The Baja Wisdom Council Concierge Page
QUICK LINKS
Marco Polo — join our Baja Wisdom Council group. Daily videos begin Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Group Pre-Retreat Call — Friday, October 16, 2026, 9 PT / 12 ET / 5 UK
Participant Information Form — complete online by Monday, October 19, 2026
Participant Release Form — read, sign and return by Monday, October 19, 2026
Coaching — two post-retreat integration sessions, booked via the links below
Group Post-Retreat Call (Zoom link) — Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 9 PT / 12 ET / 5 UK
Key Information
Tania Carrière, +1 613 297 0012 or +1 917 674 5245 — try me on WhatsApp or my iPhone.
Location: Baja Sage, El Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico (include pin)
Arrival: Monday, November 2, 11 am — note: 2 pm retreat start
Departure: Saturday, November 7, by noon
This page will be updated regularly as local businesses reopen for the season. Check back before you travel.
Welcome!
Welcome back, and welcome home to Baja Sage. You have sat in circle with me before, and now I am inviting you into the conversations you have been carrying quietly, the ones you dare to have. For five nights, we gather as a council of wise women, each of us both the one who asks and the one who knows. I was captivated by Baja Sur the moment the warm desert air carried the sound of Pacific waves across my skin. Baja Sage sits almost exactly on the Tropic of Cancer, the line where the sun stands directly overhead at the summer solstice, and where some say a ley line runs beneath the desert and out to sea. Whatever you believe about the energy of a place, there is something here: a boho, unhurried magic where the desert meets the ocean, and beach walks stretch for miles with only the occasional surfer for company. Baja Sage is my own corner of it, and I can't wait to share it with you. The information below is here to help with your trip planning, your free time during the retreat, and your days before and after. It's based on my own discoveries and favourite places, so adapt it to your budget and your own delights.
If you have any questions, please reach out.
Happy planning!
Phone a Friend
If you get stuck, I'm simply a call or text away: Tania Carrière, +1 917 674 5245, on WhatsApp or my iPhone.
Please Complete the Following So I Can Prepare for Your Arrival
Participant Information Form
This form is vital to my planning and to making sure your personal requirements are taken care of. Please complete it by Monday, October 19, 2026.
Participant Release Forms
This document includes a Letter of Responsibility and a Permission for Photography. Please read it fully, complete the blue sections, and return it to tania@advivum.ca by Monday, October 19, 2026. [PARTICIPANT RELEASE FORMS BUTTON]
Our Marco Polo Circle
Beginning Tuesday, October 13, I'll share short videos with our group at least twice a week, so our council can begin gathering long before we arrive in Baja. Marco Polo is a free video-messaging app: you watch whenever it suits your day, and you can reply with a video of your own whenever something stirs. To join, download Marco Polo from the App Store or Google Play, create your free account, and tap the invitation link below. This group is for Baja Wisdom Council sisters only. [MARCO POLO GROUP INVITATION LINK]
Group Pre-Retreat Call
Please join me on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 10:30 PT / 1:30 ET to meet one another and bring any questions before your forms are due. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5260219495?omn=86069178423
Coaching
Your one-on-one coaching sessions will take place after our time together at Baja Sage. Please use the links below to book both of your integration sessions.
Arrival and Departure Times
I welcome you to Baja Sage on Monday, November 2, at 11 am. We begin with a little time to settle in, followed by our opening circle and our first celebratory dinner together. Our retreat closes on Saturday, November 7, by noon. Baja Sage is in El Pescadero, on the Pacific coast just south of Todos Santos, about an hour and 15 minutes' drive from the San José del Cabo airport.
Coming to Mexico
Entry Requirements
Please check the entry requirements for your country, including visas, on the Mexican government website. I also suggest visiting your own government's official travel site for additional information. [MEXICO GOVERNMENT WEBSITE BUTTON]
Arriving at San José del Cabo Airport (SJD). SJD is a major airport with lots of flight options. On arrival, you'll go through customs first.
You'll have the option of going through the scanners or the "old school" in-person customs desk — whichever line is moving faster. I usually choose the machines, but it's entirely up to you.
Then you will collect your bags and pass through a second line run by the Department of Agriculture, where your bags may be scanned for fruits and vegetables.
As you leave the arrivals hall, kind but persistent salespeople may approach you with "assistance," directing you to the left or right door or offering a car service or hotel reservation. Either door will bring you out; the only difference is where their counters are. Simply thank them graciously and keep walking.
NOTE: My best advice is to visit the washroom and the ATM before leaving the airport. Neither are available en route to the retreat location. Same thing goes for food! If you are famished, grab a taco before continuing on!
Getting to Baja Sage
Arriving by Car
To come directly to Baja Sage, follow directions to Baja Sage on Google Maps. If a few of you would like to share, I'm happy to help coordinate it. You will need access to transport during the week to get to Todos Santos or the hikes. I can also help you arrange taxi rides too.
Note: The road to Baja Sage is a Toll road 118 to 120 Mexican Pesos (around $5.50 to $7.00 USD)
Getting There: Your Options
Private transfer: (recommended): I can arrange a private, door-to-door transfer for you with a trusted local driver. The cost is 150 US dollars each way for one or two people travelling together, so if your arrival time lines up with another woman's, you can share the ride and the cost. Just email me your flight details and arrival time, and I'll take care of the booking.
By public bus: (budget option): From the airport, a shuttle bus runs into San José del Cabo's bus station (tickets available at the Eco Baja Tours desk in Arrivals, buses roughly every 15 minutes). From there, catch the blue and white Águila bus toward Todos Santos, getting off in El Pescadero — this leg takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and costs approximately 170 pesos. It's economical, but involves a transfer partway and more waiting than a private transfer.
Self-drive: If you'd prefer your own car for the week, you can rent directly at the airport. Once you're on the road, here are directions straight to Baja Sage: Google Maps link.
Note: At this time, all rental cars must be retrieved in Cabo San Lucas or SJD Airport.
Your Free Time in Pescadero
Each day, you'll have the hours after breakfast (8 to 9:30 am) and before our afternoon session (2:30 pm) to spend as you please. Here are some of my favourite things. If a few of you would like to go somewhere together, organize yourselves, and I'm happy to help arrange a lift or come along.
Many local businesses reopen for the season in the fall, so I'll keep this list up to date as they do.
Easy Breakfast or Lunch, Walkable from Baja Sage
Mas Olas — This Kimpton resort is right across the street, with amazing beach views and a wonderful breakfast or lunch … and sunset cocktail …
TOMY Bakery — Everything is freshly baked each morning, and the coffee is great too. About a 10-minute walk.
Mini Super Munchies — A quick snack close to the beach. About a 5-minute walk.
Great Places for Lunch
Jazamango (about a 15-minute drive) — Chef Javier Plascencia's celebrated farm-to-table restaurant in Todos Santos, and one of the best meals in Baja. [BOOK YOUR RESERVATION HERE: https://www.jazamango.mx/]
Hierbabuena (about a 5-minute drive or 20-minute walk) — A rustic, lovely farm restaurant here in Pescadero, set among its own gardens and known for creative dishes and cocktails.
Barracuda Cantina (about a 5- to 10-minute drive or 40-minute walk) — Right on Cerritos Beach, famous for its fish tacos, and a perfect stop after a morning in the waves.
Oystera (about a 15-minute drive) — Set in Todos Santos' oldest sugar mill, with dramatic archways and beautiful tilework. It's a little more upscale, and wonderful for fresh seafood.
Doce Cuarenta (about a 15-minute drive) — A relaxed café in downtown Todos Santos, lovely for a light lunch as you wander the galleries.
Cocina de Campo by Agricole — A farm-to-table restaurant and organic market right here in El Pescadero, Michelin Bib Gourmand–recognized, set in a garden on a working farm.
Santo Chilote - my favourite taco shop. Authentic, simple, fresh, and yummy. Vegetarians - these have the best coconut-crusted avocado tacos… MY FAV!
Driving times are from Baja Sage and approximate.
Baja restaurants often close one or two days a week, so please check hours before you go.
Beaches
Our beach at Mas Olas — Just a 5-minute walk. Exit the driveway and turn right, take your first left, and follow the road to the beach access right beside the hotel.
Cerritos Beach — Pescadero's beloved surf beach, with a long golden sweep of sand, gentle beginner-friendly waves, and a laid-back surfer crowd. There are lots of beach bars here too, so it's easy to settle in for an afternoon.
Surf lessons at Cerritos — Surf schools line the beach and offer lessons and board rentals for all levels. This is a joyful way to try something new.
Activities Worth Looking Into
Aureo Fitness — Beautiful Pilates and yoga, about a 15-minute walk from Baja Sage. Aureo Baja
Massage with Hesed at Aureo — Also about a 15-minute walk. WhatsApp him directly at +55 5381 5300 and let him know you're one of my guests — he'll fit you in. Honestly, the best massage I've ever had, anywhere. You can see the massage menu here.
Hike at San Cristóbal — I recommend hiking about half of this trail and diverting to the point (the dotted line on the map) before turning back. The views from the point are absolutely incredible.
Saul, shaman — You can WhatsApp him directly at +52 612 107 5865.
La Dicha — private sound attunement and healing — Book by email at ladichabsc@gmail.com. La Dicha on Instagram
La Dicha Sound Bath — Tuesday, November 3 — This one is very popular, so please let me know if you're interested and I'll register us in advance. A donation is suggested; evening, time to be confirmed. La Dicha on Instagram · Map
Todos Santos, one of Mexico's Pueblos Mágicos, is about 15 minutes up the road and full of art shops. Wander the colourful streets of the historic centre, browse the galleries and boutiques, and linger over a coffee in the shade. [TANIA'S FAVOURITE SHOPS, GALLERIES AND THINGS TO DO]
A few links if you'd like to read more about the area:
Todos Santos, a Pueblo Mágico · Todos Santos on Wikipedia · Crossing the Tropic of Cancer in Baja
Creative Activities
Watercolour workshops with Isabel von Zastrow — A half-day class, 10,000 pesos, with all supplies included. Let me know if you're interested — if there's enough interest, I'll book her for the group. More about her courses
Equine therapy at Los Sagrados — A horse and donkey sanctuary here in El Pescadero, where equine-assisted sessions invite a calm, deep connection with the horses. Sessions can be private or in a group. Experiences at the ranch
Our One Night Out — One evening, we'll dress up and head out together for dinner at The Green Room (about a 40-minute drive), a relaxed beachfront seafood restaurant overlooking the Pacific at Playa La Pastora, north of Todos Santos. It's known as the place to be for a Baja Sur sunset, so we'll arrive in time to watch it together.
Weather
November is a wonderful time to visit Baja. Expect daytime highs of around 27°C (80°F) and evening lows of around 17°C (63°F), with sunny blue skies by day and cool, clear, breezy evenings. Rain is extremely rare at this time of year — however, it has been an El Niño year, and Pacific storms have been fierce, so please check your weather app before you pack.
What to Wear
Think casual beach vibe, even at the restaurants. Pack sandals, sundresses, and sturdy shoes for a hike. The evenings cool quickly once the sun sets, so bring a sweater, a warm wrap or a light puffy jacket. Dining is always outside for every meal, the Mexican way here — this includes most restaurants too.
For our one night out, bring one "fancy" outfit: think boho chic.
What to Bring
You'll be carrying your case over sand and uneven ground, so pack accordingly.
A water bottle
A beach bag
Sunscreen
Your toiletries
At Baja Sage, hairdryers and towels are provided, and there's a pool on site.
Please bring your own shampoo, conditioner, soap, and other toiletries.
Currency and Payment
The Mexican peso is the currency of Mexico. Its code is MXN, and it uses the same dollar sign as Canada and the US, so you'll sometimes see it written with M, MX or MEX in front to set it apart.
Mexico is a digital payments society: credit cards are welcome in most restaurants and shops, including most in Pescadero and Todos Santos. Pesos are handy for smaller purchases, tips and roadside stalls, and Pescadero doesn't have a reliable ATM, so the nearest dependable one is in Todos Santos. Prices are often listed in both pesos and US dollars. When paying by card, it's generally in your favour to be charged in pesos rather than a converted rate, which uses an exchange rate that favours the seller.
I find the easiest way to get pesos is to withdraw from the ATM at the airport — there are quite a few of them right as you exit the customs area, before you reach the mariachi bands and tequila bars.
SIM or eSIM for Your Phone
Travelling "old school," without your phone, can be wonderfully freeing. It keeps you in the moment and nudges you to connect with locals for directions and advice. Travelling with cell service can be comforting too, knowing you can find your way or reach someone if you need to. When you travel outside your usual coverage, you have four choices:
Don't use cell service at all, and use apps only on Wi-Fi.
Use your phone only in an emergency and accept the roaming charges.
Sign up for an international plan with your regular provider, either a temporary upgrade or a daily rate on days you use your phone abroad.
Buy a short-term plan from a provider local to where you're going, which is often much less expensive.
For option 4, an eSIM makes it easy. Instead of swapping the tiny physical SIM card in your phone, you buy a travel eSIM online, download it, and toggle it on and off in your settings. To check whether your phone is compatible, go to Settings, find the Cellular section, and look for "Add eSIM." Plans vary by location (Mexico only, North America, global), duration and data, and most let you top up later; just check the cost first.
I recommend Airalo, a well-established and highly rated eSIM company with reliable coverage and prices in CAD or USD. Use the code TANIA9228 at checkout for 3 dollars off. Airalo has plenty of instructions, videos, and customer support to help it all run smoothly.
Adaptors
Mexico uses the same Type A and Type B outlets and a similar voltage (127V) as Canada and the United States, so no adaptor is needed if you're travelling from either.
Getting Around
Local Taxis: Taxis here don't use meters, so always agree on the price before you set off. Most are cash only, in pesos or US dollars.
Google Maps Offline: You can use Google Maps without data: just open the map and search your destination while you're still on Wi-Fi.
Tips for Jet Lag
My tip: sleep on the plane, drink lots of water, and once you land, set your clock to local time right away. Don't keep checking what time it is at home; be present in your new time zone. Stay awake on your first day until after dinner (I walk a lot to keep myself from napping), and set an alarm for a reasonable wake-up time the next morning. You'll be on your way.