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Coastal view of Ensenada, Mexico, featuring yellow and pastel buildings, a church tower and sprawling hillside neighborhoods backed by dramatic mountains.

Ensenada, Mexico

Cruises to Ensenada, Mexico

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Things to do in Ensenada

Ensenada greets you with warm Baja sun, Mediterranean‑style climate, friendly locals and a seaside buzz that’s just 90 minutes south of San Diego. You’ll explore marine geysers, wine valleys and shopping promenades — with a solid dose of food, wine and tequila to keep your spirits high. Whether you’re hunting silver jewelry or sipping cabernet in Guadalupe Valley, Ensenada delivers easy‑going adventure and flavor.

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  • Close-up of street-style seafood tostadas in Ensenada topped with shrimp, octopus, avocado slices and hot sauce on crispy tortillas.

    Sample street tacos, fresh seafood and tequila pairings that turn every bite into a Baja memory.

  • White stucco building with red-tiled roof, arched windows and tower at Riviera del Pacífico in Ensenada, surrounded by palms and gardens.

    Explore the Riviera del Pacifico, once a playground for 1930s Hollywood stars, now filled with art-deco charm and garden strolls.

  • Ocean waves forcefully spraying through the rocky cliffs at La Bufadora blowhole near Ensenada.

    Stand in awe at La Bufadora, a natural blowhole that sends ocean spray rocketing over 100 feet into the air.

  • Close-up of small colorful leather purses with floral designs hanging in a market stall.

    Shop Avenida López Mateos for silver, woven goods and folkloric performances with mariachi and traditional dance.

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Shore excursions to explore in Ensenada

Pick your passion — whether you’re sipping wine, riding ATVs or chasing natural thrills, these tours give you Ensenada cruises with flavor you won’t want to miss.…

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  • View of vineyards and green hills in Ensenada with tall palm trees in the foreground and mountains in the distance.

    City Drive & Mexican Folkloric Fiesta

    Take the coastal drive through Ensenada, visit the boardwalk and scientific research centre, explore the gardens of Riviera del Pacifico, then settle into a lively folkloric fiesta with mariachi, traditional dances and craft shopping. Cap it all off with time to sip local drinks, browse handmade wares and chat with artists between performances.

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  • Wooden gate opening to rows of vineyards in Ensenada with mountain peaks and blue sky in the background.

    Made in Mexico – Ensenada Eats

    This foodie‑tour takes you to five spots: start at a taco stand, then fish taco haven, steamed clams venue, sea‑urchin tostada legend and finish with Baja wine tastings at Vinos Ensenada. Expect flavor explosions, street‑tour energy and a walking pace that means going full local. Along the way, you’ll learn why Ensenada is Mexico’s new food capital.

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  • Rows of green grapevines stretching across the Guadalupe Valley under an overcast sky.

    Mexican Dancing Horses & Tequila Tasting

    Cruise into the Guadalupe Valley and arrive at Fuego Ranch for an equestrian show where dancing horses steal the scene, then return to town for an immersive tequila‑making and tasting session. You’ll also have time to mingle with locals, explore the grounds and snap your fill of scenic snaps.

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  • Close-up of a Harris’s hawk perched on a gloved hand, with sharp yellow talons and rich brown plumage.

    Harris’s Hawk Falconry Encounter with Brunch

    In the foothills of Guadalupe Valley, meet Harris’s hawks in a falconry demo on a vineyard property, learn how they assist in vineyard pest control, then brunch in the garden setting and soak in countryside breeze before heading back to the ship. Expect feathered theatrics, stunning vineyard views and a peaceful pause from city bustle.

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  • Rocky desert trail winding through green shrubs toward towering mountain ridges beneath a bright blue sky.

    Wine Country ATV Adventure

    Hit the dirt trails in Guadalupe Valley on ATVs, race past vineyards and mountain back‑roads, enjoy dusty thrills followed by a chill local wine tasting to end the ride in contrast‑mode: adrenaline then cabernet. The rugged terrain keeps things exciting, while the vino delivers the calm.

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  • Aerial view of Todos Santos beach with turquoise waves, sandy shore and a colorful coastal building set against desert hills.

    Snorkel by Boat at Todos Santos

    Board a boat bound for the Todos Santos Islands off the Ensenada coast, gear up for snorkeling in kelp forests and crystal water, maybe spot dolphins or whales and then wrap with a fresh fruit and beverage break before the return ride. Your divemaster adds fun facts and ensures water safety while you float above a teeming marine world.

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When your ship docks at Ensenada’s deep‑water terminal as part of your Mexico cruise itinerary, you step off straight into Baja flavor — just minutes from downtown experiences. The industrial‑chic pier sits right by the action, so you move from ship deck to seafood stand without missing a beat. With nearby wineries, shopping and natural stunners, Ensenada is both easy and rich.

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Discover Ensenada on your next cruise

Ensenada cruises serve up the sweet life: Baja wine‑country rides, blowholes that erupt like nature’s liquid fireworks and local culture that’s completely unfiltered. With Princess Cruises you get the comfort of ship‑life and the thrill of stepping into Mexico’s second‑most‑visited port of call, where menus, markets and memories take centre stage. Roll into Ensenada ready to taste, explore and unwind.

Cruises to Ensenada
Seawater shooting high into the air from rocky cliffs at La Bufadora blowhole under a clear blue sky.
Feel the raw force of nature at La Bufadora, where the Pacific erupts skyward in a spectacular ocean geyser.
Wide pedestrian walkway of Ensenada’s malecón with palm trees, benches and people enjoying the oceanfront view.
Wide pedestrian walkway of Ensenada’s malecón with palm trees, benches and people enjoying the oceanfront view.
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