Ponant releases rare opportunity to explore Baja California, Mexico marine wilderness
The coastline off Baja California in Mexico has been referred to as 'the world's largest aquarium'.
And wildlife seekers will have a priceless opportunity to get up close with ocean giants on a rare voyage with Ponant Explorations.
Setting sail in early 2027, the adventure has been three years in the making after an extensive reconnaissance mission undertaken by Ponant's research team.
The Baja California peninsula lies between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez and is maritime sanctuary for many species of whales, dolphins, rays and sea lions, who seek refuge in the sheltered wilderness to reproduce in the northern hemisphere winter.
Ponant's team of expert naturalists will guide guests on an 11-day exploration aboard luxury cruise ship Le Bellot, navigating the unspoilt coastline, marvelling over the wildlife, hiking through majestic canyons and visiting small Mexican towns including charming Loreto.
The itinerary has been co-developed with local communities and conservation stewards, which Ponant's Jose Sarica, who directed the research and development scouting mission, says aligns with the operator's ethos of responsible tourism.
'Creating an itinerary in Baja California was a challenge for me,' Sarica says.
'We have a huge responsibility to share this exceptional environment, to pass it on to future generations, and to show that we are worthy of the trust placed in us by the people who live there.
'What I experienced there compares to no other experience: it's the powerful feeling of being truly alive, connected to nature, and that's what our guests will discover.'
+ Exploration in the Heart of Baja California departs from Cabo San Lucas on three dates in 2027: January 31, February 20 and March 2.
+ Packages start at $10,950 per person. Price is subject to change without notice at any time.
+ For more information, visit
ponant.com.
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