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One of the most popular things to do in Puerto Pe\u00f1asco<\/i><\/b> in the winter months of January through March is to go whale watching.\u00a0 <\/span>Both fin and humpback whales generally start arriving in this part of the Sea of Cortez near the end of January and depart in March.\u00a0 <\/span>They have their babies on the Pacific side of the Baja Sur and then make their way into the Sea of Cortez<\/i><\/b> and come very close to Rocky Point. Puerto Pe\u00f1asco is the only destination in Sonora officially authorized by the Secretary of the Environment and Natural Resources for whale-watching.<\/span><\/p>\n Over the years, the number of boats offering whale-watching excursions in Puerto Pe\u00f1asco has increased. Be sure to choose an option that follows guidelines to ensure the safety of the majestic mammals while offering you an unforgettable adventure.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Embark on the Se\u00f1orita Rita<\/strong><\/em><\/a> throughout whale-watching season for a relaxing four-hour journey. Along with ample seating on the first deck, you can also reserve a premier lounge area on the 2nd deck for your whole crew. This is ideal for having a whale of a time together with friends and family. Daily departures at 9:30 a.m. (per weather conditions), returning to dock at 1:30 p.m. This excursion offers delicious appetizers and drinks on board.<\/span><\/p>\n Along with whale-watching trips, Se\u00f1orita Rita offers sunset and private cruises throughout the year. For more information, contact them directly at MX Phone:<\/b>\u00a0638 113 3727\u00a0 US Phone:<\/b> 602 357 0898 Book directly on their website at www.rockypointsunsetcruise.com<\/a><\/em>\u00a0 Email:<\/b>\u00a0sunsetcruise@rockypoint.com<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are looking for another personalized tour, you may consider Pancho Villa Charters<\/i><\/b>.\u00a0 <\/span>This family-owned cabin cruiser has been in business since 2002. It is wonderful for smaller groups and the crew will make sure you see whales, as well as pointing out sites to you along the way. The boat is a 57\u2019 Californian<\/i><\/b> yacht that offers plenty of comfortable seating in the rear as well as the bow and the inside cabin. This is the perfect yacht for whale watching as you can great pictures no matter where you are seated or standing.<\/span><\/p>\n Along with doing whale watching trips, they also offer sunset cruises, fishing tours and special occasion parties. If you love to fish, they can take you out for smaller fish or go out to the 25 mile and 50 mile reefs for the big fish.\u00a0 <\/span>The fishing tour is a 6 hours trip, snorkel and swim trips are 3 hours and the sunset cruise is a 2 hour cruise. On the sunset cruises and whale watching trips, they offer water, soda and great Margaritas or you can bring your own. Pancho Villa Charters <\/i><\/b>are all about making memories for you that will last a lifetime. <\/span><\/p>\n For more information you can contact them at 602-904-1700 or 638-110-3487.\u00a0 <\/span>Check out their website at www.PanchoVillaRockyPoint.com<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/a> or send them an email to panchovillarockypoint@gmail.com<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Check out Del Mar Charters <\/i><\/b>whose skipper Oscar Preciado has years of experience navigating the Sea of Cortez, and has even been referred to as the “whale whisperer.” For whale watching hop aboard the 42\u2019 catamaran \u201cTEMPO\u201d that will carry up to 20 people. Alternatively, the \u201cMarilys\u201d can accommodate up to 10 people. On the whale-watching trips that last approximately 3 hours you will have your choice of water, soda, beer, or margaritas. Cost for the whale watching is $50.00 USD per adult, $25.00 USD for children 5 \u2013 12. Children under 4 are free. (Prices subject to change, confirm upon booking)\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>If fishing is your thing they will take you out on their 30\u2019 Grady White speedboat named \u201cParaiso\u201d.\u00a0 <\/span>They furnish all the licenses as well as equipment and bait. <\/span><\/p>\n For more information or to make a reservation call 520-407-6054 or go to reservations@delmarcharters.com<\/span><\/a> or Craig@delmarcharters.com<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n All of these boats book up quickly, so make your reservations as soon as possible.\u00a0 <\/span>Don\u2019t forget to bring your camera and cell phone to get some great pictures.\u00a0 <\/span>Even though the whale watching trips are during the day, it can still be cool, so bring a jacket.\u00a0 <\/span>Remember Puerto Pe\u00f1asco (aka Rocky Point) is only a 4 hour drive from Phoenix or Tucson, so come down and enjoy everything it has to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n Updated: January 2025<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" One of the most popular things to do in Puerto Pe\u00f1asco in the winter months of January through March is to go whale watching.\u00a0 Both fin and humpback whales generally start arriving in this part of the Sea of Cortez near the end<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":77923,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-77915","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-visit-rocky-point"],"yoast_head":"\nSe\u00f1orita Rita<\/h3>\n
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