A Message from Don Diego A. Nuñez Martinez

Founder & Pioneer Naturalist

“I founded Rio Lagartos Adventures with a strict philosophy: Guiding is a profession, not a hobby. In recent years, many have entered this Reserve offering tours. However, there is a profound difference between a commercial fisherman who takes tourists out on his ‘day off’ and a specialized naturalist who has dedicated his life to the Ría.

At Rio Lagartos Adventures, my team and I are 100% full-time professionals. We do not alternate our time with commercial fishing or other activities. This is not a side business for us; it is our life’s work. When you book with an amateur, you risk more than just a bad tour—you risk the safety of the wildlife and the quality of your experience.

I have personally trained every member of my team to meet my own rigorous standards. I have taught them that:

True expertise cannot be ‘copied and pasted’ from a website. It is earned through decades of observation and thousands of hours in the field.

Reputation is everything. We do not cut corners, we do not disturb the nesting grounds for a ‘cheap thrill,’ and we do not compromise on the quality of our equipment or our knowledge.

Excellence is non-negotiable. We are proud to be the #1 rated service on TripAdvisor because we offer a level of precision in Birding, Photography, and Fly-Fishing that part-time operators simply cannot match.

When you choose Rio Lagartos Adventures, you are choosing the original authority. You are choosing a team that lives for this Reserve, protects its future, and respects your investment as a traveler. Do not settle for an imitation—trust the legacy we have built since 1995.”

Thank you for choosing the original.

Thank you for trusting the experts.

“Why the Original Matters: Choosing the Right Expert.”

Feature	Rio Lagartos Adventures (The Original)	Generic / “Copycat” Tours
Experience	Since 1995. Pioneered nature guiding in the Reserve.	Usually 1–3 years or recently started.
Guide Status	100% Full-Time Professionals. Dedicated only to nature.	“Part-time” (often commercial fishermen on off-days).
Training	Personally trained by Don Diego Nuñez (First certified guide).	Self-taught or basic boat license only.
Wildlife Ethics	“Nature First.” Strict distances to protect nesting/feeding.	Often get too close or disturb animals for “selfies.”
Specialization	Experts in Birding, Photography, & Catch-and-Release.	Basic “sightseeing” with limited species knowledge.
Tour Type	Strictly Private. Your pace, your interests, your silence.	Often “collective” or rushed to fit more groups in.
Reputation	#1 on TripAdvisor with decades of verified history.	Unverified reviews or using similar names to confuse guests.

“Guest Reviews & Recommendations – Rio Lagartos Adventures”

Over the years, travelers from around the world have shared their experiences with us. Here are some of their stories, memories, and recommendations from tours with Rio Lagartos Adventures.”

“Help us Protect the Original Legacy” In a time when many ‘copycat’ services use names similar to ours, your review helps travelers find the authentic Rio Lagartos experience. If you traveled with Don Diego and our professional team, please take a moment to confirm our #1 status on Google. Your support ensures that professional conservation tourism remains the standard in the Ría.”

Thank you for choosing Rio Lagartos Adventures !

It was a pleasure having you as our guest, and we hope to see you again soon ! At your convenience, take a moment to share your experience online with your friends and others on your favorite travel review website.

Thank you,
Rio Lagartos Adventures

“We’ve been recommended by our guests since 1995 — long before the internet and social media existed! Our own guest books tell the story of decades of memorable experiences.”

Diego Nunez & his family just joined the host community of Fiigee Travel !

It’s been 30 years since Diego is a naturalist guide, he’s passionate about the incredible Rio Lagartos biosphere reserve, he was born here. A passion he transmitted to his 3 CHILDREN WHO BECAME ALL 3 Naturalist guides like him.

He knows Rio Lagartos by ❤️ but remains amazed by everything he sees when he takes travelers to discover the biosphere. He is also a staunch defender and he is active in the association which is responsible for preserving the Biosphere. 🍃

Pink Flamingos at sunset, fishing, crocodiles at night, passing through the observation of a multitude of birds, all experiences as impressive as the others…

WE HAVE HAD RECOMMENDATIONS SINCE 1995 FROM OUR OWN QUEST BOOKS !

“We’ve been recommended by our guests since 1995 — long before the internet and social media existed! Our own guest books tell the story of decades of memorable experiences.”