Holiday in Baja California

What makes Baja California special as a destination?

Baja California is a peninsula over 1,250 kilometers long between the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California, offering a dramatic mix of desert landscapes, secluded beaches, world-class cuisine, and a unique wildlife. The region consists of two states – Baja California in the north with the vibrant border city of Tijuana and Baja California Sur in the south with the resort town of Los Cabos at the southern tip. From December to April, gray whales migrate to the protected lagoons of Guerrero Negro and San Ignacio to give birth to their calves. Nowhere else in the world do whales come so close to boats and even allow themselves to be touched. In the Gulf of California – referred to by Jacques Cousteau as the aquarium of the world – whale sharks, manta rays, sea lions, and dolphins abound. The Cabo Pulmo National Park is home to one of the oldest coral reefs in North America. The culinary scene in Ensenada and the Guadalupe Valley has made Baja the culinary capital of Mexico, with innovative Baja-Med cuisine and over 150 wineries. Tijuana is experiencing a cultural renaissance with one of the most exciting street food scenes on the continent. In the south, Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo offer luxury resorts, golf courses, and legendary sport fishing. The best time to visit is from October to May, when temperatures are pleasant and whale watching is in full swing.