Humpback whales are the species around which the cabo san lucas whale watching season revolves, which is a wonderful situation as the humpback whales. December 2016 was an amazing month with sighting reports of 3 species of baleen whales. Cabo trek your best option for whale watching in cabo san lucas. We did an ocean rider whale watching tour on a zodiac boat in middlelate april and saw zero whales. We hope you will join whale watch cabo for the coming 201516 cabo san lucas whale watching season. You can escape the cold and visit this destination from november through march to see. Here well tell you some of the most exciting parties, festivals, tournaments, activities and contests coming up in 2016 in cabo san lucas. Whale watching tours have seen an increased interest for a reason. What started as just one marine biologist and one captain has slowly grown to be the only premier whale watching company in cabo san lucas. Whale watching cabo san lucas whale watch cabo tours. Cabo whale shark season report by philipp moser jun 8, 2016 blog 1 comment may is the month where almost all the big animals that annualy visit the baja california sur region leave. Whale watching season begins in baja california travel.
Whale watch cabo offers several types of whale watching tours beginning late november through april each year. Whale watching in cabo arial breach cabo trek season 2016. The next time you visit cabo san lucas, dont miss the opportunity to take one of the most popular tours in the region. Whale watching tours based in cabo san lucas, mexico. This fusion of warm ocean currents, rich in biodiversity, supports an amazing variety of whale species. As the worlds largest fish they can reach lengths of up to 12 metres. To prove it we are matching all online pricing on the tours we offer. Cabo whale watching if youre planning your vacation to cabo san lucas between december and april, then taking a little time out to go on a whale watching trip is a necessity. Season of the cabo san lucas humpback whales cabo whale trek. Each year thousands upon thousands of people journey to cabo san lucas from across the world to take advantage of the beautiful scenery, gorgeous weather and varied attractions. This whale was sighted in california on december 6th, 2016 and the same whale was sighted in cabo san lucas on december 19th, 2017. The second site, are the islands and protected areas of the gulf of california, including the bay of cabo san lucas, where whales congregate in.
Your highspeed zodiac boat will allow you to cover. But theres a decent chance you will just spend 23 hours looking with no results. Fab whale watching in cabo my vacation to mexicomy. During the month of november we observed 6 different species of cetaceans. Perhaps one of the most exciting things is the official dates for this seasons whale watching. If you are looking for a professional, safetyconscious, more intimate experience, then join our whale watching adventure at cabo expeditions. This very popular option allow you to enjoy a complete cabo san lucas day adventure. Not bad considering that the official whale watching season begins december 15th. During migration season, some of the most majestic creatures of the sea pass by cabo in a. Whale sharks are slowmoving, filterfeeding carpet sharks found in tropical and warmtemperate seas. The season usually comes with average temperatures in the mid70s and toward the end of the season, the mid80s.
Whale watching tours cabo cabo luxury villas and activities. Small group and private boat, marine biologist led. Cabo san lucas and its sister city san jose del cabo enjoy a privileged location at the southernmost tip of the baja peninsula, where the pacific ocean meets the aquamarine waters of the sea of cortez. Hosted by our staff of bilingual marine biologists our tour boats are fast, comfortable and covered from the sun. By joining us for one of our research trips participants get the opportunity to interact with the. Whale watching season in cabo san lucas villa del palmar. Each year thousands upon thousands of people journey to cabo san lucas from across the world to take. Whale watch vallarta sightings and tour report for december 2016.
These gentle giants visit the area to feed in the rich waters of the sea of cortez in baja california sur, which is home to an abundant supply of food for whale sharks. Whale watching season in cabo ranges from early december to midapril, with the season peaking from late december to late january. Whale season is getting underway in the mexican pacific, and baja california sur bcs is the place to be. Humpback whale is the largest population you will see during whale watching season in cabo. Stop by several culinary hotspots and hidden gems that you probably wouldnt find alone and sample a selection of local specialties, like tacos, tostadas, and more, for an authentic experience. The best value for whale watching great 2 level catamaran, breakfast buffet, open bar. As the season 201819 is around the corner we at cabo trek are. One of the most exciting activities to do in cabo is whale watching. Though whale watching in baja is a yearround activity, the winter months are the height of whale season. We are often asked about how often we see whales on our tours last year, from december 15 to april 15th, on 100% of our tours. As the only dedicated whale watching company in cabo san lucas, whale watch cabo offers the most complete and sustainable whale watching tours in cabo. Dancing whales jumping in the air, tails slapping on the water, and a quick emerge from the waters is a scene that may be unimaginable. Whale watching season in cabo garza blanca residence club. Whale shark season officially begins in octoberbook today.
But despite their immense size, they have docile natures. Cabo san lucas is a fabulous destination on mexicos pacific coast, famous for its impressive combination of mountains, desert, and ocean. Whale shark encounter by cabo adventures tripadvisor. Foodies and firsttime visitors wont want to miss this comprehensive food walking tour of downtown cabo san lucas led by a local guide. The new whale shark watching season in baja california sur kicked off on the first of july. Making reservations to go on one of the locally available whale watching tours is the best way to enjoy whale season in cabo san lucas. During the cabo san lucas whale watching season between december 15 and april 15 whale watch cabo offers 2. Season of the cabo san lucas humpback whales cabo whale.
The monthly report of whale and dolphin sightings in puerto vallarta. The opportunities for whale encounters here are truly exceptional. When it comes to whale sightings, our years of experience here in the pacific ocean and sea of cortez give us an edge. Small group and private boat, marine biologist led whale. Cabo whale watching report december 2016 whale watch. This whale was sighted in california on december 6th, 2016 and.
Thanks to its privileged location on popular cetacean migratory routes, it is a perfect place to go whale watching. To have an excellent chance of seeing whales, visit baja between the end of. Every winter, migrating whales make an epic journey all the way from the waters of alaska to baja surs warm water lagoons where they give birth to the next generation. Thrill seekers, fun lovers, relaxation aficionados and culturevultures alike find something to love here, and this is why cabo san lucas has always been such a melting pot. During the whale season december april nature is our guide as we whale watch in the pacific ocean or the sea of cortez, depending on where the best whale activity is that day. We offer small group and affordable private tours, all 2. The winter months are prime time to enjoy whale watching in cabo. Cabo whale watching tour, luxury yacht or a small panga.
As we begin to approach high season in cabo all sorts of interesting things start happening. Our guides are also accomplished photographers and we include all the tour photos for free. Along with the humpback, you can spot a variety of whales in cabo, including blue whales, gray whales, and orca whales. In the mexican pacific, whale watching season runs from midnovember to midapril each year. Cabo whale watch whale watching tours and private yachts. Whale watching cabo san lucas season whale watch cabo tours. This season marks the 5th year of operations for us here in cabo san lucas. Whale watch cabo has been running these tours for several. Cabo whale watching report december 2016 whale watch cabo.
Often called the the gentle giants of the sea, whale sharks have been swimming the sea of cortes for thousands of years. Vallarta whale tour report december 2016 puerto vallarta whale. We then head out in search of the spectacular gentle giant humpback, grey, blue and orca whales amongst the thirtytwo species of whales and dolphins that love to winter here in cabo san lucas. From the tranquil and authentically mexican town of san jose del cabo or active or adventurous cabo san lucas on the other end of the corridor, there is a variety of them available. Any thoughts on feb for watching the whales or is there a better month.
Whale watching in cabo season 2015 2016 cabotrek promo. Welcome to the whale watch cabo trip report for november 2016. Gray whale watching season begins in early december and moves along the pacific coast of the baja peninsula and ends in early april as the whale return north. The pictures of the flukes were shared with a large online database called happywhale, an important tool for citizen scientists to help in whale conservation, and throughout this season made it possible to know some curiosities about the whales that come to cabo san lucas. Cabo san lucas whale watching excursion with breakfast and. Heres the scoop on the tours, the types of whales in cabo, the cabo whale season, best time of day to go on a tour, and what to expect. These darkcolored whales are quite jolly, and you will see them in a group as they roll and play with each other. The great whale watching in cabo is a magical experience that will allow guests to see the whales in their very own natural habitat that everyone that comes to cabo. They are the largest extant fish species and, when fully grown, can weigh well over 20,000 pounds and reach lengths easily exceeding 30 feet. A breach, a slap, a fluke of its tail and a song that boasts an uninterrupted 22 hours at the record breaking level. Whale watch cabo has been running these tours for several years now to great success.
During the cabo whale watching season, you can see different species of whale up close, in their element. Whale watch cabo cabo whale watching cabo san lucas. Whale watching tour exclusive shore excursion in cabo san. Whale watching season in cabo san lucas lasts all winter. When the whales depart each year changes so april is always somewhat risky. Year after year this marvelous mammal makes an amazing trip from alaska to settle here for a period of time at baja california sur to give birth. The reason there is so many in such a small area is because there is lots of food. In the weeks in the whales will venture as far south as cabo pulmo and cabo san lucas to winter, before turning around and heading north again to summer in arctic waters some of the pacific bays and lagoons of baja california sur are. Many companies offering a combined cabo snorkeling and whale watching experience and a combined sunset and whale watching cruises, during the whales season. Cabo expeditions is one of the regions most highly regarded ecotour. Whale watching cabo san lucas is not the same as you may encounter elsewhere. During the winter, humpback whales and gray whales migrate from the northerly waters of alaska, british columbia, and washington state to the warmer waters of the pacific coast of mexico, including the cabo san lucas area.
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