Trip Overview

Against the backdrop of Baja’s sunlit landscapes and ultramarine bays join AdventureWomen for the colorful festivities of Mexico’s Day of the Dead. Explore white-sand shores, snorkel with playful sea lions, and learn to catch that wave during a surfing clinic with the pros. With its sunny hospitality, Baja welcomes you for seven days of adventure, culture, and indulgent relaxation. Arrive for the celebration of El Día de los Muertos – a special chance to experience the rich, artistic traditions of remembering family and friends.

Welcome to Baja!

Fly into Cabo San Lucas and drive to charming Todos Santos to gather with your excited AdventureWomen companions. With mountains in its backyard and facing miles of pristine beach, this artists’ haven is one of Mexico’s 50 lesser-traveled places known as a Pueblo Mágico – a magical town. Enjoy a welcome dinner that sets the stage for a week of fresh coastal cuisine, including fish tacos, tapas, ceviche, burritos, and fresh salads and fruits, alongside microbrews and, of course, margaritas, in the land where they were born!

Settle into the lovely Los Colibris Casitas, and wake up sporting your “ready-for-anything” spirit. It’s off to the beach to join the best local surf instructors for big fun in the waves. “We can do this!” becomes the group mantra as you get up on your board, if even for a moment, and feel the thrill of the waves beneath you. With exhilarating high-fives, be proud that you’ve proven that anyone, at any age, can surf!

Your accompanying expert local guide is an integral part of the group and is always on hand to answer questions and share stories about this fascinating region. You’ll meet other incredible individuals on your journey. They will help make your experience a fun and personally fulfilling adventure and will cheer you on as you reach beyond your comfort zone and embrace new challenges!

Back in town, join the Dia de los Muertos revelers for the festival finale – the Catrina Contest. Since Aztec times, the skeleton (calavera) has represented life, not death, and the female “Catrina” skeletal face is the fiesta’s symbol.

Isla Espiritu

After a morning yoga class, head for Isla Espiritu Santo for three days and nights in style on a secluded island. Spend time exploring volcanic rock formations on foot as you examine flora and fauna. Sunbathe at your leisure, try stand-up paddle boarding with your guide, or kayak together through secluded lagoons. Grab some snorkel gear and join the local sea lions for a truly memorable moment. It’s a veritable underwater ballet, Baja-style, as they spiral and twirl around you, and it’s hard not to laugh out loud when they pop their curious noses next to yours to see if you want to play!

Return to Todos Santos for your final day and peruse the galleries for exceptional, locally-made souvenirs. Enjoy your farewell dinner with a local chef, and toast to each other’s surf and turf adventures and to all the Baja memories you made together as friends.

 

Main Attractions

  • Participate in the colorful El Dia de los Muertos traditions, Baja-style
  • Kayak in blue lagoons and take a morning yoga class overlooking the ocean
  • Brave the wave! Take a bucket-list surfing class in a women’s-only session
  • Savor fresh local cuisine and sample margaritas in their birthplace
  • Delight in the playful antics of sea lions as you snorkel among them in the Sea of Cortez
  • Reach out and touch the stars during a three-day Baja-style beach camping experience

What You'll See and Do

  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboarding
  • Surfing
  • Swim with Sea Lions
  • Swimming
  • Yoga Class

If you're curious about this trip, we would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

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Trip Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Todos Santos
Arrive at San Jose del Cabo Airport (SJD) today before 3:00pm.

You will be picked up at the San Jose del Cabo airport by your guide and transferred to your hotel.

You will receive specific instructions on the exact meeting location about a month prior to your trip. The Cabo airport is very busy, but AdventureWomen will make sure you know where you’re going!

Get to know your guide, your AdventureWomen Ambassador, and your fellow travelers over a delicious welcome dinner this evening. Learn about the history and traditions of the Day of the Dead festivities.

Dinner

Overnight: Los Colibris Casitas

Day 2

Todos Santos
Enjoy an early morning yoga class on the sky deck. What better way to start your day than yoga overlooking the ocean?

Take a surfing lesson today. No experience? No problem! Your instructors guarantee that you will stand up – at least for a moment – during your very first lesson.

Head into town and watch the iconic Catrina contest! Celebrate the Day of the Dead in true Mexican fashion. More details will be shared about this celebration closer to the trip departure.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Los Colibris Casitas

Day 3

Todos Santos to Isla Espiritu Santo
Drive to La Paz, stopping to try on your wet suit and get your snorkeling gear. From La Paz, you will get on a boat for your 60-minute ride to your camp on the beach. Wear your bathing suit this morning, just in case there is a chance to swim along the way!

Spend your afternoon kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding exploring hidden lagoons and desert beaches.

Enjoy the sunset with your group as you sip a cold drink and sit with your toes in the sand.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Baja-Style Beach Camping

Day 4

Isla Espiritu Santo
Swimming with sea lions is magical, with unforgettable nose-to-nose encounters. Grab some provided snorkeling gear and jump in with them.

Enjoy dinner from the camp kitchen and a relaxing night on the beach. Share stories about your experiences with the curious sea lions earlier today.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Baja-Style Beach Camping

Day 5

Isla Espiritu Santo
This hike gets you out on the island to learn about the local flora and fauna on foot. Wear closed-toed shoes – there are cacti around! The duration of the hike typically ranges from one to two hours, though it may vary.

Decide how you want to explore the sea just off the coast of Isla Espiritu Santo. Talk to your guides to take out a paddle board, throw on some snorkeling gear, or jump into a kayak. There’s no wrong answer; this water has a way of never disappointing.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Baja-Style Beach Camping

Day 6

Isla Espiritu Santo to Todos Santos

Enjoy some time this afternoon to visit local art galleries and do some last-minute shopping.

Start your farewell dinner with Chef Iker.

Reminisce over all of the memories you have made and celebrate the end of an incredible trip with your new AdventureWomen friends!

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Los Colibris Casitas

Day 7

Depart Todos Santos
After a fond farewell and breakfast, say “hasta luego” to your guide and new friends!

Depart from San Jose del Cabo Airport (SJD) today after 12:00pm.

Breakfast

Please note: AdventureWomen will attempt to adhere to the itinerary as much as possible. However, certain conditions (political, climatic, environmental, and cultural) may necessitate changes in the itinerary. AdventureWomen reserves the right to alter any itinerary at any time, if necessary. We will attempt to notify participants of changes as far in advance as possible. Costs incurred by such changes will be the responsibility of the participants. 

If you're curious about this trip, we would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Call us ~ 1.800.804.8686

Traveling to Baja



Arrival and Departure Information

October 29, 2024 Departure

Arrive: Arrive at San Jose del Cabo Airport (SJD) on October 29, 2024 before 3:00PM

Depart: Depart San Jose del Cabo Airport (SJD) on November 4, 2024 after 12:00PM

November 1, 2025 Departure

Arrive: Arrive at San Jose del Cabo Airport (SJD) on November 1, 2025 before 3:00PM

Depart: Depart San Jose del Cabo Airport (SJD) on November 7, 2025 after 12:00PM

We are happy to help you make your flight and travel arrangements. If you’d like to do anything prior to or following the AdventureWomen trip, we’d be delighted to help you arrange any trip extensions you’re interested in.

Note: The recent trend in travel is for travelers to finalize their plans much closer to departure time than was customary in the past. While we try to be as flexible as possible booking last-minute registrants, we must release hotel rooms two to three months prior to departure! Please keep this in mind when making your travel plans.

Preparation and Packing  

Please use the following guides as a reference when preparing for your adventure. We also encourage you to adapt the guides to your travel style as well as the destination’s forecasted weather.  

Gratuities  

Gratuities are a personal decision and are at your own discretion based on your level of satisfaction with the service provided. Gratuities are dependent upon the number of guests on your departure, and they vary greatly from trip to trip. As a general reference, AdventureWomen suggests you plan for $330-$350 (or more) worth of gratuities for this adventure. Specific tipping recommendations for your trip will be provided to you closer to your departure date and may fluctuate due to inflation, exchange rates, and the number of travelers on your trip. 

Passports and Visas

Citizens of the United States must have a passport valid for six months beyond your travel dates with at least two blank facing pages. If you do not have a passport, please apply now!

Activity Level

We rate this trip as Active. Our Active adventures get you on your feet. You should be in good physical condition and be prepared to hike for up to five hours, multiple days in a row, on uneven surfaces with some steep ascents and descents. Please note that this is a general description of what you might encounter; for specific details about your trip, please consult the itinerary.

We recommend training before your trip (with your doctor’s permission) to make the most of your adventure. With this itinerary in mind, we have a partnership with Trailblazer Wellness, a woman-owned, women-run company that will design an individualized fitness plan just for you! Best of all, AdventureWomen guests get a 10% discount with the code AVW. Learn more on the Trailblazer Wellness website.

Health Considerations

Make an appointment with a travel clinic, as they may have recommendations for vaccines and medications based on the destination as well as your age, health, and past vaccination history.

For more health information, go to www.cdc.gov/travel and navigate to the page about Mexico.

How to Register

Call the AdventureWomen office at (800) 804-8686 to determine space availability and register for this trip. We can complete your registration, including taking your credit card deposit over the phone.

If you prefer, you can register online by clicking “Sign Up for this Trip” on the trip page.

Please be sure to read the AdventureWomen policies before registering!

Forms and Final Payment

The deposit for this trip is $800. You can transfer your deposit to another trip with no additional fee if you notify us within 120 days of the original trip departure date. We can hold your deposit for up to six months as a credit. Failure to book a new trip within this timeframe will result in the forfeiture of your deposit.

Once you book, you will need to fill out and return to AdventureWomen:

  • Information Form
  • Booking Conditions Form
  • Copy of Flight Information
  • Copy of Issuing Page of Passport (Photo Page)
  • Supplement Health and Safety Form

Final payment is due to AdventureWomen in a cash form (check, money order, or wire transfer). A maximum of $1,500 per person can be put on a credit card, which includes your deposit.

October 29, 2024 Departure Final Payment Due Date: July 31, 2024

November 1, 2025 Departure Final Payment Due Date: August 3rd, 2025

If you're curious about this trip, we would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Call us ~ 1.800.804.8686

What's Included

Included

  • Accommodations as per itinerary based on double occupancy
  • All meals as listed in the itinerary
  • Guided sightseeing and activities as indicated in the itinerary
  • Bi-lingual, naturalist guides throughout the trip
  • All ground transportation
  • One group transfer on arrival and departure
  • Drinking water available in large jugs to refill personal bottles
  • Happy hour on Isla Espiritu Santo
  • Gratuities for drivers, hotel staff, wait staff, and luggage porters

Not Included

  • International airfare to and from Baja
  • Optional activities
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages (unless otherwise specified)
  • Fees for passport, visas, immunizations, or travel insurance
  • Cost of hospitalization or evacuation
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities for guides and island staff

If you're curious about this trip, we would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Call us ~ 1.800.804.8686

Accommodations

Los Colibris Casitas

Los Colibris – The Hummingbirds – is in Todos Santos, just a ten-minute walk from the area's beautiful beaches. The property features two big casas (houses), two casitas (little houses), and 5 suites. Each building and room is configured and decorated in a unique way. The accommodations all include a balcony, porch, or patio, lovely views of the Pacific Ocean and lagoon, a small refrigerator, and a ceiling fan. The property has a water filtration system, so you can safely drink from the water from the tap.

Amenities: en suite bathrooms with soap, shampoo, hair dryer, electricity, a coffee maker, and Wi-Fi

Baja-Style Beach Camping

You will love your base camp on one of Isla Espiritu Santo’s most beautiful beaches! It features tents with twin beds, mattresses, pillows, and sheets. The accommodations are so comfortable and beautiful that you won’t want to leave. There is a kitchen tent where your on-site chef makes wonderful meals for you every day, and there are sun showers and portable toilets in separate cabanas.

Amenities: Composting toilet cabanas (not en suite); sun shower cabanas with soap and shampoo; solar charging station for small devices; campsite is off-grid

Please note that all amenities were current when written and are subject to change at any time.

 

If you're curious about this trip, we would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Call us ~ 1.800.804.8686