This little southern Californian corner awaits you, full of charm and peace. With the deep blue of the sea as a witness, lush beaches and a variety of tourist activities as a cover letter, we invite you to know Mulegé in depth with this complete guide.
1. Where is Mulegé located and how can I get to the town?
Heroica Mulegé is a town in the state of Baja California Sur, facing the Sea of Cortez, belonging to the municipality of Mulegé, which has as its head the town of Santa Rosalía.
The best-known geographical reference of the town is the Mulegé River, at whose mouth the town is located.
The most practical way to get to Mulegé is from La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur, which can be accessed by air from different cities in the country.
Once in the state capital, you will be able to embark on a fun journey of 490 km along the Transpeninsular Highway Mexico 1, in which you will visually enjoy the entire coast of the Gulf of California until you reach your destination.
2. What is the history of Mulegé?
In 1704, Jesuit friars arrived by accident at the current site of Mulegé and in 1705 they founded the first Hispanic settlement, the Mission of Santa Rosalía de Mulegé.
On October 2, 1847, the Mexican army covered itself with glory in Mulegé, dealing a hard and unexpected blow to the North American troops during the American War of Intervention.
One hundred heroic patriots led by Captain Manuel Pineda, fought the so-called Battle of Mulegé, which resulted in an unforeseen victory for the Mexicans, pushing back the North American ranks. To this day, this confrontation is commemorated with pride and joy.
3. What weather awaits me in Mulegé?
The prevailing climate in Baja California Sur is dry and Mulegé is no exception; all thanks to the desert that surrounds the town. However, the climate in Mulegé is a bit more varied due to the mountainous area that runs through the town and provides a somewhat different environment.
In Mulegé it hardly rains, and the scarce 82 mm of water that falls annually falls more or less evenly between June and March.
The average annual temperature in Mulegé is 23 ° C, with January being the coolest month with 16 ° C and July and August the warmest, with 31 ° C, with extremes that can reach 9 ° C on winter nights and 37 ° C on hot summer days.
4. What are the main attractions of the town?
The only problem you will have in Mulegé is choosing between so many recreational activities that come your way. The museum exhibitions and historical sites will allow you to learn a little more about the brave roots of the town, as well as its culture and traditions.
You can also choose a tour of your preference and enjoy a large number of recreational activities in the Sea of Cortez.
Bahía Concepción is Mulegé's trump card, with a variety of beaches where you can practice your favorite entertainment under the burning Baja California sun.
Other must-see sites are the Santa Rosalía de Mulegé Mission and a museum that previously served as a prison in the town, so what are you waiting for to discover Mulegé?
5. What types of tours can I do in Mulegé?
If you make yourself available to specialized personnel, there is no doubt that your vacation in Mulegé will be unforgettable. Choya Tours offers guided tours to Espiritu Santo Island, La Paz beaches and Los Cabos.
Mulegé Tours will give you an art experience with cave paintings and petroglyphs in La Trinidad.
Baja Aventura takes you on a 2-hour diving and snorkeling tour with a knowledgeable guide of the best diving areas, so that you can admire the most spectacular marine landscapes of Baja; the package includes breakfast and lunch, plus the equipment you need.
Other tours include jungle canoe rides and sport fishing, the latter very popular in the town.
Tourism in Mulegé is one of the main economic sustenance of the town, so you will only find kindness and the best disposition on the part of the guides.
6. What is Bahía Concepción like?
Without a doubt, the main attraction in Mulegé is called Bahía Concepción, with spectacular beaches that have nothing to envy the best in the world. The waters of the bay are calm and pleasantly cool, inviting you to relax in this earthly paradise.
Beaches such as Requesón or Santispac, are the most visited by tourists from around the world who are looking for quiet and beautiful spaces.
But not everything is absolute quiet in Bahía Concepción; In some places in the bay you will find fun and adventure activities such as kayaking, snorkeling and camping.
7. What attractions does Requesón Beach have?
This hidden treasure of Baja California Sur is a desert beach located in Bahía Concepción. Its calm waters invite you to practice a variety of water activities, such as swimming, kayaking and snorkeling or simply relaxing on its fine white sand.
In front of Requesón there is a small island that can be accessed on foot and even when the tide is low, you can see a strip of sand that directly connects the beach with the island.
During the holiday season, camping is a common practice on the beach, which has the star showers as its nightly highlight, which, reflected in the calm sea, offer an incredible and beautiful experience.
8. What about Santispac Beach?
One of the busiest beaches in Bahía Concepción is Playa Santispac and the beautiful panorama offered by the Sea of Cortez is one of the main attractions that can be seen from the Transpeninsular Highway 1 when you are about to arrive at the place.
Santispac Beach is located between two hills and is surrounded by a desert environment. It also houses a stream that flows into an estuary that is a refuge for various wildlife species.
This beach is also ideal for water sports and camping under a meteor shower.
9. What other beaches can I visit in Mulegé?
Bahía Concepción is long and a large number of beaches parade along the Baja coast, some quieter than others, but without a doubt all beautiful.
Playa los Naranjos is an almost virginal place, with some cabins integrated into the environment with basic services of white water and electricity.
Playa los Cocos is quiet and has some thatched huts to shelter from the hot sun.
El Burro is another well-known beach where you can also practice various water sports; You can also go by boat to places where clams are mined.
So as you can see, the difficult thing is going to be choosing which beach to enjoy. We hope you enjoy them all!
10. How important is Mission Santa Rosalía de Mulegé?
In 1705, the Jesuit Father Juan Manuel Basaldúa founded the Mission of Santa Rosalía de Mulegé and was in charge of the site for a year, giving way to other missionary fathers, until construction was completed in 1766.
By then, Father Francisco Escalante was in charge of the place. In 1828 the mission was abandoned due to the reduction of its population.
With the tourist boom in Baja California, the mission was restored, standing out inside an 18th century altar with the statue of Santa Rosalía originally carried.
11. What are the best restaurants in the area?
Like any coastal town, in Mulegé they await you with exquisite marine delicacies from the nearby coasts.
You can start the morning at Mely's Doney Restaurant, the ideal place for a nutritious breakfast that prepares you for the energy demand of the day, with fresh fruits, juices, pancakes and a coffee that raises the dead.
Restaurant Bar JC’s is a lively place with live music, where you can taste the most varied menu of the sea that you can imagine.
If you want to eat in abundance and you are short on budget, El Candil Restaurant is a place where exquisite local food awaits you to satisfy even the most demanding customer, at convenient prices.
Los Equipales, one of the best restaurants in Mulegé, has the most varied menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with both national and international dishes.
12. What options for lodging do you recommend?
Playa Frambes Lighthouse Resort is a quiet hotel located in the vicinity of Playa Frambes; it has spectacular landscapes and an aura of peace that embraces the place; Smoking is not allowed in any area of the establishment.
Hotel Las Casitas is a picturesque and lively place, with very attentive staff, an acclaimed restaurant and the best, excellent prices.
Hotel Serenidad is a beach place with clean rooms and adequate infrastructure, including a swimming pool with a bar where you can relax at ease.
Hotel Cuesta Real is one of the places in Mulegé with the most complete infrastructure, including barbecue.
We come to the end of this magnificent journey and as always we encourage our readers to comment on their views and experiences. What do you think of this Mulegé guide? If you think something is missing, please let us know and we will gladly consider your comment.
