Bahía de los Ángeles Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

Mangroves

Mangroves, Bahía de los Ángeles

 WulfstanTraveller Says:  There is a swampy area with mangroves on the southern edge of the bay. 

La Playa

La Playa, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  Relaxing on the beach is the best way to spend an evening in Bahia 

Birds

Birds, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  If you a birder, Bahia has alot to offer. I'm a not a birder, so I can't offer the specifics in this tip. There were several student doing surveys while I was there. 

Fishing

Fishing, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  You can rent a boat and a El Capitan from any hotel. Our cost was $120.00 US, and we were out for about 6 hours. The Captain (Benjamin) was an experienced fisherman who has lived in Bahia his entire life. I recommend asking for him. It was too cold outside for yellowtail,... 

Kayak

Kayak, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  This has to be one of the top places in North America for Kayaking. There is so much to see. There are an abundance of whales, dolphins, birds, and all kinds of fish. The views of the surrounding desert are spectacular. You can either bring your own Kayak, which I recommend,... 

Museum

Museum, Bahía de los Ángeles

 WulfstanTraveller Says:  Bahia de los Angeles has a small but interesting museum that has displays on the local natural history, anthropology, and the history of the settlement of Baja California, which is actually very interesting. 

Hiking

Hiking, Bahía de los Ángeles

 WulfstanTraveller Says:  There is a lot of hiking, giving greast views. 

Pelican at the beach

Pelican at the beach, Bahía de los Ángeles

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Restaurants  

RESTAURANTE LAS HAMACAS: ENCHILADAS FOR BREAKFAST

RESTAURANTE LAS HAMACAS: ENCHILADAS FOR BREAKFAST, Bahía de los Ángeles

 trotador Says:  Las Hamacas is located on the right as you first enter town. With a patio in front, it offers a view overlooking "Isla Cabeza de Caballo" (Horsehead Island). Las Hamacas was one of the busiest restaurants in town. I'm not sure why, the food portions are very small, the price... 

Nightlife  

No nightlife here!

No nightlife here!, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  If you want nightlife, don't drive south of Ensenada or San Felipe. Bahia is a quiet fishing village. You can purchase you beer at any of the local stores, they are very well stocked. Make sure to save your bottles, you receive a sizable discount bringing in your... 

Transportation  

The Roads

The Roads, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  The Roads to Bahia de los Angeles are better than many roads in Los Angeles. There are hardly any pot holes, debris, or obstructions. The army check points are manned by polite disciplined and professional soldiers. I feel safer on MX1 than I do on the 110. 

TRAILERS...

TRAILERS..., Bahía de los Ángeles

 trotador Says:  The road is full of trailers that makes the road narrow. 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Thieving Bum

Thieving Bum, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  Enroute to Bahia you must stop and see the cave painting in Catavina. There is a new museum and tourist center about 500m west of the actual cave painting site. All of the information guides to baja will advise you to look for a palapa. Nearly directly infront if the Cave... 

Water

Water, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  On most of my tip pages I mention water. DRINK WATER OR DIE! 

no danger

no danger, Bahía de los Ángeles

 brianjamesx Says:  i had no problems to travel toim going back on july 2006if anyone like to go, you can go with me, i will go with my familyno risks 

Off The Beaten Path  

Hidden coves

Hidden coves, Bahía de los Ángeles

 bchurchill Says:  As you Kayak south you will find many hidden coves with an amazing amount of wildlife. You can go days without seeing a soul...its great! Bring water! 

Sports & Outdoors  

FISHING AND DIVING

FISHING AND DIVING, Bahía de los Ángeles

 trotador Says:  If you enjoy sport fishing and diving, Bahia de los Angeles offers you the opportunity to practice both with its great variety of marine flora and fauna. 

Favorites  

FISHING AND DIVING

FISHING AND DIVING, Bahía de los Ángeles

 trotador Says:  The main activities for Bahia de los Angels is fishing and tourism. If you enjoying fishing or diving Bahia de LA is the perfect place to do so. 

Only desert and enchiladas

Only desert and enchiladas, Bahía de los Ángeles

 trotador Says:  Uninhabited islands, incredible natural beauty, deserts, mountains and sea. Great diversity of sea life... 

The Place

Plan a Bahía de los Ángeles vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Bahía de los Ángeles locals

Experience Bahía de los Ángeles
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The People

 
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 Uninhabited islands, incredible natural beauty, deserts, mountains and sea. Great diversity of sea life... 

 

Questions and Answers

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Q:  leaving for northern baja next weekend! :) i see on the posts for bahia de los angeles that you mention seeing both dolphins &... 

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A:  San Diego is a better place to see whales in December, they mostly don't reach Baja until Januaray. That isn't to say that you wouldn't see any in Tijuana, Rosarito or... 

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Top Bahía de los Ángeles Writers

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ALONE

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 Bahia de los Angeles is a place far away for everything. No telephone, no electricity and almost no Gasoline...(at least on that time, November'99) From the town, as you guys can see on the pic, can... 

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!Bahia De Los Angeles!

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 This place was great. I woke up one morning and had an urge to drive to central Baja for kayaking. I called up a bunch of friends to find any willing to go. It was quite difficult. Advising a resident... 

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Mexico

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Bahía de los Ángeles. I'd love to share with you the 6 tips I've written, the 7 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Bahia de los Angeles

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 Bahia de los Angeles is a small town on the eastern shore of Baja California Norte, the shore on the Sea of Cortez/Gulf of California. It is on a bay of the same name. 

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natural place

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 you can fish and pick up some clams 

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