excursions

Rates at the Baja Camp include excursions in the hotel's private motor boats - usually you'll be invited to take a tour each morning. For many people the highlight of a stay here is the opportunity to snorkel with the sea lions - their colony is just twenty minutes by boat from the camp. Although the adult sea lions can be large, they are generally docile if undisturbed and with caution it's possible to swim and snorkel amongst them.

There are also several spectacularly beautiful and totally deserted beaches on Espiritu Santo. Honeymooners like nothing better than to be marooned on their own private beach for a morning (the staff having set them up with sun beds and shade, cold drinks and refreshments).

Specialized fishing excursions can also be arranged at an extra charge, but if you just want to try some drift fishing from the boat then this can usually be incorporated into one of the excursions (one of the simplest pleasures is to watch your host hauling in tonight's dinner en-route back from a sightseeing trip). In July, August and September the diving is at its best and magnificent creatures such as manta rays, whale sharks and hammer heads can be observed. There are also some fascinating wrecks near to the camp. A diving center on the mainland can arrange expert tours and equipment rental (this is not included in the camp rates).

Many activities can be enjoyed directly from the camp's gorgeous beach. The ocean is as clear as mineral water here, and snorkeling equipment is barely required to see the colorful fish in the shallow water. The camp has equipment in adult and some child sizes, but you are welcome to bring your own too. There are also kayaks available for guests use and this is a great way to explore the nearby coves.