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Here’s what you oughta know to plan a trip to Loreto, Mexico.
But Loreto is more than just the serene seaside town you’ve been dreaming of.
City Hall in Loreto, Mexico.Credit:VWPics/Universal Images Group via Getty Images
Best Things to Do
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Go whale watching.
Plan a wellness trip.
In Loreto, the vibe is much more low-key and affordable but no less inspiring.
Guest room in Hotel Posada de Las Flores.Courtesy of Hotel Posada de las Flores
The space also has a bakery and glamping accommodations for multi-day retreats.
Go diving.
Visit historic missions.
The San Francisco Mission near Loreto, Mexico.Emily_M_Wilson/Getty Images
Hike Tabor Canyon.
Though not a challenging route, it’s best to take a guided excursion with Wild Loreto.
This local company has been running private and small-group treks and other adventurous excursions in the area for years.
Eateries in Loreto, Mexico.Andrew Peacock/Getty Images
Most visitors choose to stay in this part of town.
These uninhabited islands teem with such biodiversity that they are included in the region’s UNESCO World Heritage designation.
Even during this relatively busy season in Loreto, the town remains laid-back and lovely.
Carmen Island in Loreto Bay Naitonal Marine Park.CampPhoto/Getty Images
Divers will enjoy the best water temperatures and highest visibility between June and November.
Alaska Airlines offers seasonal daily flights from Los Angeles and with lesser frequency from San Francisco and San Diego.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Phoenix and Dallas, while WestJet offers direct flights from Calgary.
A beach in Loreto, Mexico.Andrew Peacock/Getty Images
Aerial view of Loreto, Mexico.Arturo Peña Romano Medina/Getty Images
