Le Bellot, 10 Night Baja and the Sea of Cortez: In Search of the Great Whales ex Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Return – 10 Feb 2027 – Cruise Traveller

Le Bellot, 10 Night Baja and the Sea of Cortez: In Search of the Great Whales ex Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Return

Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Le Bellot
Cruise Departs
10 Feb 2027
Cruise Duration
10 Nights
Embark Ship
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Disembark Ship
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Prestige Deck 6 Prestige Deck 6 Suite Privilege Suite Deck 5 Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
AU $22,080
per person
 AU $41,700
per person
 AU $43,700
per person
 AU $47,890
per person

Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
10 Feb 2027
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
 7:00 PM
11 Feb 2027 At sea    
12 Feb 2027
Guerrero Negro, Mexico
 6:00 AM 6:00 PM
13 Feb 2027 At sea    
14 Feb 2027
Magdalena Bay, Mexico
 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
15 Feb 2027
Cabo Pulmo National Park, Mexico
 1:00 PM 6:00 PM
16 Feb 2027
Loreto Bay National Park, Mexico
 9:00 AM 2:30 PM
16 Feb 2027
Loreto, Mexico
 4:45 PM
17 Feb 2027
Coronado Island, California
 8:30 AM 6:30 PM
17 Feb 2027
Loreto, Mexico
 6:00 AM
18 Feb 2027
Los Islotes, Mexico
 7:00 AM 12:30 PM
19 Feb 2027
La Paz, Mexico
 6:00 PM
20 Feb 2027
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
 7:00 AM

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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Category Twin Per Person Triple Per Person   Single Per Person
Prestige Deck 6
   
Prestige Deck 6 Suite
 
Privilege Suite Deck 5
 
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 
Owner's Suite
 

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In alliance with Smithsonian Journeys.

This cruise is part of a collection of PONANT voyages that are specially-tailored for English-speaking travelers who want to engage with the world. In addition to the usual elements of the PONANT experience, the listed price for these voyages includes transfers to and from the ship, talks and discussions aboard ship by world class experts, and a shore excursion or activity in each port of call that encourages guests to embrace the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells of the local environment and culture.

This 11-day voyage aboard Le Bellot to the peninsula of Baja California and the Sea of Cortez is an extraordinary opportunity to explore a part of the world that Jacques Cousteau famously called “the world’s aquarium.” Few places on earth can rival the abundance and variety of marine life to be found on this itinerary: playful sea lions, dolphins, sea turtles, dozens of different species of fish, and above all, whales. Nor is the rich profusion of species confined to the sea. The ibis, cormorants, and great blue herons that inhabit the dense mangroves of the peninsula’s Pacific Coast, as well as the pelicans, gulls, and boobies living in the Sea of Cortez—all these, and more, make for a birder’s paradise.

Setting sail from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, enjoy a relaxing day at sea as you cruise along the Pacific Coast of the peninsula to reach Bahia Tortugas about halfway between Cabo San Lucas and San Diego. The following morning, a drive across the rugged, arid landscape of the Vizcaino Desert brings you to Guerrero Negro, a breeding area for grey whales, where you will enjoy extraordinary whale watching aboard a local boat. After another day at sea, find yourself in Magdalena Bay, where the morning is spent in search of grey whales, humpbacks, and dolphins, and visiting Bird Island, while the afternoon is devoted to exploring on foot amid the amazing sand dunes of this unbelievably beautiful area.

Rounding the southern tip of the peninsula, Le Bellot enters the Sea of Cortez—the primary object of Cousteau’s fascination—to call at Cabo Pulmo National Park, where you may do some more whale watching (with the possibility of sighting an orca) or snorkel on the park’s extensive reef, estimated to be around 20,000 years old and home to an incredible variety of marine life. Holders of appropriate PADI certification may choose to SCUBA dive here.

Heading north, deeper into the Sea of Cortez, arrive at Loreto Bay, which was christened a National Park in 1996 and designated a UNESCO World Heritage site a decade later. Spend two days here, exploring a region that is home to more than 800 species of marine life. Possible activities include hikes ashore, swimming, snorkeling, and an overnight in port in the charming Mexican town of Loreto. Coronado Island, the focus of the second day in Loreto Bay, is known for its startlingly white beaches and marine-life-rich reefs, where those who snorkel or SCUBA dive encounter colorful parrot fish, angel fish, rainbow wrasses, and puffer fish.

The final two days of your voyage are spent in the area around La Paz, calling first at Pichilingue to spend time at Balandra Beach (“the most beautiful beach of Baja California”). An overnight in port in La Paz is followed by a day exploring the group of islands just north of the city—swimming with sea lions at Los Islotes or taking advantage of more opportunities for snorkeling and SCUBA diving.

Discover through images the scouting of our expert : Baja California, Mexico: the secret gem of the Sea of Cortez

Note: The above is a description of current plans for each day, but as with all cruises, the schedule and order of activities is subject to change depending on weather and sea conditions. The encounters with the wildlife described above illustrate possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed.

Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed staterooms, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 staterooms and suites will offer you a truly unique cruising experience.

As the first ship in a new series that remains true to the Ponant spirit, Le Bellot will embody the unique atmosphere that is the cruise line’s hallmark: a subtle blend of refinement, intimacy and comfort.

Aboard this ship that flies the French flag, you will experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic-chic ambiance with luxury service.

Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Maiden Voyage: July 2020
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 184
  • Crew Nationality: French

Ship Amenities

  • Individual Climate Control
  • Minibar
  • Flat screen television
  • Ipod(TM) players
  • Video on demand
  • In Room Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • 110/220 volts outlet
  • 24 hour room service
  • Internet access wifi

Ship Facilities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Main Lounge
  • Shopping Boutiques
  • Theatre
  • Restaurant
  • Panoramic Lounge
  • Art Gallery / Photo Video
  • Spa
  • Fitness Centre
  • Sun Deck
  • Hydraulic Platform
  • Bar

EXPERIENCE CRUISING ANOTHER WAY, DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF YACHT CRUISES.

Our mission is to transport you to mythical destinations and secret ports only accessible to small capacity ships.

To offer the delights of a French-inspired cuisine in an intimate environment – a discreet service where no attention to detail is spared – and unforgettable moments of relaxation on board elegant yachts of character.

To combine sophistication and conviviality, with priority given to authentic experiences, emotions and the ongoing quest for excellence.

Yacht cruises: more than a cruise, a privilege…

Attentive, professional, discreet and elegant, the fully bilingual service on board will meet your every desire. Our unique atmosphere is filled with a signature sentiment: a warm welcome from an experienced crew who are passionate about what they do, in the tradition of private yachting.

In the dining areas, our gourmet cuisine is worthy of top fine dining restaurants: exquisite wines are available, and menus are created with expertise by our skilled chefs with a French-inspired menu enhanced by specialties from our various ports of call.

Pleasure, enrichment, discovery: relax – we take care of everything…

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