What are the best beaches in the Islands of Loreto?

 

Islands of Loreto offer an amazing variety of stunningly beautiful and interesting beaches during your all-inclusive family vacations in Mexico. White sand, black sand, rocky, and everything between you're guaranteed to find something that fits your taste. Here is a list of some of the most popular ones:

Atuncolla Beach – Just northeast of the town of Pichilingue. This undeveloped beach has plenty of space for sunbathing as well as excellent opportunities for fishing activities. The place offers extraordinary views on San José del Cabo across the Sea of Cortez as well as Isla Espiritu Santo behind it. There's no direct access from Pichilingue, but you can easily reach this spot by taxi from the town.

Tres Palmas Bank – this reef is ideal for scuba diving as well as snorkeling. It's located at a distance of 1.5 miles off Loreto Bay and Tres Marias islands, east of San Jorge Island, and near the Punta Diablo area. The place is protected by Mexican law to conserve fragile marine ecology. There are two different dive sites: one with a sandy bottom and another one at a depth of over 100ft/30m with rocky bottom. You can find sharks, rays, barracuda, yellowfin tuna, sea turtles here during certain seasons on your all-inclusive vacation in Mexico. Dolphin encounters have been reported here too!

Isla San Jorge – This beautiful island is one of the oldest in the Islands of Loreto. It has plenty to offer in terms of history, wildlife, and scuba diving opportunities. There are two local dive operators who can provide you with professional guidance during tours at different times of the year when there's a chance to see hammerhead sharks, leopard sharks, sea turtles, or nurse sharks. Local fishermen have reported rare sightings too: white tip reef shark and a whale shark!

Punta Penasco Beach – This is an excellent beach for families with children since the shoreline provides calm waters good for swimming. The place has no amenities but it offers excellent opportunities for fishing activities as well as boat launch facilities. Snorkeling enthusiasts can enjoy the calm waters and excellent views on Isla San Jorge. All you need to do is drive from San Jose del Cabo across the Sea of Cortez and then take a boat ride for about 10 minutes to reach this spot.

El Indio Beach – this beach is located between Zippers and Tres Marias. The place has some breathtaking views on Isla Los Frailes, great opportunities for snorkeling as well as fishing activities. It's a popular destination among local fishermen who love casting their nets near the shoreline. There are no amenities here but it's easy to find parking space, bathrooms and showers nearby in case you're interested in camping overnight or cooking meals during your trip. You can easily drive from Los Cabos to get here.

La Peñita de Jaltemba – is a great spot for swimming, snorkeling, and fishing as well as scuba diving. It's located west of San Jorge island and there are plenty of places to launch your boat or kayak since it has exceptional natural beauty! The reef offers excellent opportunities for fishing activities as well as underwater photography sessions during different seasons of the year when you can encounter mantas, white tips, and black tips sharks. There are no amenities nearby but the place is easy to reach by ferry or boat from Loreto town (45 minutes away).

Where to stay at Loreto?

Conclusion: Loreto offers a wide range of accommodations. Some of the most popular all-inclusive resorts in Mexico are operated in Loreto. They're affordable, beautiful, and close to a wide range of restaurants, bars, and shops. Villa Del Palmar Beach Resort and Spa is one of the best beach resorts in Loreto where you can find luxurious rooms overlooking the ocean. With 24 hours services, huge swimming pools, and spa services, you will have the most unforgettable experience here with your family and friends. 

The best beaches in the Islands of Loreto offer excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving. They're located close to each other and all you need to do is drive from San Jose del Cabo across the Sea of Cortez. Atuncolla Beach, Tres Palmas Bank, and Punta Penasco Beach can be reached by taxi or by boat; El Indio, La Peñita de Jaltemba can be reached by car.