The desert and the sea: Baja California Sur is a land of wild mountains and crashing surf, where enormous cacti preside and the sun both rises and sets over sparkling seas. It’s home to picturesque ghost towns, pristine beaches and chic hotels too, where there is always something worth finding at the end of a dusty dirt road. The inhabitants are shopkeepers and surf-seekers, weathered ranchers and wandering artists, early-rising fishermen and award-winning chefs. It’s a bit old west and a bit new age, with a uniquely Baja vibe that is at once both highly traditional and captivatingly cool.
This adventure will take us from the vibrant pueblo magico of Todos Santos on the rugged Pacific coast, into the historical gold and silver mining towns of the Sierra de la Laguna mountains and eventually over to the Sea of Cortez, where the brilliant turquoise waters are teeming with some of the best-protected marine life in the world. We’ll run stellar single track trails up and down dramatic sea cliffs, along quiet coastal roads and through the arroyos, amongst the biggest cacti on the planet. We’ll kick back with taco lunches and indulge in multi-course, locally-sourced dinners served on beaches, in a local backyard and at an award-winning restaurant as well. We’ll have the opportunity to snorkel amongst sea lions and will spend our nights in modern, boutique hotel rooms, cozy cabanas and cap it all off with a very special ecolodge that you’ll never, ever want to leave.
Ready? ¡Vamos!
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Each person on our small, multinational team brings a unique set of running abilities, travel experience, and guiding expertise to the table, but something that we all have in common is an addiction to exploration, a borderline obsession with running, and a love of helping others experience the world in this very unique way. Our guides are certified Wilderness First Responders, practice Leave No Trace principles, and have guided well over 200 running trips combined. When you join a trip you’ll be traveling, running, and exploring with at least one (if not 2 or 3) of us.
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Things to keep in mind
FAQ
Why here?
Located on a long peninsula almost entirely separated from the rest of Mexico, Baja California Sur has its own unique identity - one that is unlike anywhere else. While the resorts of Cabo San Lucas are familiar to many Americans, those who venture beyond find long stretches of undeveloped coastline, unbelievably turquoise waters, rugged mountains, the biggest cacti on earth, wide swaths of protected natural areas and everything from fishing villages and ghost towns to chic boutique hotels and very, very cool restaurants at the end of any given dirt road. The sunsets are epic, the trail networks astoundingly good and that dry desert air turns everything you ever knew about coastal running on its head. We won’t go so far as to call it undiscovered - it certainly isn’t - but once you get out there it sure does feel that way!
What’s included in the trip cost?
The trip price includes pre-trip communication & guidance, airport transfers, 6 nights accommodation, all meals from dinner on the first day until breakfast on the final day, transportation, drivers, experienced trip leaders, local logistics team, 6 organized, supported runs, a half day boat trip, a traditional temazcalli experience, drinking water and swag. In short, just about everything is covered from the moment you land until the moment you leave!
What isn’t included in the trip cost?
The cost does not include alcohol, tips, personal purchases or transport to/from unscheduled destinations.
How far do I have to be able to run?
All routes are adjustable in terms of distance and plans will be tweaked according to the ability mix of the group. Daily maximums are listed on the itinerary and there is no time or pace pressure. We will take it day by day and clearly explain each run as they come along so you can adjust to suit your needs!
Keep in mind that many people end up running quite a bit more during our trips than they would at home - when running is your only responsibility for the day, you'll be amazed at how much more you can do! For those who want *more* distance than we have scheduled, there will be ample opportunity to log a few extra miles each day.
What sort of terrain will we be running on?
All six runs take place on a mix of single track trail and dirt roads. While none of these routes are particularly technical or steep, we recommend doing at least a little bit of trail running in preparation, and bringing trail shoes.
What time of day will we be running?
Aside from the arrival day shakeout (which happens around 4pm) runs will take place mid-morning, after breakfast and before lunch. Although temperatures should be very pleasant, please expect full sun exposure each day and make sure you’ve got protection!
What will we do when we aren’t running?
The beauty of this trip is that there is very little driving and plenty of time to kick back and soak up that Baja vibe! We’ll do a half day boat trip to Isla Espíritu Santo with the option for snorkeling, visit an amazing cactus sanctuary, explore the abandoned mines around El Triunfo, experience a traditional Temazcalli ceremony, enjoy some beach time and get treated to some of the best dining experiences in the area.
Can my non-runner spouse/friend come too?
It’s possible, as long as they understand that each day is primarily scheduled around that day’s run and that our guides won’t be able to arrange alternate activities for them.
What is the weather like?
December and January are about as good as it gets in this part of the world! Typical high temperatures are around 75F / 24C while lows are around 50-60F / 10-15C (though nighttime temps can dip near the freezing mark in the mountains!). Sunshine is abundant and the climate is very dry - expect very little humidity and very strong sun exposure.