3-week roadtrip in Lower-California -Mexico
🌎 You never do things like the others and like going off-beaten tracks ? You like feeling like you are the only one on Earth and be enjoy absolute calm ? You are planning a 3-week vacation ?
Then you will love this itinerary ! Discover the wild part of Mexico : Lower California, its beaches and deserts. 🏖
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Itinerary of this three weeks roadtrip in Lower-California
Tijuana > Ensenada > Bahía de los Ángeles > Bahía Tortugas > San Ignacio > Loreto > La Paz > La Ventana > Cabo Pulmo > San José del Cabo
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The itinerary : step by step
What to do in Tijuana ?
A large modern and colorful city.
- Walk along Avenida Revolución, main tourist attraction a few steps from the USA border. DIscover the shops, restaurants and art galleries on the avenue the locals call « La Revu » .
- Go to the main traditional market called « Mercado Hidalgo ». Buy fresh fruit, local cheeses and much more. Taste traditional Mexican candies or negotiate the price of a souvenir.
- Explore Centro Cultural Tijuana, a cultural complex called « La Bola » because of its spherical shape. Inside discover an IMAX movie theatre, a theatre and a permanent exhibition hall about the region’s history.
- Head to Plaza Santa Cecilia, one of Tijuana’s oldest plazas and get an idea of what a traditional Mexican city was and is now.
- Take the time to go to the beach. After short 30 min drive, you will get to the seaside city of Rosarito. Spend a lovely moment while enjoying the seafood restaurants, drinking a margarita or having fun in the ocean.
What to do in Ensenada ?
A cosmopolitan and delightful city.
- Walk along the Malecón, a walkway by the ocean. You will surely notice the huge Mexican flag ! Stop in one of the many restaurants to have some local seafood.
- Climb up the top of « El Mirador » belvedere for a beautiful view over the city and its port.
- Visit the Museo de Historia de Ensenada, a small museum telling the sorte of the regain and highlighting Lower California’s aboriginal tribes. A charming setting to learn about the local history.
- Live a fun experience at La Bufadora, 40 km / 25 miles South of Ensenada. Get splashed by the natural 30m /98 ft tall water when the waves crush against the cliff. All that in a beautiful setting !
- Explore one of the many vineyards surrounding the city like Bodegas de Santo Tomas and get to taste delicious local wines.
What to do in Bahía de los Ángeles ?
A small village between cacti desert and the sea of Cortez.
- Love fishing ? Here is the ideal place to fish many different fish species, whether you are fishing from the shore or a boat !
- Go explore the bay’s 16 islands on a diving, kayak or jet ski expedition. Enjoy a incredible experience between June and November : swim out and get a closer look to the whale sharks !
- Visit the Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Center, North of city’s beach. Observe different turtles and learn about these reptiles.
- Want to learn more about the local history ? Head to the small city museum !
What to do in Bahía Tortugas ?
A small sunny and colorful city.
- Discover this city almost unknown to tourists. Take advantage of that and go meet the locals !
- Enjoy the gorgeous view from the small beach at the bottom of the pier.
- Eat an amazing hot-dog from the small cart between the hill and the main road.
- Get on a short cruise to Isla Natividad for a breathtaking panorama !
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What to do in San Ignacio ?
A city between a calm lake and a date palm, orange tree and fig tree oasis.
- Visit the Museum of Cave Art, in the 18th century monument called « The Theatre ». Discover cave reproductions with several of the region’s wall paintings. There are also official museum guides to help you out.
- Do not miss the Mission San Ignacio, a religious building built by the Jesuits in 1728. You will notice its 7 oil paintings and baroque style altar made out of wood gold.
- For outdoors experiences, head to San Ignacio Lagoon. About 55 km / 34 miles away from the city. Go mountain biking, kayaking, surfing or whale watching (from February to March).
What to do in Loreto ?
A city of the Old and New World.
- Visit Loreto Bay National Park, a preserved natural zone off the coast of Loreto. Get on a boat, go discover the park’s islands and go diving in what Cousteau called « The Aquarium of the World » !
- From December to March go for a day-trip to observe the hundreds of whales coming to give birth to their babies. Such a beautiful experience !
- Visit the Mission de San Javier, a must see in Baja California. Admire the beautiful oil paintings.
- Do not miss the oldest and first mission in the region : Mission de Loreto. The nearby museum and its 6 exhibition halls will let you learn about the region’s history.
- Go for an adventure and rent a kayak to discover Isla Dansante, a small island with tall cliffs (150 m/ 492 ft). You could even get to see seals and many different fish.
What to do in La Paz ?
The most Mexican city in Lower California.
- Discover one of the most well preserved ecosystem of the péninsule by going to Espiritu Santo Island. There, you will get to see sea lions, manta rays, dolphins and turtles.
- From December to March, head to Magdalena Bay to meet Alaska grey whalese. They come here to give birth to their babies. Beautiful moment !
- Do not miss the Cactus Sanctuary in Ejido El Rosario, a 50 ha botanical garden. Discover one of the largest cacti collection in the world.
- Enjoy the sun and gorgeons scenery at Balandra Beach. This white sand and translucent water beach is simply beautiful.
- Visit Todos Santos neighbourhood and discover local artists, painters and poets. Stroll through the streets between art galleries, craftsmen shops and quaint restaurants and get a feel of its colonial and authentic atmosphere
What to do in La Ventana ?
A seaside city.
- Observe whale sharks, seals, sea turtles and thousands of fish species in an outstanding setting !
- Check ou the best kitesurf spots in the world, there is a perfect consistant wind.
What to do in Cabo Pulmo ?
A small village in one of the most well preserved National Marine Park.
- Get in your car and drive along the coastal road for a stunning view of the Sierra de la Laguna. Enjoy the gorgeous landscapes, alone on the road.
- Go diving, air tank on your back or just go freediving near the Pacific coral reef ! An unforgettable experience !
What to do in San José del Cabo ?
A mellow and natural city.
- On Thursday nights, take part in the « Art Walk » and get to know the many art galleries in the city.
- Stroll around San José’s old city center and discover the calm shops, beautiful church, lively plaza and delicious restaurants.
- Take a dip on one of the besaces along Cabo San Lucas road, like Playa Santa María for example
- Surfers, be sure to check out the surf spots of Costa Azul, a short drive West of the city. They are even supposed to be better than the Hawaiian spots !
To learning more…
- You want to know all the information about the country ? it’s here.
- Then, to rent a car at the best price, we advise you this website.
- Finally, to book a flight at the best price, we advise you this website.
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