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Explore Baja! Week-Long Adventure Program

This week-long adventure provides a truly unique opportunity to explore the natural, cultural and culinary delights of a true, unspoiled Mexican town. Please click on the links for each adventure to get a more in-depth description.

If you only have a few days to spend in Todos Santos, please click here to view our half-week itinerary,
4-Day Baja Adventure Pack

Day One:

Arrive, transfer from airport to Todos Santos

Check into casitas with beautiful ocean and mountain views
Welcome briefing

Day Two:







Morning: Historical Tour of Todos Santos and Visits to Artists Galleries OR Surfing Lessons
Tour the beautiful historic district and learn about the colorful Chinese, American and Mexican residents that have shaped the town over the years. Visit the galleries of several local artists who live in and draw their inspiration from Todos Santos. 2.5 hours.

OR Learn how to ride the waves! Todos Santos has some of the best surf breaks in Baja, and our instructor guarantees that you'll get up - at least for a few seconds!

Lunch: Welcome lunch at lovely cactus-garden restaurant.




Afternoon: La Poza Hill and Beach Walk
Simply beautiful - what Baja is all about.

Evening: Dinner at Hotel California.


Day Three:

Morning: Desert Triple Waterfall Adventure
Hike through incredible desert canyon featuring 3 waterfalls and fantastic desert scenery. 4 hours roundtrip, 2.5 hours walking. Picnic lunch at waterfall.

Evening: Champagne, Stars & Cactus
Beautiful evening of bird watching and star-gazing with local astronomer, followed by dinner at terrific local restaurant.  



Day Four:

All Day: Swimming with the Sea Lions
A truly incredible experience, snorkelling and playing with the sea lion pups at the permanent sea lion colony of Los Islotes. Includes lunch, all gear and transportation. 90 minutes drive each way to/from La Paz.

Evening : Evening free for dinner in Todos Santos
TOSEA will supply an annotated list of restaurants.


Day Five:






All Day: Trip to San Vicente/Visit Mountain Potters  
This is a fantastic opportunity to experience the traditional way of life of the mountain ranchers in Baja. We’ll meet local potters in a true mountain oasis, and learn how Baja Californians have carved their homes and livings out the mountains for centuries. Doña Ramona will give us a pottery class and share her ranching way of life.

Special Treat:  Doña Ramona's family will make a wonderful lunch for us featuring several dishes using fresh ranch ingredients - truly delicious! And Doña Ramona herself will teach us how to make tortillas in the traditional way. 

Evening: Mexican cooking lessons with local chef
Eat what you make!  



Day Six:

Morning: Cliff Walk and Beach Picnic
Terrific scenery featuring sea lions, birds, whales and cactus. Lunch on pristine, palm-ringed beach. Swimming and boogie-boarding at the beach.

Evening: Farewell dinner at Café Santa Fe, widely proclaimed as the best restaurant in Baja.


Day Seven:

Depart Todos Santos.


Please note that itineraries will include releasing baby turtles into the ocean when there are hatchlings during a trip.



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Prices & Transportation:
Prices vary according to the number of people in your party and the time of year you visit.
For details:

Our pricing includes:

  • Roundtrip airport transfer (Los Cabos or La Paz-Todos Santos)
  • Hotel in Todos Santos for 6 nights
  • Breakfast and lunch each day, all dinners except one
  • Fully guided adventures with transportation

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What to Bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Light-weight walking pants and/or shorts
Tee-shirts or similar for walking
Fleece jacket or sweater
Casual clothes for dining
Hat or visor with wide brim
Sunglasses
Sunblock/lip balm
Small day pack
Swim suit
Beach towel
Beach shoes
Water bottle
Camera and film
Personal toiletries/hygiene items
Socks and underwear


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Child Care:
Day care can be arranged for your children at any point throughout the trip, although we must have at least one week's advance notice to make arrangements.  We have experienced, English-speaking day-care providers who will look after your children in a fun, secure environment.  The price is $50 for every 4 hours.



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