Isabel Island is an archipelago of rock formation of volcanic origin located 28 kilometers off the coast of Nayarit in the Mexican Pacific. It is the natural refuge and sanctuary for seabirds, both resident and migratory, providing shelter, food and nesting. Nine species of seabirds breed here, we can find blue-footed boobies, brown pelicans, frigatebirds, brown gulls, beautiful white-tailed gulls, and a unique and invaluable small colony of red-legged booby ducks and even an alvine frigatebird.
It covers a surface area of ??194 hectares with several ecosystems, mangrove lagoon, sandy beach, slope and coastline, housing a wide variety of species such as mollusks, echinoderms, crustaceans, marine mammals, 24 species of rays and sharks, six species of reptiles and 92 birds among others.
The island was declared a national park on December 8, 1980 and in 2003 it was designated as a Ramsar site due to its ecological importance.
10% discount applies if the deposit is made before September 30th.
Includes:
Round-trip transfer to Isla Isabel from San Blas, Nayarit.
Camping permits for 2 nights.
CONANP park bracelets.
6 day dives and 2 night dives.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the stay on the island.
Dive guide.
Hiking guide.
3 hiking trails and bird watching.
Souvenir photo package.
Not included::
Transfer to San Blas.
Hotel stay in San Blas.
Meals during the stay in San Blas.
Night dive (optional).
Diving equipment.
Tent and sleeping bag.
Tips/Gratuities.
Anything not listed under "Includes."
DAN dive insurance.
Recommendations on what to bring:
Diving equipment (surface marker buoy and flashlight are mandatory).
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards.
USB power bank.
Sleeping bag.
Small travel pillow.
Biodegradable insect repellent.
Biodegradable sunscreen.
Outdoor hat/cap and polarized sunglasses.
Small personal hygiene kit.
Medications (if you take any specific ones).
Book and board games.
Comfortable beachwear and a windbreaker.
Basic rules and best practices for the National Park:
Life jacket must be worn at all times.
Take photos, but do not take souvenirs (sand, shells, rocks, etc.).
Respect park signage.
Follow your guide and heed their instructions.
Respect the rules and instructions given by CONANP staff.
Stay close to your group during your visit.
Your wristbands are your entry passes—don't forget them!
NOT PERMITTED:
Bringing or consuming alcoholic beverages.
Playing loud music.
Littering or disposing of trash in unauthorized areas (even organic waste).
Climbing or walking on paths not designated by your guide; doing so poses a risk to both you and the nesting birds.
Hiking the trails without a guide.
Standing on the reefs.
Dropping anchors.
Feeding wildlife.
ITINERARIO.
First day
Meeting in San Blas. Overnight stay at a hotel of your choice; we recommend *Casa de las Cocadas* due to its proximity to the FONATUR marina, as well as its value and quality.
6:00 AM: Meeting at the FONATUR marina; boat departure at 6:00 AM.
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Arrival at Isla Isabel.
10:00 AM: Camp setup and breakfast.
11:30 AM: Welcome briefing and dive operations overview.
12:00 PM: Departure for the first dive of the day.
1:30 PM: Return to camp to relax, have snacks, and rehydrate.
2:00 PM: Departure for the second dive of the day.
3:30 PM: Return to camp. Lunch.
5:00 PM: Trail excursion.
6:30 PM: Dinner.
7:30 PM: Sunset walk.
Free time.
10:00 PM: Lights out/bedtime.
Subsequent days on the island.
8:00 AM: Breakfast.
9:30 AM: Briefing and dive operations.
10:00 AM: Departure for the first dive of the day.
12:00 PM: Return to camp to relax, have snacks, and rehydrate.
1:00 PM: Departure for the second dive of the day.
2:30 PM: Return to camp. Lunch.
4:00 PM: Trail excursion and visit to the scientific camp.
6:30 PM: Dinner.
7:30 PM: Sunset walk.
Free time.
10:00 PM: Lights out; opportunity for night photography. We will conduct a stargazing tour on one of the days, weather permitting.
Last day.
8:00 AM: Breakfast.
9:30 AM: Break down camp and load boats. Free time.
