Circumnavigation to
Isla del Carmen

14 days

Expedition 

Circumnavigation to

Isla del Carmen

Every year we organize a special expedition outside of our regular schedule to a unique destination. This annual expedition brings together the most enthusiastic paddlers who seek unique itineraries and remote, pristine locations.

This year, this experience will be a circumnavigation of Isla del Carmen from April 23 to May 6, 2027. On this trip, you will have the opportunity to explore one of the least-visited islands in Baja California Sur and discover the many caves and beaches found along its coastline.

Expedition

Fitness level

Kayaking level

Trip duration

14 days

Expedition duration

12 days

Minimum age

14 years 

*previous approval is necesary

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Included Services

  • Certified guide(s).
  • Single and/or double kayak.
  • Kayak gear.
  • Camping gear (shared tent and sleeping pad).
  • Transportation: round shuttle from the hotel in Loreto to the starting / ending point of the trip.
  • All meals and beverages at camp.
  • Happy Hour at night.
  • Hotel nights in Loreto before and after the expedition.
  • Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Loreto.

Not included services

  • Airport transfers.
  • Flights.
  • Tips.
  • Sleeping bags.
  • Snorkel gear.
  • Wetsuit.

Available for rental

Gear2 days
Wetsuit$800 MXN
Snorkel gear.$600 MXN
Sleeping bag$600 MXN
Single tent$600 MXN
Foldable chair$500 MXN

About the destination

Isla del Carmen

Isla del Carmen

Isla del Carmen is one of the islands protected by the Bahía de Loreto National Park, a Protected Natural Area established in 1996 to preserve one of the most important marine ecosystems in the Sea of Cortez. The park encompasses the waters surrounding Carmen, Danzante, Montserrat, Santa Catalina, and Coronados Islands, and is part of the Gulf of California, a region recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Located just off the coast of Loreto, Isla del Carmen is known for its striking and contrasting landscapes, where towering volcanic mountains meet light-colored sandy beaches, secluded coves, and crystal-clear waters in shades of blue. Its coastline offers excellent opportunities for kayaking and snorkeling, while its surrounding waters are home to a remarkable diversity of marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, rays, and a wide variety of fish.

Isla del Carmen offers some of the most spectacular landscapes in Bahía de Loreto National Park. Its secluded beaches, calm waters, and clear skies create the perfect setting for camping, paddling, swimming, and enjoying nature far from the hustle and bustle of urban areas.

Visiting Isla del Carmen is an opportunity to discover the true essence of the Sea of Cortez—a place where the desert, mountains, and sea come together, and where biodiversity and history are woven into the same unforgettable experience.

Fauna

You will have the opportunity to observe a wide variety of marine and wildlife species, including California sea lions, tropical fish, seasonal whales, dolphins, rays, brown pelicans, blue-footed boobies, ospreys, frigate birds, herons, and egrets.