Scheduling: The first scheduled day of all our itineraries is the arrival day and guests can arrive any time on this day. Likewise the final day of the itinerary is the departure day and guests can leave anytime on that day.

Airline Flights: At writing Alaska Airlines, (800) 252-7522, offers direct flights between Los Angeles International airport (LAX) and Loreto airport (LTO). Aero Mexico, (800) 237-6639, offers daily flights between Los Angeles International airport, and Loreto airport (3 hours) with a stop in Hermosillo. A Delta Airlines’ partner, Aero Mexico also has connecting flights to Loreto from San Diego, Phoenix and Tucson. Continental Airlines has also recently commenced service to Loreto. During the winter/spring season demand is high so it is important to make reservations as early as possible. When scheduling flights on the homeward leg of your itinerary be sure to allow plenty of time between connections between your international and domestic flights as you’ll need to clear immigration and customs upon re-entering the US regardless of your final destination.

Passports: Starting January 8, 2007 passports will be required for all air and sea travel to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. This is a change from prior travel requirements and will affect all United States citizens entering the United States from countries within the Western Hemisphere who do not currently possess valid passports. This new requirement will also affect certain foreign nationals who currently are not required to present a passport to travel to the United States.

Travel Agent: We recommend Elizabeth Holmes Travel in Seattle for your travel arrangements. They are familiar with flights to Baja and our itineraries and can help you find the best airfare. Contact them at 1-800-588-8361or on the web at http://www.elizabethholmes.com.

By Car: From San Diego the approximate driving time to Loreto is 16 hours (you will need to buy Mexcian insurance for your car). The driving time between Cabo and Loreto is six hours.

Rental Cars: Weekly vehicle rentals are available from any of the major car rental agencies in Los Cabos or La Paz and there's a Budget car rental agency in Loreto. Secure parking is available at the La Pinta hotel in Loreto.

By Bus: Aquila Transportes Baja operates a scenic route between San Jose del Cabo and Loreto (7.5 hours, cost: $30) as well as La Paz to Loreto (4.5 hours, cost: $20). Call our office for advice about making bus connections between Los Cabos airport (SJD) and Loreto.

Hotel: We use the beachfront Desert Inn Baja in Loreto (011-52-613-135-0025). All rooms have balconies facing the sea with a great view of Isla Carmen. The hotel has a beach, a pool and a decent restaurant. It is quietly off the main roads but a short walk from restaurants and shopping in the town center. The hotel has a secure luggage check for items not brought on the kayaking trip.

Health Concerns: No immunizations or vaccinations are required for Mexico and as general rule conditions in Baja are more hygienic than mainland Mexico. For your protection our trip water comes from purification plant in Loreto. On the trip fresh fruits and vegetables (organic when available) are good quality and plentiful. The range of restaurant food in Loreto is very good and safe (ask our group service representative or your guides for advice). Bottled water is readily available.

Weather: Loreto and vicinity weather in is generally mild in the winter with day-time temperatures averaging 70˚F to 85˚F and night-time temperatures 45˚F to 55˚F between December and mid-March. Spring day-time temperatures average 75˚F to 90˚F degrees and night-time temperatures average 50 to 65 degrees between mid-March and May. While In October and November, air temperatures range from 80˚F to 90˚K degrees and water temperatures range from 75˚F to 80˚F.  Loreto is Sonoran desert and the possibility of rain is very small, but on rare occasions it can happen. Wind is a possibilty anytime but is more common from December through February. Sea of Cortez water temperatures range from 68˚F degrees in December to 75˚F degrees in May which typically requires the use of a 3mm shorty wet suit for extended snorkeling (available for rent).

Advice: If you have any questions give our office a call. We’ve traveled the Baja from border to tip and personally used all of the modes of transportation and routes listed above.  We're happy to advise you on your travel plans and tell you about some our favorite Baja places.

BAJA TRAVEL INFORMATION