Explore Baja Like a Scientist

Not at all! Our expeditions are designed for curious travelers of all backgrounds. Our PhD marine biologists guide you step-by-step through every part of the sampling and field microscopy process.

Yes! We have successfully hosted children starting from 9 years old[cite: 1]. Participants under 9 are welcome and require direct adult supervision during water collection and field activities[cite: 1].

Not necessarily! Our standard base rate covers private groups of up to 8 participants. However, smaller parties can join our waitlist or shared departures, and we comfortably accommodate larger groups up to 12[cite: 1].

Depending on your itinerary, you may encounter wild sea lions, whale sharks (seasonal), mobula rays, dolphins, diverse reef fish, and rich bird biodiversity in the protected waters of the Gulf of California.

Bring your swimsuit, towel, comfortable layers (windproof-waterproof jacket during winter), reef-safe sun protection, and natural curiosity. Specific items like gourmet meals, catering options, or extra equipment vary by tour and are detailed in each expedition description.

Not at all! While snorkeling is a popular way to explore on our aquatic tours (like Balandra and Espíritu Santo), it is entirely optional. Water and plankton samples can be collected directly from the vessel or shoreline, making our scientific activities accessible to everyone regardless of whether they choose to enter the water or not[cite: 1].

Using professional-grade portable filtration systems, we filter three 1-liter samples of seawater, and a field negative control on site. The filter captures microscopic traces of environmental DNA (eDNA) shed by marine life.

For our Standard Package, your samples are safely stored for future sequencing. If you choose our Premium Package or join as a Sequencing Angel, your sample goes straight through our complete genomic pipeline, and your discoveries are permanently published under your name in the global GenBank database!