SNORKELING
About half of the guests that visit Baja Outpost come to snorkel. The snorkeling is so wonderfull especially between June to November when visibility reaches 100 plus feet. However, we offer snorkeling trips yearound.All the reefs that we travel to scuba dive in, are perfect for snorkeling as well. The majority of the marine life in the Sea of Cortez is found in the shallower depth up to 50 feet.
In addition to our regular snorkeling trips, we offer special snorkeling trips such as: Snorkeling with Sea Lions, Dolphins, and Mantas. Our trips are suitable to children and to senior citizens alike. Typically we visit 2 to 3 different reefs in one day.
The white sandy beaches with torquoise waters found at the islands of Loreto National Marine Park, are among the most beautifull beaches found anywhere.
The boat follows the snorkelers about 50 feet away, so that one can climb back to the boat whenever a rest is needed. For the last comfortable in the water, we will provide a live vest to ensure safety.
We offer basic instruction and our divemasters and captains are always very attentive to each individual need, especially those needing phisycal help getting off and back into the boats.
WHAT TO SEE?
The majority of the sea life found around Loreto is present throughout the year, however, some species are mostly found during certain months. From our experience, we have seen many of the species during their off season. During the middle of Summer, we run into 2 Blue Whales that came within 15 feet from our boat. Based on our experience, every day we stand a good chance to have a surprise. Throughout the year we have a permanent presence of more than 200 species of tropical fish. The following table will help you understand when is most probable to find specific species
TYPE OF SPECIES
| Species | Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Sea Lions | x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
| Turtles | x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
| Dolphins | x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
| Manta Rays | x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
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| Hammerhead Sharks | x |
x |
x |
x |
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| Whale Sharks | x |
x |
x |
x |
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| Blue Whales | x |
x |
x |
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| Pilot Whales | x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
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| Grey Whales (on Pacific) |
x |
x |
x |
TEMPERATURE & VISIBILITY
The temperature and visibility changes from 92 degrees during the summer, to 70 degrees winter. Despite these changes, the average visibility is not always the same at all sites. We dive different sites facing North, West, South, and East. We monitor the wind constantly, always looking for the day best dive site. No matter where the wind is coming from, we are guaranteed to dive. During the warmer months, we can dive without a wet-suit (bathing suit or shorts and t-shirt). During the winter months, we recommend diving with a wet-suit. However, we have seen many brave Northwest and Canadian divers diving in the heart of winter with nothing but a bathing suit.
The table below will show you the average temperatures throughout the year.
Average Temperatures and Visibility Chart
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
|
Water Temperature |
70 |
70 |
72 |
74 |
76 |
83 |
88 |
90 |
90 |
86 |
82 |
76 |
Air Temperature |
80 |
80 |
89 |
89 |
88 |
89 |
100 |
100 |
100 |
88 |
85 |
85 |
Visibility |
40 |
40 |
50 |
60 |
70 |
80 |
120 |
120 |
120 |
80 |
76 |
60 |
TRAVEL TIME TO DIVE SITES
On our day trips, we travel to all the islands within the Marine Park. The travel time time can vary from 10 minutes to 1 hour. The determining factor where to go is the prevailing winds.
We operate a fleet of 5 boats (varying in sizes from 22 ft. to 28 ft.)wich cruise at speeds of 40mph. The boats are Radio and emergency signaling equipment equipped.
KAYAKING
... need some general kayak info...
We offer three different types of kayak tours:
Daily Island transfer whereby you kayak for 6 hours, we provide island round trip transfer by boat, kayak, paddle, spray skirt, VHF radio, life vest, lunch, soft drinks.
Independent Multi Day Tour whereby we transfer you to the island, provide you with a plan and map, VHF radio, sleeping bag, tent
you provide the food, and we will come by to check on you daily, and will return you to Loreto by boat at the end of your trip
Guided Tours begining with 5 nights up to 10 nights Loreto to La Paz
camping trip with boat supported crew. Offered mainly from November to the end of May.
Click here for Rates For Scuba Diving & Snorkeling ,Whale Watching, Kayaking and Fishing.