San Ignacio Lagoon is not just a sanctuary for grey whales—it’s a school for those who wish to protect them.
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San Ignacio Lagoon
Emotional Thrill of a Lifetime
Emotional Thrill of a Lifetime
San Ignacio Lagoon is not just a sanctuary for grey whales—it’s a school for those who wish to protect them.
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With patience and respect, he positions the boat carefully, always giving them space, never forcing an interaction.
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San Ignacio Lagoon is not just home to whales—it is the beating heart of the Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve, a place where life thrives in all its forms. Along the mangroves, snowy egrets and herons wade gracefully, their reflections dancing on the water. Brown pelicans skim the surface, while osprey circle above, scanning for fish. This […]
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There are few sights more moving than witnessing a newborn Gray whale taking its first breaths. The lagoon cradles them in its shallow waters, offering warmth and safety in their earliest days. One morning, we spotted a mother lifting her calf gently, helping it reach the surface. The calf’s breathing was still unsteady, its small […]
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“It’s definitely a once a lifetime experience. I was so touched the moment the mom and calf approached the boat and interacted with us. Beyond that, it’s fascinating to observe so many different behaviors of gray whales in their natural habitat. The Guides and panga Captains are very respectful to the whales, it’s a great […]
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A gray school of whales gathering outside the entrance to the lagoon, waiting and taking turns to ride the surf in is crazy.
Read MoreToday, we feel very fortunate because we witnessed how impressive grey whales are. We saw them breach on multiple occasions, play with dolphins, and display curiosity as they stayed around us. Mauricio – Guide
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