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About this trip
Explore the coast of Mazatlan on a mission to meet up close and personal with one of earth´s most fascinating creatures: the humpback whale. Take part on our whale ecology project and learn about their lives while supporting its study and conservation in Mexico.
MUNBA Expeditions is a Joint Venture between the new Museo Nacional de la Ballena (National Whale Musaeum -MUNBA-) and Onca Explorations, Mazatlan´s experts in whale ecology and pioneers in whale watching! for providing the best whale watching experience possible in Mazatlan!
Exploration for Conservation
Led by dedicated marine experts aboard a high-speed, semi-rigid vessel, adventurers of all ages will embark on an unforgettable journey that’s as thrilling as it is safe. With outstanding commentary about local environment and sharing real-time insight into whales’ ecology and behavior while collecting scientific data, and an internationally certified vessel, our team its committed to providing you with the ultimate, carefree experience on the water.
During our encounters we may observe whales spouting while cruising along, or powerfully breaching and tail slapping while playing or fighting. It is breeding season in the Mexican Pacific so there is a lot going on! If lucky enough, we may find females nursing their calves, or maybe listen to the intriguing songs performed by males as part of their courtship ritual.
By taking part on this expedition you are contributing directly to marine research and monitoring activities led by the National Whale Museum (MUNBA) and its allies for the conservation of whales and dolphins in this important region of the Mexican Pacific and Gulf of California.
Highlights
Years of experience in cetacean monitoring and a life long commitment to marine conservation back our services and guarantee the best whale watching practices, both for you and the whales´ safety.
- Our boats provide a great platform to ensure respectful close encounters with marine life and awesome photography opportunities.
- Small groups and personal attention by our highly qualified crew, allow for excellent commentary about the lives of whales and local environment as well as updated information about their study and conservation in Mexico.
- Hydrophone on board to listen to live whale songs!
- With your participation you are supporting important marine life research and conservation programs.
What’s included
- Pick upTransportation Hotel-Marina-Hotel
- Expert guidesHighly qualified & bilingual expedition leaders and naturalist guide
- Lecture on WhaleLecture on humpback whale ecology and conservation
- Snacks and beveragesBottled water and snacks
- HydrophoneHydrophone on board to listen to live whale songs
- ENTRANCE FEE TO MUNBAYour expedition includes a Free entrance to the National Whale Museum, discover one of the largest collections of cetacean skeletons in Latin America and discover the secret lives of whales!
What’s not included
- Tips for guidesTips for captains & guides (custom is about 10% of fare paid).
- Restrictions to MUNBAEntrance to MUNBA is not transferable and has to take place within the next 30 days of your expedition.
Available Packages
Price per one adult on one of our charter expeditions.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
Price per children (4-11) in any of our charter expeditions.
If you are traveling with children younger than 4 yo please check our PRIVATE TOUR option.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
Price per boat for 1 to 12 passengers on PRIVATE OPTION.
Itinerary
7-7:30 am..........Pickup at hotels
8:00 am...............All aboard! Departure from Marina del Sol (FONATUR)
The waters off the coast of Mazatlan are a Whale Super Highway! We usually find whales within the first hour of the tour, depending on the time of the season. Our crew of marine scientists and naturalists will be leadng this excursion in search of encounters with the amazing humpback whales and other marine life. On the way back to port, if we have time, we will cruise the islands and islets of Mazatlan and visit the sea lion colony nearby.
11:00 am.................Back at Port
NOTE: A second expedition can be scheduled from 12 to 3 pm upon environmental conditions!!