Trip Report: Mexico - Baja & Socorro
Our recent expedition through Baja, the Sea of Cortez, San Ignacio, and the Revillagigedo Islands was nothing short of extraordinary — a true celebration of wild places and incredible marine life. From close encounters with majestic gray whales to thrilling dives with giant mantas, countless shark species and playful dolphins, every moment was pure magic.
We’re excited to share the journey with you through our video postcards — highlight reels capturing the heart and soul of this unforgettable adventure.
We are planning a return expedition to Mexico in 2028!
Relive the magic of our Sea of Cortez Pre-Extension
From snorkelling with playful sea lions and diving Cabo Pulmo’s vibrant reefs to witnessing hundreds of Mobula rays soar through the sea, our recent Mexico pre-extension was packed with unforgettable moments. We swam with sleek blue sharks, shared close encounters with humpback whales, snorkeled with gray whales—and on our final day, were gifted with an incredible sighting of wild orcas.
Baja to Revillagigedo - A Journey into the Wild
From intimate encounters with gray whale mothers and calves in San Ignacio Lagoon to the untamed majesty of the Socorro Islands, our main Mexico expedition was filled with awe. We encountered friendly oceanic manta rays on every dive and swam alongside schools of hammerheads, silvertips, Galapagos sharks and sleek tiger sharks—but one of the most unforgettable encounters came with Socorro’s famously friendly dolphins, who swam within arm’s reach, playful and inquisitive. Surrounded by ocean giants and vibrant marine life along volcanic formations, we were reminded daily of the raw beauty that still thrives in the wild. This was more than a journey; it was a celebration of nature, connection, and the spirit of adventure.
The marine life on this expedition was nothing short of spectacular—so extraordinary that we’re already planning our return to Mexico in 2028! If you're dreaming of world-class encounters with ocean giants and thriving underwater life, now’s the time to express your interest!
2025 MEXICO - EXPLORER EXPERIENCES
“Thomas, thank you so much for an epic experience!!! Far Beyond anything I could dream of!”
“Dear Thomas, wow, yet another grand adventure! Well worth a return for both of us. Your ability to orchestrate complicated and glorious encounters with the natural world remains unsurpassed. Thank you so much for everything – most of all your friendship.””
“Thank you very much for yet another brilliant Wild Earth adventure. Our Mexico trip delivered in so many ways and we absolutely loved every aspect of it. Seeing schooling Mobula rays was an absolute bucket list moment that made my soul sing and my spirit dance. The diving in Socorro was fantastic with great pelagic interactions. How can I ever forget the way the two dolphins seemed to single me out and circle around me in hugging distance - a truly life changing moment! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being such an epic, fun, caring and adventurous trip leader. We love traveling with you.”
“I wanted to send a GIANT heartfelt thank you to Thomas and Sabine for leading this EPIC trip. The service, the people, the activities, the fun and the AMAZING wildlife encounters were over the top. It was wonderful to see old friends, and to meet new ones. Hope to see you all on another Wild Earth expedition! ”
PHOTO CREDIT © Sabine Templeton & Thomas Baechtold