Extraordinary Wildlife Encounters


Visit the Gray Whale Sanctuary

Come face-to-face with the Gray Whales of San Ignacio Lagoon and discover the wildlife, landscapes and people that make Baja so remarkable.


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Pristine. Protected. Unforgettable.

Experience Baja with the People Who Know It Best


For more than 30 years, Baja Ecotours has welcomed travelers to experience the Gray Whales of San Ignacio Lagoon. From Campo Cortez Ecolodge on the shores of the lagoon, our small-group trips offer multiple opportunities to observe mothers, calves and curious whales—guided by generations of local knowledge and always on the whales’ terms.

Real Stories From Our Travel Community
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10x Tripadvisor Award Winner since 1995
480+ Guest Reviews
trip advisor review
March 2026
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San Ignacio Lagoon is a magical place and the staff of Baja EcoTours support that magic. The staff is friendly, warm, inviting and knowledgeable. The comfortable and relaxed atmosphere coupled with great food just makes the experience memorable. I haven’t forgotten the whales who are the stars of the show. I didn’t want the experience to end!

David B

 
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April 2026
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This place is a true immersion into the unique nature of the Baja Peninsula. The camp is rustic, but comfortable, and the staff went over and above to make his experience memorable. Everything was included and we worried about nothing. Our excursions to see whales, dolphins, and other wildlife were incredible. Everything was included...

Janice M

 
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March 2026
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Baja Ecotours Campo Cortez is the best place to experience San Ignacio Bay and interactions with the magnificent Gray Whales! The location on the bay is perfect, cabins and common areas comfortable, crew knowledgeable, capable and friendly. They did everything to be sure we had the experience we were hoping for!...

Nancy H

 
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Feb 2026
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We HIGHLY recommend the Great Migrations Tour offered by Baja Ecotours!! Despite a few bumps in the road, (this was the inaugural tour combining the Monarch Butterflies of Michoacán and the Gray Whales on St. Ignacio), all in all, it was a magical experience! ... Two "bucket list" items checked in one amazing tour.

Rich M

 
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Feb 2026
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Truly a trip of a lifetime. We had heard about the "friendly whales", and had been whale watching before....but this was so different. Days on the water we were mostly surrounded, and for our family, a whale actually swam right up to our boat, put her head out of the water, and stayed with us for several minutes close enough to pet...

Deb H

 
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5 Day Air Trips
Gray Whales & Campo Cortez

Spend four nights at our Campo Cortez Ecolodge with three full days to experience the Gray Whales of San Ignacio Lagoon. We take care of the journey from San Diego, including private air transportation directly to the lagoon.

5 Days • 4 Nights • 6 Whale Watches


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Big Whale Trips
The Sea of Cortez & San Ignacio Lagoon

Experience both coasts of Baja, from the marine life of the Sea of Cortez to the Gray Whales of San Ignacio Lagoon. Along the way, explore some of Baja's most remote and beautiful places before spending several days at Campo Cortez.

7 & 8 Day Trips • Both Coasts of Baja • Small Groups


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Our Signature Trips

Great Migrations Trip
Butterflies & Whales

Experience Nature's Miracles: Monarch Butterflies and Gray Whales. Experience both with our Great Migrations tour!


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Jim Dorsey Trip
Journey with the Author

Spend a week with the author of “The Lagoon,” James Michael Dorsey, as he leads a once in a lifetime trip.


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Campo Cortez - A GREAT Whale Watching Adventure for the Whole Family!

Whale watching with kids at our camp feels like the ultimate Christmas morning, filled with wonder, excitement, and endless possibilities for adventure.

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