2026 – Baja / Sea of Cortez
Glamp with the Whales!
Ocean Giants and Starlit Skies
Baja’s most unforgettable wildlife escape
Kiss a Pacific Gray Whale! Glamping in Baja’s Wildest Marine Life and Untouched Shores of the Sea of Cortez
Come with us and make some “giant friendships” in Mexico’s Baja Peninsula! Here, hundreds of gray whales make their 6,000-mile migration from the Bering Sea, the longest mammal migration on earth. Once hunted to the brink of extinction, the whales made a dramatic comeback.
Beyond Gray Whales – Imagine locking eyes with a 45-ton gray whale as it glides up to your boat, nudging close as if it’s asking for a scratch behind those barnacles or flipping over to show off its belly. This is the kind of magic you find at Laguna San Ignacio, where these gentle giants—affectionately called “Friendly’s”—are famous for their warmth and curiosity. Every March, hundreds of gray whales migrate here to breed and raise their young. It’s like stumbling into a Whale Nursery, with mothers and calves playing all around. Past AFS groups have been blown away by the experience, and now it’s your turn to join in on the world’s most extraordinary whale encounters.
What makes this Baja expedition special? Six intimate whale watching excursions. Four nights at an eco-conscious lodge committed to whale conservation. Two nights of luxury at La Mision seaside hotel in Loreto. Expert naturalist guides who call this lagoon home. All-inclusive experience at Campo (meals, drinks, activities). Historic tour in San Ignacio’s 17th-century mission town. A perfect balance of adventure and comfort.
We made this affordable for just 22 fortunate AFS nature lovers. Come “high-five” a sea lion and get your best photos ever. Don’t miss the boat… the whales are waiting for you! Totally wild, totally unforgettable.
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Pricing
Deposit: $500 (after Aug 1, 2025, this is non-refundable). 50% balance due Jan 15, 2026, final due May 5, 2026
LAND PRICE: Early bird rate…$6495 per person, twin share (9065 CAD$). After Oct 1, the price will be $6695 according to the terms of the lodge.
Includes GST, PFT Canadian taxes subject to change until final payment for group ($524 in total tax).
Pre-paid gratuities of around $100 will be added to the invoice later, as it depends on group size. We have determined that $95 per person is the optimum amount and this has been added to everyone’s invoice.
The USD price is determined using Canadian prices that may be subject to currency fluctuations until final payment. Based on a minimum of 20 participants. Please note: The July 8, 2025 trip is priced based on an exchange rate of $1 USD = 1.40 CAD. We reserve the right to adjust pricing if there are significant fluctuations in the exchange rate. We anticipate 18 to 20 participants. Under 17, there may not be an AFS GTL accompanying you, but you’ll be in great hands with our local experts. Single supplements are extremely limited. Text 770-432-8225 your name for pricing for a Churchill single room, if available.
Includes: four nights accommodation at Lazy Bear Lodge. Two nights’ accommodation in Winnipeg. Round-trip airfare from Winnipeg to Churchill. 6 to 8 hour tour Hudson Bay coastal tour by boat to view polar bears. 3 to 4 hour summer tundra tour. 3 hour zodiac tour to see friendly belugas and the Prince of Wales Fort. 3 hour Churchill heritage tour of the Churchill area including Cape Merry. Breakfast included each morning. Lunch and dinner are included each day at Lazy Bear Lodge. Naturalist guide services. Courtesy shuttle in Churchill between airport and lodge upon arrival and departure.
Not included- International air from USA.
Please understand that nature and wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Itineraries are prepared up to a year ahead, and things can change. Modifications may be made. All rooms are run of house.