KEY INFO
Here's what you need to know
2 dives at different sites
transport to/from Sayulita
08:30 meeting time
max 6 divers per guide
return around 15:00
light lunch + refreshments
OVERVIEW
Islas Marietas are a marine park and UNESCO site with an extraordinary story.
The Marietas islands are a small group of volcanic islands in the Banderas bay. Never inhabited, these islands were originally used as a military testing zone, and were periodically by the Mexican army with weapons and bombs.
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In the late 1960s, scuba diver Jacques Cousteau led an international drive to protect the Marietas islands and ban military activity in the area. Thanks to their efforts, all human activity on the islands was banned and they are now protected by the Mexican government and UNESCO.
THE DIVE
Diving the Marietas gives you the chance to see healthy coral, beautiful reef fish and migrating pelagics.
The Marietas are known for their variety of wildlife, both above land and under the water. The islands themselves are home to many endangered bird species, such as the blue footed booby - only found elsewhere in the Galapagos and the Sea of Cortez.
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As volcanic islands, the Marietas provide interesting rock formations with tunnels and swim throughs to explore. The reef is healthy and home to angel fish, puffer fish, trumpets, trunk fish and more. Always keep one eye out in the blue for schools of mobula rays or even manta!
THE TRIP
Here's how it's going to work
CHECK IN
Arrive at 8:30am at our office in Sayulita.
We'll get you fitted with all the equipment you need then drive you 30 minutes to La Cruz Marina where our boat is moored.
Carretera Higuera Blanca 15, Local F, Colonia Cucola, Sayulita, Nayarit, México.
BOAT RIDE
It's a 30 minute boat ride on our comfortable 30 ft boat with 150hp engines and sofa seating.
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This is the perfect opportunity to see whales (December to March) and sometimes dolphins.
DIVING
We'll do our 2 dives in groups no bigger than 6 divers per guide with a comfortable surface interval between dives.
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We'll provide you a light lunch and refreshments while you chat about what you saw!
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We'll get you back to Sayulita at around 15:00.
EXTRA INFORMATION
Included
Full scuba equipment
Light lunch + soft drinks
Experienced dive guide
Transportation to/from Sayulita
Excluded
Photography
Entrance fee to national park (215 pesos cash)
Trip to the hidden beach
Tips to boat crew
Amenities
Experience the Best in the Area: Impeccable Store, Luxurious Marina Berth, and Comfortable Vans.
