Bajas espiritu santo island is a magical place where the. Isla di espiritu santo, baja california, mexico on a desert island on the sea of cortez, far from the rest of the world, i set up a tented camp with a group of friends. Espiritu santo the most beautiful island in mexico. More on our travels through baja california can be found in our travel section. Sea kayaking and camping on espiritu santo island in the sea of cortez in baja, mexico provides the opportunity to explore the beautiful white sand beaches of baja, explore canyons adorned with hanging fig trees, boulder up arroyos and snorkel with friendly sea lions and tropical fish. Fun baja can arrange for multiday camping trips on the island. A few hours from the busy capes, the virtually uninhabited island of espiritu santo is home to the most luxurious of camphotels. The trip officially kicked off with an orientation and equipment fitting at the hacienda. Its served by flights from mexico city, guadalajara and some us hubs click on the. When you join cabo expeditions on this daylong, guided adventure, youll discover why espiritu santo island a unesco world heritage site is called the jewel of the sea of cortez. Espiritu santo is a large island in vanuatu with some of the best beaches in the country, including tiny island resorts. We combined this with some of bajas extraordinary marine wildlife for the journey of a lifetime.
This long narrow island is abundant in wildlife, both above and below the oceans surface, and a popular destination for travelers looking to experience some of the best of mexicos outdoors. Choose from a wide range of region map types and styles. After a warm breakfast prepared by your guides, youll pack your belongings into the kayaks for the morning paddle. Once we get there our activities are snorkeling with the playful sea lions, time to enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches of the area and sight seeing. Espiritu santo espiritu santo is in the largest island in vanuatu. While visiting baja california sur, it is definitely a must to see espiritu santo island. Baja california isla espiritu santo circumnavigation by sea. These free, printable travel maps of baja are divided into ten regions.
If this is your philosophy, then baja camp will appeal. In todays hectic, overcrowded world, many people are coming to the conclusion that the true luxuries in life are space, time and a simple, stressfree lifestyle. We took a smaller boat out with choya tours and had a won. Top 10 hotels in isla espiritu santo, mexico cancel free on. Explore baja california holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. Isla espiritu santo is an island in the gulf of california, off the mexican state of baja california sur. Feb 03, 2018 i had a chance to visit espiritu santo island in the gulf of california here is what it looked like guys. Isla di espiritu santo, baja california, mexico andrea tamagnini baja camp the isle of espiritu santo is a natural reserve, uninhabited by humans. Our map displays the areas and neighborhoods around all isla espiritu santo hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. Photo by marla jo fisher, orange county register scng the tour was supposed to. A number of operators run activities here, including kayaking and. Isla espiritu santo baja california the simple proof. This is a truly remarkable place deserving of international preservation.
Ecotourism was a new and revolutionary concept in mexico, and has set an. Swim with the sea lions and snorkeling in the beautiful clear waters of the sea of cortes at espiritu santo island. Connected to isla espiritu santo by a narrow sandbar, isla partida is a much smaller island, but still has beautiful bays, beaches, dive sites, hiking, and camping opportunities. Once upon a time, long, long before the first footprint appeared on a beach on the baja california peninsula, in fact, long before there was a beach upon which a footprint could appear, a cataclysm shook the part of the globe where we now live. Espiritu santo is a large 102 square km island surrounded by a set of smaller islets.
A campingandsnorkeling expedition to isla espiritu santo showed the island s rugged beauty and natures unpredictability. Isla espiritu santo and swimming with the sea lions. My sister and i signed up for the tour that swims with the sea lions that live there. Three miles across the sea from tecolote beach, there is the espiritu santo island, a thin reddish streak on the horizon. Our island tour allows you to swim and play with sea lions, snorkel over shallow coral reefs. Named the worlds aquarium by jacques cousteau, it is a prime spot for whale watching and snorkeling. Isla espiritu santo is an island inhabited by sea lions. Volcanic in origin, it has a mountain range running along its west coast. The camp is situated on one of the most beautiful bays on the island approximately. It doesnt have quite the activities and infrastructure of port vila, but it does have worldclass diving, some excellent upmarket island resorts and some of the most jawdroppingly beautiful beaches in the archipelago. Explore isla espiritu santo by kayak and enjoy a six or nine day itinerary in some of the most pristine water and beautiful scenery in the world. Espiritu santo island is located in the sea of cortez. There are small fishing camps at either end of the island, but otherwise the island in. The spectacular western side of the island, as shown in this photo, is deeply carved by long fingerlike coves that provide shelter from the winds and waves.
After over an hour at sea, we reached the highlight of our excursion. Espiritu santo is a divers paradise with a multitude of sites and wrecks. Lunch at ensenada beach inside espiritu santo island. Text adapted from the conservation chapter of the book island biogeography in. Baja camp is in cadelero bay on isla espiritu santo connected to isla partida by a narrow isthmus. It is separated from isla partida by a narrow canal it has a land area of 80. Its part of a unesco world heritage site comprising 244 sea of cortez islands and coastal areas, and is a worthy day trip. Due to high winds, we shuttled to a farther beach pichilingue for a shorter boat ride to espiritu santo island. Departure from pichilingue beach to espiritu santo island. An unforgettable adventure at mexicos isla espiritu santo. Exploring isla espiritu santo baja california the simple. Named the worlds aquarium by jacques cousteau, it is a. Each year pacific gray whales migrate from the arctic to the breeding. Although there are some halfdozen families of fishermen who live on the island, espiritu santo is a protected reserve, known mainly for being the permanent home of more than five hundred sealions.
Snorkeling adventure at espiritu santo island national park. Espiritu santo tour is packed with surprises for naturelovers, old and young. Bajas espiritu santo island is a magical place where the life is in the. River rafting trips in utah, colorado, idaho, arizona. In the 1960s the state of baja california sur was granted legal status as a. Espiritu santo, largest 1,420 square miles 3,677 square km and westernmost island of vanuatu, in the southwestern pacific ocean. A national park, espiritu santo is a haven for wildlife and is celebrated for great snorkeling and countless secluded beaches. It is separated from isla partida by a narrow canal. The reefs and waters lapping this island shelter an incredible diversity of marine life, including vibrant coral, parrotfish, rainbow wrasse, dolphins, and whale sharks. On the other hand, there are not much of authentic features, which we usually expect from vanuatu, like wild tribes or volcanoes. Share on facebook share on twitter share on linked in share by email.
Awake to freshly brewed coffee and tea as the sunrise spills golden light onto this serene desert island. Better known simply as santo, this is vanuatus largest island and one of its most enjoyable. Best of baja through mar y aventuras we got to watch gray whales in magdalena bay and fish from the beach, behold the amazing power of tidal action on the sandy barrier islands, snorkel with sea lions, swim with whale sharks, go on a nature hike and kayak tours on espiritu santo isle. Explore isla espiritu santo by kayak and enjoy a six or nine day itinerary in some of the most pristine water and beautiful scenery in. Several companies offer this day trip from town, and you can also catch a. Matagorda island air force base is a closed military airfield on the north end of matagorda island, northeast of corpus christi, texas. Espiritu santo tourism association about espiritu santo. Baja sea kayak sea kakayaking espiritu santo island. Tabwemasana rises to 6,165 feet 1,879 metres, the highest point in vanuatu. Water levels rose and fell, mountains crunched skyward and subsided, water flooded and ebbed, and at the end of a certain amount of time a sprinkling.
Taste the culture of baja as you sample the traditional, local cuisine on this fullday adventure. Team up with our passionate local guides for an immersive tour of espiritu santo archipelagos. Espiritu santo or santo as this beautiful northern vanuatu island is fondly known as, is the largest of the 83 vanuatu islands and you will truly be treated to an away from the masses holiday experience when you come and visit this unrushed northern region of vanuatu. The simple proof takes us on an adventure to the uninhabited island in the sea of cortez called isla espiritu santo. We took a smaller boat out with choya tours and had a wonderful time. The espiritu santo tourism association espiritu santo, vanuatu. Matagorda island afb abandoned is situated 4 miles east of espiritu santo bay. From simple outline map graphics to detailed map of isla espiritu santo. They were incredibly knowledgable about the area and prepared delicious meals for us during our stay. It was about an hour ride before we entered candellero bay, our home for the next 4 nights. The boats are well equipped, well organized, affordable and with an experienced captain and friendly guide. Snorkel with a colony of sea lions within a protected habitat at isla espiritu santo. According to the nature conservancy, the sea of cortez is the second most diverse marine body in the world. This page provides a complete overview of isla espiritu santo, baja california sur, mexico region maps.
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