With accommodations reflecting the relaxed sensibility of Baja, and amenities such as private balconies with hammocks, palapa-style roofs and private plunge pools, Esperanza, An Auberge Resort is the perfect weekend getaway.

Located on the bluffs overlooking two private coves at Punta Ballena near Cabo San Lucas, Auberge Resorts’ only international property, Esperanza, is reminiscent of a gracious Mexican village, offering a refreshing style of relaxed luxury and outdoor living to Los Cabos.

A member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux collection, the staff-to-guest ratio is exceptionally high, allowing a stellar level of service with style.

Now through March 2013, guests can enjoy the rich variety of sea life native to the Sea of Cortez with seasonal experiences, including releasing sea turtles into the ocean, swimming with whale sharks and whale watching.

Created exclusively for Esperanza guests, these programs give visitors of all ages an up close look at the local sea life, along with culinary delights and luxurious transportation, for an exciting day of ocean exploration.

Swimming with Whale Sharks

Spotter planes, boats and expert guides navigate guests through the waters outside of La Paz to popular feeding grounds where they will swim with whale sharks measuring up to 40 feet and watch these gentle giants feed on plankton. This eight-hour trip includes roundtrip ground transportation to La Paz, an authentic Mexican breakfast, lunch and snacks prepared by Esperanza, wet suit and snorkel equipment as well as underwater photography and videography upon request. (Available October 2012 – March 2013)

Whale-Watching Tour

This eight-hour excursion is an intimate whale encounter experience where guests get up close to gray whales and their calves in Magdalena Bay Sanctuary and maybe even witness the birth of a baby whale. The experience begins with a flight on a Cessna Grand Caravan plane over the peninsula coastline to view the Bay from above, followed by a guided boat tour; and includes roundtrip ground transportation, lunch at a local seafood restaurant and flight bites provided by Esperanza. (Available December 2012 – March 2013)

“Find Your Balance” Package

Elevating its fitness program with the launch of a new “Auberge Trainer In-Residence” guest instructor series and “Find Your Balance” wellness package, guests can discover a renewed sense of well-being at The Auberge Spa at Esperanza.

Guests can rejuvenate with a four-night stay in an Ocean View Garden Casita, private roundtrip airport transfers, complimentary breakfast for two, vegetarian cooking classes with Chef, two 90-minute massages at The Auberge Spa, two 60- minute private TRX or yoga classes, complimentary use of the resort’s fitness facility and daily yoga classes for adults and children.

With 57-rooms, 60 privately owned villas, 36 private residences, a full-service spa and several signature dining outlets, your weekend sanctuary awaits you at Esperanza!

For reservations or more information, visit www.esperanzaresort.com.