Land Tours

Espiritu Santo Island Tour

Espíritu Santo Island is a tourist destination in Baja California Sur, Mexico, known for its natural beauty and biodiversity. It is an uninhabited site that is part of the Espíritu Santo Archipelago National Park.

History

• Hernán Cortés discovered it in 1534 and named it the Island of Pearls.
• In 1631, Francisco de Ortega and Juan de Iturbide renamed it Espíritu Santo Island.
• In the 19th century, Gastón Vives established a pearl farm in San Gabriel Bay.
• In 2005, UNESCO declared it a World Natural Heritage Site.
• In 2007, it was officially designated as Espíritu Santo Archipelago National Park.

Biodiversity

• The island features a variety of habitats, including mangroves, rocky reefs, beaches, bays, and estuaries.
• It is home to a rich diversity of fish, mammals, seabirds, and invertebrates.
• 32 reptile species, 98 bird species, and 16 endemic species have been recorded.

Activities

• Swim, snorkel, or dive alongside sea lions.
• Fish in its various inlets.
• Birdwatching, including herons, seagulls, and magnificent frigatebirds.
• Admire endemic species such as bibisuris, black hares, and juancitos.