Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja, is about an 8 hour drive from the San Diego border; it is 40 minutes, by good road, from Route 1, yet is is rarely visited by people heading south.

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Heading into Bahia de Los Angeles

Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja, is about an 8 hour drive from the San Diego border; it is 40 minutes, by good road, from Route 1, yet is is rarely visited by people heading south.

In the summer the waters heat to the low 80s and as there are currents in the area, the water remains clear; offering excellent visabilty and photographic opportunities.

There are several large islands offshore which funnel large pelagics, often confined to 20/30 miles off of the coast, to come much closer inland. Blue Whales and Whale Sharks, (some of the most sought after animals to view), can be found just minutes from the beach.

The town itself is basic, but there are small hotels to accomodate your needs. One of the newer and most popular places to stay is Costa del Sol. It is clean, very well located (in town) and the service is excellent. To view a complete list of accomodations in the area view http://www.bahiadelosangeles.info/.

Overlooking the bay.

During the summer there are several fisherman that will take you out on their Pangas and look for Whales and Whale Sharks. In Mulegé we occasionally see Whale Sharks as well as Blue and Fin Whales. However, if you are looking for a more guaranteed approach to finding the giants of the sea, then take a diversion from your planned trip South (or North) and stop off in Bahia de Los Angeles.

The weather in the summer is not as oppressive as it can be further South. However you are still looking at the thermometer reaching into the nineties by early August. The waters here are cooler, however. This is due to the unique topography of the surround large islands and inlets. These islands serve to push the cooler, deeper, waters of the Sea of Cortez, up to the surface. This upwelling brings nutrients and becomes a perfect place for large pelagic fish to feed. Visibility is usually good, over 80′; and while you are never guaranteed to see anything on any given day – your chances here are better than almost anywhere else on the planet.

Cortez Explorers will be taking several excursions North, from our home base of Mulegé, this summer. Most of the viewing of whales and whale sharks are done from Pangas and with just a snorkel and fins. So even those who are not certified SCUBA divers are more than welcome to join us. If you are interested in coming with us, please feel free to contact us to find out more information on up-and-coming trips.