Carmen Island Day Tour

1 Days
Beginner
$295

6 hours

Isla del Carmen is Loreto National Park’s largest and most varied island with marine fossils, fun snorkeling, bighorn sheep and beaches ranging from smooth cobbles to red pebbles to white sand.

Your guide and panga captain will take you on an exploration of island and sea and enrich your experience with knowledgeable and fun interaction.. Paddle the coast of the island, walk the shoreline, snorkel, and enjoy lunch on the beach. Relax and take in the delightful remoteness of the island! Return to Loreto in the early afternoon, pausing to visit with the dolphins or whales if they happen past.

All paddling gear and National Park passes included. No experience necessary. Pricing in USD per person

Western Isla del Carmen
Between Isla Cholla and Bahia Marquer
Great mountain views, interesting snorkeling, and unique beaches.

1 person $539
2 people $365
3-6 people $275

Northern or Southern Isla del Carmen
Between Isla Cholla and El Refugio or Bahia Marquer and Punta Baja
Some of the most popular and spectacular beaches!

1 person $549
2 people $395
3-6 people $295

Eastern Isla del Carmen
Between El Refugio and Punta Baja
The remote and wild far side, with the amazing Arroyo Blanco.

1 person $679
2 people $412
3-6 people $325

Skill Level

No experience necessary.

Relaxing activity.

Ability to swim is recommended but not required.

Where to check-in prior to trip day

Check in at our Expedition Base. It’s located near the center of Loreto, on Nicolas Bravo 2 doors south of the tall concrete auditorium. It is staffed at designated meeting times and during store hours.

Our Expedition Base is located near the center of Loreto, on Nicolas Bravo 2 doors south of the tall concrete auditorium. It is staffed at designated meeting times and during store hours.

Directions

Go to the waterfront, and turn south on the Malecon (the waterfront road/walkway). At the end of the road and walkway, turn inland (right) one block, then turn left. Pass the tall concrete building on the right, and one house. Our name is painted on the outside wall. We will be prepared to meet you at the pre-arranged meeting time, or during store hours.

Where to meet on trip day

On the morning of your trip, meet at the blue whale statue at the Loreto Marina

  • Stable and fun sit-on-top kayak or paddleboard
  • Paddle
  • Life jacket
  • Drybag
  • Leash for paddleboard; skirt for sea kayak
  • Snorkel gear – mask, fins, snorkel
  • Wetsuit – 2mm shorty & neoprene top if desired
  • Panga (motorboat) and captain
  • Certified guide (ACA and/or British Canoeing; WFR)
  • Safety gear
  • Lunch & snacks
  • National Park permits
  • Sea kayaks available by request for experienced paddlers.
For paddling
  • 1 liter of water
  • Sunscreen and lip protection
  • Sunglasses with strap
  • Strap for regular glasses
  • Hat for sun
  • Non-cotton long-sleeve shirt
  • Quick-dry shorts/pants
  • Water shoes or sandals with heel strap
  • Towel
  • Bathing suit
  • Sense of adventure!
Optional
  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Sarong or wrap
  • Journal, book
  • Paddling gloves
Included. Bring your own only if preferred.

Wetsuit – 2mm shorty & neoprene top
Mask, fins, snorkel
Snacks

Tips for your guides/coaches/captains are always appreciated! Fifteen percent is typical, but completely at your discretion. Tips may be added to your credit card bill if you’d like (5% fee), or handed in cash to your lead guide at the end of the trip, to divide among the guide and captain team. Mexican pesos are ideal, but unmarked US dollars with no rips or physical damage are also good in any denomination.

Tips for taxis are included in the trip price.

Thank you!

Payment

Balance is due upon reservation.

Cancellation

Before 7 days advance of trip: full credit or refund minus 15% administrative fees.
Within 7 days of trip, full credit if used within a week, subject to availability.
Half credit for a future season.
No refunds.

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