Where to Go | La Jolla De Cortes
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Discover the beauty of La Jolla de Cortes with Mayan Palace
Hidden at the northern curve of the Gulf of California, Puerto Peñasco bridges the Baja Peninsula to the rest of Mexico with wide, sandy beaches. Known for its shallow water, this fishing village has become a destination for fishing and beach vacationers. The town has grown from a fail attempt to find precious metals and instead found an extensively rich fish population. The totoaba fish was once harvested as the industry leader for its medical use.
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La Jolla de Cortes sits about 15 minutes north of Puerto Peñasco which is in the Altar Desert about 100 km from the US border. The expansive land, calm sea, and lively wildlife attract fishermen and women from all over the world.
The white sand stretches for miles each direction and the tide creates new sand bars, estuaries and tide pools to explore daily. The sea welcomes fishermen, snorkelers, divers, and swimmers with so much to discover below the surface. If water is not enough, discover the golf courses, festivals, and boutiques that Mayan Palace and Puerto Peñasco have to offer.
LOCAL ACTIVITIES
Within easy reach of Mayan Palace La Jolla De Cortes are numerous options for sports or active enjoyment. For further ideas or details, the Mayan Palace Concierge will be pleased to provide assistance.
Activities include:
- Snorkeling and scuba diving
- Dolphin and whale watching
- Deep sea fishing
- ATV Rentals
- Dune buggy adventures
- Shopping and touring art galleries in Puerto Peñasco
- Banana boat rides
- Jet skiing
- Parasailing
- Daytime cruises
- Sunset cruises
- Kayaking
- Hiking
CLIMATE
As a part of the greater Sonoran Desert, the climate is warm and dry. The Sea of Cortes brings a slight breeze through the air but the real refreshing feeling comes when the sun sets. The night air is cool especially in the winter.
The weather shares more seasons than other Mayan Palace locations. The summers are sunny and warm with the highs reaching to the mid-90s. During the winter months (December to February), the high only reaches the mids 60s. The spring has a mild rainy season as the desert prefers little rain and lots of sun!
Average Temperatures:
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Month | Avg High | Avg Low |
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| January | 18°C/66°F | 21°C/44°F | July | 35°C/95°F | 24°C/78°F |
| February | 20°C/68°F | 121°C/46°F | August | 35°C/95°F | 24°C/71°F |
| March | 22°C/73°F | 21°C/51°F | September | 35°C/95°F | 24°C/71°F |
| April | 25°C/78°F | 22°C/57°F | October | 30°C/87°F | 24°C/60°F |
| May | 28°C/84°F | 23°C/60°F | November | 25°C/78°F | 23°C/53°F |
| June | 31°C/89°F | 24°C/68°F | December | 20°C/69°F | 22°C/46°F |
TRAVELING TO LA JOLLA DE CORTES
TRANSPORTATION
The convenience of La Jolla De Cortes is that the location is within 100 miles of the United States of America. Many people call this the "Arizona Beach" because it is within driving distance. Fly into Tucson or Phoenix and then jump in the car for a quick trip to the beach.
For those of you with access, Mayan Palace La Jolla De Cortes has a private airport near the property. Personal pilots and chartered flights are more than welcome to use the Mayan Palace airport. No matter how you get to La Jolla De Cortes, there is valet and self-parking at the Mayan Palace Resort.
Once at the resort, guests can explore Mayan Palace by foot, and by resort shuttle. Accommodations, the Brio Spa, gourmet restaurants, beaches, and the Nicklaus-Design Península de Cortes are all on the resort property.
Neighboring Cities:
- Puerto Peñasco
WHAT TO SEE AND DO?
- Beaches: Puerto Peñasco offers 15 miles of shoreline with stunning beaches, tide pools, and estuaries overlooking the Sea of Cortes.
- Islands of San Jorge: Known by some as Bird Island, this rise in the Sea of Cortes is the resting spot for animals as they cross the sea. On any given day, you will find sea lions basking in the sun, migrating birds keeping warm in the winter, and of course schools of fish finding food in the rich sea floor.
- Puerto Peñasco: A fishing village grown from the full supply of sea creatures, fish, and bird, this sleepy town is a paradise for calm strolls, delicious food, and stunning sights.
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Shrimp & Commerce Festival: In Puerto Peñasco, shrimp is commerce. This fishing and shrimping village depends on the life in the water. Every January they celebrate the successes and good fortune for years to come in Puerto Peñasco. Visit the festival for tasty shrimp competitions, gift markets, and cultural dancing.
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