Ignacio Springs Bed and Breakfast

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Package Tours! We have heard over and over again that there is a lack of organized tours here in our part of the peninsula and have decided to help fill that void. With our past experience in the outfitting business, it is only natural for us to offer this service. We look forward to joining our guests on a lot of excellent adventures!

Package 1: Two Oceans and an Oasis

Living in the center of the peninsula, North and South, East and West, has given us opportunities that we would not have in such close proximity in other parts of the Baja. Come join us in our tour to both oceans and this magnificent oasis! Fly into Loreto where we will meet you and escort you to our accommodations for a 2 night stay. We will explore the city of Loreto and have a nice meal that night and get a good sleep in preparation for a day on the Sea of Cortez the next morning.

A View of the Sea of Cortez on Bahia Concepcion

Using experienced local pangeros, we will visit Isla Coronado for snorkeling, bird watching and whale watching. Depending on the time of year, there are many species of whales who visit the Cortez, including Fin whales, Humpbacks, Blue whales, Pilots and Orcas and occasionally, Sperm whales. Of course the dolphins always like to swim along. If you choose not to go out on the water this day, there is the option of a round of golf at the Nopolo course ( at an additional cost).

From the mesa above San Ignacio, you have great vistas of the mission, the Rio San Ignacio and an opportunity to examine the unique flora of this special part of the Viscaino Biosperical Reserve.

Day three, after breakfast we will begin our 4 hour drive to San Ignacio where we will stop along the beautiful Bahia Concepcion to dip our feet and have a picnic lunch. We will also visit the historic copper mining town of Santa Rosalia.

The spring is a nice little kayak ride away where the water is warm coming out of the ground, good year round swimming!

We will arrive at Ignacio Springs in time to enjoy a swim or a kayak on the river before a great dinner is served under the stars.

Day 4 we will explore the mission and pueblo and relax in front of the river. For those of you not good at relaxing, this day can be used to do a day trip to the cave paintings of the Sierra San Fansisco (at an additional cost).

Days 5 & 6 will be spent on the Pacific Ocean. If you choose your tour to happen from January through April, we will visit the Laguna San Ignacio for Whale watching with the amazing Gray whales, which travel from the Bering Sea each year to mate and give birth in three lagunas on the Pacific coast of Baja. We are very fortunate to have the friendliest whales visit our Laguna. If you are here in the summer, we will visit other spots where we can visit the sea lion colonies, aid in a turtle count, spend a day with a commercial fisherman or sports fish in the abundant waters of the Pacific.

We will spend our final night at the oasis of Ignacio Springs and the morning of day 7 will see us up early to get to the airport for your flights back to the US.

The price per day per person based on double occupancy, is $200 US and includes all meals, accommodations, and transportation. Not included are additional side trips and gratuities. Please phone for available dates in 2008!

Package 2: Cave Painting Tours

Visit the historic rock are of the Sierra San Francisco. Discover the giant murals of an unknown people. These artifacts are believed to be unmatched in the new world and are said to be comparable to the Paleolithic cave paintings of Europe. They are thought to be some of the oldest in the world. We offer 4 day/3 night excursions where you will ride in on mules, your equipment packed on burros, accompanied by registered INAH guides. We will provide camping gear, food, permits and transportation from San Ignacio to the Sierra and back, plus one nights accommodations at Ignacio Springs either at the beginning of your trip, or at the end. You will need to supply your own sleeping mat and bag as well as a flashlight and your personal effects. Cost per person is $195 US per day per person, 4 people minimum.

It takes about 2 hours to drive out to the jumping off point by vehicle. Then comes the job of loading all the gear on the burros and getting the mules saddled up and adjusted for each rider. These photos were taken after the September rains and the desert is very beautiful.

The campsite that we prefer is close to a creek and offers access to several different caves either by hiking or on the mules. There is even a petroglyph close by.

The rewards for your hard work!

Home

Wish you were here?

Ignacio Springs is a Bed & Breakfast that offers unique accommodations in Mongolian style individual yurts in a beautiful palm grove on the banks of the spring fed Rio San Ignacio. This is a true oasis in the middle of the desert offering all the personal touches to make you feel at home. In addition to your great breakfast, there is a small Bistro on site which offers excellent baking as well as assorted beverages, Espresso and cappucino. Home-cooked dinners are available with reservations in advance. We now have Wireless Internet!

We are a full service destination resort where meals are prepared, housekeeping is provided and many excellent recreational activates abound. Within our paradise you can:

v Pick fresh dates from the palms outside your window

v Swim in the sweet water on the private dock

v Fish for tilapia and carp practically from your doorstep

v Several Kayaks and 2 slightly larger boats are provided for you to paddle to the springs where the river starts. The temperature of the water here is good for year round swimming.

v Explore the 18th century aqueduct built by the missionaries to supply water to the town site.

v Excellent bird watching including several different herons, kingfishers, egrets, cormorants, coots, osprey and eagles.

v The Mission is one of the oldest and best maintained in Baja and still offers regular services and has an excellent Museum.

v Take a walk to explore the plaza and the quaint Mexican pueblo. Maps of hiking trails are available.

Local amenities include:

v The Catholic Mission (1726) and its complete museum, located in the town square.

v World class whale watching from Laguna San Ignacio on the Pacific where the friendliest gray whales in Baja come to mate and give birth.

v Blue water angling on either the Sea of Cortez or the Pacific Ocean with local Pangeros.

During your stay with us you can expect to:

v Sleep wonderfully on our comfortable beds

v Enjoy a Canadian style breakfast with homemade fare

v Enjoy our very clean central shower facility with constant hot water and great art work or your own ensuite bathroom in one of the new yurts.

We are extremely close to several popular destinations as well. In a 45 minute drive you can visit the old mining town of Santa Rosalia on the Sea of Cortez and in 1 ½ hours, you can be at the Pacific, either at the Laguna San Ignacio or Punta Abreojos.

Ignacio Springs has become the perfect stopover for those traveling to and from San Jaunico, Los Cabos and the Cape regions. They tell us it is like coming home!

Prices (all prices are in Mexican Pesos and are per night)

Stay 7 nights for the price of 6!

Visa and MasterCard accepted.

All prices are for one or two people and include a full breakfast in the morning as well as the use of the kayaks and boats on the river. All units have air conditioners or evaporative coolers, microwaves or kettles. All units have their own patios and there is a communal use area at the river. Prices do not include the 10% federal tax or the 3 % hospitality tax. A deposit of 50% is required to secure all reservations.

We have 2 16' yurts, one with a king bed and one overlooking the water with a double bed. They both share the central shower and bathroom facility and rent for $565 pesos ($621.50 with tax).

The 24' yurt is very popular for groups that don't want to share beds, or families. This one has a few more amenities and is very comfortable for longer stays. It has a queen bed, a double and a futon that makes into a double as well as space for extra cots. The price is $660 pesos ($745.80). There is an additional person charge.

The palapa casa is right next to the river and has a queen bed, a fire pit and it's own bathroom. The price for this one is $725 ($807.95).

Our 20' yurt has a king bed and a very nice bathroom as well. There is also a futon that can be made into a double if 2 beds are required. The price is $825 ($932.25).

We have a very specail 16' yurt with it's own bathroom and a comfy queen bed that will make you feel like you are in Africa. The price of this one is $770 ($870.10) pesos.

A good budget family option is our small casita which has a queen bed, a double, and microwave. This unit also shares the central bathroom facility. The cost for one or two people is $550 ($621.50).

Fall of 2006 brought about the addition of "La Muralla" to our rental line-up. This is a small house with a little sitting room, a huge bedroom with 2 queen beds and a hide-a-bed, plus a nice bathroom. This one rents for $770 ($870.10) pesos for one or two people.

Latest addition to the rental line-up is our top of the line China Wall yurt. This is a 24' yurt with the bathroom inside, a king bed and nice sitting area, private patio with access to a private beach area. Very cool and confortable! Hot Tub on the patio coming this fall. At this time the rental on this unit is $1000 pesos ($1130 with tax). With hot tub, the price will be $1500 pesos with tax.

For the budget traveler, we have the Back-Packer's Special, a large tent with all the comforts of home. It has a king bed and a twin plus lamp and fan. This unit rents for $250 ($282.50) pesos for one and additional charges for more people.

Additional person charges are as follows: (6 and under are free)

7-12 years are $100 ($113) pesos each.

13 years and over are $150 ($169.50) pesos each.

Cancellation Policy

For reservations made for the months of November through April, July & August, and cancelled more than 30 days prior, a $250 pesos per room fee applies. For reservations cancelled within 30 days prior, you will lose your 50% deposit for the first night. For cancellations 3 days or less prior , the penalty is the full cost of your first night plus your 50% deposit on the balance of your cancelled days, plus tax. Exceptions do apply during holidays, Baja 1000 and whale season.