Akampa
Season OCT 2026 — DEC 2026

Bahía Magdalena, BCS

Marlin & Sardine Run

Snorkel alongside sardines, marlins, and sea lions in Baja California Sur. A 4-day, 3-night expedition with luxury camping in Bahía Magdalena, Mexico.

Duration

3 nights · 4 days

Group

15 tents

Expedition type

Adventure

Departure

La Paz, BCS

Sardine Run in Mexico: Experience the most spectacular marine phenomenon.

Marlin & Sardine Run

Every October and November, the waters off Baja California Sur fill with enormous schools of sardines during their great migration. There, striped marlins, dolphins, and sea lions gather to hunt this natural feast. On this tour, you’ll snorkel right in the heart of Mexico’s Sardine Run, accompanied by a certified marine biologist, and witness a marine spectacle that occurs for only a few weeks each year. Our luxury camp is strategically located on the coast, nestled between dunes and mountains, to offer you views of these gigantic “bait balls” and the chance to swim among them. An Akampa experience that combines adventure, conservation, and comfort.

The itinerary · 4 days

Day by day

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  • The adventure begins in La Paz, BCS. We’ll arrange transportation to take us to the agreed-upon departure point, and we’ll head to Bahía Magdalena. From there, we’ll go to the camp, where we’ll be waiting for you with a smile and a delicious meal. On this first day, we’ll settle into the camp and then gather around a campfire where our biologist will tell us everything we need to know about the gray whale.

  • We’ll wake up early to watch an unforgettable sunrise, enjoy a cup of coffee and a delicious breakfast, and then set out on our first Ocean Safari. We’ll spend several hours at sea searching for schools of sardines, which attract all kinds of predators, such as striped marlin and sea lions. In the afternoon, we’ll have ceviche in the dune area. On our way back, we’ll enjoy the sunset, have dinner, and have time to relax and socialize around the campfire.

  • Early in the morning, we’ll go on our second Ocean Safari to see marlins and humpback whales—so you won’t miss a thing. Afterward, we’ll visit an incredible community-run oyster farm where we’ll learn about oyster farming and enjoy fresh seafood. We’ll return to camp in the afternoon to watch the sunset. In the evening, we’ll have a bonfire under the starry sky.

  • On our last day, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast to say goodbye to Bahía Magdalena. Then we packed our bags and headed to La Paz to begin our journey home.

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The stay

Luxury tents with a queen-size bed

Introducing Your Tent

15 luxury tents with a queen-size bed.

What about the bathroom?

Full bathrooms with hot water

5 full bathrooms with hot water

What's included?

What does your experience include?

Transportation

Round trip from the meeting point to the camp.

Meals

All meals during the experience, tailored to any dietary needs.

Activities

2 ocean safaris lasting more than 6 hours.

Accommodations

You'll sleep under the stars in luxury tents with premium mattresses.

Certified staff

Certified, local staff who know every nook and cranny.

Oyster Farm

Tour and meal at a community oyster farm.

The people

Meet Our Team

Our team will always welcome you with a smile. Our experiences are designed to create jobs for the local communities that care for the places we visit. Akampa’s mission is to create life-changing opportunities that, in turn, help promote long-term environmental protection.

Traveler reviews

GoogleReviews

5.0★★★★★(93)

  • ★★★★★

    Amazing location. Peacful Menal Detox. Saw the most spectacular mother and baby Humpback whales- having fun in the water. The staff is fun, helpful,amazing, knowledgeable. - Thank u-for making my Birthday -a weekend to remember. Food is yummy and non stop!- i put on wt!!! Would i come back--YES.

    nisreen vasi

    4 months ago

  • ★★★★★

    It was an unforgettable experience with Akampa. The staff was exceptional—always attentive and genuinely caring about every detail. The food and service were outstanding. The tents deserve a special mention: incredibly comfortable beds and spacious setups that make desert camping feel effortless and luxurious. We also went out to sea and had the chance to see whales—an absolutely out-of-this-world experience. Everything you need is thoughtfully taken care of. I would highly recommend Bahía Magdalena Ocean Camp to anyone looking for a truly special adventure.

    Isabella Gonzalez del Castillo

    6 months ago

  • ★★★★★

    The camp was a very special experience. Although I didn’t get the chance to touch the whales, seeing them up close was truly moving. I would love to visit again.

    hill fortune

    5 months ago

  • ★★★★★

    Best experience ever! Whales, dolphins, coyotes all in an incredibly well preserved and beautiful environment.

    Alejandro Olivo Villa

    4 months ago

  • ★★★★★

    Increíble experiencia! Todo maravilloso!

    roberta dominguez

    3 months ago