&B rooms are clean, private, charming and comfortable. Las Animas's features private yurts with an attached private bathroom with state of the art dry compost toilets, solar showers and comfortable beds


Whale watching tours may get you close enough to touch!
Imagine the five to six days that you will be able to experience and learn about the outstanding Baja peninsula. This is a diverse and brilliant wilderness area full of contrasts. Only in Baja, Mexico are you able experience four ecosystems: Mediterranean, coastal, desert and mountain, two oceans, and all less than 3 hours from the US. Flying in your own private aircraft atop lush green valleys, pine forests, pristine coastlines, and snow capped mountains, endless virgin coastlines and deeply sculptured canyons!

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