Fall Diving Highlights & Video from the Sea of Cortez
Recently, our company president, Don Hirschaut, and our CFO, Michelle Hoffman, had the chance to experience some wonderful fall scuba diving in the Sea of Cortez. Don says, “the autumn months are an excellent time to scuba dive and snorkel in Los Cabos, with warm waters and excellent visibility. We had 84° water and visibility exceeding 100 ft. during our trip.” Here are some highlights:
Annual Bisbee’s East Cape Fishing Tournament August 4-7
Baja California Sur is known the world over for outstanding big game sport fishing for marlin, dorado (mahi mahi), tuna and more in the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez. Each year, anglers head to these scenic waters to compete for the chance to make a record catch and win a substantial cash prize. The East Cape Offshore Tournament is the first of three annual Bisbee’s tournaments in Baja California Sur (with the Los Cabos Offshore and Black and Blue tournaments occurring later this year in October). Taking place on August 4-7, 2015, the East Cape tournament is conducted near the Hotel Buena Vista (approximately 67 miles from Cabo San Lucas) with an exciting 7 AM shotgun kickoff as fishing vessels race…
Diving with Mantas & Whale Sharks at Socorro Island
Located approximately 260 miles southwest of Cabo San Lucas, the rugged Revillagigedo Islands have sometimes been called the “Galapagos of Mexico” for the stunning variety of marine life found in these protected waters. This group of four volcanic islands include Socorro, San Benedicto, the islet of Roca Partida and Clarion Island. Recently, our company president Don Hirschaut had the opportunity to revisit Socorro Island and Roca Partida, as well as San Benedicto with the expert team of Nautilus Diving for a spectacular live-aboard diving trip on the state-of-the-art Belle Amie dive boat. Here, he shares some spectacular video footage, photos and insights from this amazing experience.
Unexpected Cabo! Our Fave Unique Experiences in Los Cabos
Whether it’s your first time coming to Los Cabos or you’re a seasoned Cabo regular, you probably know that this popular vacation destination is famous for outstanding dining, big-game sport fishing, spectacular golf courses, fun-filled water activities and exciting nightlife. But, what you may not know is that the region offers plenty of off-the-beaten path experiences, cultural treasures and unique activities. Whether you choose to take a refreshing dip at a magical desert oasis or release an adorable baby sea turtle into the ocean, you’ll find so many special ways to discover the beauty of Baja California Sur. Here are just a few of our favorite unique experiences in Cabo:
A Whale Concert Under the Stars: Unique New Tour in Los Cabos!
Listen to a clip of a humpback whale song recorded by Cabo Expeditions: Already well-known for their outstanding whale watching tours in Los Cabos, the team of Cabo Expeditions has now added a truly unique new way to experience these gentle giants up close. Their new Whale Concert Under The Stars is a tour that combines a sunset whale watching cruise along with the rare opportunity to listen to the haunting underwater sounds of humpback whales. A hydrophone is dropped into the water to capture the complex songs of these majestic creatures who migrate to the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez to mate each year. These captivating songs are sure to…
Diving Paradise in the Sea of Cortez: Cabo Pulmo
A national marine park situated in Baja California Sur’s pristine East Cape region (about 55 miles from Cabo San Lucas), Cabo Pulmo is an underwater paradise home to a spectacular variety of marine life. Recently, our company president Don Hirschaut had the opportunity to revisit this majestic marine reserve and captured enchanting video footage of this remarkable habitat. An avid diver, Don continues to be amazed by the thriving marine ecosystem at Cabo Pulmo, even after countless dives here. An outstanding setting for scuba diving and snorkeling, Cabo Pulmo is home to one of North America’s only living coral reef systems. This magnificent reef is estimated to be approximately 20,000 years…
Migrating Whales Return to Los Cabos, Mexico!
Each year, migrating humpback and gray whales make an epic journey down the Pacific coastline of North America from their summer home in Alaskan waters to the warm lagoons of the Sea of Cortez in Baja California Sur, Mexico. Here they spend the winter months through early spring and give birth to the next generation. The months of December through April are a wonderful time to view these majestic creatures up close aboard a whale watching tour in Los Cabos. Cabo Expeditions offers some of the best whale watching tours in the region. Led by Oscar Ortiz, who also happens to be a renowned environmental photographer, their team of experienced guides…
Cabo’s Wild Locals – Experience Sea Life with Cabo Expeditions
Baja California Sur is known for its natural splendor, with the incredibly vibrant waters of the Sea of Cortez hosting a spectacular variety of marine life. Cabo Expeditions offers a range of incredible tours that let you get up-close views of some of Cabo’s most memorable ocean critters, from whales and dolphins, to sea turtles and rays. Cabo Expeditions is headed up by Oscar Ortiz who also happens to be a talented photographer. Here he shares some recent shots of Cabo’s photogenic sea life.
Humpback Whales Return to Los Cabos
Every winter, migrating humpback whales make their way down the Pacific Coast of North America to the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez. Here, they mate and give birth to the next generation. The winter months are an incredible time to view these majestic creatures up close. Cabo Expeditions offers wonderful, insightful tours led by knowledgeable guides to view these gentle giants in the waters of Los Cabos. Talented photographer Oscar Ortiz of their team has shared these breathtaking shots below taken in recent days. Oscar explains that, “This year we have seen large groups of humpbacks, lots of mating activity and 3 baby whales so far. The whales look very…
Sea Turtle Conservation in Baja Sur: Tortugueros Las Playitas
Baja California Sur is well-known as a region rich in vibrant wildlife, pristine waters and beautiful beaches. Sea turtles are some of the area’s most beloved inhabitants, making their nests on the warm sands of Baja. Unfortunately, a range of conservation challenges impact these magnificent creatures’ habitat and survival in Baja. Luckily, groups like Tortugueros Las Playitas are hard at work trying to ensure that they continue to survive – and thrive – in Los Cabos. We discussed their efforts with their team member, Francesca.
