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Vaquita (Phocoena sinus) in the wild
near Upper Gulf of California Biosphere Reserve near San Felipe, BCN, is the only location on Earth where wild Vaquitas survive, Mexico

Upper Gulf of California Biosphere Reserve near San Felipe, BCN, is the only location on Earth where wild Vaquitas survive, Mexico is one of the top spots to sight Vaquita (Phocoena sinus) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.

Vaquita (Phocoena sinus)

BEST TIME TO SEE

The upper Gulf of California near San Felipe, BCN, is the only location on Earth where Vaquitas survive; sightings are extremely rare and usually require research expeditions.

SIGHTING TIP

Year-round but critically rare. The last remaining Vaquitas inhabit the upper Gulf of California near San Felipe; sightings require research vessel access.

Coordinates

30.9000°N, 114.5000°W

HABITAT

Shallow, murky, warm waters of the northern Gulf of California where warm and cold currents mix to produce rich upwellings

CONSERVATION STATUS

Critically Endangered

Hotels and Stays Nearby

Within 25 Km

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