{"product_id":"la-ventana-ocean-safari-2","title":"La Ventana Ocean Safari - Private Tour Deposit","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmbark on an unforgettable adventure with our La Ventana Ocean Safari, located in the enchanting Sea of Cortez in Baja California Sur, Mexico. This marine haven, often referred to as the \"Aquarium of the World,\" offers a unique opportunity to encounter and interact with a diverse array of marine life rivaling that of the Galapagos islands!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery year, tens of thousands of mobula rays visit the coastlines of the Sea of Cortez, creating one of the most incredible natural spectacles on our planet. While out on the ocean, we’ll also be looking for sea lions, spine tail devil rays, oceanic mantas, pods of dolphins, and many more incredible inhabitants that call these waters home. Each trip will have an expert guide working to teach you about this breathtaking area in the beautiful Sea of Cortez while ensuring everyone’s safety and enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned diver or a first-time snorkeler, our eco-conscious approach ensures a safe and awe-inspiring journey into the heart of one of the world's most biodiverse marine environments. With only 5 to 7 spaces available per trip, you'll enjoy an intimate and personalized experience. Join us for a La Ventana Ocean Safari and witness the wonders of the Sea of Cortez like never before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you can see?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhale Season (December to April):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHumpback Whales:\u003c\/b\u003e Known for their acrobatic displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrey Whales:\u003c\/b\u003e Often seen with their calves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlue Whales:\u003c\/b\u003e The largest animals on the planet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSperm Whales:\u003c\/b\u003e Occasionally spotted in these waters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpring (May to June):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMobula Rays: \u003c\/b\u003eWitness the world’s largest mobula ray migration as thousands of these rays gather in the Sea of Cortez, creating a spectacular natural event.\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummer Months (July to December):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBest Visibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Warm waters and excellent visibility make these months perfect for diving and snorkeling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGiant Oceanic Mantas:\u003c\/b\u003e Graceful and large, often seen gliding through the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear-Round Sightings:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSea Lions:\u003c\/b\u003e Playful and curious, often found lounging on rocky outcrops.\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDolphins:\u003c\/b\u003e Commonly spotted, including the common bottle nose dolphin, spinner dolphins and spotted dolphins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSea Turtles:\u003c\/b\u003e Frequently encountered around coral reefs and sandy bottoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTropical Fish:\u003c\/b\u003e Vibrant and diverse species thrive in the warm waters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMobula Rays:\u003c\/b\u003e Present year-round, with massive schools aggregating from May through June.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrcas: \u003c\/b\u003eEstimated to be in our general area for 10 – 12 days every month with increased activity in June \u0026amp; July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Itinerary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStart Time:\u003c\/b\u003e Meet in La Ventana at 8 AM. (earlier or later upon request)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDuration:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 6 hours, returning around 2 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoute:\u003c\/b\u003e Navigate the channel between La Ventana and Cerralvo Island, exploring the rich marine ecosystems along the way. Your guide will provide insights into the diverse marine life and ensure a safe and informative experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdditional Activities:\u003c\/b\u003e If no large animals are spotted, we can snorkel around the island's coral reefs, where sea turtles and various tropical fish are often seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCaptain \u0026amp; koweldgable certified guide with emergency first response training\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWater \u0026amp; snacks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSnorkeling gear (mask, snorkel \u0026amp; fins)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003ePhotos and videos of your adventure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s not included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e´\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTips for our captains and crew\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e´\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWetsuit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e´\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReef-safe sunscreen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; 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Familiarity with basic snorkeling skills is necessary to ensure safety and enjoyment during the tour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e***Please keep in mind that encountering wild animals does not guarantee swimming with them. It is our priority to create a safe and enjoyable experience for you and for the wildlife. The ocean provides its wonders if and when it chooses to.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll tours are subject to change due to weather conditions. 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