Bah a Coyote, a bay within a bay within the Sea of Cortez just a few miles south of the coastal town of Muleg , represents everything that distinguishes Baja Sur from anywhere else in Mexico. Its desert oasis, subtropical fauna, and warm, quiet waters swirling around a chain of islands make for a getaway all its own.
People come here for some of the best kayaking in the world.
As a bonus, unlike the Cortez and Pacific, Concepci n is protected from winds most of the year. So we set out to kayak, snorkel, wander, and bird-watch all of the eight islets that litter Bah a Coyote. Kayaking between these islands to find the best spots is easy enough. Although winds can pick up in the afternoon, each island is only separated by a mile or two, and the sea is usually flat in the morning. We stopped at Isla Guapa, whose scant vegetation gives it an ominous look, for a close sighting of rare birds osprey and blue-footed boobies.