Diving the Magical Revillagigedo Islands of Mexico
About 200 miles from Los Cabos, Baja California Sur lie the Revillagigedo Islands, a unique archipelago sometimes described as the “Galapagos of Mexico.” The volcanic islands of the chain include Socorro Island, San Benedicto Island, Clarion Island and Roca Partida—and host some of the most breathtaking underwater sea life in the world. Recently, Don Hirschaut, president of CaboVillas.com (Earth, Sea & Sky Vacations) took an unforgettable journey to get up close and personal with the islands’ giant manta rays, sharks and more. Here, he shares his experience exploring this fragile and beautiful ecosystem.
Cabo Expeditions: Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) in Los Cabos VIDEO
Our friends at Cabo Expeditions are well-known throughout Los Cabos for their passionate commitment to educate visitors about the magical marine life and unique underwater ecosystem of the Sea of Cortez. Their intimate whale-watching tours, snuba and Sea Trek adventures let visitors get up close and personal with the beautiful sea creatures that call Los Cabos home. Here, they share a rare glimpse of one of Cabo’s more unusual residents, the extraordinary ocean sunfish (Mola Mola) witnessed during a whale watching trip.
Desert Oasis: The Mountain Waterfall of Los Cabos
Looking for a different kind of watering hole? In Baja Sur, a hidden desert waterfall invites a dip. It’s easy to think of Los Cabos as a series of photogenic beaches and luxury resorts. However, an entirely different world lies in the striking desert hills away from those brilliant blues of the Sea of Cortez. Any first-time visitor to Baja California Sur is struck by the towering cardon cacti, gracefully swooping vultures and the seemingly parched landscape. The truth is that this dramatic desert landscape holds some enchanting surprises—including authentic Baja villages and a magical oasis complete with waterfall.
Dramatic Killer Whale Hunt offshore in Los Cabos
A few weeks ago, our friends at Ocean Riders Los Cabos shared some incredible photos of migrant orcas cruising the coastline of Los Cabos. Visitors aboard Ocean Riders’ boats where treated to the once-in-a-lifetime sight of these magnificent hunters pursuing a pod of resident dolphins. The action-packed scene was rife with drama:
Entangled Whale Rescued in Los Cabos
Every winter, thousands of whales make their long annual migration from cold Arctic waters to the warm lagoons of the Sea of Cortez. Every so often, an unfortunate whale can run into trouble along the way. Fortunately, sometimes the story has a happy ending. That was the case on February 8th, when calls came in to the team of Cabo Expeditions, a local Los Cabos eco tour provider. Fishermen and other local whale watching boats reported sighting a male humpback whale entangled in a large fishing net and in obvious distress. With a track record of assisting and rescuing troubled whales, Cabo Expeditions is widely recognized for their conservation efforts…
Los Cabos Locals Gather to Protest Mining Operation
Several weeks ago, thousands of concerned Los Cabos residents and visitors turned out in force to show solidarity against proposed open-pit gold mining operations slated for development in the fragile UNESCO Sierra de la Laguna Biosphere in Baja Sur, Mexico.
