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Marine life and ecotourism

Marine life and ecotourism of CaboUnquestionably its unparalleled beauty is Los Cabos strongest attribute. For that reason, ecotourism is a truly unique experience in Los Cabos, thanks to its rich ecosystem consisting of desert landscapes, dunes, cacti, abundant marine life, and estuaries where turtles live. What’s more, each year the gray whale migrates from the cold waters of the Artic Ocean to mate along the warm coast of Los Cabos, which is where these cetaceans spend the winter.

In the Cabos it will be able to realise long walks by impressive canyons and estuaries where it will be able to observe a great variety of flora and fauna; to ride in its diverse smooth sand beaches. In mountainous regions, with the formidable view of the ocean and the desert of this site, it will be able to find suitable rocky walls for for rappelling. In all these places you will find professional services providers to help you perform in a safe activity that you want.

In Los Cabos you can hike in impressive canyons and estuaries where you can see a wide array of flora and fauna. You can also mount a horse or an all-terrain vehicle and ride along the beach or across dunes. In mountain zones, with a breathtaking view of the ocean and the desert, you can find many rock formations for rappelling. In all of these places, you’ll find guides and tour agencies offering professional services.

Cacti Mundo

This is a botanical garden located on Antonio Mijares Boulevard. Here you can see the largest and most important cactus collection in Mexico. The botanical garden houses has many endangered species and lies in a desert ecosystem with dunes.

The Médano

Is in the middle of the bay of Cabo San Lucas just a few steps from Marina Sol, is the most popular beach in Los Cabos. This site is safe, quiet and ideal for enjoying its waters both children and adults. It can ride a horse or just walking and appreciate the monumental arch.

Marine flora and fauna is is Los Cabos strongest attribute

Parque Nacional Marino Cabo Plumo

Located on the East Cape, slightly more than 60 kilometers from San Jose del Cabo, this biosphere reserve has 7,111 hectares (17,564 acres). It also has the only living coral reef in western North America.

Has about 13,000 marine animal species, among them the gray whale, which comes each year to produce offspring.

Estero del San Jose del Cabo

A protected area in the heart of San Jose del Cabo which is 992 kilometers (615 miles) south of Guerrero Negro along the Transpeninsular Highway. This tropical sanctuary is home to more than 150 bird species – Offers many options for hiking and enjoying the wildlife of this natural paradise.

This marvelous estuary, a fresh- and salt-water lagoon, is home to the Frigatebird and the brown pelican.

Bahia Magdalena

Located on the western coast of Baja California Sur and north of Almejas Bay. You can arrive there by departing from Puerto San Carlos or Puerto Adofo Lopez Mateos. It is a nature reserve and breeding ground for gray whales, which arrive there between January and March to produce offspring. Has strong surf and is 60 kilometers (37 miles) long. It is often referred to as the gateway to the Pacific.

Considered one of the most important breeding grounds for the gray whale. It is estimated that 20,000 of these whales migrate to the Mexican coast each year.

It will be able to accede by Port San Carlos and Port Adolph Lopez Mateos. It is said to be "The Gateway to the Pacific." Is a site of great importance to ecological level as the cradle of these mammals.

Marina de Cabo San Lucas

Located in the heart of Cabo San Lucas on Lot A-18 De la Darsena.  It Has excellent boating facilities and service areas. You can arrive at the marina in your own boat or in a water taxi from El Medano Beach.

An ideal place for ecotourism, particularly during winter months when you can spy the gray, blue, humpback and sperm whales. Curiously, the grey whale may appear grey, but it is actually black. They appear so because they are covered with barnacles, whale lice and have much scar tissue.

Dolphin Encounters

Dolphin Encounters in In Los CabosFulfill your dreams of swimming with the dolphins by visiting the Cabo Dolphin Center on your next trip to Cabo San Lucas. The Cabo Dolphin Center is one of the most acclaimed dolphin centers in the world. Whether you’re a swimmer or a land lover, you can experience a close encounter with a Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin at our safe, comfortable, state of the art facilities.

Those who prefer a more intimate experience can participate in our Swimming with the Dolphins or Trainer for a Day programs.

Cabo Dolphins offers some of the most popular dolphin encounters in Los Cabos. Group sizes are kept to a minimum to ensure that all participants have a rewarding and informative encounter with these majestic and intelligent animals. Whether you prefer a quiet day of watching dolphins or an exhilarating encounter with the most clever creatures of the sea, the Cabo Dolphin Center will exceed your expectations. More info about Dolphin Encounters at http://dolphinswimtours.com

 
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