Thinking about a 3- or 4-day Mexico cruise? Ensenada is one of the most popular short cruise destinations from California to Mexico aboard Carnival Cruise Line or Princess Cruises. Technically, Ensenada is only about a 4 hour drive south of Long Beach, California. But, you’ll find cruising to Ensenada is much more fun! There are longer cruises that stop in Ensenada, including Princess 15-day Hawaii cruise (roundtrip from San Francisco).
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During your day in Ensenada, wine tasting, ziplining, kayaking and fishing are the best ways to discover and explore this beautiful coastal city. CruiseExperts.com has put together our list of favorite things to do while south of the border:
THE TOP 5 THINGS TO DO IN ENSENADA
1. Las Canadas Canopy Tour According to some, the Canopy Tour in Las Canadas Park is one of the best activities in Ensenada. The Canopy Tour encompasses the entire park, filled with suspension bridges, walkways and ziplines. During the winter months, the only part of the park open is the zipline—but it is worth it. It’s an affordable adventure that the young and young-at-heart will go home raving about. Note, the Canopy Tour is not included in the price of admission to the park.
Photo credit goes to Las Canadas Canopy Zipline Tours
2. La Bufadora, is a marine geyser or blowhole located on the Punta Banda Peninsula. The drive to La Bufadora through Baja California is is an adventure in itself. Once you get there, the walkway is lined with vendors selling all the traditional Mexican favorites like blankets, maracas, and sling shots. Grab some fresh churros or a carne asada taco as you walk around—and don’t forget to see the main attraction!
What are the best things to do in Ensenada when on a cruise to Mexico? Visit La Bufadora
3. Take the Wines of Ensenada tour. Nearly 500 years ago, the Spaniards brought the first grapevines with them to the Baja region after discovering the climate in Ensenada was perfect for growing wine grapes. Today, Viña de Liceaga is one of the new wineries there that produces some of the best wines in Mexico. The friendly staff and beautiful location make this winery a must for tastings.
Photo credit goes to Vina de Liceaga Winery
Bodegas de Santo Tomas Vineyards is the oldest winery in Ensenada.
Photo credit goes to Bodegas de Santo Tomas Vineyards
Monte Xanic Vineyards offers their guests wine tasting with spectacular views.
Photo credit goes to Monte Xanic Vineyards
4. Baja Blue Diver has everything you need for a day of play. They offer scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, hose diving, hiking trips and bird-watching tours. They know the best places to go for each activity to make your experience “magical.” Plus, they love cruise passengers and want your time with them to be the highlight of your cruise.
Photo credit goes to Baja Blue Diver
5. Spend a day with the experts at Sergio’s Sportfishing Day Tours. During whale watching season (Dec-Mar), take an excursion with The Whale Hunter to see the whales up close and personal. Or enjoy the day sportfishing once the season begins in April. Be prepared to catch snappers, marlin, yellowfin tuna, Bluefin tuna, bass, barracuda and more.
Photo credit goes to Sergio’s Sportfishing
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