Cabo San Lucas
Sunrise found us close to the southern end of Baja California, in the tropics, as the Sea Lion approached Cabo Falso. Several humpback whales were spotted close to shore, within sight of the abundant condos and private residencies that are becoming so prevalent in this region. Shortly after breakfast we admired the magnificent rock formations at land’s end that are considered the boundary between the Gulf of California and the Pacific Ocean, and entered the busy Cabo San Lucas marina. We explorers divided into two groups to go bird-watching or snorkeling and surely had a great time at either activity. The snorkelers enjoyed very nice and clear waters and were able to admire a large number of different fish species, including the conspicuous king angelfish, the ever-hungry Cortez chub, the ubiquitous rainbow wrasse and the never-alone Mexican goatfish. However, a very special treat awaited us in the water, as we all were able to listen to the underwater songs of humpback whales as we snorkeled!
Early in the afternoon, as we sailed away from port, we encountered several groups of humpback whales. Three whales, possibly a courtship group, were seen not far from the still-close shoreline, whereas a mother humpback traveled with her very young baby farther offshore. We were fortunate to get very good views of them and marveled once again at the beauty and grace of one of nature’s greatest (both in terms of size and magnificence) creatures.
Sunrise found us close to the southern end of Baja California, in the tropics, as the Sea Lion approached Cabo Falso. Several humpback whales were spotted close to shore, within sight of the abundant condos and private residencies that are becoming so prevalent in this region. Shortly after breakfast we admired the magnificent rock formations at land’s end that are considered the boundary between the Gulf of California and the Pacific Ocean, and entered the busy Cabo San Lucas marina. We explorers divided into two groups to go bird-watching or snorkeling and surely had a great time at either activity. The snorkelers enjoyed very nice and clear waters and were able to admire a large number of different fish species, including the conspicuous king angelfish, the ever-hungry Cortez chub, the ubiquitous rainbow wrasse and the never-alone Mexican goatfish. However, a very special treat awaited us in the water, as we all were able to listen to the underwater songs of humpback whales as we snorkeled!
Early in the afternoon, as we sailed away from port, we encountered several groups of humpback whales. Three whales, possibly a courtship group, were seen not far from the still-close shoreline, whereas a mother humpback traveled with her very young baby farther offshore. We were fortunate to get very good views of them and marveled once again at the beauty and grace of one of nature’s greatest (both in terms of size and magnificence) creatures.
