About Baja California Sur
 Baja California Sur is one of the 31 States of Mexico, occupying the
part of the Baja California Peninsula south of the 28th parallel. It is
considered a portion of North America. It is bordered to the north by
the state of Baja California, to the west by the Pacific Ocean, and to
the east by the Gulf of California, also known as the Sea of Cortés.
Click here for maps and photos from Maps-Of-Mexico.com
How do I get there?
Tuition does not include roundtrip airfare to La Paz. Wild Studies'
travel agent will assist you with travel to La Paz, Baja Sur,
Mexico. Typical airfare is about $650 from most departure cities.
Wild Studies will pick you up from the airport and take you to
the hotel on arrival day and transport you to the airport on departure
day.
Where will I stay?
Participants will stay at the Hotel Marina on arrival day and the
night before departure day. While adventuring through Baja we will
set up camp on Espiritu Santo and in vicinity of Fox Canyon.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes! Wild Studies requires each participant show proof of purchase
of a travel insurance policy that covers trip cancellation, missed
connection, trip interruption, trip delay, and emergency medical
evacuation and treatment. Click here
to learn more
 What
type of food will I eat?
Meals will be a mix of local fare such as beans, rice, chicken, pork,
and fish. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided as well as snacks
and plenty of ice water.
How many participants will there be per week?
Group size will be limited to 14 students and their group leader.
Our staff will consist of our program manager, an instructor,
a local guide, and our local kitchen staff.
What type of activates do we do?
Click on the Baja Mexico Activities above for a more compete
schedule. This multi-sport adventure will have participants climbing
through desert canyons and mountainous terrain, exploring rocky
beaches, swimming with sea lions, riding in boats, traversing
the countryside by van, wading in waterfall pools, and interacting
with native people. Be advised caution is required on all activities.
There are no paved walkways here on most of our activities. Rough,
steep, uneven, slippery footing and unpredictable environmental
conditions is the rule rather than the exception.
What should I pack?
Keep it simple. Lightweight tropical clothing and footwear is the norm.
See our complete desert travelers packing list for details.
What type of currency will I need?
Mexican currency is the Peso ($1 US dollar is equal to 10 Mexican
Pesos). US Currency is accepted here. $150- $200 US in small bills
($5, $10, $20) will cover most emergencies (unexpected travel
delays, medical emergencies) and local shopping for souvenirs
and snacks. You can exchange US Dollars for Mexican Pesos at the
international currency exchange at the airport in your departure
city.
What travel documentation will I need?
You will need a passport. Apply at your local courthouse or
post office. Don't wait until the last minute, it does take some
time. They cost $80-100 not including the cost of two head shots
which must be submitted with the application. Be sure to give
your Group Leader (or bring it with you) signed Step 7 of your
online documentation and travel insurance information.
Are vaccinations required?
Vaccines are not required, but check with your physician to
be sure you are up to date on your shots. A tetanus shot is a
good idea. Check with your doctor and check the Center for Disease
Control's website for updates and recommendations.
Will I have access to a telephone?
Telephone and cell phone communication is not possible while we are
out in the field. However, a "we got here" call can be made
from the Hotel Marina in La Paz. As with our other programs, don't panic
if there is no call. If there is a problem, you'll hear about it. No news
is good news, is the rule here.
What is included in the cost?
Ground transportation from La Paz, Baja Sur Mexico. Local transportation,
departure tax, all meals, daily activities, lodging, guide service,
workbook, and program t-shirt.
Tell me about the weather. Will it be hot?
The southern parts of the state have a dry, desert climate. The maximum
temperature exceeds 40ºC (104ºF) in the summer and the minimum
is less than 0ºC (32ºF) in the winter.
Do I have to be an athlete to go on this trip?
No, but You must be in good physical condition as we will be
hiking over rough and steep terrain, in dry and hot conditions.
Are medical facilities nearby?
Depending on our location at the time, a drive to a hospital or medical
clinic in La Paz or Cabo San Lucas may be 2-3 hours. Air evacuation can
be fairly quick due to our proximity to the airport. Medical care can
be significantly delayed.
How safe is this adventure?
No outdoor adventure is safe. This is an eco-adventure educational trip.
Adventure does not come without some risk. This trip is not as safe as
sitting home watching TV or playing with a computer. You are out experiencing
nature and nature can be unpredictable and dangerous. At times, we hike
over slippery, rough uneven terrain; you could slip and be injured. We
climb and scramble along waterfalls; you could fall. Don't we face many
of these same risks every day as we travel, shop, and work around the
house or participate in school activities and athletics? Participants
in this trip, with the training, rules, and procedures we have installed,
have never had an incident more serious than a minor scrape or split toenail.
Please follow our rules and help keep it that way.
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