This boutique Baja hotel, with ocean views in every room, is set within the desert oasis of Todos Santos. Completely enveloped in nature, with private nooks and crannies throughout the property, this is a perfect place to find retreat while on adventure in Baja California Sur.
Seas & Sierra: Glamping Baja California Sur
Experience the best of glamping Baja California Sur, from a secluded seaside camp on a quiet island, to bright casitas in an artistic town and a tented mountainside retreat. Meet excellent naturalist guides, hospitable rancheros, local chefs and more along the way.
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Explore two of Baja California’s most beautiful nature reserves—Isla Espiritu Santo in the Sea of Cortez and the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve in the mountains—plus the artistic town of Todos Santos on this luxury three-property Baja land tour. Highlights include hiking in the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve, birding, Mexican cooking classes, swimming with sea lions and whale sharks, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling in the Sea of Cortez.
This glamping Baja adventure is a wonderful getaway for those who want to explore, relax and learn about the local wildlife and culture, all in a very small group setting. While at the luxury tent camps, guests can choose which activities suit them best for each day. With the variety of adventure and relaxation opportunities from exclusive properties that feel all your own, this trip is perfect for couples, groups of friends and multi-generational families. Trips conveniently operate round-trip from the airport in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico.
At luxury tent camps Camp Cecil de la Isla and Camp Cecil de la Sierra, experience Baja Sur’s pristine wilderness while also enjoying the comfort of camping with real beds, soft linens, lovely furnishings, chef-prepared meals and daily happy hour. Also spend time at boutique hotel Los Colibris Casitas in Todos Santos to add more of the adventures that Baja is famous for—swimming with whale sharks and Mexican cooking classes.
Read on for details about this trip, or learn more about AdventureSmith’s Baja vacations.
Remote Luxury in Baja California Sur Itinerary
San Jose del Cabo & Transfer to Todos SantosSan Jose del Cabo & Depart
Enjoy artsy Todos Santos from a boutique hotel, plus luxury tent camping Baja in the rugged Sierra de la Laguna and remote beaches of Isla Espiritu Santo, on this intimate land tour that operates round-trip from the airport in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico.
Arrive at the airport in San Jose del Cabo, be met by the guides and transferred to Todos Santos, about a 90-minute drive. Upon arrival, get settled into a lovely room with beautiful ocean views. This evening local lawyer turned chef Iker Algorri, author of Cooking Adventures in Baja California Sur and chef-in-residence at Los Colibris Casitas, will lead a wonderful Mexican Survival Cooking Class. The emphasis is on having as much fun as humanly possible, learning to make the perfect margarita, and gaining the skill to make some truly memorable Mexican dishes following Chef Iker’s cooking philosophy, the Magnificence of Simplicity. You’ll also probably learn about some great Latin music you’ve never heard before. But be warned – dancing often known to follow. Overnight at Los Colibris with an ocean lullaby.
After breakfast, gear up with snorkeling gear and wet suits, then it’s on to the boats and out into the Sea of Cortez! Camp Cecil is on Isla Espiritu Santo which is in a National Marine Park, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is one of the best marine life viewing destinations in the world. Whales, dolphins, whale sharks, sea turtles, manta rays and plenty of beautiful tropical fish call the surrounding waters home, while a terrific range of bird species including blue-footed boobies, reddish egrets, great blue herons and yellow-footed gulls frequent the island’s skies and shores.
The island itself is stunning, with magnificent towering cliffs, spectacular sandy bays, amazing lava rock formations, and rock art left by the now-extinct Guaycura and Pericu Indians. There’s even an endemic ring-tailed cat, the babisuri. It’s a remarkable place to explore. Spend the days doing exactly what pleases you—kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, swimming with sea lions, stand-up paddleboarding, bird watching, and exploring hidden lagoons and desert beaches. Hanging around doing nothing, reading trashy novels and sipping margaritas also highly encouraged.
Who know what adventures the day may bring. Perhaps paddleboard with sea turtles or snorkel with sea lions, maybe spot some whales, or dance with some blue-footed boobies. Whatever surprises the day may hold, it will also surely include magnificent food and drink.
One last day of island bliss as Espiritu Santo is yours to explore. Choose to kayak, paddleboard, hike or snorkel with the knowledgeable guides to view Espiritu Santo birds/boobies. Hanging around doing nothing, reading novels and sipping margaritas is also an option.
Today, return from Camp Cecil for one of the most exciting adventures yet—swimming with the whale sharks, so named because at up to 59 feet and 15 tons they are definitely a whale of a shark. In fact, they are the largest fish in the world. Thankfully these gentle giants are only interested in plankton. These gentle giants feed on plankton in the Bay of La Paz (so all human flesh is safe), and it is here that we have the remarkable experience of observing and swimming with them. After lunch by the seaside, we’ll have the afternoon free to explore the town and maybe do some birding as well. Enjoy dinner at a great local restaurant.
Today, head into the rugged mountains, to Camp Cecil de la Sierra within the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve. It is the sister property of award-winning Camp Cecil de la Isla. Camp Cecil de la Sierra is on the property of a local ranching family, and the camp highlights both the cultural and natural heritage of the Sierras. The family is an integral part of the experience, providing most of the meat, cheese, and produce for the camp, as well as conducting workshops in tortilla making and leather working.
The Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve is one of Baja´s most beautiful but least explored areas. Part of an island off the coast of Baja 10 million years ago, the Reserve is one of the most biodiverse areas in the world. Reflecting it’s long history of island isolation, almost 25% of plants and 10% of animals found in the Reserve are endemic to the area, i.e, they are not found anywhere else on the planet. Activities at the camp include beautiful hikes in the reserve, swim in watering holes and picnic by waterfalls. There is fantastic birding in the early mornings, amazing star gazing at night, and plenty of opportunities to interact with the ranch family and work with them making cheese, tortillas and other products in the traditional manner. You can also just hang out in the shade of the trees and enjoy the books in the library, perhaps while sipping a margarita.
Perhaps start the day with some birding around camp early in the morning, enjoy an amazing ranch breakfast, then head out for a great hike through the mountains, taking in some spectacular views. Return to enjoy happy hour in the huerta, then a great ranch dinner prepared by the chef. And for those awake late enough, enjoy the stars in the clear mountain air to top off a magnificent day.
After one last amazing ranch breakfast, transfer to the airport, your cruise embarkation point, or extend your stay.
Included
All transportation including round-trip airport transfer, all accommodations in hotels and camps, all meals from welcome dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on final day, daily happy hour and two drinks with dinner at each tent camp property, drinks at welcome dinner and cooking class, adventures and related equipment, bilingual naturalist guide/certified Wilderness First-Aid Responder, and entrance fees and permits.
Exclusions
International airfare, travel insurance and insurance of any kind, gratuities and any meal or activity not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
Payment & Cancellation
In order to confirm this trip, a deposit of 50% of the total trip cost is required per person at the time of booking. The balance of the trip price is due 60 days before the departure date. Special holiday payment and cancellation terms may apply. Guests who must cancel their trip for any reason must do so in writing. Standard cancellations are subject to the following per-person penalties, based on number of days prior to departure:
Up to 90 days – $100 admin fee
89 to 60 days – 50% of total trip cost
59 to 0 days – 100% of total trip cost
Terms & Conditions
This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A Traveler Information Form, which includes a release of liability, must be completed and signed by all travelers. Your Adventure Specialist will send you a unique link to complete this form along with a packing list and extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information upon booking confirmation.
Arrival & Departure
Seas & Sierra: Glamping Baja California Sur begins and ends in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico (SJD). Plan flights to arrive anytime on Day 1 and to depart in the afternoon on Day 8 of the outlined itinerary. Airport transfers are included to and from San Jose del Cabo airport. If you would like assistance with international flights, please visit our Booking Flights resource page.
Activities
Whether you are looking for light activity options or more challenging outdoor pursuits, the staff can tailor most excursions to suit your skill level. Adventure activities may include hiking, ranch tours, cooking classes, bird watching and wildlife observation, horseback riding, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, surfing, beach time, snorkeling and swimming. Snorkel gear and wetsuit are provided.
Room Configuration
Each tent can be configured with one king bed or two twin beds. At Camp Cecil, additional cots can be provided for families. Accommodations (hotels, tents) are based on double occupancy. Single travelers wishing to book a double occupancy room may do so by paying a single supplement (inquire for details) in addition to the per-person listed rate upon availability. There is an option to share accommodations, if a roommate of the same gender is found. If there is no one available to share, you are required to pay the single supplement fee. This fee varies by trip.
Families & Children
Children 12 and younger sharing room with parents receive discounted pricing. Call AdventureSmith for details.
Travel Insurance
Protect your travel investment with insurance. Our partners at Travelex Insurance offer a variety of plans and policies to fit every trip and budget. For best value and coverage for pre-existing medical conditions, consider purchasing a policy at time of booking. Learn more about travel insurance or get a free quote.
Itinerary Notes
Use the itinerary as a guide only. Itineraries may be altered due to weather, wildlife, national park regulation or at the guides’ discretion. The ability to be flexible makes this type of adventure travel unique.
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The boutique Baja hotel Los Colibris is the perfect place to relax into the iconic Baja California ambiance. Full of vibrant color, unique local art, desert vibes and connection to the local environment, this Baja hotel offers it all. And Todos Santos is the ideal desert oasis to play host, as this small vibrant town resides in an unusually lush area of the peninsula. This convenient yet private Baja hotel is just a 5-minute drive into town with restaurants, shopping and art galleries and 10-minute walk to 70 miles of pristine beach.
Los Colibris Casitas Review
AdventureSmith Explorations’ Los Colibris Casitas review includes a detailed description and photo gallery. Our adventure travel experts can help compare Los Colibris Casitas with other adventure lodging and Baja vacations.
Choose Los Colibris for a stylish, classy hotel built for and by nature lovers, with ocean views in every room. Comfortably enveloped by nature with ocean views and lush landscaping, Los Colibris is the perfect place to relax after a day adventuring. 150 bird species have been recorded around Los Colibris, including many endemic species. Hummingbirds are popular around the property as they are the resort’s namesake. Every room offers views of palm groves, a freshwater estuary and the Pacific Ocean where whales and manta rays are heard and seen right from bed and guests are lured into sleep by the ocean waves.
Todos Santos is known for being a green oasis in the desert, but what really makes this small town unique is its ability to attract various artists coming from all over Mexico and internationally. This specific element is felt throughout the Los Colibris property as various local artists are featured in rooms, common spaces and the landscaping, making this Baja hotel truly like none other. This Baja boutique hotel is a perfect place to find retreat while on adventures in Baja California Sur.
Amenities at Los Colibris Casitas
The ocean-view pool and hot tub area is equipped with intimate tables and chairs on various gardened terraces offering varying levels to take in the view. Stunning views of the property and ocean are available on the beautiful yoga platform at the highest point on the property. Yoga mats are available, and classes can be arranged in advanced. Massages are also offered, in your room or on a secluded rooftop terrace.
Dining at Los Colibris Casitas
Los Colibris is home to the Iker’s Colibris Café, featuring Chef Iker Algorri, author of Cooking Adventures in Baja California Sur. Breakfast includes a delicious mix of Mexican breakfast specialties and gringo favorites, including plenty of healthy fare and fresh local fruit. All juices and salsas are made fresh on the property. Picnic lunches can be available by request to take on adventures or to be enjoyed by the pool. Dinners for groups can be arranged. Cooking classes are also taught by Chef Iker Algorri.
Activities at Los Colibris Casitas
Various activity options are available, right from the property. Los Colibris Casitas are located along popular surf swells, with beaches for both beginner and advanced surfers. Guests can enjoy birding and whale watching on site. And opportunities including hiking, horseback riding and fishing with locals can all be easily arranged.
Accommodations at Los Colibris Casitas
Each of the 22 total rooms, comprised of casas and casitas, have magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean, a freshwater estuary and a palm grove oasis to the front, and the Sierra de la Laguna mountains to the side and back. Los Colibris has various accommodation styles, each with full bathrooms. WiFi is available in every room. Each option below offers air conditioning, ceiling fans, beach towels, a hair dryer, soap and shampoo, small refrigerator, coffee maker with Mexican coffee and original artwork.
Babisuri House Suites
Babisuri House is a beautiful, spacious dwelling with rammed earth walls, cactus rooftop garden, magnificent views, high ceilings, large terrace, and wheelchair accessibility. A compound, comprised of three large rooms, each with a separate entrance, that can be rented together as one house, or individually. The two bedrooms have a sitting area, sleeping area and large bathroom with an accessible shower. The sleeping area can be configured with one king bed or two twin beds, and the sitting area can be configured with a couch or one or two twin beds. The third room has a full kitchen, large dining area, full bathroom, and the living area of this room can be configured with a couch and chairs or up to three extra beds. Amenities include microwave, coffee maker, USB charging port and beach umbrella. The pool, hot tub and Iker's Colibris Cafe are all easily accessible from Babisuri House.
Casa Colibris
Casa Colibris has two beautifully decorated bedrooms, a large eat-in kitchen with all amenities, roof-top terrace, playroom, a wide veranda, outdoor gas grill and private parking. Each bedroom has a private balcony or porch, safe, iPod player/charger, CD player and selection of CDs. The playroom features a home movie theater with large screen, projector, DVD player and over 500 DVDs. It also has a computer with internet access and a good collection of books, cards, and board games. Casa Colibris is comprised of two structures linked by patios and garden. Each room opens to the outside with private entrances.
Casa Colina
Casa Colina features two beautiful, spacious bedrooms, each with a balcony or porch and king-sized bed. There is a full kitchen with all amenities including stove, oven, microwave oven and blender, as well as a full complement of pots and pans and cooking/serving/dining utensils. There are dining tables and chairs for both inside and outside dining, an iPod player/charger, and a CD player with a selection of CDs. The cozy living room opens onto the front and side porches surrounded by lovely gardens. There are deck chairs for both the upper and lower balconies/porches and has a private drive with parking.
La Chucha Casita
La Chucha has a beautiful spacious bedroom, private roof-top terrace and veranda and iPod player/charger. This casita has a microwave oven, toaster, dishes and cutlery. Dining areas ensuite, on front patio and on the roof-top terrace. La Chucha can be configured with either a king bed or two twin beds with beautiful Mexican bedspreads and comfortable soft linens.
Mr. Bing’s Place
Mr. Bing's Place is a charming, cozy casita that features a small, colorful bedroom with a queen-sized bed, and a spacious dining/living area with kitchenette and futon sofa (can sleep extra person). It has a large patio with absolutely stunning views of the ocean. The kitchenette has dining table/chairs, stove, microwave oven, and key appliances such as toaster, blender and, as well as a full complement of pots and pans and cooking/serving/dining utensils. There is a small gas grill on the patio.
Award-winning Camp Cecil de la Isla is located on the pristine and wildly beautiful Isla Espiritu Santo, part of a National Marine Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. A one-hour drive and short boat ride from Todos Santos connects to this unique glamping camp that creates a new meaning of beachfront, as the 8 tents sit right in the sand. Guests awaken to the glowing ocean right from their tent. The widely acclaimed Camp Cecil de la Isla has been featured in National Geographic, the London Times, Conde Nast Traveler, Coastal Living, Outside Magazine, Everett Potter's Travel Report and Sunset Magazine. The Espiritu Santo Island is located off the southern Baja port town of La Paz.
Camp Cecil de la Isla Review
AdventureSmith Explorations’ Camp Cecil de la Isla review includes a detailed description, photo gallery. and video. Our adventure travel experts can help compare Camp Cecil de la Isla with other adventure lodging and Baja vacations.
Choose Camp Cecil de la Isla for a unique adventure lodge with remote Baja camping accommodation for a fun, nature-immersed and relaxing vacation. Camp Cecil de la Isla is great for couples, groups of friends and multi-generational families. With a range of activities to appeal to varied interests, everyone is happy, even those who just want to spend the day in a comfortable chair with a good book.
Camp Cecil de la Isla is located on the amazing Isla Espiritu Santo, one of the 900 islands in the Espiritu Santo Archipelago that are part of the Gulf of California Islands. These islands are part of the Flora and Fauna Protected Area established in 1978. In 2005, Espiritu Santo and 244 other islands in the Sea of Cortez were named a UNESCO World Heritage site. This protected area provides vast exploration opportunities right from Camp Cecil de la Isla.
The Sea of Cortez is home to 39% of the world’s total marine mammal species, a third of the world’s marine cetacean species and 891 fish species. This abundance of fish life draws many species of birds. Near Camp Cecil de la Isla there are rookeries for blue-footed boobies and there is also a magnificent frigatebird colony just a couple of bays down from the camp. Watching the males with their large red throat pouches and the family groups living in the mangroves is quite incredible.
Sustainability at Camp Cecil de la Isla
Due to the nature of this remote seasonal camp that's broken down and packed up each year, electricity is provided entirely by solar power. Even the bagged solar showers offer water warmed by the sun. Enjoy the serenity provided by silent solar panels rather than generators—punctuated daily by blenders preparing the evening's cocktail of the day. Clean composting toilets add to the efforts to keep the island and beach pristine.
Dining at Camp Cecil de la Isla
Espiritu Xantus Cafe is where the onsite chef makes wonderful meals every day—and offers daily happy hour. Meals start with lunch on the first day at Camp Cecil de la Isla and go through lunch on the final day before the return to La Paz. Meals are all prepared fresh on the island and include delicious, fresh and healthy choices starting with cold breakfast and coffee, followed by hot breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner. Daily selections often feature freshly caught fish from longtime local fishermen. The comfortable Espiritu Xantus Cafe is located in a large dining tent with tables, chairs and lounging sofas where each night guests can enjoy watching brown pelicans, yellow-footed gulls, caspian terns, Franklin’s gulls, Bonaparte’s Gulls, least terns, herring gulls and snowy plovers score their own suppers.
Accommodations at Camp Cecil de la Isla
The camp includes 8 tents that have air beds, comfortable linens, chairs outside, a beach mat entryway, storage, and towels for beach and bath. Each tent can have either one king bed or two twin beds. The housekeeping staff cleans the tents and makes the beds each day. Two sun showers and two compost toilet cabañas complete the camp.
Award-winning Camp Cecil de la Isla is located on the pristine and wildly beautiful Isla Espiritu Santo, part of a National Marine Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. A one-hour drive and short boat ride from Todos Santos connects to this unique glamping camp that creates a new meaning of beachfront, as the 8 tents sit right in the sand. Guests awaken to the glowing ocean right from their tent. The widely acclaimed Camp Cecil de la Isla has been featured in National Geographic, the London Times, Conde Nast Traveler, Coastal Living, Outside Magazine, Everett Potter's Travel Report and Sunset Magazine. The Espiritu Santo Island is located off the southern Baja port town of La Paz.
Camp Cecil de la Isla Review
AdventureSmith Explorations’ Camp Cecil de la Isla review includes a detailed description, photo gallery. and video. Our adventure travel experts can help compare Camp Cecil de la Isla with other adventure lodging and Baja vacations.
Choose Camp Cecil de la Isla for a unique adventure lodge with remote Baja camping accommodation for a fun, nature-immersed and relaxing vacation. Camp Cecil de la Isla is great for couples, groups of friends and multi-generational families. With a range of activities to appeal to varied interests, everyone is happy, even those who just want to spend the day in a comfortable chair with a good book.
Camp Cecil de la Isla is located on the amazing Isla Espiritu Santo, one of the 900 islands in the Espiritu Santo Archipelago that are part of the Gulf of California Islands. These islands are part of the Flora and Fauna Protected Area established in 1978. In 2005, Espiritu Santo and 244 other islands in the Sea of Cortez were named a UNESCO World Heritage site. This protected area provides vast exploration opportunities right from Camp Cecil de la Isla.
The Sea of Cortez is home to 39% of the world’s total marine mammal species, a third of the world’s marine cetacean species and 891 fish species. This abundance of fish life draws many species of birds. Near Camp Cecil de la Isla there are rookeries for blue-footed boobies and there is also a magnificent frigatebird colony just a couple of bays down from the camp. Watching the males with their large red throat pouches and the family groups living in the mangroves is quite incredible.
Sustainability at Camp Cecil de la Isla
Due to the nature of this remote seasonal camp that's broken down and packed up each year, electricity is provided entirely by solar power. Even the bagged solar showers offer water warmed by the sun. Enjoy the serenity provided by silent solar panels rather than generators—punctuated daily by blenders preparing the evening's cocktail of the day. Clean composting toilets add to the efforts to keep the island and beach pristine.
Dining at Camp Cecil de la Isla
Espiritu Xantus Cafe is where the onsite chef makes wonderful meals every day—and offers daily happy hour. Meals start with lunch on the first day at Camp Cecil de la Isla and go through lunch on the final day before the return to La Paz. Meals are all prepared fresh on the island and include delicious, fresh and healthy choices starting with cold breakfast and coffee, followed by hot breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner. Daily selections often feature freshly caught fish from longtime local fishermen. The comfortable Espiritu Xantus Cafe is located in a large dining tent with tables, chairs and lounging sofas where each night guests can enjoy watching brown pelicans, yellow-footed gulls, caspian terns, Franklin’s gulls, Bonaparte’s Gulls, least terns, herring gulls and snowy plovers score their own suppers.
Accommodations at Camp Cecil de la Isla
The camp includes 8 tents that have air beds, comfortable linens, chairs outside, a beach mat entryway, storage, and towels for beach and bath. Each tent can have either one king bed or two twin beds. The housekeeping staff cleans the tents and makes the beds each day. Two sun showers and two compost toilet cabañas complete the camp.
Luxury tented Camp Cecil de la Sierra, sister camp to Camp Cecil, offers eight double occupancy tents set along the mountains that form the spine of the Baja peninsula. This Baja glamping camp is conveniently located nearby to Todos Santos, yet feels far away from it all due to its setting in the serene Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve. Its location, in the canyonlands on the land of a local ranching family, highlights both the cultural and natural heritage of the Sierras. Experience Baja Sur's pristine wilderness while also enjoying the luxury of glamping in Baja California with real beds, soft linens, lovely furnishings, chef-prepared meals and daily happy hour.
Camp Cecil de la Sierra Review
AdventureSmith Explorations’ Camp Cecil de la Sierra review includes a detailed description and photo gallery. Our adventure travel experts can help compare Camp Cecil de la Sierra with other adventure lodging and Baja vacations.
Choose Camp Cecil de la Sierra for a unique adventure lodge that offers plush Baja glamping accommodations in an intimate 16-guest setting. Camp Cecil de la Sierra is great for couples, groups of friends and multi-generational families, as well as those who normally don't like camping as the tents are furnished with comfortable beds, beautiful furniture and decor. Catch a glimpse of true ranchero culture, become part of the family that plays host and immerse in the camp's privileged location within a wildlife-rich environment.
The Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve is one of Baja's most beautiful but least explored areas. Part of an island 10 million years ago, the reserve still retains that sense of island isolation. The Biosphere Reserve has an extremely high rate of endemism among its over 875 species of flora and fauna, offering guests opportunities to glimpse wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. The ranchero culture of Baja California Sur is quite distinct, with an egalitarian culture that values skill, hard work, family and hospitality, and on the ranch where this Baja glamping camp is located, those qualities are on full display.
Activities at Camp Cecil de la Sierra
There are many wonderful hikes from Camp Cecil de la Sierra, some that provide dramatic views out to the Pacific Ocean, some to delightful springs and waterfalls for swimming, some that provide a vigorous workout and some that allow for a slower pace to enjoy the plants and birds. Over 430 bird species have been spotted in Baja California Sur, and it is home to six endemic species as well. At Camp Cecil de la Sierra, early morning is generally the best time to get out and connect with the region's feathered friends. Birders often see a wonderful array of birdlife in the reserve, including the endemic cape pygmy owl, Xantus's hummingbird and Belding's yellowthroat. On all outings, be accompanied by a bilingual naturalist guide certified as a Wilderness First Responder and in Leave No Trace ethics.
On site at the ranch, workshops are offered based around guests' interests, such as leather working and making many food items in the traditional manner including candy, tortillas, tamales and empanadas. A library invites guests to relax among nature. Finally, Camp Cecil de la Sierra is in a completely remote, secluded area of the mountains with no light pollution so the star gazing is sensational.
Dining at Camp Cecil de la Sierra
Sierra Xantus Cafe is centered around a traditional, wood-fired brick stove built in the style favored by Baja California ranching families for generations. Here the hosts cook up amazing meals using fresh produce from the camp's garden plus regional meats and cheeses provided by local ranching families. Home made tortillas made right on the spot are a staple at all meals. All meals from lunch on the first day through breakfast on the final day are included—daily happy hour too! Consider touring the garden to learn more about what's harvested plus the camp's composting and recycling programs.
Accommodations at Camp Cecil de la Sierra
Camp Cecil de la Sierra features eight beautifully decorated walk-in tents, each 12'x16' with a real bed, lovely linens, bedside tables, lanterns, towels, yoga mats, fans, storage space, rugs, chairs, rocking chairs and a compost toilet cabaña. Cots are available for additional guests. The headboards, tables, cabinets and rocking chairs are all handcrafted by a local carpenter using regionally sourced wood. Tents can have either one king bed or two twin beds. There is a shared shower cabaña featuring a hotel-quality solar-heated shower with plenty of hot water and good pressure for each guest's use, as well as a hand washing station.
Luxury tented Camp Cecil de la Sierra, sister camp to Camp Cecil, offers eight double occupancy tents set along the mountains that form the spine of the Baja peninsula. This Baja glamping camp is conveniently located nearby to Todos Santos, yet feels far away from it all due to its setting in the serene Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve. Its location, in the canyonlands on the land of a local ranching family, highlights both the cultural and natural heritage of the Sierras. Experience Baja Sur's pristine wilderness while also enjoying the luxury of glamping in Baja California with real beds, soft linens, lovely furnishings, chef-prepared meals and daily happy hour.
Camp Cecil de la Sierra Review
AdventureSmith Explorations’ Camp Cecil de la Sierra review includes a detailed description and photo gallery. Our adventure travel experts can help compare Camp Cecil de la Sierra with other adventure lodging and Baja vacations.
Choose Camp Cecil de la Sierra for a unique adventure lodge that offers plush Baja glamping accommodations in an intimate 16-guest setting. Camp Cecil de la Sierra is great for couples, groups of friends and multi-generational families, as well as those who normally don't like camping as the tents are furnished with comfortable beds, beautiful furniture and decor. Catch a glimpse of true ranchero culture, become part of the family that plays host and immerse in the camp's privileged location within a wildlife-rich environment.
The Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve is one of Baja's most beautiful but least explored areas. Part of an island 10 million years ago, the reserve still retains that sense of island isolation. The Biosphere Reserve has an extremely high rate of endemism among its over 875 species of flora and fauna, offering guests opportunities to glimpse wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. The ranchero culture of Baja California Sur is quite distinct, with an egalitarian culture that values skill, hard work, family and hospitality, and on the ranch where this Baja glamping camp is located, those qualities are on full display.
Activities at Camp Cecil de la Sierra
There are many wonderful hikes from Camp Cecil de la Sierra, some that provide dramatic views out to the Pacific Ocean, some to delightful springs and waterfalls for swimming, some that provide a vigorous workout and some that allow for a slower pace to enjoy the plants and birds. Over 430 bird species have been spotted in Baja California Sur, and it is home to six endemic species as well. At Camp Cecil de la Sierra, early morning is generally the best time to get out and connect with the region's feathered friends. Birders often see a wonderful array of birdlife in the reserve, including the endemic cape pygmy owl, Xantus's hummingbird and Belding's yellowthroat. On all outings, be accompanied by a bilingual naturalist guide certified as a Wilderness First Responder and in Leave No Trace ethics.
On site at the ranch, workshops are offered based around guests' interests, such as leather working and making many food items in the traditional manner including candy, tortillas, tamales and empanadas. A library invites guests to relax among nature. Finally, Camp Cecil de la Sierra is in a completely remote, secluded area of the mountains with no light pollution so the star gazing is sensational.
Dining at Camp Cecil de la Sierra
Sierra Xantus Cafe is centered around a traditional, wood-fired brick stove built in the style favored by Baja California ranching families for generations. Here the hosts cook up amazing meals using fresh produce from the camp's garden plus regional meats and cheeses provided by local ranching families. Home made tortillas made right on the spot are a staple at all meals. All meals from lunch on the first day through breakfast on the final day are included—daily happy hour too! Consider touring the garden to learn more about what's harvested plus the camp's composting and recycling programs.
Accommodations at Camp Cecil de la Sierra
Camp Cecil de la Sierra features eight beautifully decorated walk-in tents, each 12'x16' with a real bed, lovely linens, bedside tables, lanterns, towels, yoga mats, fans, storage space, rugs, chairs, rocking chairs and a compost toilet cabaña. Cots are available for additional guests. The headboards, tables, cabinets and rocking chairs are all handcrafted by a local carpenter using regionally sourced wood. Tents can have either one king bed or two twin beds. There is a shared shower cabaña featuring a hotel-quality solar-heated shower with plenty of hot water and good pressure for each guest's use, as well as a hand washing station.
Learn About the Lodges & Hotel on Your Itinerary
Award-winning Camp Cecil de la Isla, located on UNESCO World Heritage Site Isla Espiritu Santo, is a unique glamping camp with oceanside tents—the perfect setting for customizable daily activities including kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, swimming, relaxing and bird watching.
Camp Cecil de la Sierra, located nearby to Todos Santos, in the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve, is a unique glamping camp with 8 luxury tents from which to enjoy customizable daily activities including hiking, swimming, birding, stargazing and ranch skills workshops.
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Westward Voyages in the Sea of Cortez
Expedition via historic yacht & beach camp with whale lagoon options
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Baja California: Among The Great Whales
Encounter gray whales up close in Baja lagoons with Nat Geo
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Baja California’s Whales & Sealife
Active Baja expedition with whale watching, snorkeling & desert island exploration
Planning Your Trip to Baja
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Best Time To Visit Baja
When is the best time to visit Baja? Consult this month-by-month guide for travel planning tips on the many Baja seasons for gray whales, whale sharks, mobula rays, enjoyable Baja weather and more.
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How to Choose Your Baja Cruise
Small ship cruises to Baja California and the Sea of Cortez offer nature, adventure and wildlife right in our own backyard. We have created this Baja cruising guide to help you select the trip and ship that are best for your interests, ability and budget.
Additional Travel Options Before or After Your Land Tour
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Baja Intimate Insider
Insider experience featuring local culture, surfing, hiking, beaches & coastal exploration
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Discovering Channel Islands National Park
Active, time-efficient island adventure with kayaking & hiking
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