Explore Magdalena Bay in a kayak!

Sea Kayak Day Tour

Join us for a sea kayak day tour across Bahía Magdalena to Isla Magdalena and the sand dunes of Los Arenales. We launch from Los Morritos beach in Puerto San Carlos and paddle about 6 km across the bay to one of the island’s narrowest points, where only a short 200 m walk separates the calm bay from the open Pacific. Here, you’ll find sweeping white sand, towering dunes, and a sense of solitude that’s hard to find anywhere else.

Every stroke of your paddle brings you deeper into this wild landscape—mangrove channels, desert coastline, and the meeting point of land, sea, and sky. Bahía Magdalena is known for its rich biodiversity: coastal desert plants and cacti on shore, and seabirds and marine life in the surrounding waters. This is a genuine kayaking experience for people who love being on the water and getting there under their own power.

Individuals, kayaking and outdoor clubs, small groups, and families with kids who are comfortable on the water are all welcome.

TRIP INFO

Sea Kayak Day Tour – Los Arenales

Duration: 5-6 hours

Season: December to March (best conditions)

Availability: Available year-round with at least 24 hours’ notice.

Group size: 2-10 people

Difficulty level: Moderate

Distance: 6 km each way (approximately 1.5 hours paddling each way).

Price: $2000 MX/per person

Optional support service: Panga (motorboat) if required – $3,150 MX

For guests who prefer less paddling, we can arrange a panga to transport kayaks and guests across the channel. You’ll then paddle along the shoreline and explore some mangrove channels, returning by boat (additional cost applies).

Trip Info

What’s Included

Food, Camp & Kayak Equipment

  • Kayak de mar (individual o doble), remo, chaleco salvavidas, faldón antisalpicaduras y equipo de seguridad.
  • Guía local con experiencia
  • Almuerzo, refrigeradores y bebidas sin alcohol.
  • Transporte de kayaks y equipos entre nuestra oficina y la playa de Los Morritos.

What To Bring

We recommend:

  • Lightweight long-sleeve shirt or sun shirt
  • Wide-brimmed hat or cap
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses with
  • strapPlenty of drinking water (we can advise how much based on the season)
  • Comfortable sandals or water shoes
  • Small daypack for personal items
  • Any personal medications or items you may need

Let us know if you’d like to rent or borrow any additional items, or if you have specific questions about gear.

WHY CHOOSE SAN CARLOS KAYAKS?

This isn’t a generic tourist loop—our local guides know these waters by heart. We focus on real kayaking: good technique, safe crossings, and unhurried time in a wild, beautiful place. If you want a day of true Baja paddling and scenery, this is your trip. Contact us to book your Sea Kayak Day Tour to Magdalena Island Sand Dunes – Los Arenales.