Baja Bliss: Stingrays, Sandspits, and Starry Nights
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Being in Baja is a magical experience. Especially when you are traveling in a Vandoit campervan and have months to explore and relax. This year, we are spending March and April with another couple who own a Vandoit campervan, driving down the entire peninsula. We are thrilled to show them the places we went to before while exploring new places with them.
A Whale of a Start
In a previous blog, I laid out the first week and the amazing start of the trip. This week we are still making our way down after we experienced the incredible grey whale tour in Guerrero Negro.
The Enchanting Playa el Requeson

Our next stop is a beautiful beach called Playa el Requeson in the Bahia Concepcion. We made it back to the Sea of Cortez side, which to be honest, is our favorite side of the peninsula. The wildlife here is so abundant, and the beaches are so pretty. The special thing about this beach is the sand spit that connects the beach to an island. When the tide is down, the sting rays and the bioluminescence that you can see at night.
It was windy when we were there, making us grateful for the other van being with us because we were able to angle the vans to cut down on the wind while still enjoying the scenery. We have a Sea Eagle inflatable kayak that we bring with us on every trip, and this trip is no exception. It was time to unpack it. This water was so calm and clear we were able to see so much. This bay has a ton of little sting rays that bury themselves in the sand. In the boat, you can see them all hanging out and swimming around the bay, being unbothered by the boat above them. Around the island, you could see so many fish in a seaweed garden. In 2022, when we came down, there was bioluminescence in the water at night. This time we couldn’t see them, unfortunately. During the day, vendors would stop by and offer homemade food like tamales, fresh fish, fruit,s and more. You never want to say no to fresh tamales.
The Journey Continues to Loreto

After two nights in the bay, we continued our way south to Loreto. At this point, we are ready for a water refill after being off the grid for 6 days and 5 nights. Our van can hold 15 gallons, and we use that water for all the dishes, dog water, and everything else except drinking water. Our drinking water is a 5-gallon separate jug that we have a Dometic GO Hydrations Water Faucet attached to it, so it is easy to access clean drinking water. Each town has a water business that makes it very easy to find and fill up our tanks for minimal costs.
Loreto is a cute town that allows us to get some laundry done and go to the grocery store. Laundry in Mexico is a perk I miss when back in the States. We drop it off and they clean it, fold it for you, and it is very inexpensive. Not only is it cheap, but it smells so good!! After we were done with our chores, we explored the town square area and relaxed. Our campsite wasn’t too far out of town and had the most beautiful view. Loreto has a very large island not far off the coast, and on the peninsula, there are mountains going down the entire length. This makes a beautiful landscape with water and mountain views.
After enjoying the vibrant streets of Loreto and our peaceful campsite views, we’re feeling rejuvenated and ready for the next chapter of our Baja adventure. Its time to go find those white sand beaches. Every twist and turn on this journey in our Vandoit campervan has filled our days with breathtaking sights and delightful surprises.
As we pack up, our thoughts drift to the gems waiting for us further south. With each mile, we’re reminded why we love this lifestyle—the freedom to roam, the chance encounters with local culture, and the endless beauty of the Baja coast.
We can’t wait to see what the road has in store for us next, and we’re thrilled to have fellow adventurers with us to share in these experiences. Until then, we’re soaking up every moment, grateful for the breathtaking landscapes and the stories we’re creating along the way.
Happy exploring, and see you on the road!