Charming Hotel Oasis with a seafront restaurant
3 sauce Mole at Mi Loreto
Day 2: Concepcion Bay, Playa La Burra, Mulegé, Eco Las Tres Virgenes
Second day journey took us to the unbelievable views of concepcion bay where we spent the day at Playa La Burra. From kayaking to gathering fresh clams, and enjoying the crisp turquoise waters, the beach offered a perfect retreat. And we savored the fresh-caught clams for lunch, making it a delightful culinary experience. Not to forget the hip coffee shop, Nomadico, right at the beach, was a unexpected surprise in this idyllic spot.
Kayaking at Playa La Burra
Hip coffee shop - Nomadico, where they make coffee from beans from Puebla
Leaving this beautiful paradise behind, we drove up north to Mulegé, an oasis nestled in the heart of the desert, where all you see is vibrant scene of lush green palm trees and a winding river flowing through its center. We drove to Misión Santa Rosalía de Mulegé, and with the last remaining light of the day, we captured it's beauty in our memories and on our cameras.
Mulegé at sunset
Our day ended with us arriving at Eco Tour Las Tres Vírgenes after a scenic drive through the town of Santa Rosalia, located 40 minutes to the north. Like the name suggests, this eco-friendly boutique lodge with 5 rustic cabins offers breathtaking views of the valley, surrounded by three dormant volcanoes. Eating dinner prepared by the family that operates this lodge and listening to the stories of the locals proved to be a truly engaging experience. The cabins were simple yet provided with amenities like hot shower and plenty of blankets to keep you warm on a cold desert night.
Eco Tour Las Tres Vírgenes on a full moon night
Day 3: El Azufre Canyon, Santa Rosalia
The following day, after our Mexican breakfast at the lodge's restaurant, we went on a hiking adventure to El Azufre Canyon, known for emitting sulfur fumes into the atmosphere. The hike proved to be quite enjoyable, especially with our two little ones in tow, witnessing the wonders of Mother Nature.
El Azufre Canyon near the three dormant volcanoes - El Viejo, El Azufre, and La Virgin
On the road again, we headed back down to Santa Rosalia, a quaint town with a fascinating history shaped by a French company that operated copper mines in the 1800s. Exploring the remnants of this industrial past, from the copper mines themselves to the company's headquarters and the French-influenced neighborhoods, felt like stepping into a surreal time capsule.
Copper mines where people of the Yaqui Indian tribe were brought in from the mainland to work
Headquarter of El Boleo Copper Company - the french company that started the mines in this region
History tells us that Santa Rosalia came into being because of El Boleo. In addition to its European architecture, Santa Rosalia is also known for Iglésia de Santa Barbara - a church built from steel sheets designed by none other than Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel in 1887. It was the El Boleo company that took charge of installing it in Santa Rosalia.
At a short walking distance, we found ourselves indulging in delicious traditional sweet bread and doughnuts at the popular Panadería El Boleo and that was the end of the day for us.
Day 4: Fishing trip to San Marcos Island
Heading south towards Loreto, we stopped at San Bruno, a small fishing village to get on fishing boats. These boats took us to San Marcos Island where we spent the day on a beach covered in beautiful sea shells and surrounded by a cave on one side, adding a touch of natural wonder to our coastal adventure. Some of the people in our group decided to go on the fishing excursion and came back with a Yellow tail Pike that was later cooked for lunch at the restaurant - Palapa La Abuela owned by the captain of the fishing boat.
Palapa La Abuela - a family owned restaurant on the main highway between Loreto and Mulegé.
Taking all these wonderful memories of a lifetime, we headed back to Loreto and checked in again at our new favorite spot - Hotel Oasis. The spot for dinner just blew our minds. Serrano - a stylish restaurant with a beautiful outdoor seating beneath ambient hanging lights was ideal for the evening. Their excellent service and delightful cuisine made it the perfect finale to our adventurous day.
Serrano - wine, seafood & grill. Right in the heart of the city.
Day 5: Catamaran Tour from Marina Puerto Escondido
Since this was the last day of our trip, the best was saved for the last. Going on a catamaran to a pristine beach for snorkeling brought excitement to everyone. Setting sail from Marina Puerto Escondido, just south of Loreto, our first stop was Isla Danzante, an island known for its natural rock formations resembling windows.
Marina Puerto Escondido
Isla Danzante
Next stop: Honeymoon beach on Isla Danzante only accessible by a boat. It offers clear turquoise waters and panoromic views of the land and sea. We hired ABT sailing company for this particular tour and with their exceptional staff on board and expert knowledge of navigating the expansive open sea, it turned out to be one of the best experiences of this trip.
A note for all parents: this is indeed a kid-friendly activity, yet we need to be vigilant on catamarans to avoid any mishap that could impact the whole experience.
After this refreshing and relaxing experience, we headed back to Loreto to enjoy the remaining hours of our day. Whether exploring the plaza, or indulging in a local coffee shop La Route or El Zopilote brewery, everything was effortlessly enjoyable with our children in this quintessential city. People here love to spend time with their families, hold deep respect for the environment and the delicious cuisine makes you dream of a life here.
Mision de Nuestra Senora de Loreto
Traveling with young children can be challenging and occasionally stressful for parents. Finding an ideal destination that not only offers so many things to do but also make it enjoyable is definitely worth exploring and highlighting. Loreto certainly check all the boxes!
Charming Hotel Oasis with a seafront restaurant
3 sauce Mole at Mi Loreto
Day 2: Concepcion Bay, Playa La Burra, Mulegé, Eco Las Tres Virgenes
Second day journey took us to the unbelievable views of concepcion bay where we spent the day at Playa La Burra. From kayaking to gathering fresh clams, and enjoying the crisp turquoise waters, the beach offered a perfect retreat. And we savored the fresh-caught clams for lunch, making it a delightful culinary experience. Not to forget the hip coffee shop, Nomadico, right at the beach, was a unexpected surprise in this idyllic spot.
Kayaking at Playa La Burra
Hip coffee shop - Nomadico, where they make coffee from beans from Puebla
Leaving this beautiful paradise behind, we drove up north to Mulegé, an oasis nestled in the heart of the desert, where all you see is vibrant scene of lush green palm trees and a winding river flowing through its center. We drove to Misión Santa Rosalía de Mulegé, and with the last remaining light of the day, we captured it's beauty in our memories and on our cameras.
Mulegé at sunset
Our day ended with us arriving at Eco Tour Las Tres Vírgenes after a scenic drive through the town of Santa Rosalia, located 40 minutes to the north. Like the name suggests, this eco-friendly boutique lodge with 5 rustic cabins offers breathtaking views of the valley, surrounded by three dormant volcanoes. Eating dinner prepared by the family that operates this lodge and listening to the stories of the locals proved to be a truly engaging experience. The cabins were simple yet provided with amenities like hot shower and plenty of blankets to keep you warm on a cold desert night.
Eco Tour Las Tres Vírgenes on a full moon night
Day 3: El Azufre Canyon, Santa Rosalia
The following day, after our Mexican breakfast at the lodge's restaurant, we went on a hiking adventure to El Azufre Canyon, known for emitting sulfur fumes into the atmosphere. The hike proved to be quite enjoyable, especially with our two little ones in tow, witnessing the wonders of Mother Nature.
El Azufre Canyon near the three dormant volcanoes - El Viejo, El Azufre, and La Virgin
On the road again, we headed back down to Santa Rosalia, a quaint town with a fascinating history shaped by a French company that operated copper mines in the 1800s. Exploring the remnants of this industrial past, from the copper mines themselves to the company's headquarters and the French-influenced neighborhoods, felt like stepping into a surreal time capsule.
Copper mines where people of the Yaqui Indian tribe were brought in from the mainland to work
Headquarter of El Boleo Copper Company - the french company that started the mines in this region
History tells us that Santa Rosalia came into being because of El Boleo. In addition to its European architecture, Santa Rosalia is also known for Iglésia de Santa Barbara - a church built from steel sheets designed by none other than Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel in 1887. It was the El Boleo company that took charge of installing it in Santa Rosalia.
At a short walking distance, we found ourselves indulging in delicious traditional sweet bread and doughnuts at the popular Panadería El Boleo and that was the end of the day for us.
Day 4: Fishing trip to San Marcos Island
Heading south towards Loreto, we stopped at San Bruno, a small fishing village to get on fishing boats. These boats took us to San Marcos Island where we spent the day on a beach covered in beautiful sea shells and surrounded by a cave on one side, adding a touch of natural wonder to our coastal adventure. Some of the people in our group decided to go on the fishing excursion and came back with a Yellow tail Pike that was later cooked for lunch at the restaurant - Palapa La Abuela owned by the captain of the fishing boat.
Palapa La Abuela - a family owned restaurant on the main highway between Loreto and Mulegé.
Taking all these wonderful memories of a lifetime, we headed back to Loreto and checked in again at our new favorite spot - Hotel Oasis. The spot for dinner just blew our minds. Serrano - a stylish restaurant with a beautiful outdoor seating beneath ambient hanging lights was ideal for the evening. Their excellent service and delightful cuisine made it the perfect finale to our adventurous day.
Serrano - wine, seafood & grill. Right in the heart of the city.
Day 5: Catamaran Tour from Marina Puerto Escondido
Since this was the last day of our trip, the best was saved for the last. Going on a catamaran to a pristine beach for snorkeling brought excitement to everyone. Setting sail from Marina Puerto Escondido, just south of Loreto, our first stop was Isla Danzante, an island known for its natural rock formations resembling windows.
Marina Puerto Escondido
Isla Danzante
Next stop: Honeymoon beach on Isla Danzante only accessible by a boat. It offers clear turquoise waters and panoromic views of the land and sea. We hired ABT sailing company for this particular tour and with their exceptional staff on board and expert knowledge of navigating the expansive open sea, it turned out to be one of the best experiences of this trip.
A note for all parents: this is indeed a kid-friendly activity, yet we need to be vigilant on catamarans to avoid any mishap that could impact the whole experience.
After this refreshing and relaxing experience, we headed back to Loreto to enjoy the remaining hours of our day. Whether exploring the plaza, or indulging in a local coffee shop La Route or El Zopilote brewery, everything was effortlessly enjoyable with our children in this quintessential city. People here love to spend time with their families, hold deep respect for the environment and the delicious cuisine makes you dream of a life here.
Mision de Nuestra Senora de Loreto
Traveling with young children can be challenging and occasionally stressful for parents. Finding an ideal destination that not only offers so many things to do but also make it enjoyable is definitely worth exploring and highlighting. Loreto certainly check all the boxes!