Field Notes
Trip planning, wildlife guides, and Sea of Cortez stories from marine expeditions in La Ventana, Baja California Sur.
April 8, 2026 · 6 min read · By Salim Mendez
April through June is peak season for orca encounters near La Ventana, Baja California Sur. Here's exactly when to come, what behaviors to expect, and how to plan your trip.
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March 22, 2026 · 8 min read · By Salim Mendez
A complete walkthrough of a Bajablue day-trip Ocean Safari — what to bring, the typical schedule, what wildlife you'll likely see, and how to prepare physically and mentally.
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February 14, 2026 · 7 min read · By Salim Mendez
The Sea of Cortez holds 39% of the world's marine mammal species and over 800 fish species. Here's the science, the history, and why this place is so extraordinary.
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