One of Loreto Mexico’s many wonders is the Bay of Loreto National Marine Park.  Whether diving, camping, fishing, snorkeling, hiking, biking or just watching wildlife - the marine park has something for everyone.  The conservancy is approximately 800 square miles and contains five islands: Coronado, Del Carmen, Danzante, Montserrate and Santa Catalina.  It is the largest marine sanctuary in all of Mexico.

If you’d like to visit our beautiful Loreto marine park, the following regulations offer a helpful guide:

1. Make sure you register entrance at the administration of the Marine Park.  If you’re going on an adventure be sure to use the services of an authorized company.  They will have an ID card from SEMARNAP signifying they are allowed to offer tourist services.
2. Horses and motorized vehicles are only allowed on designated routes   (beach access is not allowed)
3. Jet skis must stay 200 meters off shore and 250 meters from swimmers.  They are not allowed around the islands.
4. Pets are not allowed on the islands
5. Respect the local flora and fauna, use established trails.
6. All waste must be carried out, "pack it in, pack it out"
7. Divers are not allowed to use spear guns and should dry not to disturb the natural habitat.  You must maintain a distance of 5 meters from any marine life while under water.  Vessels are required to keep a distance of 50 meters. 
8. Fishing licenses are required for everyone in a boat regardless of whether or not they are fishing.  Licenses allow the capture of finfish only - do not exceed the limit issued with the license. 
9. Catch and release is encouraged
10. Fileting is not permitted aboard a vessel or on the islands - only on the coastal areas of Loreto
11. If you plan to take your catch home with you, you’ll need a copy of your license as well as a "sport fishing report"

We encourage you to enjoy the beautiful marine sanctuary of Loreto!  Please just be respectful of our unique ecosystem.  The locals here have worked very hard to create a harmonious existence with Loreto’s special nature preserve.

For more information about Loreto, Mexico please contact Alfredo Cristo

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