Baja Family Multisport
Biking, Hiking & Swimming Along the Pacific & the Sea of Cortez
Baja. Just saying the word makes you feel carefree. Makes you want to devour a fish taco with an ice-cold cerveza. Stick your toes in the sand and then in the sea. Baja. Can you feel the sunshine? The playfulness? The excitement? Brown pelicans dive. Your kids pop up on surfboards. Cacti bloom. Baby turtles hatch. Baja. Such a small word for such an incredible experience.
- Sunny days and perfect temps for active pursuits in laid-back Baja
- Charming Todos Santos, with Colonial architecture and an artsy ambience
- Beautiful rides through arid coastal hills and by the azure Sea of Cortez
- Discover fragile nesting sites of endangered turtles - you may even see hatchlings!
- Hike through wild canyons to a beautiful waterfall
The Day-to-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Charming Todos Santos, with Colonial architecture and art studios aplenty - our local friend reveals his favorite spots 
Watch for sea lions and whales as you hike rugged cliffs along the Pacific.
Day 2 With conservationists, discover fragile nesting sites of endangered turtles - you may even see hatchlings On rolling (and bumpy!) dirt roads, pedal by gorgeous beaches Hang-ten with an optional surf lesson or savor a margarita poolside Adults mingle with a local artist at an exclusive gallery visit while kids prepare Mexican specialties with help from an expert chef.
Day 3 Sunny days and perfect temps for active pursuits in laid-back Baja Watch your step! Things can get prickly at a remarkable cactus sanctuary El Triunfo is full of surprises: ruins of its mining heyday, including creosote-covered smelter pits and 115-foot tall smokestacks, mingle with a handsome mission and rare collection of European pianos Rich desert colors and unique flora line hiking trails in the Sierra Los Chiles Range.
Days 4-5 Beautiful rides through arid coastal hills, then beach time by the Sea of Cortez Opt to kayak or snorkel to get up close with tropical fish and diving pelicans Hike through wild canyons to a stunning waterfall in the remote Sierra de la Laguna Mountains.
Adult Route Rating What's this?
- Premiere Inns: These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.
- Casual Inns: These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the area with such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.
- Deluxe Family Camping: We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.
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Baja Family Multisport
Casual Inns
Hotel California
Todos Santos (2 nights) A 1950s Spanish Colonial-style hotel with vibrant interiors and contemporary works by local artists. (pool)
Hotel Punta Pescadero
Pescadero (2 nights) Perched among palm trees on sandy cliffs overlooking the sparkling Sea of Cortez. (pool)
Baja Family Multisport
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Biking Average | Walking Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 miles | 2-5 miles |
| 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
Kid-Friendly Routes
The route options below are for adults and older kids with more biking experience who are up for longer rides or hikes. For all other kids (and adults who choose), we make it easy to do even less than the shortest option mentioned below, usually by taking a short lift in one of our support vehicles. We are here to make sure everyone has a great time so there's no need for you to worry about whether your child will be able to "keep up."
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
- Hiking 3 miles
- 500 - 1000 foot elevation gain
- Guided Walk 2 hours
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 3 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 3, 9, 19 miles
- 0 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Level 2 1 Route Option Available
- Hiking 4.5 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
- Guided Walk 1 hour
Day 4
- Levels 2 to 4 2 Route Options Available
- Biking 5, 12 miles
- 0 - 800 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 2 to 3 4 Route Options Available
- Biking 5, 7, 13 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
- Walking 1 mile
- 0 - 300 feet elevation gain
Please note: Although the daily mileages are short, the perceived difficulty level of the biking routes will feel greatly increased by the heat and rugged terrain. On this Family Trip, our routes follow terrain with no significant gain or loss in elevation. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.