Best of Baja's Whales Islands are prominent jewels along both coast with the majority in the Sea of Cortez. Over 20 pristine islands make up the Midriff island region, with Angel de Guardia, the second largest island in the Sea of Cortez just off shore from La Unica Wilderness Retreat , our showcase vacation destination. We are blessed with deep water upwelling that creates a microclimate that keeps our summertime temperatures much lower than anywhere else in the Sea of Cortez. Between 72F at night and 95F in the daytime. The clear blue waters surrounding La Unica Wilderness Retreat provide one of the most nutrient rich marine environments in the Sea of Cortez and the world.
Nearby islands divert tidal flow, creating a rich mixture of oxygen, salt, water and nutrients.
Common and Bottlenose Dolphins, Elephant seal and California sea lions are found, sometimes in great abundance. Huge pods of friendly dolphins hundreds of yards across or groups dancing in the wake of the boat are not uncommon. California sea lions frequent the Midriff's with a large rookery only 2.4 miles from La Unica. Watching the antics of the sea lions from the boat or kayak is a delight. Or if guests choose, snorkeling with the friendly sea lions with their underwater acrobats is incredible.