Mid Symposium Tours

Gray Whale Watching

In this tour you would have the opportunity to see Gray Whales as they past in front of Ensenada during their migration from the cold northern waters of Alaska to the warm breeding grounds of Central Baja lagoon. Navigating in sport-fishing vessels around Ensenada bay and Todos Santos Island you would also have the opportunity to see sea lions, dolphins and beautiful coastline.

The Blowhole

The Blowhole is one of the three most important geysers in the world; it is a natural crevice originating from erosion and connected to an underwater canyon. When the waves reach the crevice a huge explosion of water occurs, rising 20 meters high into the air and producing a peculiar sound, hence its name La Bufadora (the blowhole). This popular and impressive site is located 22 miles south of Ensenada. You can also enjoy a delicious seafood meal and shop for handcrafts and souvenirs while you are there.

 

 

The Wine Route

The wine route is a tour through the San Antonio de las Minas and Valle de Guadalupe vineyards, designed to teach you everything about the regions fantastic winemaking culture. This tour includes the large wine houses such as Domecq, LA Cetto and Monte Xanic, and also the small family run cellars, where you can witness the fascinating wine production process. They will teach you about the harvest and the different varieties of grape, and show you around the cellars where the huge barrels are stored. During your visit you will be able to taste a diverse variety of wines and maybe purchase a bottle or two. In all the wineries there are shops offering regional products and winemaking paraphernalia, for a souvenir of your trip. The wine route is a voyage through the secrets of the vineyards, giving you a chance to enjoy the marvelous landscape surrounding Ensenada and some wonderful wines as well.

 

Seaweed Collection and abalone farm visit

In this tour you will visit the region of Erendira where you would have the opportunity to see one of the richest and more diverse seaweeds communities of the Mexican temperate Pacific cost. You would also have the opportunity the visit abalone farms, one of them dedicated to the production of abalone pearls.