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Isla de Venados & Isla de Chivos, protected ecological paradise
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North El Quelite | La Noria | Meseta de Cacaxtla and Barras de Piaxtla
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Las Labradas Petroglyphs | San Ignacio | Lake El Salto | Cosala
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Reserva Nuestra Señora Mundo Natural | Durango
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South Concordia | Copala | El Rosario | Playa el Caimanero | Teacapan
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Islands near Mazatlan Stone Island | Deer and Goat Islands | Bird Island
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Aerial drone video of Deer Island in Mazatlán
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Actually pretty much one landmass (depends on tide level) they are referred to separately because their topography makes them appear to be two islands.
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These beautiful islands are part of the Reserva Ecologica Islas de Mazatlan -- an ecological reserve known worldwide -- and protected from development, as is their neighbor directly to the north, Bird Island / Isla de Pajaros.
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Designated Natural Reserve in 1991, Deer Island and Goat Island are two of the more pristine places that can be accessed on a Mazatlan day trip.
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Deer Island / Isla de Venados is the central and highest of the three islands visible from Mazatlan beaches, with its appendage, Goat Island / Isla de Chivos to its left (south). Both islands have warm calm waters are ideal for snorkeling and observing the untouched beauty of this spectacular ecosystem.
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Video of Deer Island off Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico
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Deer and Goat Island Mazatlan Day Trip Directions
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Most tourists get to Deer and Goat Islands with one of our tour operators.
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It is suggested that you follow their lead and book Mazatlan day trips to Deer Island / Goat Island through one of the professional tour operaters listed on the tours page of this website.
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The boat ride to either island is short, and many tour operators provide activities, such as kayaking, snorkeling, food and beverages. Most tours last from 4-6 hours.
Deer Island / Goat Island Map from
Google Maps