Mobulas Are the Stars, But Baja’s Ocean Is Full of Surprises
Witness the magic of Mobula Rays leaping into the air, but don’t blink—there’s so much more to see. Dive into the heart of Baja’s marine life, where dolphins race through the waves, sea lions playfully join your swim, and whales glide with grace. This isn’t just an expedition—it’s a front-row seat to nature’s greatest show.
Mobula Ray Expedition Features
April to July | 5-6 Days | 6 people
Best in Baja!
Our experience with Freefall academy was amazing, Valentina is very knowledgeable and she has a real passion and respect for the animals and nature.
Highly recommend for all level , you will feel safe and supported.
Tatiana Mendes
What’s Included
5 Day Expedition
Includes:
6 Day Expedition
Includes:
LIMITED Offer
$3050 usd
With added value of:
Frequently Asked Questions
We have a 5 day expedition option and a 6 day expedition option. The only difference is that the 6 day option has an extra water day and an extra night.
Day 1
Arrive and enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel in La Ventana. We’ll provide a safety and logistics briefing to prepare you for the adventure ahead. Dream of swimming with mobulas!
Day 2
Rise early to embark on a thrilling search for mobulas and other wildlife. Spend the day swimming alongside and photographing these magnificent creatures. We’ll take a break for lunch on an uninhabited island, where you can relax and digest before diving back into the action. After freshening up at the hotel, join us for an engaging presentation on mobula ray biology and research.
Day 3 & 4 (&5)
Another early start as we head out to encounter mobulas and other wildlife. Enjoy another day of swimming and photography, with a lunch break on the uninhabited island to unwind before continuing our adventure. After returning to the hotel, you might have time for other activities (depending on the ocean safari each day) followed by dinner.
Day 5/6
Savor breakfast at the hotel before checking out, reflecting on an unforgettable experience filled with ocean adventures!
They’re both designed to experience the magic of Baja’s mobula rays — the difference is in the scale:
- 🐟 Mobula Safari → A day trip (6–8 hours) out at sea. Perfect if you’re short on time but want the thrill of seeing thousands of mobula rays leaping and gliding in the ocean.
- 🌊 Mobula Expedition → A multi-day trip (5–7 days) where we take care of everything. You just show up and dive deep into the experience. With 8–12 hour days on the water, we can travel farther, escape the crowds, and increase chances of rare wildlife encounters beyond mobulas.
✨ Both are unforgettable — it just depends if you prefer a one-day adventure or a week-long immersion.
Included: 4-5 Nights Accommodation (Double Occupancy), Airport Transfers, 3-4 Day Safari, Breakfast; Lunch, Snacks & Beverages on the boat, Marine Biologist Guide, 10% Donated to Conservation, Afternoon Hike. Limited Offer: Free Freediving Workshop (worth $300 usd) and Free Photo/Video Package (worth $400 usd).
Not included: Flights, Dinners, Gratuity (usually 10-20%) and anything not specified.
No certification is required! Our expedition is open to snorkelers and freedivers alike. You’ll be able to enjoy the experience and most of the Mobulas stay very close to the surface. You do need to feel confortable swimming in open water (where you might now see the bottom)
While Mobulas are the main focus, you’ll also have the chance to encounter other marine wildlife during this safari. The most common (that we see almost every day) are Mobulas (Mobula munkiana), Dolphins (Resident bottle nose dolphin pod), Sea turtles and Sea Lions (at their colony called La Reina). Other sightings that we might or might not see every week are: other species of Mobula (there are 5 total), other species of dolphins (bottlenose, common, spinner, pan tropical, Risso’s, Rough toothed), Whales (Blue whale, Fin whale, Humpback whale, Bryde’s whale, Sperm Whale), Orcas, Pilot Whales, False killer whales, Whale shark, Mola mola, 4 species of Sea turtles and more! This is a list of all the species we have seen during the season, it doesn’t mean that you will see them all in one week. This is the menu and each week carries a new surprise.
The Mobula season runs from April 15th to June 30th. During this time, we witness the largest schools of Mobulas in the world, making it the best time for encounters.
Yes, it is possible to see orcas during your expedition, as they use these waters for feeding, socializing, resting, and breeding. However, it’s important to note that orcas are highly mobile creatures that travel long distances daily, so we cannot guarantee sightings. Each year, our experienced captains gain a better understanding of their patterns, and sightings have become more frequent due to an increase in their presence in the area for safari experiences. However we don’t see them every day or very week.
Yes! We offer private expeditions with flexible schedules and personalized itineraries. Contact us for details on tailoring your own custom Mobula Ray experience.
Bring a wetsuit (mostly to protect from sun and the occasional jellyfish – 3mm is a good option), mask, snorkel, long freediving fins are better for swimming faster, reef safe sunscreen, casual clothes for the afternoon (warm weather), light sweater for the night, hiking shoes and clothes, camera, cash for souvenirs and tips. Make sure you bring sun protection: buff, hat, rash guard, some people even bring leggings or body suit.
All Mexicans with an INE have a 10% discount on every course, tour and expedition on the website. To make the discount valid you have to pay through Retiro sin tarjeta and send us a code.
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