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30 minutes south of our city by way of 5
de Febrero street, is the Huivulai
Island located 5 kilometers off the coast of
the state of Sonora in the Gulf of
California or the Sea of Cortez, that in
Mayo language means “long neck”. Having a
length of 17 kilometers and 1.2 kilometers
at its widest part, the island has many
natural attractions like the fine sand dunes
where speed lovers can use their four wheel
drive vehicles; an impressive fresh water
well with a depth of 97 meters, making a
paradise like oasis of date palm trees which
are a sanctuary for many species of birds
like the gray and white pelicans, corvetta,
gray crested cranes as well as storks and
albatrosses.
Because it is an island it is surrounded by
beautiful and tranquil beaches that invite
all type of aquatic activities as well as
excellent fishing of many species. We are
sure that a visit to the island will be
unforgettable. |
