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temazcal A temazcal is a type of sweat lodge which originated with preHispanic Indigenous peoples in Mesoamerica. The word temazcal comes from the Nahuatl word temāzcalli ("house of heat"). The temazcal is usually a permanent structure, unlike sweat lodges in other regions. It is usually constructed from volcanic rock and cement and is usually a circular dome, although rectangular ones have been found at certain archeological sites and this shape is also used. To produce the heat, volcanic stones are heated. Volcanic stones are safe because they do not explode from the temperature. The temazcal is a spiritual ceremony conducted within a hot vapor bath. Many temazcaleros claim that the temazcal ceremony — because it's a spiritual ceremony — can, unlike a sauna, cure pracIcally any ailment, including physical, mental or emoIonal illnesses.

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temazcal A   temazcal   is   a   type   of   sweat   lodge  which   originated  with   pre-­‐Hispanic  Indigenous  peoples  in  Mesoamerica.  The  word  temazcal    comes  from  the  Nahuatl  word  temāzcalli  ("house  of  heat").  The   temazcal   is   usually   a   permanent   structure,   unlike   sweat   lodges   in  other  regions.  It  is  usually  constructed  from  volcanic  rock  and  cement  and  is  usually  a  circular  dome,  although  rectangular  ones  have  been  found  at  certain   archeological   sites   and   this   shape   is   also   used.   To   produce   the  heat,   volcanic   stones   are  heated.  Volcanic   stones   are   safe  because   they  do  not  explode  from  the  temperature.    

The  temazcal  is  a  spiritual  ceremony  conducted  within  a  hot  vapor  bath.  Many  temazcaleros  claim  that  the  temazcal  ceremony  —  because  it's  a  spiritual  ceremony  —  can,  unlike  a  sauna,  cure  pracIcally  any  ailment,  including  physical,  mental  or  emoIonal  illnesses.  

Kayak & snorkel Balandra-Pichilingue

Balandra  is  such  a  beauIful  place.  The  water  is  crystal  clear,  warm,  calm  and  only  goes  maybe  waist  deep.   Is   in  a  gorgeous  protected  cove  with  no   waves,   gorgeous   sands   and   palapas   to   relax   under.   You   can   rent  kayaks  and  go  across  to  a  completely  deserted  beach  on  the  other  side  of  the  cove.    Balandra  Bay  is  also  a  Natural  Protected  Area  and  may  soon  be  added  to  the  list  of  World  Heritage  Bio-­‐Reserves,  as  are  the  islands  across  from  it  and  in  fact  all  islands  in  the  Gulf  of  California/Sea  of  Cortes  now.      

Want  to  kayak  in  Baja?  We  can  take  you  there.  DeparIng  from  Balandra   beach,   you’ll   paddle   toward   Playa   Pichilingue  exploring   the   hidden   coves   and   prisIne   beaches   in   this  snorkeling  paradise.  Spend  the  day  exploring  and  snorkeling  in  the  crystal  clear,  warm  waters.  You  decide  the  length  of  your  trip  as  all   tours  are  customized  to  your  scheduling  needs.  No  strict  iIneraries  here!  

Punta lobos-Puerto Viejo hike

 From  the  road  leading  to  Punta  Lobos  is  a  walking  track  that  takes  you  over  to  Puerto  Viejo.  It  is  about  an  hour  and  half  walk  but  well  worth  it  once  you  get  up  on  top  of  the  cliffs  and  walk  down  to  the  li[le  bay.  There  is  very  li[le  of  the  construcIon  of  Puerto  Viejo  and  it  is  where  the  Spanish  loaded  up  their  galleons  with  all  the  goodies  they  could  find  in  Baja.    

This   three   hour   journey   takes   you  into   the   Puerto   Viejo   of   Todos  Santos,   a   protected   zone   great   for  snorkeling   and   free-­‐diving.     The  ancient  rock  formaIons  in  this  area  are   breathtaking;   filled   with  blowholes,   caves   and   underwater  caverns.  This  tour  just  could  be  the  highlight  of  your  Mexico  vacaIon!  

SURF LESSONS AT CERRITOS You  may  be  someone  who  wants   to   try  surfing   for   the  first  Ime  and  experience   the  emoIonal   rush  of  catching  your  first  wave...   to  be  hooked   forever.  Or  you  may  have   some  surfing  experience  and  are   looking   to  maximize  your  surf  skills.  Together  with  the  great  condiIons  at  Los  Cerritos  beach  and  the  most  expert  surfing   instrucIon  from  Mario  Surf  School,  you  can  reach  all  your  surfing  goals!  

Surf  lessons  are  with  a  private  instructor  and  include  equipment  rentals.  We  can  also  provide  group  lessons.  Learn  surfing  any  way  you  like  in  Baja,  for  as  much  Ime  as  you’d  like  to  spend.  We  can  make  all  the  arrangements  before  you  even  arrive.  

Snorkel kayak (punta lobos- Puerto viejo)

The  headland  at  Punta  Lobos  provides  an  amazing  Pacific  snorkeling  spot  abundant  in  sea  life.  Mantas,  lobster,  urchins,  sea  stars,  eagle  rays,  octopus  and  tons  of  tropical  fish  make  their  home  on  this  Pacific  shelf.  The  diverse  Eco-­‐system  is  created  by  a  unique  mountain  range  that  ends  here,  providing  a  perfect  protected  habitat.  For  generaIons  local  fishermen  have  used  this  protected  area  for  launching  their  pangas.  *Snorkel  Punta  Lobos  Tour  Available.        

 This  tour  should  be  top  on  your  list  when  you  visit  Todos  Santos!  It  is  incredibly  beauIful  paddling  around  the  cliffs  to  Punta  Lobos  to  Puerto  Viejo,  past  rock  formaIons  and  sea  lion  colonies.  The  surf  is  calm  and  the  tour  is  flexible  in  length  –  you  will  get  a  great  workout  and  pracIce  SUP  skills.  This  tour  can  be  as  challenging  as  you  want  to  make  it!  You  can  a  nice  swim  aeer  the  tour.  In  the  aeernoon  you  can  buy  fresh  fish  here  from  the  local  fisherman.    All  day  Tour  AVAILABLE.  

sup (punta lobos to Puerto Viejo)

Sierra de la laguna Biosphere hike

Baja  California  is  a  contradictory  land  of  desert  and  sea.  The  Sea  of  Cortez  lies  to  the  east  and  the  Pacific  ocean  to  the  west  with  the  granite  mountains  of  the  Sierra  de  la  Laguna  range  raising  from  the  dry  tropical  forest  and  sandy  shores.  The  region  is  a  mix  of  rugged  mountains,  steep  valleys  and  canyons,  and  vast  dry  plains.  The  Sierra  de  la  Laguna  Biosphere  Reserve  is  one  of  Baja´s  most  beauIful  but  least  explored  areas.  Part  of  an  island  off  the  coast  of  Baja  10  million  years  ago,  the  Reserve  is  home  to  an  incredible  diversity  of  plant  and  animal  life,  many  of  them  endemic  species  -­‐  over  23%  of  plants  and  10%  of  animals  found  in  the  Reserve  are  endemic  to  the  area.      

Kayak-fishing Punta lobos

Fisherman's  beach  -­‐  shore  break  surf  acIvity,  swimming  not  advisable.  Located  south  of  town  at  Km.  54,  then  west  1.5  miles  to  the  beach.    The  closest  beach  to  'downtown'  Todos  Santos.  A  beauIful  beach  used  by  the  local  fisherman,  usually  deparIng  through  early  in  the  morning,  and  returning  between  1  and  3  p.m.  Watching  the  fishermen  negoIate  the  waves  in  and  out  is  quite  a  show!  And  there  is  Good  Fishing!  

WHALE WATCHING (MAGDALENA BAY)

 During  the  annual  grey  whale  migraIon,  January  thru  March,  the  canals,  bays,  and  bocas  of  the  Bahia  Magdalena  complex  are  pracIcally  filled  with  the  whales'  undulaIng  form.    Puerto  Lopez  Mateos  and  San  Carlos  are  the  usual  centers  for  whale  watching  acIviIes.    Oeen  you  can  spot  greys  from  shore  at  Puerto  Lopez  Mateo  as  they  come  and  go  via  Boca  de  Soledad  to  the  north;  a  public  parking  and  viewing  area  lies  north  of  

the  port's  fish-­‐processing  plant  

Cabo  Pulmo  is  quite  simply  the  best  snorkeling  and  diving  spot  in  the  Cabo  San  Lucas  area.    A  NaIonal  Marine  Park  featuring  over  350  varieIes  of  tropical  fish  and  marine  life,  Cabo  Pulmo  is  home  to  the  only  living  coral  reefs  not  only  in  Los  Cabos,  but  in  the  enIre  west  coast  of  North  America.  

 The   waters   of   Cabo   Pulmo   are   the   clearest   in   the   Cabo   San   Lucas   area,   with  visibiliIes  someImes  exceeding  100  feet  between  June  and  November.    The  marine  preserve  is  about  a  2  hour  drive  from  Cabo  San  Lucas,  so  you'll  have  to  make  sure  you  have  Ime  before  booking  this  unique  snorkeling  tour.    

SNORKEL CABO PULMO

WHALE SHARKS LA PAZ

From  early  winter  unIl  late  spring  the  whale  sharks  can  be  found  feeding  in  the  rich  waters  of  the  Sea  of  Cortez  and  in  the  Bay  of  La  Paz  in  Baja  California  Sur.  The  gentle  giants  of  the  sea  are  the  largest  fish  in  the  world  and  each  season  return  to  the  waters  close  to  the  city  of  La  Paz.  Seeing  these  ocean  behemoths  in  their  natural  environment  or  swimming  close  to  these  fish  can  be  an  exciIng  ouIng  for  young  and  old.  

PARASAILING CABO SAN LUCAS

High-­‐flying  adventure  the  safe  and  easy  way!  All  you  do   is  sit  down,   relax  and  enjoy  the  view  from  above.  Enjoy  the  sound   of   the   silence   and   the   panoramic   view   of   Cabo   San   Lucas   Bay.   Get   ready   for   the   thrill   of   your   life   where  adventure  and  safety  is  combined.  As  the  boat  motors  out  through  the  Cabo  harbor  and  into  the  bay,  you  will  be  fi[ed  with  a  harness  and  then,  one  a  the  Ime,  you  will  sit  down  on  the  back  of  the  boat.  The  rest  is  simple  and  easy…  the  boat  does  the  rest.  You  will  soar  up  to  600  feet,  depending  on  wind  and  water  condiIons.    

ART GALLERIES TOUR

  In  this  tour  you  will  be  able  to  see  more  art,  more  studios  and  spend  more  Ime  with   the  arIst  at  each  studio.  With  a  map   in  hand,   showing   all   of   the   studios,   visitors   will   get   a   glimpse   of  what   the   life   of   the   arIst   is   like.   Up   the   dusty   streets   of   the  town,  they  will  be  able  to  see  what  goes  on  inside  these  studios.  There  will  be  painters,  sculptors,  photographers,  muralists,  plein  air   painters,   encausIc   arIsts,   jewelers,   printmakers,   collage  arIsts,   po[ers,   wood   turners   and   we   can   only   imagine   what  else.  

PRIVATE YOGA CLASS Make  Yoga  part  of  your  vacaIon!    

If  you  are  looking  for  a  unique  experience  in  your  pracIce  of   yoga  we   offer   private   yoga   classes,   relax   in   our   yoga  studio  enjoying  the  magnificent  view  of  the  Pacific  Ocean.    Beginner?  Advanced?  Somewhere  in  between?  Our   experts   instructors   will   help   you   to   enjoy   your  pracIce.