As all mornings tend to begin within the Sea of Cortez, our day began with sunshine and promise. Setting anchor off San Marcos Island, our guests made their way to the shore to explore the small town set up to support the gypsum mining operation that brings historic industry to the location. Upon the beach some went for a swim, while others set off in kayaks and Zodiacs in search of the surrounding wildlife.
After lunch we set off for another landmark of history along the Baja California peninsula, the town of Santa Rosalia – a place made famous by the French copper mining that took place in the earlier parts of the twentieth century. While Santa Rosalia is a major port for squid fisherman today, remnants of the equipment still dot the town allowing guests to walk amidst them. Scattering through the town, our guests visited the famous French bakery, as well the church in the center of town rumored to have been designed by the same man responsible for the Eiffel Tower. Though the town is by no means set up for tourists, this allows an authentic experience of a working Mexican town. Taking in the sights, our guests ended the day atop the hillside with fresh guacamole, margaritas and a magnificent view of the sea awaiting our return.
