TRIP OVERVIEW
Trip Dates
17 Nov - 23 Nov |
Started
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24 Nov - 30 Nov |
Full
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01 Dec - 07 Dec |
Full
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08 Dec - 14 Dec |
1 Space
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10 May - 16 May |
Available
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17 May - 23 May |
Available
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18 Oct - 24 Oct |
Available
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25 Oct - 31 Oct |
Available
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01 Nov - 07 Nov |
Available
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Tour Highlights
Swim the stunning Baja peninsula, alongside sea lions and other incredible marine life in warm, clear waters
Discover pristine beaches and isolated coves on the uninhabited island of Espiritu Santo - there's no light pollution, which makes for fantastic stargazing!
Camp in waterside style in a UNESCO protected area of unspoilt natural beauty - a birder's paradise, which is home to blue-footed booby, frigate, cormorant, pelican, red tailed hawks, hummingbirds...
Relax at the end of each day with cocktails, freshly cooked meals and truly spectacular island sunsets
Explore an island paradise with open turquoise waters, incredible marine life, and warm sunsets over the bay on this unique and unforgettable swimming holiday in Baja, Mexico. With water temperatures of around 26°C, this late-season getaway provides the perfect opportunity to discover the unspoilt beauty of one of Mexico’s natural wonders.
We start with a comfortable hotel night then head to the white sand beaches and dramatic cliff faces to the countless hidden bays that we’ll explore throughout the week - this is a swimming adventure like no other. The area is part of the UNESCO-protected Biosphere Reserve and offers the opportunity to discover a pristine natural environment.
There’s no experience quite like camping on your own private island! Stargaze at night and sleep soundly as waves roll within earshot. Based on the uninhabited island of Espiritu Santo, our camps are located right on the beach - just a few steps from the inviting waters we’ll spend our days exploring. The camp is completely ‘off the grid’ and includes tents with camp beds and solar heated showers. It also offers kayaks and stand-up paddle boards which can be borrowed for your own use between our scheduled swims.
Our camp food is prepared by our very own chef and is eaten al fresco before we watch the sun go down at the end of each unforgettable day. Your last night is spent back at the hotel for a farewell dinner so you can reflect on the past week’s adventures.
Who is this trip for?
This trip is designed for swimmers who are looking for a remote escape from everyday life and experience a combination of coastal swims, crossings, and circumnavigations. Guests should be comfortable being ‘off the grid’ throughout the duration of the trip, with no access to Wi-Fi or mobile reception on the island.
Swimmers should have a basic understanding of open water swimming and be capable of completing the average swim distance and average daily swim distance (over the course of two swims) prior to the start of the trip.
The average swim distance is up to 3km. The average daily swim distance is 5km with an absolute maximum of 6km for those that want the extra distance!
We have given this trip a ‘Moderate’ grading. Most swimmers comfortable in the open water will be able to take part and enjoy one of these trips.
- Fully guided swimming holiday (swimmers only)
- Professional swim guides and full safety escort on all swims (swimmers only)
- All breakfasts
- All lunches (swimmers only)
- All dinners - Except dinner on Day 1 in La Paz
- Water sport activities (subject to availability and may incur an additional charge. Please see 'Trip Information' section for trip specific details)
- Full ABTOT Financial Protection
- Conservation fee (US$25)
- Two nights' hotel accommodation in La Paz on night 1 and 6
- Four nights' tent camping on Isla Espiritu Santo
What's not included?
- Travel to and from the start of the tour
- Alcoholic beverages, which can be purchased locally
- Dinner on Day 1 in La Paz
Sample Trip Itinerary
Please note that the below daily itineraries are an example of the swims that may take place during your trip, however, actual swim locations and distances will vary according to local weather and swim conditions. Your SwimTrek guides and local boat pilots will determine the most suitable swim locations each day and will communicate the plan with all guests as soon as possible.
Trip Schedule
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Day 6
Day 7
Map
Reviews
This trip was the epitome of perfection! Guides, water temperature, support staff and location could not have been better.
The swims were varied in clear, clean seas with a lot of marine life to enjoy. Excellent support of guides and local staff, for all swimming abilities. Highly recommended.
The trip of a lifetime - that you’ll probably do twice!
Loved learning about the wildlife and history of the area.
Another amazing week with SwimTrek team. As always felt completely safe and well looked after and escaped work and all normal daily stresses!
SwimTrek-the best company for safety organisation destinations and all round professionalism - absolutely superb!
This trip is incredible. It’s a truly special experience. The week is rewarding and adventurous. I highly recommend this trip!
We've done this SwimTrek twice now and could see doing it again! The water, the geography, the sea-lions and the sunsets do not disappoint. Magical.