WEATHER
Air Temperature
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Avg High F | 74 | 76 | 78 | 83 | 88 | 94 | 96 | 97 | 96 | 91 | 83 | 77 |
| Avg Low F | 50 | 50 | 52 | 55 | 61 | 69 | 79 | 77 | 75 | 68 | 58 | 62 |
Water Temperature
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Avg F | 63 | 64 | 67 | 72 | 77 | 85 | 89 | 89 | 87 | 71 | 71 | 65 |
GETTING TO LORETO
Loreto has an International Airport located 3 km south of Loreto and 7 km north of Nopolo. There is a restaurant, bar; and gift shop in the Departures terminal. The airport has rental car agencies including Budget, Hertz, and Alamo as well as Shuttle Services.
- AEREO CALAFIA has non stop flights from Tujuina to Loreto regularly scheduled each week at very reasonable rates.
Website: https://www.aereocalafia.com.mx/
USA Tel: 619 489 1439
MEX Tel: 01 800 560 3949
Email: Contacto@aereocalafia.com.mx
- From San Diego just go to CROSS EXPRESS BORDER (CXB) and pay $12 US to cross the secure walkway to Mexico. This is a 10 minute walk and you will be inside Tujuina Airport. There is a Duty Free Shop after you clear immigration and before the walkway that is very good. Once you are in the Airport, check in for your flight at the Aereo Calafia Desk. After Security there are restaurants and Starbucks. You can cross back into the USA on the return.
- ALASKA AIRLINES has regularly scheduled service nonstop from Los Angeles several times a week.
www.AlaskaAir.com
Toll Free: 1-800-252-7522
- WESTJET AIRLINES has regularly scheduled nonstop flights from Calgary, Canada to Loreto during the season. Their fares are very competitive and they had excellent Add-On prices from all major destinations within Canada.
Website: www.WestJet.com
Toll Free: 1-888-937-8538 (1-888-WESTJET)
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RESTAURANTS in Loreto Bay
GASTROTECA AZUL is Loreto’s premier fine dining restaurant owned by Mario and Juliann Lopez from California. They seek out the highest standard of meats and vegetables in the area to prepare gourmet entrees and desserts not commonly found in Loreto. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 5 pm to 10 pm. Reservations Recommended. Closed Sunday and Mondays.
EL CORAZON CAFÉ is located at FN162C and the perfect place to start each morning with a great cup of specialty coffee and home baked pastries. Paola and her team offer a wide variety of teas, fresh juices, and delicious waffles with assortment of toppings for every craving. Sandwiches, salads, and daily specials. Open from 8 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday, and Saturday 8 am to 1 pm. Closed Sundays.
DOS LOBOS ART GALLERY AND BAR Enjoy a cocktail and visit with Cullen or Eddie while enjoying original local Artwork. Open 5 days a week from 3 pm to 10 pm.
EL PATIO CAFÉ is located near El Corazon on the main boulevard and a popular lunch spot with its outdoor seating and friendly atmosphere. Delicious salads and homemade simple meals are a fast and easy treat. Drop by for Happy Hour and say hello to Jennifer and her team. Open Monday to Saturday from 11 am to 8 pm. Closed Sundays.
LORETO BAJA GOLF RESORT formerly the Inn at Loreto Bay. They have breakfast, lunch and dinner menus with varied selections of Mexican and American entrées in their Guaycura indoor restaurant. Please see their Front Desk for Golf and/or Tennis information and bookings. All are welcome to use the Hotel amenities, including beach with purchase of food or beverages.
NOPOLO WINE CELLAR is located in unit FN469. Will and Cynthia have created this warm and friendly gathering place to hang out and to meet new friends. They have satellite channels with 4 TVs to enjoy all your favorite sports, board games for the whole family, as well as a delicious small plates menu to have a meal or share. The Wine Cellar has a wide selection of reasonably priced wines that you can buy and take to friends or enjoy at home. They also have a full bar as well as serve beer and margaritas in plastic cups to take to the community pool. They are open daily from 4 pm to 10 pm, with extended hours on weekends depending upon the season. Closed Tuesdays.
PEDRO’S RESTAURANT A trip to Loreto is never complete without a visit to Pedro’s and his friendly and welcoming hospitality. A wide selection of meals, happy hour, and often music and entertainment. Located in Aqua Viva and easy to find!
PEPEGINAS RESTAURANT at Hole 19, Loreto Bay Golf Clubhouse. This Mexican family run restaurant is a popular spot with weekly Specials and Music. Pizzas, steaks, fish and pasta, at reasonable prices with a view of the Golf Course.
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SHOPS AND SERVICES in Loreto Bay
AGNES BOUTIQUE is a wonderful shop in unit FN163 near El Corazon Cafe. Come and visit Agnes & Sergio in Loreto Bay offering casual ladies clothing, gift wares for your home and souvenirs. Beautiful assortment of jewelry, all reasonably priced. They also offer massages, facials, silk painting classes, as well as any sewing needs you may have. Open 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Saturdays 9 am to 2 pm.
FRESH FISH Meet Luis our local Fishman in front of the Security Office each Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm. Luis sells a variety of fresh fish, scallops (large ones are tough), shrimp, lobsters and clams from his truck each week.
LA CHOLLA GENERAL STORE is located in unit FN345 across from El Corazon Cafe. They are open every day and have a good selection of food and beverages, including beer & wine, for your short stay. They will bring in requested items with notice. Friendly, clean store that is well stocked and reasonably priced.
LORETO BAY COMMUNITY CENTER is located in unit FN306. This center is free for all owners and guests and a relaxing place for social activities. There is a computer with printer for guest use and free wireless, used books to borrow, couches, tables for playing cards and regularly scheduled activities. Regular AA Meetings, Yoga, Bridge, and Ma Jong groups. Drop by from 9 am to 5 pm Monday thru Friday and 9 am to noon on Saturdays.
LORETO BAY REMEXICO REAL ESTATE OFFICE can be found in unit FN346. Do you LOVE Loreto as much as we do? Are you curious about the resale market? Drop by our friendly offices and speak to Nellie Hutchison or Hilda Corona about the current market conditions, take tours with your visitors and hopeful new neighbors and see the great deals available. Hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5 pm and Saturdays from 9:30 to 1 pm, or with appointment. Email: Hilda@REMLoretoHomes.com or Nellie@Bajaboss.com
LORETO COAST BUILDERS can be found in FN170 for your Quality Custom home construction and renovation projects. They have experience in building homes on lots with limited road access in Loreto Bay. They also do custom concrete countertops and accessories. Open 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.
NORMA’S SALON is opening their second location at FN345 in Loreto Bay this November 2017. Norma has 30 years’ experience in the business and is the BEST for hair cuts and color. Other services offered are massage, pedicures, manicures, facials, makeup, eyebrow tinting and eyelash extensions. Unbelievably reasonable prices and great service!
VIVE LORETO TOUR COMPANY Visit Rafa & Maria are in FN172 under the largest tree on the paseo. They offer ATV tours, island tours, horseback riding, deep sea fishing, and nature tours. Specializing in Scuba Diving Certification and tours. They also rent bicycles by the week and provide bicycles repairs for your convenience. Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 1:30 p.m. & 4 pm to 7 pm. Saturdays 8:30 am to 1:30 pm.
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ACTIVITIES
GRAY WHALE WATCHING ON THE PACIFIC COAST
From January to March each year, these magnificant mammals travel to Baja Sur Pacific Coast to give birth. Come see these newborn baby Gray Whales and their proud mothers even let you get up close and personal. It is not uncommon to be able to reach out and touch these gigantic creatures as they come next to the boat to say hello. This is like no other whale watching experience you will ever have and exciting for all ages. The trip is approximately 7 hours and includes 2 hours on the water with the Whales, transportaion in clean comfortable vans, and a delicous lunch of fresh lobster and fresh seafood. Prices range from $90 to $140 per person, depending upon the number of passengers and tour. This trip is an absolute MUST for those seeking a different experience with nature.
CORANDO ISLAND TOUR
Don’t miss this Panga boat tour for 2 to 6 people
See the Sea Lions, incredible diversity of the area, and picnic on white sand beaches. Take your time snorkeling or finding dolphins or whales (4 hours) - Approximately $140.00 USD per boat
DEEP SEA FISHING
Catch the big fish while enjoying the natural beauty of being on the water
- For 2 or 3 people with local Mexican Captain in Super Panga boat (6 hours) - $300.00
- Includes fishing licenses
- Marine park permits
- Rods & reels
- Filleting and packaging your fish
- Drinks and Snacks
GOLF
Enjoy the Loreto Baja Golf Course with reasonable weekly and monthly rates. Rentals available and easy Tee times. Contact the Loreto Bay Hotel for more information: http://www.loretobayresort.com/en/service/loreto-bay-golf-course/
For Serious Golfers, playing the Danzante Bay Rees Jones Golf Course is a MUST. Brand new World Class 18 hole course open December 8, 2017. Fees include cart; and rentals available. For more information contact the Villa Del Palmar Resort: http://www.danzantebaygolfcourse.com/
SCUBA LESSONS AND CERTIFICATE
Get certified in just a few days and be diving with the sea lions!
Perfect for all ages! Our professional instructors start lessons in the pool until everyone is comfortable; then it’s an easy next step to the waters just off the INN at Loreto Bay. Diving trips to Corando, Honeymoon Bay, and other local favorites are just a call away. For more information contact:
Dolphin Dive Baja: http://www.dolphindivebaja.com/
Loreto Sea and Land Tours: http://www.toursloreto.com/
Private Drivers and/or Taxis
We have friendly professional drivers and can take you to San Javier, Mulege, or just escort you around town as you wish.
There is lots of historical information and a great way to learn about the town, as well as many scenic breathtaking spots not to be missed.
Sample Downtown tour will pick you up at Loreto Bay, walking tour of Mision Church, Tourist Shopping areas, waterfront boardwalk, and grocery shopping for all your needs. Prices range from $50 USD per taxi for up to 6 people for this excursion.
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SPORT FISHING
Sport fishing is one of the most poplar activities in Loreto. A wide variety of marine species are available to catch most of the year. Thanks to an increasing demand, this sport is also a main support of the local economy. Local businesses offer the tourists different options, from affordable rental of boats and and pangas to luxurious yachts and cruisers. They offer fishing trips, sightseeing, kayaking and diving with complete and comfortable conveniences.
The exotic nature of the marine species you can catch from Loreto beaches are the main motive for thousands of tourists coming every year to this destination. On e of the most wanted species is the beautiful Dorado. Followed by Blue Marlin, the Swordfish which demand experience and endurance for catching. We also have many other species which are very fun to catch, such as Tuna, Carbrilla, Wahoo, Jurel, pargo, Sierra, Mero, Pezgallo, Grouper and others.
There are rules inside the Marine Park of Loreto that govern sport fishing. We ask you to choose service lenders that are well trained as they will provide you with all the current information, such as permits, licenses, etc. Your only concern will be to have fun! You don’t need to have a lot of experience to enjoy being on the water. The small species offer great fun for amateurs that just want to fish for relaxation and enjoyment.
Fishing Season
| High Season | Medium Season | |
| Dorado | June, July, August, September, October | May, November, December |
| Marlin | June, July, August | May, September |
| Roosterfish | January, February, December | March, April, October, November |
| Sailfish | June, July, August, September | May |
| Yellowtail | January, February, March, April | May, November, December |
| Yellowfin Tuna |
August, September, October | July, November |
HOW TO MAKE A CALL IN LORETO
Making a simple telephone call has a complex range of possibilities and questions. Where is the call originating from and being directed? Are you using a landline or a cell phone? Is the call local or long distance? Not all cell services work in Loreto and currently ATT / Cingular has the best service from the USA. Inquire with your service provider to include a Mexico rate plan to have your phone operate here without roaming charges. Alternatively, you can buy a Telcel cell phone for less than $50 USD and buy minutes whenever you come to town. Here is a quick guide to making calls to and from Loreto.
United States/Canada to Mexico
- To a landline: 011 + 52 + area code + number
- To a cell phone: 011 + 52 + 1 + area code + number (note the extra “1” is necessary)
Mexico to United States/Canada
- 001 + area code + number
Within Mexico
- Landline to Landline:
Local calls: Area Code + number (sometimes you do not need the area code)
Long Distance calls: 01 + area code + number - Landline to Cell Phone:
Local Calls: 044 + area code + number
Long Distance Calls: 045 + area code + number - Cell Phone to Landline:
Local Calls: Try the area code + number first. Sometimes just the number will work.Long distance in Mexico: 01 + area code + number
- Cell Phone to Cell Phone:
Local Calls: Area Code + Number
Long Distance Calls: Area code + number - Toll free numbers do not work within Mexico. In order
to call a toll free number while in Mexico, substitute these codes…
some charges may apply.
For 800 – dial 880;
For 888 – dial 881
For 877 – dial 882
For 866 – dial 883
Good Luck!!
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