Donkey Beach is a Virgin beach in Baja California Sur which is off the radar for most tourists visiting the area.
Located in the Bay of Concepción, 100 km from loretoPlaya El Burro is a private community that offers the possibility of camping and exploring the natural attributes of the area.
we tell you what to do in El Burro beach and how is the experience of spending a few days in this hidden paradise in the Sea of Cortez.
How to get to El Burro beach
By car from Loreto, take the transpeninsular highway (federal 1) heading north. Passing Playa El Coyote you will see signs indicating the entrance to donkey beach.
If you do not have a car, it is possible to get private transportation from Loreto. However, take into account that you will have to agree to your return trip, since there are no vehicles available at Playa El Burro.
Where to sleep?
There are several camping options on site. If you arrive prepared, with your own tent and equipment, you can simply rent one of the spaces that are located between one residence and another.
You can also rent a hut or room, depending on availability. Another alternative is to do glamping or camping in style, since there are spaces equipped for this experience with spacious and comfortable tents.
Take into account that visit this beach it is being in contact with nature and you may have to give up some comforts during the days you are there. Good thing the landscapes and experiences are worth it!
What to do at El Burro beach?
one day in this virgin beach of Baja California Sur You can start with a breakfast and a coffee with an ocean view. Even if you don’t bring anything to prepare breakfast with, a vendor usually comes by with tamales, sweet bread, and fruit.
After immersing yourself in the sea for a while, you can approach with Edward’s or with Donkey Baja Tours, two resident enterprises that offer tourist services. Some of the possibilities are: rent a kayak to go around the bays, rent them snorkel equipment and ask them to take you to see the whale sharks or hire a fishing tour in which it is also very possible to see dolphins jumping around the boat.
After a day of exploring the natural beauty of donkey beachYou will surely be hungry. You can walk to one of the nearby restaurants like JC’s or Pepe’s (also known as Bertha’s). Fresh fish and shellfish prepared with the love of home cooking, beer and cocktails, what more could you ask for?
After some live music, you might have a movie night, which is very common in these restaurants. If you prefer, you can simply go outside to watch the sunset show. At the end of the evening, you can stop by Bertha’s store to buy groceries for breakfast the next day.
At night, you can’t miss the imposing starry sky. On moonless nights, the show is from another world.
Tips for traveling to El Burro beach
- Go relaxed. This is one of those places where time passes slowly and the inhabitants live a very simple and calm life. So forget the rush and itineraries, here s come to enjoy and appreciate.
- disconnect. The phone signal is poor in this area, so be prepared to be disconnected from the world for a couple of days. If you’re going tent camping, we recommend bringing a portable travel charger so you can at least take photos.
- Bring some food and drinks. Although there is a shop and street vendors, it is best to arrive prepared for anything. It is also essential to bring personal hygiene products.
- Bring folding chairs. It is a good idea to observe the sunrises and sunsets with all comfort.
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