Shore Excursion Pvt: La Bufadora & Market + Ensenada City Sights
Ensenada, Mexicoby Ensenada Excursions and Tours
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, Spanish
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Overview
Skip the crowded tour buses. This is a 100% private tour to La Bufadora — Mexico's largest marine geyser — and the Ensenada flea market, built for cruise passengers and travelers who want to explore at their own pace. No shared van, no waiting for stragglers, no fixed group schedule. It's just you, your group, and a private driver-guide from pickup to drop-off. La Bufadora is a natural blowhole where ocean swells crash into a coastal cave and erupt in a plume of seawater up to 100 feet high — a genuine geologic spectacle, not a photo-op gimmick. After taking it in from the viewing terraces, you'll wander the adjacent flea market strip, packed with local vendors with time built in for a stop for tacos. This is a private experience with flexible pacing — there's no minimum number of guests required, and pricing is structured so solo travelers, couples, and larger families (we regularly host groups up to 20) all book with confidence.
What's included
- Entrance/access to the La Bufadora blowhole viewing area
- Flexible pacing with no fixed group schedule
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private driver-guide for the entire tour (not shared with other travelers or groups)
- Time up to 2 hrs at the adjacent flea market for shopping
- Optional 20min pharmacy/ shopping stop on return route.
- Private round-trip transportation from your Ensenada hotel or cruise ship port
- Food, tacos, snacks, and meals at La Bufadora or the flea market
- Flea market purchases (jewelry, souvenirs, leather goods, etc.
- Hotel/cruise port pickup outside the Ensenada area (confirm with operator in advance if applicable)
Itinerary
- 1
Ensenada
15 min
You will be picked up from Cruiseport Security or your requested location in Ensenada by your private car and driver. Travel to Various Places for sightseeing, and after the tour, return to any location in Ensenada as per your preference.
- 2
La Bufadora
2 hours
At La Bufadora, guests will walk through the lively artisan market, enjoy ocean views along the cliffs, and watch the powerful marine blowhole spray water high into the air. There’s time for photos, local snacks, shopping, and taking in the coastal scenery at a relaxed pace.
- 3
Centro Social, Civico y Cultural Riviera de Ensenada
15 min
Architecture and gardens from prohibition era casino and hotel. Bar Andaluz home of mararita. Small museum available.
- 4
El Mirador
Pass by
Optional drive up to historic overlook for best views of town and port.
- 5
Plaza Civica
15 min
Plaza Civica Three Heads Park, and Large Flag park with water fountains and sign. optional stop for pictures.
- 6
El Jardin De Tara
15 min
Optional stop at Tara Statue, garden and city overlook, gifted from Nepal.
- 7
Playa Hermosa
15 min
Optional stop and walk beach, boardwalk, and Ensenada sign and snacks.
- 8
Hussong's Cantina
15 min
Optional Stop at Historic Hussong's Cantina. This iconic place has mariachi, interesting animal heads and photos on walls. Eat some peanuts and throw shells on floor!
- 9
Ensenada
15 min
Drop to Cruiseport or any Ensenda Location
Meeting and pickup
Port Security under Large Billboard - Museo Caracol Exit the ship: Turn left and walk -past all shuttles and buses -past Ensenada Sign -through under security arch (orange) Do not cross the footbridge. On your right, you’ll see a large glass building (Museo Caracol) Your guide will wait under the billboard. Look for Sign with Your Name;)
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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