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marla
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EcoMundo? Lodging around Concepcion?
We are eight people coming to Bahia Concepcion in March to learn how to kayak/snorkel. We're not bringing our camping gear this trip so we are looking
for a place to stay that is comfortable, rustic is okay. I was thinking of taking kayak lessons at EcoMundo. Anyone have an opinion on this? They have
some cabanas there too, are they comfortable/clean? Any other suggestions? What about Hotel San Buenaventura? We prefer something on the beach or
close by...Thanks!
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bajaden
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Im not a big fan of EcoMundo. I'd say its one step above camping. To call them cabanas I think is being kind. Just my opinion. Hotel San Buenaventura
is a bit pricey for what you get. You might inquire at Posada and see if any of those places are for rent. Some usually are. By wanting to be on the
beach, your really limiting yourself.
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marla
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Hi. Well, we don't have to stay on the beach, but my family is coming all the way from Utah and wants to have a beach experience and not do too much
driving. What is Posada?? Thanks!
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If you come down during Semana Santa you will be overrun on the beach by camping Mexicans(you'd almost think it was their country) 
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I rented ?aks at Ecomundo and they did not have the back supports in them they are supposed to and those make a HUGE difference in your experience.
There are some "cool" hotsprings along shorelines there that are fun to hang in. Just look for the minerals on the rocks.
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marla
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Hmm well I am completely ignorant about kayaks, never been in one. But my sister in law already has back problems, she would be miserable I think if
there were no back supports of any kind. Any other suggestions for kayaking and guides in that area? We aren't going over Semana Santa which this year
is the middle of April since Easter is late.
If a man walks in the woods for love of them half of each day, he is in danger of being regarded as a loafer. But if he spends his days as a
speculator, shearing off those woods and making the earth bald before her time, he is deemed an industrious and enterprising citizen. Henry David
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Bob and Susan
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Our neighbor runs a nice place....
Luxury Camping
On the Beach with Bath and 2 clean double beds $25 a nite
Just in the back $20 a nite
Clean
2 miles off Mex #1 so no truck noise!!!
Take a look....
http://www.home.earthlink.net/~playaframbes/naranjos.htm
I'd bring my own kayaks...save rental fees
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tehag
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Loreto
kayaking etc. is much catered to in Loreto, BCS just 50mi south of the end of Concepcion. International airport right there.
Check the links in the list at the left side of this site:
http://www.loretogolf.net
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Julie
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kayaking
I would also recommend Loreto. There are several groups to choose from and they can custom your kayaking trip based on number of people, time, etc...
There is also much more to do in Loreto when your not on the water.
Our favorite is Trudy Angel @ paddling south. She can be reached at tourbaja.com
Julie Ramos
Iguana Inn
Loreto
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jrbaja
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Loreto
is about 1 1/2 more hours driving but more equipped for kayak rentals and businesses. Concepcion Bay in my opinion would be a better place to learn as
it is more protected from wind/waves.
Both places are beautiful!
But, back problems and kayaking are usually not a good combination. Snorkeling up to a hot spring on the other hand... 
Just some points to ponder.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by jrbaja
Snorkeling up to a hot spring on the other hand |
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Bob and Susan
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I think Loreto has more tourist services for kayaking but....
It's 10 miles to the island...thats a LONG way for beginners.
The bay of Conception has lots of small islands and coves within kayaking distance...much smother...sometimes
Remember when you kayak out...you have to kayak back...and that's harder to do
Rent your kayaks here and haul them down...then you have them everyday.
They'll look good on top of you car
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You guys are just
cracking yourselves up! Very good advice though.
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marla
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Thanks! We're going to Loreto for first couple of days, then to San Ignacio, then to Concepcion....So in March do we need to make reservations for a
family of eight? Or can we just show up and find lodging? I wish we could go now, I am ready.
If a man walks in the woods for love of them half of each day, he is in danger of being regarded as a loafer. But if he spends his days as a
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Ecomundo is OK. ?What do you want, first class or an adventure? Ecomundo is fun, beach living, with good restaurants close by.
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marla
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We don't need luxury, we are often tent campers. But we aren't bringing any camping gear and I want to at least be comfortable. I don't want to find
any bugs in my bed.
If a man walks in the woods for love of them half of each day, he is in danger of being regarded as a loafer. But if he spends his days as a
speculator, shearing off those woods and making the earth bald before her time, he is deemed an industrious and enterprising citizen. Henry David
Thoreau
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EcoMundo has plapas right on the clean beach with hammocks or cots. Kayaks avaible for rent, small resturant for food and drinks.
Never stayed there but looks clean and only steps to the water
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You asked about Posada. Its a beach community right next to EcoMundo. I know you can rent kayaks at Ray's place at santispac beach. I agree with the
others. If your first timers, stay in the bay. Lots of close islands, and bring your diving equipment.
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You could try Playa Buenaventure. (Mark & Olivia, 01152-615-161-1077. Rates: RVs $15/nite, rooms $60). They have a guesthouse they rent out.
Should be good for 8. Also good food in the bar/grill. Kayak rentals. nice people.
This is not the Hotel Buenaventura next door - different owners.
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Marla,
If you or family have back problems, you have to have the back supports in the kayaks. Beleive me, a person with a bad back, its the only way to go.
As far as Ecomundo goes, if you check the cabana and make sure it has some kind of mattress on the cement slab they call a bed, then it would not be
bad. Chris and I went there for one of the nights of our honeymoon, rented one of the cabanas on the beach and all there was to sleep on was a cement
slab. We ended up going to the Hotel Serindad as we could not possibly sleep in those accomodations. We also tried to use our Discover Baja discount
there and were told he had to raise the price to give us the discount, sounded a little wrong to me. The water there however is really wonderful to
play in! Have fun wherever you go!!! And post a report so I can live vicariously through you!
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