Extending between the Gulf of California and the Pacific Ocean, the Baja California Peninsula is famed for its striking desert landscapes and blissful beaches. It encompasses the Mexican states of Baja California and Baja California Sur, including the bustling resort hub of Cabo San Lucas.
Delve into the area’s colonial past at the 17th-century Mision de Nuestra Señora de Loreto before spotting whales and dolphins in the protected waters of Bahia de Loreto National Park. Prehistoric rock paintings can be found along the hiking trails of the Sierra de San Francisco, while the Reserva de la Biosfera El Vizcaino provides a habitat for native wildlife.
No visit to the Baja California Peninsula is complete without a swim in the circular bay of Balandra or a dip at Playa del Amor. Kite surfers can head directly to the windy shores of La Ventana while wine lovers can tour the estates and cellar doors of the Valle de Guadalupe.
Getting there
Manuel Marquez de Leon International Airport is the main aviation gateway to Baja California Sur and has flights to destinations across Mexico. For Baja California, you can fly into Tijuana International Airport. Buses connect towns and cities across the peninsula.